Los Altos Stage Company is holding open auditions for The Toxic Avenger. Book/Lyrics by Joe Di Pietro and Music/Lyrics by David Bryan

Directed by Doug Brook

Choreographed by Brittany Watts

Music Direction by Gus Kambeitz

Dive into the delightful chaos of The Toxic Avenger, where love, laughter, and a little bit of environmental heroism come together in a splash-tastic way! Based on Lloyd Kaufman’s cult classic film and winner of the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Off-Broadway Musical, this zany tale features an unlikely hero who’s more than just a little green! Follow the misadventures of our charming lead, his stunning girlfriend, a not-so-innocent New Jersey mayor, and a couple of guys who play everything from mobsters to stiletto-wearing backup singers. With a rockin’ score, this is a feel-good show that promises barrels of laughter and a monster of a good time.

Audition Sign Up: Please choose a time to audition using our Sign-Up Genius here: https://tinyurl.com/y8r6pses  

Online Audition Form: Please fill out Los Altos Stage Company’s virtual audition form here: https://forms.gle/GhKgGo2p25nVGjXp9  This must be filled out in addition to the Sign-Up Genius.

Rehearsals: 

Sundays 6 PM - 10 PM, Mondays through Thursdays 7 PM - 10 PM

First Rehearsal: Sunday April 19, 2026

Q2Q (mandatory): 12 PM - 10 PM Sunday May 31, 2026

Tech week (mandatory): Monday June 1, 2026 through June 3, 2026; 6 - 11 PM

Performances: 

Wednesdays through Sundays; June 4th, 2026 through June 28, 2026

Call time is typically 6:30 PM

Audition Requirements: Please prepare one vocal selection, 1-2 minutes in length, preferably in a style similar to the music of the show. Sheet music is preferred, as an accompanist will be provided. However, if you need to use a track, please bring the track on a phone or laptop. A speaker will be provided. A short, cold-read side will also be provided on the day of the audition to be read following your song.  

A Dance Call WILL NOT be included in the initial audition. Those called back should expect to participate in a dance/movement call. 

Virtual Auditions: It is preferable that you audition in person, but if you are unable to do so, video submissions will be considered. Please fill out the audition form linked above and send your video to rebecca.lasc@gmail.com by 6 PM on Wednesday January 21st, 2026. We will then send you a short side with which to film an additional self-tape by January 23rd, 2026.

Callbacks must be in person. 

Please forward questions to LASC’s Production Manager, Rebecca Voss at rebecca.lasc@gmail.com.

Roles: All roles are currently open. LASC does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, sex, gender, religion, age, marital or veteran's status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or genetics. LASC is committed to diversity in all its casting. This particular production specifies race/ethnicity for certain roles. LASC is committed to casting these roles in a racially and culturally conscious manner. We highly encourage all actors to audition for those roles that do not have any such requirements, regardless of previous portrayals of those roles. 

*This show includes frequent coarse language and references to sex and violence. Due to this, we are only casting those 18+*  

Melvin Ferd the Third/Toxic Avenger (Age: 20s-30s; Vocal Range: D4-C6): Always trying to be the hero, but he isn’t very good at it until he is turned into the Toxic Avenger. Determined to save New Jersey from toxic waste. He is a nerd but prone to bouts of rage in the face of corruption. Unattractive and sensitive. In love with Sarah.

Sarah the Blind Librarian (Age: 20s; Vocal Range: G3-E5): Blind. The classic heroine. Very sensual. Always speaks exactly what’s on her mind. An aspiring writer of graphic romance novels. 

Mayor Babs Belgoody/Ma Ferd/Nun (Age: 40s-50s; Vocal Range: G3-G5): As the Mayor, she is corrupt and scheming. Accepts loads of cash in return for storing the toxic waste. Set on one day being the governor of New Jersey by any means necessary. As Ma Ferd, she is a tough, work-class mother who dotes on her son.

Black Dude (Age: 20s-30s; Vocal Range: A3-D6): ANY GENDER | Appears as numerous supporting roles, both male and female, such as Professor Ken, Sluggo the bully, Little Old Lady, and Shinequa the friend. Physically versatile with strong dialects.

White Dude (Age: 20s-30s; Vocal Range: A3-B5): ANY GENDER | Appears as numerous supporting roles, both male and female, such as Dr. Fishbein, Bozo the bully, Sal the cop, Diane the friend, Folk Singer, and Lorenzo the hairdresser.