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La Comedia Dinner Theatre in Springboro, Ohio, is holding an open call audition for its upcoming production of HOLIDAY INN on Saturday, August 24, at 10:00 a.m. at 765 W. Central Ave., Springboro, Ohio.

SEEKING

• JIM HARDY – (male, 30s, lyric baritone) A performer and singer-songwriter eager to leave showbiz behind for a simpler life on a farm in Connecticut.
• TED HANOVER – (male, 30s, lyric baritone) Jim’s best friend and performing partner; a charming ladies’ man looking for his big break.
• LILA DIXON – (female, 30s, high belt) A determined performer and Jim’s mismatched fiancée.
• DANNY – (male, 30-50s) Jim, Ted, and Lila’s agent.
• LINDA MASON – (female, 30s, belt/mix) – a school teacher with the hidden talents of a singer and dancer.
• LOUISE – (female, 40s-50s, belt) – the local “fix it” woman; tough, no nonsense, and extremely perceptive.
• ENSEMBLE – (Men & Women 18+) Strong singers to play many roles and understudy leads.
• CHARLIE WINSLOW – (boy, 9-12) a precocious bank messenger.

All ethnicities (18+) are invited to audition.

• Prepare 16 bars of a musical theatre song appropriate to the show.
• Please provide a current headshot and resume.
• Be prepared to dance.

Rehearsals begin October 14, 2024 (Mon – Sat 9AM – 5PM)
Performances November 1 – December 29, 2024. Wednesday matinees and Thurs-Sun matinees and evenings. 4 days off at Thanksgiving & Christmas.

Director/Choreographer is Chris Beiser.

Questions: artisticdirector@lacomedia.com.

Non-Equity

“Saturday Night Fever” Local Auditions!

La Comedia Dinner Theatre in Springboro, Ohio, is holding an open call audition for its upcoming production of SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER on Saturday, July 27, at 10:00 a.m. at 765 W. Central Ave., Springboro, Ohio.

• Tony Manero…19-25. Handsome, charismatic, Brooklyn Italian. Ringleader of his gang of friends – The Faces. Tough exterior, vulnerability underneath, comes alive when he dances. Strong actor, singer, dancer. Brooklyn accent. Range A2-G4
• Bobby…19-25. One of The Faces, genuine, struggles to do the right thing. Strong singer/mover. Brooklyn accent. Range C3-A4
• Gus…19-25. One of The Faces, the follower, not afraid to lie to cover himself. Strong singer/mover. Brooklyn accent. Range E3-F#4
• Double J…19-25. One of The Faces, the charming jokester. Physically the toughest of the gang, good comedic timing. Strong singer/mover. Brooklyn accent. Range C3-F#4
• Joey…19-25. One of The Faces, the wise guy with connections. Strong singer/mover. Brooklyn accent. Range E3-A4
• Monty…can be any age. The MC, DJ, Gatekeeper of 2001 dance club. Good looking with a big personality. After Tony, he’s the coolest guy in town. Strong singer/ mover. Range B2-G4
• Frank Manero…40-mid 50’s. Tony’s father, out of work construction worker who feels the world has turned against him. Brooklyn accent.
• Frank Jr….20’s. Tony’s brother who has left the priesthood. Humble and full of good advice. Strong actor with Brooklyn accent.
• Stephanie Mangano…19-25. Puts on airs to hide Brooklyn upbringing. Can lack tact at time but is still likeable. Strong actor, singer, dancer. Brooklyn accent. Range Bb3-F#5
• Pauline…19-25. Sweet, optimistic girlfriend of Bobby. Strong singer/mover. Brooklyn accent. Range G3-E5
• Annette…19-25. Eager to please, the puppy dog, hurt that Tony doesn’t have feeling for her. Strong actor, singer, dancer. Brooklyn accent. Range F3-C5
• Candy…can be any age. The resident singer of the club 2001. Confident and loved by everyone. Does a great deal of singing. Range A4-G5
• Linda Manero…15-18. Tony’s little sister, spunky.
• Flo Manero…40-mid 50’s. Tony’s mother, very devout in her religion, cares deeply for her family, especially Frank Jr.
• Ensemble…male and female. Age 19-mid 50’s to play townspeople and most importantly dancers in the club 2001. Strong singers/dancers/movers.

Please prepare a 32 bar disco song, or song appropriate to the 1970’s, a song from the show is acceptable. Show lots of energy and personality.

Please provide a current headshot and resume.

Rehearsals begin Tuesday, September 3 (Mon – Sat 9AM – 6PM)

Performances September 19 – October 27, 2024. Thurs-Sun matinees and evenings.

Director/Choreographer is Chris Beiser.

If you have questions, or for more information, email artisticdirector@lacomedia.com
Non-Equity.