SHOW INFO | AUDITIONS SIDES | CHARACTER BREAKDOWNS
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Rodgers + Hammerstein's
CINDERELLA Kevin P Hill, Director/Choreographer Milton Granger, Music Director Rehearsals: June 28 - July 11, 2022 Performances: July12 - 24, 2022 ELLA (Cinderella) (Female-identifying, 20s, Soprano, Any Ethnicity) Kind hearted beauty with an infectious generosity of spirit. Though she has been flying under the radar she comes fully into herself as an articulate dynamic woman with a great deal to say Traditional musical theatre soprano. TOPHER (Male-identifying, 20s – early 30s, Baritone, Any Ethnicity) The prince of the kingdom leads with heroic bravado but deeply naïve and not always quick on the draw. In search of his purpose. His kindhearted nature spills into an endearing goofiness at times. Light comedic touch essential. Soaring, rich musical theatre baritone to G. MADAME (Female-identifying, Late 40s – 50s, Mezzo-Soprano, Any Ethnicity) Ella’s selfish stepmother. A vain and tyrannical climber. Deeply concerned with status and image and entirely dismissive of her stepdaughter. Comic timing essential. Traditional musical theatre character voice. GABRIELLE (Female-identifying, 20s – 30s, Mezzo-Soprano, Any Ethnicity) Ella’s stepsister and daughter of Madame. Begins aligned with her materialistic mother and sister but her kindness and thoughtful nature emerge as she is effected by Ella and love interest John-Michel. Perhaps a bit quirky and cut from a different mold than the social climbers around her. Comic timing is essential. Strong and expressive traditional musical theatre voice. CHARLOTTE (Female-identifying, Late 20s – 30s, Mezzo-Soprano, Any Ethnicity) Ella’s stepsister and daughter of Madame. Deeply self-involved, attention seeker. Loud, brash and delights in being cocky. Lacks self-awareness and often the last one in on the joke. Excellent comic timing required. Traditional musical theatre character belt to F. MARIE (Female-identifying, 40s – 60s, Soprano, Any Ethnicity) First presents as a bag lady but is revealed as Ella’s fairy godmother in disguise. Warm with a spark of wackiness she lifts the magic in the show and highlights what is possible! Soaring traditional musical theatre soprano to G. JEAN MICHEL (Male-identifying, 20s – 30s, Any Ethnicity) An enthusiastic revolutionary determined to make a difference. Energized and on his way to becoming a leader. Great comic timing. Traditional musical theatre voice. SEBASTIAN (Male-identifying, 40s – 60s, Any Ethnicity) Topher’s Lord Chancellor. He actively shields the Prince from what is occurring in his kingdom and revels in maintaining his own power. Disregarding villagers in need he is primarily concerned with preserving the wealthy and the reach of his power. Fantastic comic timing essential. Traditional musical theatre character voice. LORD PINKELTON (Male-identifying, 30s – 50s, Tenor, Any Ethnicity) Sebastian’s second-in- command and the herald for all balls and events. Announces royal balls, banquets and even the weather. Excellent comic timing is essential. Traditional musical theatre tenor. ENSEMBLE (Male and Female, 20s – 40’s, Any ethnicity) Excellent Singers/Dancers to portray Knights, Peasants, Townspeople, Ladies and Gentlemen of the Court, Servants, etc. Must sing and dance very well. SIDES:
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BUDDY: The Buddy Holly Story
Director/ Choreographer: Marcos Santana Music Supervisor: Milton Granger Rehearsals: August 2 - 15, 2022 Performances: August 16 - 24, 2022 LOCAL AUDITIONS: N/A NYC AUDITIONS: DATES T.B.A. BUDDY HOLLY - Male, Caucasian, 18-30 singer-songwriter and star from Lubbock, Texas. Buddy is intelligent, charismatic, 6 ft' or over. Must play guitar, sing and act and have a feel for rock ‘n’ roll. Some serious star potential, must have a desire to live as a rock ‘n’ roll superstar every night. RITCHIE VALENS - Male, Latino / Hispanic, 18-25 good-looking, attractive, handsome boy with serious charisma, a dedicated eye for the ladies, and the ability to hold the stage in his own right. His key song is “La Bamba.” Must be able to act and the ability to play a musical instrument an advantage but not prohibitive. Must play guitar. J.P. RICHARDSON-THE BIG BOPPER - Male, 18-64 a former DJ, he is a Texan with an irrepressible larger than-life character. 6' or taller, with the ability to command the stage on his own as a single performer. His key song is “Chantilly Lace.” Must be able to act and the ability to play a musical instrument an advantage but not prohibitive. JOE B. MAULDIN - Male, 18-30 Double bass player from Lubbock, Texas. Serious, square young man with musical ability. Must be able to sing and act. JERRY ALLISON - Male, 18-30 Drummer from Lubbock, Texas. Good looking, irrepressible cheeky guy with musical ability. Must be able to sing and act. Must play drums very well. MARIA ELENA HOLLY - Female, Latino / Hispanic, 18-25 Attractive, classy and well-educated. Must be able to sing and act. The ability to play any instrument would be a huge plus. HIPOCKETS DUNCAN - Male, 18-40 An exuberant hometown radio DJ from Lubbock, Texas, with an air of authority and a keen sense of humor. Must be able to sing and have the ability to play a musical instrument. NORMAN PETTY - Male, 18-40 A record producer from Clovis, New Mexico, with a businesslike manner and a love of making records. Must be able to sing and have the ability to play a musical instrument. VI PETTY - Female, 18-40 The wife of Norman with a heart of gold. Vi must be able to sing and act, and have exceptional rock ‘n’ roll keyboards ability, with a good sense of humor. Must play piano. APOLLO PERFORMER 1 - Male, Black / African Descent, 18-64 Ability to hold the stage on his own. Key song “Party.” Must have good comic timing and be able to act, and have the ability to play a musical instrument. Experienced woodwind or brass instrumentalist is desired. Special chorus part. APOLLO PERFORMER 2 - Female, Black / African Descent, 18-64 Ability to hold the stage on her own. Key song “Party.” Fantastic singer, good comic timing and be able to act. Special chorus part. ADDITIONAL NOTES:
BUDDY – Accompany yourself on guitar with sides in the packet RITCHIE – Accompany yourself on guitar with sides in the packet BIG BOPPER – Accompany yourself on guitar with sides in the packet VI – Must be advanced piano player – prepare sides in packet JOE – Sing a song of your choice while playing upright bass JERRY – Sing a song of your choice while playing drums and prepare a drum solo which shows energy and technique TOMMY – Sing a song of your choice while playing guitar – may also prepare the BUDDY songs APOLLO PERFORMERS – Prepare a song of your choice, in style of the show, and play any instrument you are proficient with. ALL OTHER ROLES – Prepare sides provided and/or sing a song of your choice and play any/all instruments to your ability, if you can. The ensemble of this show will primarily consist of those who are comfortable playing an instrument(s) Please show us your full capabilities as an actor/instrumentalist Video clips/reels will suffice if you are not able to bring your instrument with you: mchappell@nsmt.org
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LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
Bob Richard, Director Diane Laurenson, Choreographer Peter Leigh-Nilsen, Music Director Rehearsals: September 13 -19, 2022 Performances: September 20 - October 2, 2022 LOCAL AUDITIONS: N/A NYC AUDITIONS: T.B.D. SEYMOUR KRELBORN An insecure, put-upon florist's clerk and eventual hero. He is a genuine, well-meaning man who is taken for granted because of his clumsy ways and poor social skills. Male-identifying, Any ethnicity, Age 25-35 AUDREY Bleached-blond, Billie-Dawn-like, secret love of Seymour's life. She has poor self-worth and education, but incredibly good looks and a sweet and vulnerable demeanor. Female-identifying, Any ethnicity, Age 25-35 MR. MUSHNIK The seasoned owner of the failing East Side flower shop and Seymour's nosy boss. He is profit-driven, greedy, and manipulative. Male-identifying, Any ethnicity, Age 55-65 ORIN SCRIVELLO An egotistical dentist with a passion for leather and sadistic tendencies. Audrey's abusive boyfriend, who is targeted by Seymour. Male-identifying, Age 30 to 40 VOICE OF THE PLANT An actor/vocalist located offstage. The voice is that of a conniving, street-smart 'villain.' A funky Rhythm and Blues voice is best. Any gender, Black, Age 20 to 50 CRYSTAL Crystal, Ronnette and Chiffon are African-American street urchins, acting as the occasional Greek Chorus. Young, hip, and smart, this trio are the only ones who have a grip on reality. Any gender, Black, Age 20-35 RONNETTE Crystal, Ronnette and Chiffon are African-American street urchins, acting as the occasional Greek Chorus. Young, hip, and smart, this trio are the only ones who have a grip on reality. Any gender, Black, Age 20-35 CHIFFON Crystal, Ronnette and Chiffon are African-American street urchins, acting as the occasional Greek Chorus. Young, hip, and smart, this trio are the only ones who have a grip on reality. Any gender, Black, Age 20-35 |
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KINKY BOOTS
Director/Choreographer - Kevin P. Hill Choreographer - Charlie Sutton Music Director - Dan Rodriguez Rehearsals: October 11 - Oct 24, 2022 Performances: October 25 - November 6, 2022 LOCAL AUDITIONS: T.B.D. NYC AUDITIONS: T.B.D. CHARLIE PRICE Male-identifying, 25 to 35. A bit confused, a bit unfocused, a hero hiding under a victim's mantle. LOLA/SIMON Male-identifying, Black, 30 to 35. A prize fighter's physique draped in satin. A talented drag queen with a killer voice and winning ways. NICOLA Female-identifying, 20 to 30. Charlie's long-term girlfriend. Driven, uncompromising. LAUREN Female-identifying, 20 to 30. Beautiful and strong working-class girl. Comedic actor with strong voice. DON Male-identifying, 20 to 40. Lola's nemesis. Burly hypermasculine bear of a factory worker PAT Female-identifying, 20 to 40. Officious office manager who will let loose her wild side when allowed. Lola's love interest. TRISH Female-identifying, 20 to 40. Factory worker with a husband and kids to worry over. GEORGE (Role Is Cast) Male-identifying, 30 to 50. Factory manager keeping up traditions. Reserved. THE ANGELS Male-identifying, 20 to 30. The drag performers who populate The Blue Angel Nightclub. This ain't a job for no wallflowers. Must be FIERCE dancer comfortable in heels. MR. PRICE Male-identifying, 50 to 60. Charlie's father. SIMON SR. Male-identifying, Black, 30 to 50. Lola's father. An unforgiving tower of anger. HARRY Male-identifying, 25 to 40. A contemporary of Charlie's but his opposite. Successful, self-aware and confident. RICHARD BAILEY Male-identifying, 30 to 50. Nicola's boss. An overtly attractive and successful man. ENSEMBLE Hooligans, Factory Workers, Pub Patrons, Photographers, Club Patrons |
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A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Kevin P Hill, Director/Choreographer Milton Granger, Music Director Rehearsals: Nov 14 – November 30, 2022 School and Public Performances: Dec 1 – 23, 2022 LOCAL AUDITIONS: TBA | at NSMT, 54 Dunham Road, Beverly, MA. A CHRISTMAS CAROL CHARACTER BREAKDOWN EBENEZER SCROOGE - a tight-fisted hand at the grindstone. A squeezing, wrenching, grasping, scraping, clutching, covetous old sinner. BOB CRATCHIT - A clerk in the service of Ebenezer Scrooge and the loving father of a fine family. MRS. CRATCHIT - Bob’s wife, poor in possessions but rich in family. Also, CHRISTMAS PAST- The first of the three spirits, she is of the air – resplendent in stars. MRS. FEZZIWIG - One vast substantial smile, Also, MRS. DILBER - Scrooge’s housekeeper, a martyr and, later, a disreputable seller of goods. MEG - Fred’s bride, very pretty, with a dimpled, surprised look. THE NARRATOR, (Tiny Tim in his mid-late 20s), a poet and artist; the teller of this ghostly tale. NOTE: Ideally, to be played by an actor with a disability as this character uses a cane/crutch to walk. Requires fantastic actor. YOUNG SCROOGE - A clever chap, filled with enormous potential until his great passion, Greed, engrosses him. Also, CHRISTMAS FUTURE - Scrooge’s subterranean nightmare of himself at the turning point of his life. FRED - Handsome nephew of old Scrooge, with a cheerful voice and a sparkling laugh. Must sing well. BELLE - Young Scrooge’s betrothed, a fair maiden, honorable and pure. Must sing well JACOB MARLEY - Scrooge’s first and only business partner; dead as a doornail. Non-singing role but requires excellent, athletic actor – flying involved. THE GHOST OF CHRISTMAS PRESENT / MAN 1 - A giant of harvest and plenty, glorious to behold. Must sing well THE PEARLIES, versatile tumbler/acrobat/poltergeists, inspired by 19th century London’s Cockney buskers — street entertainers who performed for donations. These street performers typically wore topcoats covered with pearl buttons; hence, the name. In our story, these spirits are visitors from the realm of imagination and are allies of the Narrator in the telling of his tale by attending the Spirits and otherwise moving the action of the play forward. MR. FEZZIWIG / MAN 2 - Voluminous in his great jovial benevolence. Must sing well. JOE MILLER / OLD JOE - Keeper of the Poultry shop and, later, a nefarious pawnbroker. Must sing well DICK WILKINS, Scrooge’s best childhood friend, who died young. Comes from Ensemble RESIDENTS OF LONDON AND BUSKERS (ENSMEBLE), representing the various sorts and conditions of inhabitants. Excellent singers who dance/move well TINY TIM CRATCHIT, Thoughtful and brave with his little crutch and his goodly heart. MARTHA CRATCHIT, Oldest of the Cratchit daughters. PETER CRATCHIT, A kind, serious boy, devoted to his brother and sisters. BELINDA CRATCHIT, Second of the Cratchit daughters and a happy lass. BOY SCROOGE, a sad boy, rejected by his Father and sent far away to school. FAN, Scrooge’s sister, brimful of glee. LONDON BOYS, Rambunctious street urchins. SIDES:
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