Overview
High Note: G5
Low Note: G3
Analysis
Cinderella is a young girl who has been forced into servitude by her evil stepmother and her equally evil stepsisters. In this version of her story, Cinderella's father is present (although sometimes he can be cut from the script), but he is a drunk who is too
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Editor Picks & Commentary
When auditioning for Cinderella focus on portraying her as thoughtful, conflicted, and quietly strong rather than a traditional fairy-tale princess. Stephen Sondheim’s Cinderella isn’t naïve—she’s intelligent, introspective, and uncertain about what she truly wants. Your acting should capture her inner conflict between fantasy and reality, especially in moments of decision-making (“On the Steps of the Palace”). Show that she’s learning to define happiness for herself rather than relying on
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