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BIG FISH ~ Based on the celebrated novel by Daniel Wallace and the acclaimed film directed by Tim Burton, BIG FISH tells the story of Edward Bloom, a traveling salesman who lives life to its fullest…and then some! Edward’s incredible, larger-than-life stories thrill everyone around him—most of all, his devoted wife Sandra. But their son Will, about to have a child of his own, is determined to find the truth behind his father’s epic tales. Overflowing with heart and humor, BIG FISH is an extraordinary musical that reminds us why we love going to the theatre—for an experience that’s richer, funnier and bigger than life itself.

Lap sitting is not permitted as every person must have their own ticket. No children under 3 will be permitted. No refunds or exchanges. All sales are final.

SHOWTIMES @ LCC

Friday, April 24 ~ 7:00 PM

Saturday, April 25 ~ 2:00 PM

Sunday, April 26 ~ 2:00 PM

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BIG FISH AUDITION INFORMATION

All those cast in BIG FISH are required to become a KVTA member at some level (minimum $30) by the initial cast meeting/read-thru. One parent/guardian being a member of KVTA does cover the membership requirement for all family members 17 and under. Failure to complete this requirement will result in the cast member being removed from the production.

Director: Sharla Ronchetto

Assistant Director: Christine Case

Vocal Director: Jamie Howard Breeden

Choreographer: Jordyn Clark

PERFORMANCE DATES / LOCATION:

April 24, 25, and 26, 2026

Lincoln Cultural Center 240 Warren Ave Kankakee, IL 60901

AUDITION AND CALLBACK DATES / LOCATION:

AUDITIONS: Monday, February 2 time slots beginning at 6:00 pm

CALLBACKS: Tuesday, February 3 starting at 6:00 pm

LOCATION: KVTA Studios 1 Stuart Dr Kankakee IL 60901

Questions regarding auditions, callbacks, or casting, may be emailed to the Director, Sharla Ronchetto, at: kvta.sharla@gmail.com

All auditioners must be 8 and older by auditions on February 2, 2026. Proof of age may be requested. and actors of any ethnicity / race are encouraged to audition for any part. All auditioners must complete an audition form, a conflict calendar, and sign KVTA's policy acknowledgement form. Cast members are required to provide the following personal items: shoes, socks, and stage makeup. In addition, cast members may be asked to supply other items such as: leotards, tights, etc. Optional expenses include: a digital download from the production, a picture CD, apparel items, production party attendance, cast/staff chill times, etc. PLEASE NOTE: Child care is not available during rehearsals and performances. Cast and staff members are not permitted to bring their children, or any additional family members, to rehearsals. All rehearsals are closed to the public unless otherwise stated. All KVTA facilities are smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free. Anyone found to be in violation of these policies may be removed from the production.

If you have already signed a policy acknowledgement form during our 2025-2026 Season, you do not need to sign this form again.

KVTA Policies: PDF

KVTA Policy Acknowledgement Form to be signed: PDF

All participants, on-stage or off-stage, will be required to sign KVTA's Social Media, Sexual Harassment, and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Policies. If said participant is under the age of 18, a parent or guardian will sign for the participant. Any parent or guardian signing for their auditioner agrees to instruct and provide information to their auditioner regarding KVTA's policies. An Emergency Card and Waiver of Liability must also be completed and signed in order to participate. These forms will be distributed when you first volunteer with KVTA. If you have any questions please email: kvta@kvta.org

AUDITION INFORMATION:

Please sign up for an audition time HERE (To be posted January 1)
- Time slots are currently limited to 10 auditioners per time slot.

- Additional time slots may be added and/or the number of auditioners per time slot may be increased, if needed.

- If you cannot attend any of these audition time slots, please email the Director at kvta.sharla@gmail.com and we will come up with a suitable option for everyone involved.

Audition Form can be downloaded here: Microsoft Word PDF

Conflict Calendar can be downloaded HERE (To be posted January 1)

ANTICIPATED REHEARSAL TIMES:

Coming January 1

Rehearsal dates are subject to change. We want to have all of the cast at ALL of our final tech rehearsals, so please be open and honest when completing your conflict calendar. Please be sure to list all of your conflicts from the audition date through the final performance date. If you have any questions about the information provided here, please email the Director, Sharla Ronchetto, at kvta.sharla@gmail.com.

CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS (ages listed are stage ages):
Coming January 1

INITIAL AUDITION FORMAT:

Coming January 1

Audition materials may be accessed at: AUDITION (To be posted January 1)

DANCE:

All auditioners will perform the audition dance within their small group. The audition dance has been recorded for the auditioners to learn on their own before the auditions. There is a front view of the dance and a back view of the dance, as well as an instruction video. We will not teach the dance at the auditions. All auditioners are expected to learn their audition dance before the audition and perform their dance without instruction at auditions. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing to move in, as well as appropriate shoes for dancing.

Dance videos can be accessed HERE (To be posted January 1)

CALLBACKS:

Tuesday, February 3, 2026, starting at 6:00 pm
• For anyone new to the audition process, callbacks are only for select auditioners that the show staff members (i.e. Director, Assistant Director, Vocal Director, Choreographer) would like to see again. If you are not called back, this does NOT mean that you will not be cast in the show.

• We will use your audition number when we post the callbacks. Please take note of what number you are given at the initial audition.

• We will post a callback list on the KVTA website at http://www.kvta.org and on the KVTA Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/kankakeetheatre on Monday, February 2, after all initial auditions have been completed, so it will be late in the evening. Your patience is greatly appreciated!
• If for any reason you cannot make this callback date, PLEASE email the Director before your audition, or tell the board member working the check-in table at auditions.
• If you are called back, it is highly encouraged that you make every effort to attend the callbacks.

Callback materials may be accessed at: AUDITION (To be posted January 1)

POSSIBLE SONGS FOR CALLBACKS (only as needed):

Coming January 1

POSSIBLE SCENES FOR CALLBACKS (only as needed):

Coming January 1

CAST LIST:
The cast list will be posted on the KVTA website at http://www.kvta.org and on the KVTA Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/kankakeetheatre on Tuesday, February 3, after all callbacks have been completed, so it could be very late in the evening. Thank you in advance for your patience as we will have many difficult decisions to make!

For those cast in the show, our CAST MEETING and READ THRU will be on TBA, 6:00 pm, at the KVTA Studios.

Further questions regarding auditions, callbacks, or casting may be emailed to the Director, Sharla Ronchetto, at: kvta.sharla@gmail.com Please include Big FIsh Auditions in the subject line.

Break a leg!

Sincerely,

The Staff of Big Fish