Description:

Deep in the jungle, a boy named Mowgli is raised by wolves and guided by Bagheera the panther, who tries to lead him to safety in the man village. Along the way, Mowgli encounters colorful characters like Baloo the bear, Kaa the snake, and King Louie and his band of monkeys—all while being hunted by the fierce tiger Shere Khan. With the help of his jungle friends, Mowgli learns about courage, friendship, and where he truly belongs.



DIRECTOR: Jeanette Hall 
MUSIC DIRECTOR: Jeanette Hall
CHOREOGRAPHER: Cindy Stanley
STAGE MANAGER:

Dates / Times:

  • Friday, Jan 23rd @ 10:00am  
  • Friday, Jan 23rd @ 7:00pm
  • Saturday, Jan 24th @ 3:00pm
  • Sunday, Jan 25th @ 4:00pm
  • School Days Performance
Tickets go on sale Saturday December 13, 2025 at 12:00am

Ticket Prices:

  • $19.00: Standard Ticket Price

Radiant Church:

7801 Hazel Avenue, Orangevale, CA 95662

Show Notes:

  • CYT students ages 8-18 who are currently enrolled in a class in a class at Radiant Church are eligible to audition for JUNGLE BOOK KIDS
  • An online audition form will be emailed to all students enrolled in a CYT class who selected to participate in auditions. The form will require a bio, photo upload, music track upload, and costume measurements in addition to other information. 
  • Some who audition may also be requested to attend a Callback on the second date. 

VOCAL & PRELIMINARY DANCE AUDITIONS: Friday, November 21st  LOCATION: Radiant Church (7801 Hazel Avenue)
Students will sign up for a 20 min group audition slot sometime between 4 - 8:30pm.  Audition songs should be to music (not a cappella). Please choose a track with no accompanying vocals (such as a karaoke track). Audition music should be no more than 1 minute.  The director needs to see how well the student can stay with the music, both in tune and in rhythm. You will be able to upload your music to the audition form. It's best if you have a YouTube link or an actual song - we cannot support iTunes, Spotify or Amazon files. Students will learn choreography at home via videoand will come ready to perform it for the directors along with the other students in the audition group at the end of their time slot. 

CALLBACKS (including Featured Dancers): Saturday, November 22nd 9:00am-3:00pm. The directors will call back certain students to sing, read a scene, dance, or any combination of these. They will often ask pairs or groups of students to read scenes to see how different combinations of kids work together. CYT callbacks are closed to everyone except the show directors. Students may be released prior to 3pm. If a student is not called back, it does not mean that they will not be cast in the show.

NOTES:
  • Students who audition are NOT eligible for a class tuition refund regardless of casting.
  • All students cast in the show will be charged a production fee of $250.
  • ALL families are required to volunteer A MINIMUM OF 20 HOURS on a parent team. 
For additional show information, check out the Audition Tips and Show FAQ sections on the Auditions Page.

THE CAST WILL BE ANNOUNCED Sunday November 23rd

Rehearsal Dates: Radiant Church - 7801 Hazel Ave. (Orangevale)
Saturdays 9am-12pm
12/6, 12/13, 12/20, 1/10


Mandatory Rehearsal Dates: 
Super Saturday 9am-3pm - 1/17
Tech Week 4pm-9pm -  Sun 1/18, Mon 1/19, Tues 1/20

Mandatory Show Dates: 
1/23 @ 10am & 7pm
1/24 @ 3pm 
1/25 @ 4pm

Questions? Email amy@cytsacramento.org

Characters:

Mowgli

Mowgli is a boy who gets along with everyone and who is very likable. He has a joyful and curious nature, and a twinkle in his eye.

Bagheera

A wise and protective black panther who acts as a mentor and friend to Mowgli.

Baloo

A fun-loving and carefree sloth bear known for his role as Mowgli's teacher and friend.

Kaa

the snake, supplies threat and danger to Mowgli's journey out of the jungle

Shere Khan

a Bengal tiger and powerful figure in the jungle.

Colonel Hathi

the elephant, is in charge of the elephant brigade. but is also a little forgetful. He is good at giving commands but doesn't really understand what's going on around him.

Elephant Troupe

should be good movers/dancers so they can physicalize the behavior of elephants and march in and out of formation.

Baby Elephant

a young and caring elephant who befriends Mowgli.

King Louie

is King of the Monkeys. Must have a strong, comedic timing with a flair and not be afraid to act like a monkey.

Old Monkey

should not be afraid to assume the physical traits of a monkey.

Monkeys

The actors and actresses cast as Monkeys should be strong dancers.

Coconut Tree / Shanti

Shanti is the girl who takes Mowgli to the village at the end of the story. She is hiding in the jungle the entire time disguised as a Coconut Tree.

Shanti's Family

Shanti's Family is not seen, but represented by offstage voices.