HORIZONS OF GOLD
Concept/Book by Beth Kenniv
Music by James Kenniv and Jeff Smith
Lyrics by Beth Kenniv and Dave Thompson
Directed by Fred Hunt
AUDITIONS
- Saturday, January 27 from Noon-4:00pm
- Monday, January 29 from 7:00pm-9:00pm
JPII Catholic School – 9375 Winton Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45231
AUDITION SIGN-UPS
You may choose a 15-minute audition slot using our signup genius page, linked here. Once all slots are filled, we will accept walk-ins. As a walk-in, the wait time may be a bit longer as we attempt to fit you in with our scheduled auditioners. Book your spot early!
WHAT TO EXPECT
The format for auditions will include a singing portion (16-32 measures of a Broadway-style show tune); a read-through with other actors; and a dance portion. A speaker will be available to be used with your cell phone for accompaniment (no a cappella singing auditions, please). The dance auditions will take place at the end of three consecutive 15-minute audition slots.
WHAT TO BRING
- A prepared audition song with recorded accompaniment.
- Shoes that you are comfortable dancing in.
- Prepared audition forms, available for download below.
Forms will also be available at auditions. However, we would prefer you fill out and sign the forms ahead of time to keep things moving during auditions.
PRINCIPLE ROLES
- Rose – A Mexican migrant; determined; loyal; passionate. Early 20’s Soprano with strong Mix/Belt
- Margaret Thomas – A Kansas farm wife; broken, steadfast, wise. Mid/Late 40’s Mezzo Soprano/Alto
- Bo – A prosperous farmer; understated, thoughtful, heroic. Late 30’s aka John Bollen; the cousin of Edward/Margaret Thomas; Baritone
SUPPORTING ROLES
- Lawrence Thomas – Margaret’s brother-in-law; an unscrupulous businessman (in Act II only) non-singing role
- Edward Thomas – Margaret’s faithful but defeated husband (in I-1 & I-2 then ensemble); no solo singing
- William Thomas – Margaret’s responsible older son; marries Rose (in I-1–I-3 then ensemble) any voice part
- Charlie Thomas – Margaret’s fun loving younger son; marries Opal (in I-1–I-3 then ensemble) any voice part
- Opal – Charlie’s girl; sweet, sincere. (in I-2–I-4 only; then ensemble) any voice part
- Nettie – A farmgirl, curious, dreamy, dramatic, comic. 14-16yrs; Soprano
- Pearl – Nettie’s older, responsible, caring sister. Around 18 yrs; Alto/Mezzo
- Alice – A self-important, sassy girl who wants Bo. Mid 20’s; Any voice part
- Hank – Bo’s trusted farmhand; easy going, competent. 30’s; Any voice part
- Otis & Clarence – Bo’s lazy comedic farmhands; Sing harmony/any voice part.
- Ensemble – This production also features an active singing/ dancing ensemble that offers several cameos, featured solos, and children’s ensemble.
Visit Inspiring Arts’ website for Horizons of Gold to learn more about this heart-warming story written by local playwrights.
QUESTIONS?
Please direct all audition questions to HORIZONS OF GOLD production questions to the producers at BartsBards@gmail.com.
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