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April 4, 2015 · 5:29 pm

Auditions Announced for THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Showbiz Players

SBPAre you ready to dig out those fishnets and sharpen your stilettos? Then head on out to audition for Showbiz Players’ production of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW! This show tells the story of two clean cut kids, Brad Majors and Janet Weiss, who run into car trouble and seek help at the site of light down the road. Little do they know it’s coming from the place where Dr. Frank N Furter is in the midst of his maniacal experiments. The play is a rock musical, a spoof of science fiction movies, and a bizarre story of seduction and sexual confusion!

(MUST BE AT LEAST 16 TO AUDITION)

CHARACTERS:
(NO ROLES HAVE BEEN PRE-CAST)

MAGENTA: Female, Age Flexible (Range: Mezzo Soprano Belt, Bb3-Eb5)
One of Frank’s servants.

BRAD: Male, 26-35 (Range: Bari Tenor, Bb2-G4)
Quirky, but very much in love with his fiancé, Janet. Overly optimistic at times.

JANET: Female, 26-35 (Range: Mezzo Soprano Belt, A3-Eb5)
Good girl who is madly in love with Brad. Always seems to be frightened of something. Keeps losing more of her clothes throughout the story. Emotionally weak and caves into pressure easily.

NARRATOR: Male, Age Flexible (Range: Non-Singing Role)
Follows our two hero’s through the story by narrating directly to the audience.

RIFF RAFF: Male, 25-40 (Range: High Rock Tenor, D3-B4)
Creepy man resembling more of a zombie. Often makes harmless conversation seem awkward and foreboding. One of Frank’s servants.

COLUMBIA: Female, Age Flexible (Range: Mezzo Soprano Belt, E4-E5)
One of Frank’s servants.

FRANK ‘N’ FURTER: Male Transvestite, 30-45 (Range: Baritone, D3-G4)
Master of the castle. Welcomes Janet and Brad with open arms. Obsessed with creating a man to be part of his sexual entourage. Master of seduction.

ROCKY: Male 18-30 (Range: Tenor, A3-G4)
Frank’s magnificent creation. Sexually appealing with prominent muscles.

EDDIE/DR. SCOTT: Male, 28-40 (Range: Baritone, E3-F#4)
Eddie, delivery man, “went to pieces.” Misses the rock and role of life. Comes back to life only to die after his solo. Scott is Eddie’s Uncle.

8 PHANTOMS – TRANSILVANIANS (SATB)
Various Singers.
REQUIREMENTS:
Please bring an updated Resume and Headshot
(if you do not have a headshot, a photo will be taken of you)

2 Contrasting Rock/Pop songs ONE MINUTE in length. Please bring sheet music in the proper key. An accompanist will be provided.

The role of Narrator will read from the script. No song required.

***Due to time constraints, you may not be required to sing both songs in their entirety. Dance auditions will be held during callbacks only so prepare songs that show range and dynamic acting choices.***

(Director Note: Please keep in mind, this production is NOT the movie! We are looking for dynamic performers who will make the material their own and bring a new vision of The Rocky Horror Show to life!)

DATES and SIGN UP:
MUST SHOW UP 15 MINS BEFORE AUDITION TIME TO FILL OUT PAPERWORK

Sunday May 10th, 2015 at 7:00pm
Monday May 11th, 2015 at 7:00pm
(Callbacks Wednesday May 13th at 7:00pm)

To SIGN UP for an audition slot visit: www.SignUpGenius.com/go/9040F48AEA6283-therocky

If audition spots fill up, or you need a specific time not listed, please email the director at SeanMize05@yahoo.com.
LOCATION:
Newport on the Levee:
1 Levee Way, Newport, KY 41071

(Located on the main floor across from Rainbow Hugs. Maps will be sent via email after signing up for an audition slot)

PRODUCTION TEAM:
Director: Sean Mize
Vocal Director: Erin McCamley
Music Director: Alan Masters
Producer: Bunny Arszman
PRODUCTION DATES:
September 18th-27th
(Rehearsals will start mid to late July)

For information on Showbiz Players Inc. visit: www.ShowbizPlayers.com

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April 4, 2015 · 2:22 pm

Auditions Announced for JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Fairfield Summer Theatre

FST_logoChrist’s final days are dramatized with emotional intensity, thought-provoking edge and explosive theatricality. Propelled by a stirring score, by turns driving and majestic, satirical and tender, Jesus Christ Superstar illuminates the transcendent power of the human spirit with a passion that goes straight to the heart.

AUDITION DATES
Thursday, May 7, 2015 beginning at 7:00 PM
Friday, May 8, 2015 beginning at 7:00 PM
Callbacks will be on May 9, 2015. Time TBA.
(Performance: July 16-19, 2015)

WHAT TO PREPARE
Please prepare one minute of an appropriate Broadway or rock song. You may be asked to dance, so please plan accordingly. An accompanist will be provided.

WHERE
FHS Performing Arts Center
8800 Holden Blvd.
Fairfield, Ohio 45014

CASTING
All actors must be strong singers. Some must be strong dancers.

ROLES AVAILABLE:
Mary Magdalene (Alto)
Jesus of Nazareth (Rock Tenor)
Judas Iscariot (Rock Tenor)
King Herod (Tenor)
Caiaphas (Bass)
Peter (Baritone)
Pontius Pilate (Baritone)
Simon Zealots (Tenor)
Annas (Tenor)
Large ensemble consisting of Lepers, Cured Lepers, Merchants, Apostles, Soldiers, Judas’s Tormentors, Reporters, Temple Ladies, and Soul Girls.

www.fairfieldsummertheatre.com for more info!

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April 3, 2015 · 12:27 pm

Auditions Announced for TICK, TICK…BOOM at Troy Civic Theatre

  • TROY_logoMonday April 6th & Tuesday April 7th
  • 7pm both nights @ The Barn in the Park
  • 1 man, 1 woman (both late 20’s, early 30’s)
  • bring a song to perform
  • have a monologue prepared

For more information visit http://troycivictheatre.com/

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April 3, 2015 · 11:52 am

Cincinnati Auditions for Broadway’s THE BOOK OF MORMON on April 11

BIC_Book of MormonTHE BOOK OF MORMON will be coming to Cincinnati to hold auditions Saturday April 11th by appointment only. We are looking to build our files for future replacements for all three companies (Broadway, 1st National Tour, Jumamosi Tour) for the roles of ARNOLD CUNNINGHAM, KEVIN PRICE, NABALUNGI and ELDER MCKINLEY etc. (See role descriptions below.)

Anyone interested in auditioning for any or all of these companies should submit a picture and resume and any additional materials to jrichcasting@gmail.com by Noon Friday, April 10th 2015.  Please make sure you put the City Name of the audition in the subject line.  Due to the amount of emails we receive, we may not be able to respond to every submission.  Please note that submitting does not guarantee an appointment.  Both Union and Non-Union should submit.  You must be 18.

SHOW INFO:

  • Producer: Anne Garefino & Scott Rudin
  • Director: Trey Parker & Casey Nicholaw
  • Book, Music & Lyrics: Robert Lopez, Matt Stone & Trey Parker
  • Music Supervisor: Stephen Oremus
  • Choreographer: Casey Nicholaw
  • Cincinnati Casting Director: Jeremy Rich
  • Casting Director: Carrie Gardner

ARNOLD CUNNINGHAM (Early 20’s-Late 20’s to play 18): Caucasian. Seeking a true character actor. Must be a physical contrast to the other good looking, All-American Mormons. Dweeby, dorky, nerdy, overweight, or all four combined. Arnold is a pathological liar but his heart is in the right place. He is a total screw-up but not for lack of trying, he always wants to do the right thing. Must be fantastic comedic actor who sings well. Tenor. We are also particularly interested in comics who sing.

KEVIN PRICE (Early 20’s-Late 20’s to play 18): Caucasian. All-American. Very handsome. Head of the class, always optimistic. Heroic Mormon. Must be a great comedic actor and a fantastic pop-rock high tenor to a B. Should be at least 5’10 or taller.

NABALUNGI (18- Late 20’s to play 20): Black African. Pretty. Takes the hardships of her village very seriously and wants to help her people find a better life. Must have great comic timing. Strong Alto. Belt to an E.

ELDER MCKINLEY (early 20’s to late 20’s to play 18): Caucasian. District leader of the Mormon missionaries in Uganda. All- American, wide-eyed and hopeful. Often struggles to cover his flamboyant tendencies and adhere to his Mormon morals. Must be a fantastic comedic actor and great singer. High Baritone who can pop out high Bb’s for comedic effect.

MAFALA HATIMBI (40’s): Black African. Father of Nabalungi. Has come to accept the hardships in the village where they live but is a discerning community leader and tries to bring joy to their lives. Must be a great comedic actor and singer. Also interested in actors who sing.

PRICE’S DAD/MISSION PRESIDENT/VARIOUS ROLES (40’s): Caucasian. All-American good looks and physique. Plays several parts from the perfect picture of a head of a Mormon household, to the stern missionary president, to Joseph Smith, so must have the ability to be transformative. Must be a great comedic actor and good singer. High Baritone to an Ab.

MALE & FEMALE AFRICAN VILLAGERS: (Early 20s-Late 30s) Characters are black Africans. Seeking great singers and great comedic actors who can move.  Seeking tenors (to high B), baritones, gospel sopranos (to high Bb), gospel belters (to E) and altos.

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April 3, 2015 · 10:12 am

Auditions Announced for THE TRIALS OF ROBIN HOOD by Beechmont Players Inc.

BPI_logoThe Players are getting ready for the Summer 2015 family-friendly show, THE TRIALS OF ROBIN HOOD, directed by Lynne Aronson and co-produced by Donna Surber and Stephanie Mooney.

Audition details:
7 p.m. Monday, May 11, and 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 12, with callbacks, if needed, at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 13. Auditions will be held at the Anderson Center Theatre (7850 Five Mile Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45230).

Please bring a resume, and headshots will be taken. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.

Rehearsals will be held on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday starting Monday, June 8. The run of the show is August 7-15, 2015.

Show synopsis:
Robin Hood is on trial for crimes against the state. The true facts are somewhat loose and confused and depend totally on who is telling them. There is the Lusty Robin version, the Lovelorn Robin version and the Silly Robin version and the audience will decide on the real story.

All of the familiar characters are in the show, but nothing is what you would expect. We are not looking for a British dialect.

Character descriptions:
There are approximately 30 roles. We will need a variety of actors, all ages and types, who can play many different roles. We also will be looking for people who are willing to be onstage crew/dressers. You will essentially be in the company and are important.

The descriptions below are not complete, as many will be playing several roles:

  • Lusty, Lovelorn and Silly Robin Hood are all the same and all different but still Robin. We will likely use two men to play the three roles.
  • Maid Marian is a lovely young woman and Ward of King Richard. Hates Guy of Gisborne.
  • King Richard is the leader of England and fights in the Crusades and sort of forgets England.
  • Prince John is Richard’s evil brother who Richard leaves in charge. Big mistake.
  • Sheriff of Nottingham is a no goodnik, who cares more about money. Oh yes, he wants to kill all of the Robin Hoods.
  • Guy of Gisborne is a dolt, crazy for Marian and money, not necessarily in that order.
  • Edward of Locksley and Esmerelda of Locksley are the parents of Robin. He goes off to the Crusades, and we’re not sure what happens to Esmerelda.
  • Archery Butt and the Royal Deer. Poor souls, people are always shooting arrows at them.
  • Robin’s Merry Men consist of Little John, Friar Tuck, Alan A Dale, Will (also Willa) Scarlet, Nathaniel Piper, William Church and Daniel Boyle.
  • Then there’s Much the Miller’s Son and Madge the Miller’s Daughter (same actor).
  • The Sheriff of Nottingham also has his soldiers, Bart Common, Finn Lucky and Tobias.

There are several other roles but all of them will be double cast with the above characters.

Please contact Lynne Aronson at 513.624.8665 for further information.

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