Audition Workshops
Audition Workshops for Disney’s Frozen
Sunday 1, 8 and 15 February 2026
We’re looking for performers in school years 8 and above, up to the age of 21, for principal roles and the ensemble.
If you would like to join the Co-op Juniors Theatre Company in our production of Disney’s FROZEN, you will need to register below and attend the audition workshops.
Registration will close on Saturday, 31 January at 17:00.
Location
Audition workshops are held at our Warehouse Studios, Paul’s Road, Ipswich, IP2 0AN (parking available). Please note that our studios are not currently wheelchair-accessible.
There are three audition workshops. You may not be required to attend all three, but everyone must attend Audition Workshop 1 on Sunday, 1 February.
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information about each workshop.
One of our previous productions – Rent 2025
The audition workshops
AUDITION WORKSHOP 1: Sunday 1 February 13:00-16:00
Audition Workshop 1 is a 3-hour group workshop led by our creative team. At the beginning of the audition workshop, you’ll meet the team, and they will talk you through what to expect.
You’ll participate in a warm-up and learn a song from the show. You’ll then perform this in groups. We’ll then look at your dancing skills with a short group dance. You don’t need to prepare any material, just come with a willingness to give everything a go! Please arrive 10-15
minutes in advance.
Everyone interested in participating in FROZEN, whether in character roles or the ensemble, MUST attend this workshop.
AUDITION WORKSHOP 2: Sunday 8 February 13:00-18:00
Audition Workshop 2 is when you’ll have the opportunity to perform on your own for character roles.
At the first audition workshop, you’ll be able to sign up for an individual audition time slot for this day.
Each audition time slot is 10 minutes long and will be between 13:00-18:00.
You’ll then need to arrive at this time to perform part of a song/s. You will need to prepare these yourself for any
roles you would like to be considered for. The selection of character songs will be given at the first workshop for you to work on and you’ll be performing with a backing track which we will provide.
You won’t need to attend an audition slot on this day if you’d like to join the production as part of the ensemble.
AUDITION WORKSHOP 3: Sunday 15 February 13:00-16:00
Audition Workshop 3 serves as our recall auditions, during which we may call some of you in to perform again, either individually or in small groups.
This is to help us make final casting decisions and ensure that our character groups have the right dynamic.
You will not need to attend Audition Workshop 3 if you wish to join the production as part of the ensemble.
Rehearsal/Show information
Rehearsals
Begin on Thursday 26 February and take place on Thursday & Friday Evenings and Sundays. This may seem like a lot, but not everyone is called to every rehearsal.
We also keep your half-terms and school holidays free of rehearsals!
New Wolsey Theatre Rehearsal Dates
Monday 29 June & Tuesday 30 June
Performance Dates
Wednesday 1 July, Thursday 2 July, Friday 3 July & Saturday 4 July.
Production Fee: £177 (Financial support is available, more information below)
Additional Costs: Uniform, rehearsal footwear, show makeup and a digital download of production photography (production photography is optional).
Financial Support: As a charity, the Co-op Juniors Theatre Company aims to make its performing arts opportunities financially accessible to as many young people as possible. The following outlines the support we can offer.
- The production fee can be broken down into smaller instalments
- We operate a bursary scheme that ffers bursaries of up to 75% of the production fee
- We always seek to help with the provision of uniform or rehearsal footwear where possible.
Character List
Download the ‘character’ list here.
Full Synopsis
Download the full Synopsis here.
Register your interest
Please register your interest in the form below and you will receive an email confirmation of your submission. Please check your junk mail as well.
About Disney's FROZEN
In the beautiful mountainous kingdom of Arendelle, Princesses Anna and Elsa grow up sheltered inside their castle, isolated from the world and increasingly distant from each other.
When Elsa is crowned queen, the magical powers she’s desperately tried to conceal from her sister take control, and she flees into the mountains. As a ferocious winter descends on Arendelle, Anna sets off on an epic journey to find Elsa and bring her home – with the help of hardworking ice harvester, Kristoff, his loyal reindeer Sven, and a happy-go-lucky snowman named Olaf.
Full of magic, humour, and a stunning musical score, Frozen is a powerful tale of sisterhood, acceptance, and finding the real meaning of true love.
Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, Disney’s Frozen includes all the film’s beloved songs by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, along with new music written exclusively for the stage.
FAQs
What will the audition workshop experience be like?
We are looking for enthusiasm, energy, creativity and a willingness to give it everything! We encourage everyone to apply, regardless of prior experience.
The audition workshops are designed to be as accessible and fun as possible. Our audition workshops are a very friendly and supportive environment for young people to explore their creative abilities.
Please arrive 10-15 minutes in advance.
At the beginning of the audition workshop, you’ll meet the team, and they will talk you through what to expect.
Everyone has different levels of experience, and our audition workshops are designed to support that. Try not to get too caught up in ‘getting it right’ – our creative team are looking to see the effort you put in. We are not looking for perfection; we are looking for potential!
All three disciplines, singing, acting & performance, are taken equally into consideration when casting our shows, so give everything a really good go even if it’s something you’ve never tried before. Come forward, make sure you have space, and throw yourself into the session. The most important thing is commitment and enthusiasm.
We promise you’ll have fun!
Do I need to prepare anything?
No, you don’t have to prepare any material before the first Audition Workshop. Just come with a willingness to give everything a go, remember we are not looking for perfection, we are looking for potential!
The only thing to prepare is what to bring; please wear loose, comfortable clothing (NOT JEANS), trainers or jazz shoes, hair tied up, no jewellery and bring a bottle of water.
At the second & third audition workshops, you will need to prepare short audition pieces (songs) for any roles you would like to be considered for. More information on this will be given at the first Audition Workshop where you’ll also be able to sign-up for audition time slots.
You can begin preparing now by looking at the FROZEN Character List we have provided below..
Where are the Audition Workshops?
The Audition Workshops will take place at our Warehouse Studios.
The Warehouse, Paul’s Road, Ipswich, IP2 0AN (parking available).
Arrival and collection
Our audition workshops take place at our Warehouse Studios in Ipswich:
The Warehouse, Paul’s Road, Ipswich, IP2 0AN
Simply head towards our main gate which leads into our car park and main entrance.
Please arrive 10-15 minutes in advance. You’ll then be shown to the studio, where we’ll sign you in.
Parents/carers are welcome to wait in our Green Room, found on the second floor.
We ask that young people under the age of 16 are collected in person from our main entrance, where our chaperones will ensure that everyone is picked up safely.
Do you support young people with special needs or a disability?
We welcome all young people, including those with disabilities and additional needs.
Please contact us if you have any access or additional needs so that we can best support you.
Email: oliver.brett@coopjuniors.co.uk
How much are the Audition Workshops?
The Audition Workshops are entirely FREE of charge.
What is the deadline to register?
Registration will close on Saturday 31 January 2026 at 17:00.
Register via the form here.
What will happen after the Audition Workshops?
After your audition workshop, the creative team meet for a casting session to match the most suitable performers to the skills required for the production.
We’ll then prepare offer packs and emails to go out to everyone by the end of February half-term. Please bear with us during this time and we will be in touch as soon as we can.
You may be successful and receive an offer to join the cast of Disney’s FROZEN or you may not make it this time. Please don’t be disheartened if you don’t receive an offer, there are plenty of other opportunities to get involved with the Co-op Juniors, especially through our Theatre Academy and half-term workshops! These are a great way to develop technique, build confidence and enhance your performance skills ready for auditions next year.
We are also very happy to provide specific feedback and advice from your audition workshop so you know the
areas to work on.
How will I receive the outcome of my audition?
We will always send results via email, so please make sure you register with your correct contact details and keep an eye on your email account, including your junk mail!
I'm unable to attend the Audition Workshops?
Your chances of success are much greater if we see you perform at the audition workshop in person.
However, we’d still love to hear from you if you’re unable to attend an audition workshop due to a prior commitment.
If you can’t make one of our audition workshops then you’ll still need to register so we have your contact information. You’ll then need to email us a 1-2 minute video of you performing a song of your choice (anything from a musical is great!) along with any other videos
showcasing performance ability.
We’re a musical theatre company so we’re looking for ability or the potential to sing and act.
Please remember to let us know your full name, age and current school year (if applicable) too.
Don’t worry, if we encounter any difficulties when downloading your videos we’ll be in touch.
Videos can be sent to our Artistic Director, Oliver Brett Email: oliver.brett@coopjuniors.co.uk
I'm unable to attend the Audition Workshops?
Your chances of success are much greater if we see you perform at the audition workshop in person.
However, we’d still love to hear from you if you’re unable to attend an audition workshop due to a prior commitment.
If you can’t make one of our audition workshops then you’ll still need to register so we have your contact information. You’ll then need to email us a 1-2 minute video of you performing a song of your choice (anything from a musical is great!) along with any other videos
showcasing performance ability.
We’re a musical theatre company so we’re looking for ability or the potential to sing and act.
Please remember to let us know your full name, age and current school year (if applicable) too.
Don’t worry, if we encounter any difficulties when downloading your videos we’ll be in touch.
Videos can be sent to our Artistic Director, Oliver Brett Email: oliver.brett@coopjuniors.co.uk
Have further questions?
If you would like any further information, please get in touch with our Artistic Director, Oliver Brett.
About Co-op Juniors
The Co-op Juniors Theatre Company is one of the largest youth theatre groups in the UK.
We work with young people from any and every background to produce vibrant, innovative and original theatre across Suffolk’s top venues.
We’re excited to offer auditions to join our 2026 summer production of FROZEN at the New Wolsey Theatre.
After our triumphant productions of LES MISÉRABLES & RENT SCHOOL EDITION, we’re returning to the New Wolsey Theatre with FROZEN, our most ambitious production to date.
Our production will feature an original set design, unique staging and more. Most importantly, you’ll be able to develop your performance skills as you rehearse and perform in one of the biggest mega musicals ever created… a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
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Young Performers
One of our previous productions – Magic of Christmas 2025
Annual Theatre Company Membership Auditions
Saturday 11 July – School years 3-6
Sunday 12 July – School years 7+
We hold open auditions each year for membership to the Co-op Juniors Theatre Company and we’d encourage anyone to try out.
You don’t need any previous experience, just a willingness to give it your all and a desire to perform.
The audition workshops are encouraging and supportive and most importantly, terrific fun.
If successful, you will become a member of the company for 12 months and be invited to re-audition the following year.