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May 17th & 18th
Auditions for
Singin' In The Rain
Directed by Megan Worthen Nelson
Synopsis:
It’s 1927 when the transition is made from silent films to “talkies”, but everyone is having trouble adapting. Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont may have been cast repeatedly as the romantic couple of the silver screen, but behind the scenes, things aren’t always as they appear on the big screen. With their latest film being made into a musical, Lamont’s squeaky voice might be the end of her career without the help of a talented young actress to do the talking and singing for her.
Performance Dates:
The show runs from Friday, August 19th through Saturday, September 10th.
Auditions:
Tuesday, May 17th from 6 PM - 9 PM Wednesday, May 18th from 6 PM - 9 PM
Callbacks:
Callbacks will be by invitation only on Saturday, May 21st, 2022 starting at 9:00 AM.
Audition Instructions:
Auditions are on a first-come-first-serve basis. Please come with a memorized 16-32 bar excerpt from a song of your choice in the style of the show that showcases your vocal and storytelling ability (approximately one minute). An accompanist will be provided at the audition, but transposing will not be available.
Please bring your audition form along with a headshot and resume if you have one. We will provide the “Rehearsals & Conflicts” form CONFLICTS FORM at your audition. Please view it before your audition and bring all conflicts from June 1st to September 10th so you can complete it when you arrive.
Casting:
The ages and descriptions listed below are suggestions and open to interpretation, regardless of how these characters have been cast in other productions. The gender of the characters, however, will remain as described. The show will be cast no later than May 28th, 2022.
Characters:
Cosmo Brown Male, Any Ethnicity, Age 20-39
High energy, very athletic comedian; must sing and dance (especially tap) extremely well; tumbling & acrobatic ability a plus.
Vocal range: C3 – A♭4
Diction Teacher Male, Any Ethnicity, Age 18+
Overzealous & eccentric; ability to sing a plus.
Ensemble Any Gender, Any Ethnicity, Age 18+
Movie stars, film crew, actors; all other roles not listed above will be played by members of the Ensemble; must be able to sing and dance (tap dancing a plus).
Don Lockwood Male, Any Ethnicity, Age 20-39
Handsome song and dance leading man; charming, charismatic, smart, and levelheaded; must sing and dance (especially tap) extremely well.
Vocal range: A♭4 – G2
Dora Bailey Female, Any Ethnicity, Age 18-88
A gushing Hollywood gossip columnist, always first on the scene for any major film opening, has the Hollywood scoop; ability to dance, tap, and sing a plus.
Kathy Selden Female, Any Ethnicity, Age 20-30
Beautiful ingenue; has an honest likability as well as a tough exterior; comedic timing a plus; must sing & dance (especially tap) extremely well.
Vocal range: G3 – F5.
Lina Lamont Female, Any Ethnicity, Age 20-29
Confident, silent film diva with a big personality and a grating nasal voice; excellent at voice work. Vocal range: C4 – E♭5
Miss Dinsmore Female, Any Ethnicity, Age 35-55
Pretentious vocal coach; tough, proper, and slightly overworked.
Production Singer Male, Any Ethnicity, Age 20-45
The lead tenor in Monumental Pictures’ first movie musical; sings “Beautiful Girls”; ability to dance and tap a plus.
Vocal range: D♭3 – A♭4
R.F. Simpson Male, Any Ethnicity, Age 50-65 Head of “Monumental Pictures”; the boss.
Rod Male, Any Ethnicity, Age 25-45
An excitable film agent bordering on manic; works for R.F.; ability to dance, tap, and sing a plus.
Roscoe Dexter Male, Any Ethnicity, Age 30-50
Famous film director for Lamont and Lockwood films with theatrical mannerisms and tendencies; easily frustrated and frequently frazzled; big speaking voice; ability to dance, tap, and sing a plus.
Young Don & Young Cosmo Any Gender, Any Ethnicity, Age 8-13 Two young “boys” who tap extremely well.
Zelda Zanders Female, Any Ethnicity, Age 20-39
A flapper socialite and actress on her ninth marriage; Lina’s true friend and informant; can be dramatic and over-the-top.
July 20th & 21st
Auditions for
Little Shop of Horrors
Directed by Breanne & Derek Hendricks
Synopsis
The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names "Audrey II" - after his coworker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it, BLOOD. Over time, though, Seymour discovers Audrey II's out of this world origins and intent towards global domination!
Performance Dates:
October 7th through October 29th Matinees: Oct. 15th and 22nd.
Auditions:
July 20th and 21st 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Callbacks will be held by invitation only on Saturday, July 23rd from 9 AM to 12 PM.
Auditions will be limited to those 16 years of age and older. Those planning to audition, should prepare 16 bars (no more than 60 seconds long) of an upbeat showtune or rock/pop song. Please also include a recent headshot and resume with your audition form.
Video auditions will also be accepted. Video auditions will need to be sent to Breezee2307@yahoo.com no later than Thursday, July 21st. Please put Little Shop of Horrors Audition in the subject line.
Please bring all conflicts from July 26th to October 29th.
First rehearsal/cast meeting will be Tuesday, July 26th in the evening.
Rehearsals will be held on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday evenings, and Saturday mornings.
Nightly rehearsals will begin on Monday, September 26th.
Technical rehearsal will be Saturday, October 1st and will last most of the day.
Cast of Characters:
The following information is directly from the show’s publishing website –
https://www.mtishows.com/little-shop-of-horrors
A note on characters and setting:
In casting your show, an inclusive approach is suggested. While any actor can play any role in the show (i.e., there are no requirements or restrictions other than to perform the book, music and lyrics as written), it is encouraged that the roles of Crystal, Ronnette, and Chiffon be played by actors of color. There is no such suggestion with regard to any of the other characters, regardless of how those characters have been cast in other productions. The gender of the characters, however, must remain as written in the script.
Seymour Krelborn: Male, Age: 25 to 35
An insecure, put-upon florist's clerk and eventual hero. He is a genuine, well-meaning man who is taken for granted because of his clumsy ways and poor social skills.
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Audrey: Female, Age: 25 to 35
Bleached-blond, Billie-Dawn-like, secret love of Seymour's life. She has poor self-worth and education, but incredibly good looks and a sweet and vulnerable demeanor.
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: G#3
Mr. Mushnik: Male, Age: 55 to 65
The seasoned owner of the failing East Side flower shop and Seymour's nosy boss. He is profit-driven, greedy, and manipulative.
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Orin Scrivello, First Customer, Bernstein, Wino, Skip Snip, Mrs. Luce, etc…..
Male, Age: 30 to 40
An egotistical dentist with a passion for leather and sadistic tendencies. Audrey's abusive boyfriend, who is targeted by Seymour. This actor will also play several other roles in the show. One of these roles is a female. This will require the actor to cross dress as a woman.
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Audrey II (Operator): Male or Female
An anthropomorphic cross between a Venus flytrap and an avocado, the plant has an appetite for human flesh that is appeased by Seymour. Plant Operator doubles as other sizes of the plant. Performer must be able to lift at least 75 pounds. This actor will also double as a Wino and other various background characters.
Audrey II (Voice) Male, Age: 18 to 50
An actor/vocalist located offstage. The voice is that of a conniving, street-smart 'villain.' A funky Rhythm and Blues voice is best. This actor will also double as a Wino.
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Crystal: Female, Age 16 to 35
Crystal, Ronnette and Chiffon are Black street urchins, acting as the occasional Greek Chorus. Young, hip, and smart, these girls are the only ones who have a grip on reality.
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: Ab3
Ronnette: Female, Age 16 to 35
Crystal, Ronnette and Chiffon are Black street urchins, acting as the occasional Greek Chorus. Young, hip, and smart, these girls are the only ones who have a grip on reality.
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: Ab3
Chiffon: Female, Age: 16 to 35
Crystal, Ronnette and Chiffon are Black street urchins, acting as the occasional Greek Chorus. Young, hip, and smart, these girls are the only ones who have a grip on reality.
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: Ab3