Hershey Area Playhouse will hold auditions for its upcoming junior musical production of "Cinderella Youth Edition" for actors in grades four through 12.

Auditions will be on Sunday, Aug. 28, and Monday, Aug. 29. Callbacks will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 30, as needed. Times will be announced on social media and on http://www.hersheyareaplayhouse.com later this summer. All auditioners must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, who should remain on-site during the audition process.

Performances will be held on Friday through Sunday, Oct. 14 to 16. A matinee performance could be added on Saturday, Oct. 15, based on ticket sales. Rehearsals will primarily be held on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Additional rehearsals will be added one to two times a week based on actor availability. Rehearsals on Saturday, Oct. 8, and the week of Monday, Oct. 10, are mandatory.

Those auditioning should come prepared with a 36-bar song selection. The song choice should be reminiscent of the show, such as a song from another fairy tale musical or a piece by Rodgers and Hammerstein. An accompanist will be present for auditions. Auditioners are asked not to sing a cappella. Those auditioning should bring sheet music or a prerecorded karaoke track on a device that can play in the room.

Short scenes from the show will be provided, and those auditioning may be asked to do a reading. Tryouts will also include learning and performing choreography, so participants should wear or bring appropriate shoes.

The audition form is available on the aforementioned website. Auditioners should include a recent photograph with the audition form and be prepared to list any possible conflicts, including dates and times.

Available roles include Cinderella, Stepmother, two Stepsisters, Prince, Godmother, Herald, King, Queen, Four Sisters (Sloppy, Mean, Studious, and Kid), Three Girls, and ensemble members, such as Townspeople, Palace Staff, Mice/Horses, Footman, Coachman, and Ball Guests.

Auditioners may wear a mask, but they may be asked to remove it once in the audition room. Shields are also acceptable.

For those who are cast, there will be a registration fee, which will include a script, a show shirt, and photos of the production. Scholarships are available. For more information, visit the aforementioned website.