Join the Exciting Auditions for 'Anne of Green Gables'!
Get ready for a summer of music, dance, and emotion as the beloved dance musical 'Anne of Green Gables' is set to return in 2026! Hosted by the Family Musical Association and produced by IMAGINE, this captivating production will take place across Japan, providing a platform for young talents to shine.
Overview of the Production
The dance musical, inspired by Lucy Maud Montgomery's classic novel, has captivated audiences for years, and after 18 successful nationwide tours during the summer from 2003 to 2021, it's back with a bang in its latest format. Auditions for an all-cast lineup will be held in five major cities in late August 2025, and this is your chance to be part of an unforgettable performance.
A Call for Talents
We're looking for passionate individuals aged 10 to 24, especially those with exceptional dancing skills! Whether you excel in dance, acting, or singing, we encourage you to showcase your talents on stage with Anne and her friends. This is an opportunity to create a magical story filled with dreams and aspirations amid the beautiful backdrop of Prince Edward Island.
Audition Schedule
The audition dates and locations are as follows:
- - August 19 (Tue) - Nagoya at Aichi Arts Center
- - August 20 (Wed) - Fukuoka at Chuo Citizens’ Center
- - August 21 (Fri) - Osaka at Matsubara Cultural Hall
- - August 27 (Wed) - Sendai at Hitachi Systems Hall
- - August 29 (Fri) - Tokyo at IMAGINE Studio
Each city will host auditions that will evaluate applicants based on their dance, acting, and singing abilities.
Roles Open for Audition
Principal Roles
- - Anne Shirley (Lead)
- - Diana Barry
- - Gilbert Blythe
- - Prissy Andrews
- - Ruby Gillis
- - Josie Pye
- - M. White
- - Minnie May (Child Role)
- - Jimmy Glover
Ensemble Roles
- - Junior Division: Ages 10-14 (Mini-Mays)
- - Young Division: Ages 15-24 (Avonlea)
Audition Requirements
- - Open to males and females aged 10 to 24
- - Must possess outstanding dance, acting, and singing skills
- - Entry fee: 3,000 yen (non-refundable, must be paid in advance)
Performance Schedule for Summer 2026 (Tentative)
- - July 20 - Kagoshima
- - July 21 - Fukuoka
- - July 22 - Kitakyushu
- - July 23 - Hiroshima
- - July 24 - Ehime
- - July 25 - Kagawa
- - July 27 - Okayama
- - July 28 - Osaka
- - July 29 - Wakayama
- - July 30 - Shiga
- - July 31 - Nagoya
- - August 1 - Saitama
- - August 2 - Sendai
- - August 3 - Yamagata
- - August 4 - Niigata
- - August 5 - Gunma
- - August 6 - Ibaraki
- - August 7 - Tokyo
How to Apply
Entries will open in June 2025. Interested applicants can submit their entry forms available on the official website:
Family Musical Official Site
Make sure to include the following details in your application:
- - Name and Furigana
- - Gender
- - Date of Birth & Age
- - Address and Postal Code
- - Contact Number
- - Email Address
- - Height, Weight, Measurements, and Shoe Size
- - Performance History & Training
- - Affiliation with any agency
- - Family Structure
- - (If underage) Parental consent
- - Two photos (Headshot & Full-body)
- - Preferred audition city (Nagoya, Fukuoka, Hiroshima, Osaka, Sendai, Tokyo)
The selection process includes:
- - First Round: Document Screening
- - Second Round: Practical Performance & Interview
*Notification of results will be communicated via email after the document submission deadline.
For more details, please visit the official website.
Join us in bringing 'Anne of Green Gables' to life in 2026!
Hosted by: Family Musical Association
Produced by: IMAGINE
Family Musical Association Website
IMAGINE Musical Company