Additional Info

Callbacks:

Callbacks are by invitation only. Dance callbacks will be held on Friday, November 14 from 3:30 - 5:30 PM. Acting/Singing callbacks will be held on Saturday, November 15th from 2:30 - 8:30 PM. These times are subject to change.

Rehearsals:

• December 22, 2025 - February 5, 2026 (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays from 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM)
  • Winter Break will be observed
• February 9, 2026 - February 20 2026 (Mondays - Friday from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM)

Performances: February 23, 2026 - March 14, 2026

• Monday - Friday @ 4:30 PM (3:30 PM call time)
• Saturday @ 9:00 AM (8:00 AM call time)

Production Team:

Direction by Amelia Rose Moore
Music Direction by Amelia Rose Moore
Choreography by Matthew Thatcher
Stage Management by Makelle Young

A Note About Casting:

At The Ruth & Nathan Hale Theater Academy we seek to honor the authors intent pertaining to each our productions. We care deeply about casting in a way where everyone feels respected, supported, safe and welcomed. 

We invite anyone and everyone to audition for any and all of our productions, regardless of any physical attribute, gender, race, ability, ethnicity, or experience. All are welcome at The Ruth.

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Character Descriptions

All roles are available. We are looking for a diverse cast with a variety of body types.

Nemo

Any Gender
Vocal Range: C4-D5
A curious young clownfish who brims with excitement to explore the wonders that lie beyond the Great Barrier Reef. Born with a “lucky fin”, Nemo quickly learns that the world possesses incredible dangers in addition to the promise of big adventures. By making new friends, finding strength within, and practicing teamwork, Nemo transforms into a capable and brave leader, able to self-advocate and take on challenges big and small. An energetic performer who can capture innocence and a sense of wonder.

Marlin

Male Presenting
Vocal Range: C4-Eb5
An anxious clownfish and Nemo’s overprotective father, who, after the tragic death of his wife Coral, prefers the safety of his anemone to the frightening unknowns of the open ocean. Forced to travel across the sea in search of Nemo, Marlin develops the courage to face the unpredictable ocean and the wisdom to trust others - including his own kid. A helicopter parent who eventually learns to lighten up and embrace the clown in “clownfish.”

Dory

Female Presenting
Vocal Range: F5-B3
An optimistic and bubble blue tang, who experiences frequent short-term memory loss and finds herself wandering through the ocean with no place to call home. Sparking friendships with whomever she meets, Dory immediately offers to help Marlin find his lost child, and the two set out on an adventurous journey through the ocean. Along the way, Dory’s kindness and bright spirit ease Marlin’s fears, and the unlikely duo finds comfort and family in each other. A performer with great charisma and stage presence. 

Professor Ray

Any Gender
A stingray and Nemo's enthusiastic teacher who takes pride in sharing the curiosities and marvels of the world with the class and encourages every student to be a brave explorer.

Pearl

Any Gender
A friendly flapjack octopus who is quick to befriend Nemo and go off on an adventure.

Sheldon

Any Gender
An H2O-intolerant seahorse with an appetite for trouble who taunts Nemo to swim beyond the reef.

Tad

Any Gender
A self-admittedly obnoxious butterflyfish who joins Sheldon in encouraging Nemo to swim past the Drop-Off.

Bruce

Any Gender
An intimidating great white shark, who is the sharks’ ringleader. Despite Bruce’s best efforts to adopt a vegetarian diet, Bruce loses control and is sent into a frenzy, threatening to devour every fish in sight. A powerful presence on stage that can bounce from intimidation to friendly on a dime. 

Chum and Anchor

Any Gender
Two of Bruce’s shark friends try to live vegetarian lifestyles, but are eventually forced to restrain an out-of-control Bruce from eating innocent fish. Performers who bring comedy, levity and are singer-dancers.

Bubbles

Any Gender
Part of the “Tank Gang” that helps Nemo escape the Sydney Harbor Aquarium and return to the ocean. A yellow tang who is captivated by bubbles, and is the first to welcome Nemo to the tank. This friendly fish exclusively uses the word “bubbles” to communicate.  

Bloat

Any Gender
Part of the “Tank Gang” that helps Nemo escape the Sydney Harbor Aquarium and return to the ocean. An open-minded and supportive blowfish, Bloat is proud to be part of the Tank Gang family, and helps keep everyone’s spirits up, even when things seem bleak.

Gurgle

Any Gender
Part of the “Tank Gang” that helps Nemo escape the Sydney Harbor Aquarium and return to the ocean. Frightened by strangers and the germs they carry with them, Gurgle is a royal gramma who enjoys the safety and regulated cleanliness of the tank.

Peach

Any Gender
Part of the “Tank Gang” that helps Nemo escape the Sydney Harbor Aquarium and return to the ocean, Peach is a mature and down-to-earth starfish who offers guidance and reassurance to all who need it.

Gill

Any Gender
Part of the “Tank Gang” that helps Nemo escape the Sydney Harbor Aquarium and return to the ocean, Gill is a relentless and inspiring leader who will stop at nothing to return to the freedom of the ocean. This Moorish idol fish believes in the Tank Gang and concocts countless plans to bust them out of the aquarium. Gill is the first fish Nemo has ever met with a similar “fin difference”, and quickly becomes a mentor and inspiration for the young clownfish.

Nigel

Any Gender
A sharp-eyed pelican, Nigel is the Tank Gang’s feathered friend and only connection to the outside world. This bird is someone you can count on to know all the latest news on the happenings of Sydney Harbor.

Crush

Any Gender
A 150-year-old sea turtle who knows how to hang loose, teaches Marlin a thing or two about being a good parent. A performer who can confidently belt and have a truly radical time. 

Squirt

Any Gender
Squirt, Crush’s offspring, fearlessly twirls through turbulent waters of the ocean and enjoys trying out cool new moves through the high-speed EAC.

Ensemble

Any Gender
A diverse group of performers who will play a variety of roles including Coral (Marlin’s Wife), Scuba Mask Dancers, Sea Chorus, Seagulls, Jellyfish, Moonfish, Reef Kids, Reef Parents, and many other varieties of ocean life.