Performers Needed for Theatre 2022-23 Season

Female-identifying. The ultimate stage mother and fierce advocate for her children. Unapologetically ambitious, Rose is bold, brash and stubbornly single-minded, but also capable of great warmth and charm. Afraid to face her own demons of abandonment, Rose lives her life vicariously through her two daughters, while struggling to remain relevant in their lives. She sings as she lives; full-out, no holds barred. Powerful and dynamic of great depth, range and ability. "Gypsy"

Female identifying. Rose’s elder daughter; the former Baby Louise starts as an awkward and under-confident teenager, who then reinvents herself to become the sophisticated, world-renowned striptease artist Gypsy Rose Lee. First ignored and then bulldozed by her domineering stage mother, Louise struggles to reconcile her need for acceptance with her desire for independence. Comfortable with striptease (no nudity). Mezzo. "Gypsy"

Male identifying. Reluctant agent for the act and Rose's patient and ardent lover. Longs for a family and to marry the commitment phobic Rose. Soft-hearted but not weak, he is deeply in love with Rose and therefore tolerates, and often overlooks, her questionable behavior. Skilled and dynamic with great warmth and humor. Sings and moves well. Baritone. "Gypsy"

Male identifying. Attractive and intelligent with ambition and talent to burn, Tulsa strives to break out of the troupe with an act of his own. Skilled and dynamic song and dance man, with excellent acting chops. High Baritone. "Gypsy"

Female identifying. A burlesque stripper past her prime, who shows Louise the ropes. Strong movement/dance, ballet training helpful, Tessie still has some of the moves. A skilled singer/dancer with major comic chops. Mezzo/Belt. "Gypsy"

Female identifying. A burlesque stripper past her prime, who is physically intimidating and wields a trumpet. Strong movement/dance, powerful character. A skilled singer/dancer with major comic chops. Mezzo/Belt. "Gypsy"

Female presenting, Never-say-die New England farmer, owner of struggling Falbury Farm. "Summer Stock"

Male presenting. Actor-writer-director, smooth, passionate, attractive. "Summer Stock"

Male presenting, Jane's fiancé, sweet but weak-willed store clerk who does as his father says. "Summer Stock"

Female presenting, Jane's sister, actress, pretty, hot tempered, self- absorbed. "Summer Stock"

Female presenting, Jane's maternal housekeeper, acerbic, goodhearted, indispensable. "Summer Stock"

Male presenting, Actor/vaudeville comic, cut-up, ladies' man. "Summer Stock"

Male presenting, Orville's father, gruff, tyrannical, the richest man in the county. "Summer Stock"

Male presenting, Pompous leading man, full of himself but not very talented. "Summer Stock"

The one Teacher designated as his successor; “my Rock.” Pete feels guilt-stricken over his betrayal in the Garden and during the trial. Not at all sure whether he is really qualified to lead. Contemporary Baritenor, Aflat2 to B4. "The 12"

Pete’s younger brother. Very loyal to Pete but also afraid of conflict; always trying to smooth things out. Tenor to B4. "The 12"

A big man, physically intimidating. Terrible temper. He and his brother, James, were known as the “Sons of Thunder” for their loud voices and passionate opinions. Not the sharpest tool in the shed, he is his brother James’s strongest supporter, but by the end of his life, John would come to the conclusion that the Teacher’s entire message could be put into one word: “Love” and would become fond of preaching the phrase, “Little children, love one another.” Baritone or Baritenor. "The 12"

(the Great) The younger brother of John but the leader of the two. Politically, James is the shrewdest member of the disciples but is eaten up with jealousy over Pete’s selection as successor – a role James thinks should be his. Baritone to F. "The 12"

The Doubter. The Nihilist. Witty, sardonic, and sarcastic. The extent of his pessimism is really a reflection of his extraordinary pain at the death of their Teacher. High Contemporary Tenor with edge, A2 to A4 or B4. Even higher belt notes to D5 are helpful. "The 12"

A gentle soul. Utterly terrified by what has happened. He is brought on to the stage injured by a blow to the head and is feverish through much of the action. He is the one who has a “vision” of what will be the ultimate fate of his fellow disciples at the end. "The 12"

A violent revolutionary before the Teacher found him, Simon was a former Zealot (like Judas), one of those who believed the only way to drive the Romans out of Israel was through war. The Zealots practiced assassination and intimidation and were know for the sicarii, the short knives they carried. Simon wrestles with his history of violence, which is never far from the surface. Baritone with Strong gritty style, B2 to G4or A4 "The 12"

Former Galilean Fisherman. Unsophisticated. Grew up with Bart in the same small village. Potentially comedic (think Bert and Ernie/Mutt and Jeff etc.).Their response to the terror and uncertainty of the present is to retreat to the simple pleasures of their past. Baritenor. "The 12"

Former Fisherman. Unsophisticated. Grew up with Phil in the same small village. Potentially comedic. (think Bert and Ernie/Mutt and Jeff etc. Their response to the terror and uncertainty of the present is to retreat to the simple pleasures of their past. Contemporary tenor, B2 to A4 with ability to sing sweetly and smoothly between C4 and G4. "The 12"

Urban. Nervous. A former Tax Collector – Tax collectors were universally despised (they were paid by a commission on how much they collected and were notoriously grasping as a result). They were also considered quislings or stooges of the Roman machine of oppression. Matt makes a point of abusing the only person less popular then he – Mary Magdalene. Bass/Baritone. "The 12"

(James the Lesser). Gentle. Young for his age. Infatuated with Mary. When their movement seems to have died with its founder, all he wants is to escape into a “normal” life with Mary. Tenor. "The 12"

A former prostitute, picked by the Teacher to be among his circle. Perhaps she alone truly understands what He was about. Judaism was not kind to women in this period and as a prostitute, even a redeemed prostitute, Mary would be considered physically and spiritually “unclean” by society, and a convenient scapegoat for whatever goes wrong. Exceedingly passionate gritty singer, G3 to D5 belt, with the added ability to sing smoothly and simply. "The 12"

Teacher’s mother. Even nearly broken by her grief, she is still a formidable presence. A formidable musician in her own right. Full soulful voice, powerful notes, G3 to D5. "The 12"

Lead Singer of The Dreamettes. A powerhouse and a soaring singer with undeniable talent. The true underdog. A headstrong, vibrant, confident, and outspoken young woman – a diva. Has a big, gospel belt. "Dreamgirls"

Initially a modest backup singer for The Dreamettes, turned lead singer of The Dreams. An ingenue who possess the poise of a leading lady, and a quiet confidence beyond her years. Mezzo, with a full belt. "Dreamgirls"

The softest and youngest of the three Dreams. And though she is bubbly, energetic, youthful, she is also pragmatic and eager for success. Soprano, on top of most triad harmony, with a full belt. "Dreamgirls"

Slick and forceful used car salesman who becomes the Dreams’ and Jimmy’s manager. Dates Effie, but eventually Deena. Tenor. "Dreamgirls"

James Brown-like star who takes on Dreamettes as backup singers. He is high energy, verging on chaotic with an endless amount of charm and charisma. Rock / R&B tenor. "Dreamgirls"

Effie’s songwriter brother. Very endearing, loyal, idealistic, and earnest. High baritone. "Dreamgirls"

Veteran music agent, who quits as Jimmy’s manager and later becomes Effie’s manager, rebuilding her confidence and career. Baritone. "Dreamgirls"

A dynamic singer who fulfills Curtis’ aesthetic image for the Dreams and subsequently replaces Effie in the group. Mezzo-soprano. "Dreamgirls"

A burlesque stripper past her prime, ditzy and sweet and maybe a little bit drunk? Strong movement/dance, powerful character. A skilled singer/dancer with major comic chops. Mezzo/Belt "Gypsy"