Casting Professionals for the "Dreamgirls" Theatre Play

Atlanta, GA, United States

ID: 215914Exp: 2/23/2023

$500/week

Theater

Description:

Seeking male and female performers for the "Dreamgirls" show. Please see more details listed below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Rate: $350.00 – $500.00 per week Additional info: 32 bars of an R&B, Soul, Gospel, or Pop song that best showcases your vocal abilities. It is not required that you sing a song from Dreamgirls for your first audition. You should bring sheet music (32 bars to show your range and ability) or an accompaniment track. Bring/wear clothes/shoes you can dance in. (ladies please wear character shoes). You may be asked to read a selection from the script. DURATION: May 22, 2023 - Jul 2, 2023 Production of Dreamgirls will run from June 15th - July 2nd in Atlanta, GA. If you are interested, please apply.

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27 roles

DEENA JONESFemale20-39 y.o.African-American

Initially modest and svelte backup singer for The Dreamettes, turned lead singer of The Dreams. An endearing ingenue with regality, grace, and quiet confidence. Her humble beginnings make her an unsuspected underdog. As the lead singer, she is magnetic, effortless, and effervescent. Replaces her best friend, Effie under pressure. Embodies both innocence and star power.

EFFIE MELODYFemale20-39 y.o.African-American

Lead Singer of The Dreamettes. A powerhouse and a soaring singer with undeniable talent. The true underdog. A vibrant, confident, and outspoken young woman who wears her heart of gold on her sleeve. Becomes overcome with anger, jealousy, and paranoia when Curtis betrays her trust. Her journey from snappy confidence to depths of betrayal ultimately ends in triumph.

LORRELL ROBINSONFemale20-39 y.o.African-American

The group's youngest member. Bubbly, energetic, youthful, and pragmatic. Eager for success, she's swept off her feet by the married James Thunder Early. Speaks her mind. A high-energy, quirky, hopeless romantic. Has a keen sense of humor and comedic skill.

C.C. WHITEMale20-29 y.o.African-American

Effie's songwriting younger brother. Idealistic, loyal, endearing, and soft-spoken. While initially inspired by Curtis's business savvy, his efforts to do the right thing are ultimately eclipsed by Curtis' controlling vision. Goes through the journey of losing and regaining himself.

MICHELLE MORRISFemale20-39 y.o.African-American

Replacement for Effie. A Dynamic singer/performer that better fits into Curtis' aesthetic for The Dreams. Headstrong and sure of her place. Falls in love with C.C. and facilitates the reunion of him and his sister, Effie.

JAMES THUNDER EARLYMale30-49 y.o.African-American

Self-proclaimed King of Soul. A chart-topping and dynamic performer. A sexy, high-energy star full of flash, charisma, and pizazz. Once a trendsetter, the newer trends threaten to pass him by. A deeply troubled showman of the era, who lets loose in every aspect of his life.

CURTIS TAYLOR JRMale20-49 y.o.African-American

Former Cadillac dealer turned entertainment manager, turned music mogul. Charming, funny, handsome, smooth, and seductive but ruthless in the pursuit of his dreams. He is motivated by his hunger for mainstream success, an appreciation for crossover music, and keen business mind. Takes over the management of Jimmy Early's career and oversees the rise to stardom of The Dreams. Initially warm and approachable, he becomes hardened by wealth, power, and control.

MARTYMale40-69 y.o.African-American

NON-SINGING. Street savvy, long-time manager of Jimmy's career, and the one to clean up after his mistakes. Represents an earlier age of black entertainment; honest and loyal, never overstepping his bounds. At odds with Curtis and his ideas and schemes. Later oversees Effie's comeback.

DAVEMale20-39 y.o.White / Caucasian

Cadillac Car soloist. Lead singer of Dave and The Sweethearts. “All American” pop singer of the 1960s. Covers Jimmy Early and the Dreamettes’ ‘Cadillac Car’ and steals their thunder.

Tiny Joe DixonMale18-56 y.o.African-American