Marion, OH - The Palace Theatre is gearing up to bring the Disney and Pixar animated motion picture, Finding Nemo, to life on stage this October. In preparations for the production, “Finding Nemo Jr.” Marion Palace Theatre Executive Director Kirk Detweiler announces open auditions will be held on Sunday, August 27 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Director Kristi Wink is looking to cast boys and girls ages 8 to 15 years, to fill the roles of Nemo, Marlin, and Dory among many other beloved characters, for this Junior Palace Production. Character breakdowns can be found on the Palace Theatre website.

Auditioners should come dressed in casual clothing and shoes appropriate for performing choreography. Those interested in chorus only will be asked to dance and sing with a group. Individuals wishing to audition for principle roles are asked to come prepared to sing a one-minute solo audition tune and read from the script. A pianist will be provided. No CDs and no songs from the show. A “family-friendly” rehearsal schedule is set to meet Monday through Thursday from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Performance dates for “Finding Nemo Jr.” are October 6, 7, and 8, 2021 on the Palace Theatre’s main stage.

For more information about auditions or to purchase tickets for the production, please contact the Palace box office at (740) 383-2101 or visit the Palace website at www.marionpalace.org.   The box office is located at 276 W. Center St. in downtown Marion. Box office hours are 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.  Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and closed Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday.