Talent Needed for "Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella" Play
Seeking talent for "Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella" Play. Please see the details below. About the project: Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella is the new Broadway adaptation of the classic musical. This contemporary take on the classic tale features Rodgers & Hammerstein’s most beloved songs, including “In My Own Little Corner,” “Impossible/It’s Possible” and “Ten Minutes Ago,” alongside an up-to-date, hilarious and romantic libretto by Tony Award nominee Douglas Carter Beane. This version features new characters, surprising twists, and new songs from Rodgers and Hammerstein. Additional info: Callbacks (if needed): Monday, February 20, 2023, at 6:00 PM Please be prepared to: – Sing 16-32 bars of a musical theatre song of your choice. You must sing with our provided accompaniment or with a device you provide. No Cappella auditions will be allowed. – Complete a dance audition, taught by the show choreographer (dress appropriately) – Be prepared to fill out a conflict sheet at auditions (be as specific as possible about conflicts throughout the rehearsal period). Rehearsals will begin on Saturday, February 25, 2023. Tech week will be from Saturday, April 15 through Thursday, April 20, 2023. No absences will be accepted during tech week or performances. Performances April 21, 22, 28, 29, May 5, 6, 2023 at 7:30 PM April 22, 23, 29, 30, May 6, 7, 2023 at 2:00 PM Please make sure you can fully commit to the rehearsal period and performance schedule before auditioning. You must be willing to make the show a priority. Experienced or first-time performers who enjoy singing, dancing, and acting are invited to audition. Please see the attachment for details. If you are interested, please apply.
17 roles
(Soprano B3 – Eb5) Though no one notices her beneath her rags and quiet demeanor, she is opinionated, charismatic, passionate, beautiful, and funny. Idealistic and hopeful, she courageously challenges the prince to change the policies of his kingdom – and helps him discover who he truly is. Always her late father’s daughter, she is determined to see the good in everyone despite her hardships and suffering. The cpmpany see her blossom into a confident woman.
(Baritone C#3 – A4) A misguided and lost prince who longs to do something important with his life. Though brave and heroic, he feels lonely and unfulfilled. He is thoughtful, appealing, and innocent – with an unforced goofy streak. Moral, genuine, and kind-hearted, he is at a crossroads and must take control of his kingdom and his future.
(Baritone C3-G4) A feisty, passionate peasant determined to make a change for the starving class. Impetuous. A firebrand, but lacks authority and isn’t taken seriously as a revolutionary. He has a crush on Gabrielle, though her courtship is forbidden because they are from different social classes.
(Soprano C4-G5) Ella’s stepsister and daughter of Madame. Encouraged by her mother and sister to value material wealth and social status, she unenthusiastically joins them in their abrasive behavior. Quietly passionate, empathetic, and witty, she is drawn to Ella and Jean-Michel.
(Mezzo-Soprano B3-F5) Ella’s stepsister and daughter of Madame. Brash, self-centered, materialistic, snooty, loud, sassy, and bratty, she has a ridiculously high, but unfounded opinion of herself. She never passes up an opportunity to be the center of attention.
(Soprano A3 – Ab5) A friend to Ella and the town’s resident “crazy lady” and beggar woman, Marie is actually a fairy godmother in disguise. Wise, warm, otherworldly, and charming. Marie rewards Ella for her kindness by making her dreams a possibility.
(Mezzo-Soprano C4-D5 – Character Voice) Ella’s selfish stepmother. The epitome of vanity and fashion. A ravenous social climber who values wealth, status, and material possessions above all else. Unapologetically dismissive and sometimes cruel, Madame schemes her way up the social ladder.
(Baritone C3 – F4) The kingdom’s Lord Chancellor. Though he is Topher’s trusted advisor, he is devious and selfish. Using propaganda and dishonesty, he keeps Topher isolated and in the dark about his kingdom. Sebastian rules without regard for the lower class, or anyone other than himself – and truly believes he deserves to rule the kingdom.
(Tenor D3 – A4) The Lord Chancellor’s right-hand man. Announces royal balls, banquets, and even the weather to the villagers.
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