Auditions Announced for THE WIZARD OF OZ presented by The Carnegie

The Carnegie Announces Auditions for THE WIZARD OF OZ!

We’re off to see THE WIZARD OF OZ at The Carnegie! Add alittle fantasy and adventure to those gray January days with a trip to the Emerald City to see Dorothy, Toto and the rest of the colorful residents of Oz. Imaginatively reproduced for The Carnegie stage, and impeccably accompanied by The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra, this classic tale is sure to delight fans both old and young.

Based on the hit MGM film, THE WIZARD OF OZ brings out the childin all of us with songs like “Somewhere Over the Rainbow,” and “We’re Off toSee the Wizard.” Directed by Matt Wilson. Music Direction by J.R. Cassidy. Choreography by Maggie Perrino. Featuring The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra.

Performances January 21-24, 28-31, 2016
Thursday, Friday & Saturday Evenings at 7:30pm
Saturdays at 2:00pm; Sundays at 3:00pm

Rehearsals evenings and weekends December 28th-January 20th.

Auditions by Appointment on October 4th 1pm-5pm or October 5th 6-9pm. To schedule a time slot,please contact Jessica Picado, jpicado@thecarnegie.com

Children wishing to audition will be seen during the 1pm time slot on the Oct. 4th and the 6pm time slot on Oct. 5th.

What to Prepare:

• Please prepare 16-32 bars of a musical theatre song in the style of the show- An accompanist will be provided. Please bring sheet music in the correct key. Acappella auditions, or those with pre-recorded accompaniment, will not be considered.
• There will be a short movement audition so please dress appropriately.
• You may also be asked to read from the script.
• Resume listing theatrical experience and headshot/picture are required to audition. Please bring with you to the audition, do not send in advance.
• Cast members do not have to be the actual ages of the characters, but must be able to look age appropriate and act accordingly.

Auditions will take place in The Otto M. Budig Theatre atThe Carnegie1028 Scott Blvd. Covington KY, 41011

Available Roles:

• Dorothy Gale
• Glinda (doubles as Aunt Em/Emily Gale)
• Scarecrow (doubles as Hunk — a farmhand)
• Tinman (doubles as Hickory — a farmhand)
• Lion (doubles as Zeke — a farmhand)
• Emerald City Guard (doubles as Uncle Henry/Henry Gale)
• Miss Almira Gulch (doubles as Wicked Witch of the West) – Non-singing role.
• Professor Chester Marvel (doubles as Wizard of Oz)- Non-singing role.
• 4 Adult Ensemble members- playing Ozians,Winkies, and various featured roles throughout. Must be strong singers/dancer.
• 8 Youth Ensemble members- playing munchkins,flying monkeys, jitterbugs. Must be confident singers and move well. Must beable to read from the script. Ideally aged 10 -13 years old.

THE WIZARD OF OZ is produced by arrangement with TAMS-WITMARK MUSIC LIBRARY, INC., 560 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10022. RSC version.