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La Comedia Dinner Theatre in Springboro, Ohio, is holding an open call audition for its upcoming production of THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at 10:00 AM Saturday, June 4, 2022, at 765 W. Central Ave., Springboro, Ohio.

Seeking Adult Men & Women (18+) who are excellent Singers and Actors for the following roles:

• WILLIAM BARFEE – Spells words that he first traces with his foot. He is odd, abrasive, and arrogant. Baritone-tenor
• LEAF CONEYBEAR – Wears handmade clothes, a cape, and safety helmet. During the bee he stares into space and is amazed with all that is going on. Baritone-tenor
• CHIP TOLENTINO – The previous year’s champion. Handsome and confident. Wears a boy scout uniform. Tenor
• OLIVE OSTROVSKY – Shy, hard to hear. Puts her hand in front of her face when she spells. Strong singer. Soprano/mezzo
• MARCY PARK – Wears a school uniform. She is an overachiever and confident competitor. She spells each word quickly and clearly. Tumbler and strong mover preferred. Soprano/mezzo
• LOGGAINE SCHWARTZANDGRUBNIERRE – She goes by Schwartz and is the youngest speller. She talks with a lisp and is very interested in politics. She signs each word before she spells it. Strong belter.
• MITCH MAHONEY – Comfort counselor to the losing spellers. He is only doing this because it is part of his court-ordered community service. Bouncer-type physically. Tenor.

Be prepared to sing 16 bars of a song of a musical theatre song appropriate to the show.

Please provide a current headshot and resume.

Director/Choreographer is Chris Beiser.

Rehearsals begin July 11, 2022 (10 AM-6 PM Mon-Sat)

Performances July 28 – Sept 11, 2022, Thurs-Sun matinees and evenings.

Questions call Kris Byerly (937)746-4554 ext 241

Non-Equity.

La Comedia Dinner Theatre in Springboro, Ohio, is holding an OPEN CALL audition for its upcoming production of Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST on Saturday, March 26, 2022, at 9:00 A.M. at 765 W. Central Ave., Springboro, Ohio. Adults, teenagers and young boys will be seen at the same call.

• BELLE – Young and determined, beautiful, curious, and responsible. Messo soprano (low A to high F)
• MRS POTTS – Maternal caretaker, enchanted teapot. Mezzo soprano (low F# to high G)
• BABETTE – Sexy & spicy bewitched feather duster. Soprano (C to high C)
• MADAME DE LA GRANDE BOUCHE – Once an opera diva, now a transformed wardrobe. Mezzo soprano (C# to D)
• BEAST – Warm and charming prince buried deep beneath rough and gruff exterior. Baritone (A to high F)
• GASTON – Arrogant, ultra-masculine villain after Belle’s affections. Baritone (A to high E)
• LUMIERE – Charismatic and smooth-tongued candelabra. Baritone (A to high F#)
• COGSWORTH – High-strung enchanted mantel clock. (A to high E)
• LEFOU – Gaston’s athletic yet clumsy flunky. Baritone (B to high F#)
• MAURICE – Belle’s eccentric, adoring father. Baritone (B to high Db)
• Boys (7-15 years old) for the roles of Chip and the Young Prince
• ENSEMBLE – 16-Older, Male and Female strong singers and movers to play various ensemble roles and cover principals

Be prepared to sing 16 bars of a song from the show or musical theatre song appropriate to the show. Adults & teenagers should also be prepared to dance.

Please provide a current headshot and resume.

Director/Choreographer is Chris Beiser.

Rehearsals begin May 14, 2022 (10 AM-6 PM daily)
Performances June 2 – July 24, 2022, Thurs-Sun matinees and evenings.

Questions call Kris Byerly (937)746-4554 ext 241
Non-Equity.