The Musical "Frankenstein" Looking for Performers
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Seeking performers for the Musical "Frankenstein". Please, see the details below. About the project: SYNOPSIS: With earnest ballads and soaring ensemble numbers, this compelling musical brings the suspense and romance of the classic tale to life in a uniquely faithful, yet thoroughly innovative adaptation of Mary Shelley's original novel. In his quest to discover the secret of life, Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant young scientist, creates a human of his own design that turns out to instead be a horrifying beast. This is no "Hollywood monster," but a flesh-and-blood man who, while terrifying in appearance, grows to become articulate, cunning, and thirsting for revenge upon the creator who abandoned him. A tragic love story and exploration of humanity, Frankenstein: The Musical breathes new life into the world-renowned story of man and creator pitted against one another in epic battle. Additional info: Please see the attachment for more details. If interested, please apply.
11 roles
Baritone-Tenor. A brilliant, young scientist. He is able to bring life back to the dead.
Non-singing role, usually part of the ensemble. Acts as the narrator. .
Bass/Baritone with Tenor capabilities. The subject of Victor’s grand experiment. Intense, strong, but also soft and fragile at times. Must be able to project a strong range of vocals and emotions.
Soprano. Victors love. Becomes Finance and wife through the show. Lyrical with belt. Moves the story along outside of the Creature/Victor dynamic. Shows more of the home life Victor is giving up to pursue his dreams
Tenor. Victor’s lifelong friend. He sees his duty is to protect Victor from himself. As a priest, he loves everyone and wants only good for the Frankenstein family and his best friend.
Operatic Bass/Baritone. Father to Victor and William. His transition is perhaps one of the strongest and saddest in the show, going from a man of such strength to a more defeated man as he loses his family throughout the show.
ANY VOICE TYPE. Dies shortly in Act 1. Usually part of the ensemble/soloist. Very sweet voice and an nurturing demeanor.
Range is flexible. Governance to William, she loves the family as if it were her own. Must have a strong range of emotional display because her end is perhaps the most tragic/horrifying in the show.
A poor cottager. Part of ensemble as well. Range and age is flexible.
Range is flexible. The blind man’s daughter. Mother of a baby she holds close. Part of ensemble as well. Range and age is flexible.
The power behind this show. Drives everything forward and makes this story all the more haunting. Vocal strength and choir skill is recommended. Facial expressions very important as well. Most will have solo lines as this is a vocal heavy show.
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