Casting Call for "I am Jacques Dutronc" Musical
Auditions for "I am Jacques Dutronc" musical. In need of cast. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Please see the breakdown below. About the project: Jacques Dutronc is to the French speaking world what Frank Sinatra is to the English. An iconic French superstar of the 60s and beyond, his music, style, and good looks made him a larger-than-life character adored by generations of fans. In this musical fantasy/comedy based on his life and music, Dutronc becomes a time-traveling rock star when he must atone for his mistakes in order to get into heaven. A colorful cast of characters, including God, who is a female, help him along his journey, with the dialogue of the play in English and the performances of Dutronc’s musical hits entirely in French. I am Jacques Dutronc is a love letter to French music and culture, with a sci-fi twist and lots of comedy that audiences will love. Rate: This is a non-paid performing opportunity. Additional info: PRODUCTION DATES: April 14th – 22nd, 2023 Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. Sundays at 2 p.m. TECH WEEK: Monday April 10th - Thursday April 13th, 2023 Performers and some production volunteers MUST be available for all tech week rehearsals and all performances. There are no exceptions! PLEASE LIST ALL POTENTIAL DATE SCHEDULE CONFLICTS. Casting and staffing decisions and rehearsal schedules are based in part on this information. Rehearsals: There will be approximately 20 rehearsals for this production, plus tech week and performances. The exact rehearsal schedule is to be determined, but rehearsals are usually 2 weekday nights per week, from approximately 7 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. There is the possibility of some Sunday evening rehearsals and some weekend daytime rehearsals. The rehearsal schedule intensifies as opening night draws closer. Tech week rehearsals can run later into the evening. No experience is necessary. All roles are open. Headshots and resumes are encouraged but not required. This is a full, memorized Black Box Musical. There are singing and non-singing roles in this production. Most dialogue is in English, however certain roles will require the performer to learn and perform songs in French. Several roles require an authentic French accent. When applying, please include your information.
39 roles
Able to portray mid to late 40s/Baritone. Present Day Jacques is an iconic French music & film star in the twilight of his music career but in the prime of his blossoming acting career. He is a cool, cigar smoking, whisky drinking cat with a heart of gold, but a bit of a short fuse. He has a swagger and confidence about him. Speaks English with a French accent. This is a lead role with mostly dialogue in English, however, must learn & sing two songs in French in the show.
Baritone/Tenor. Young Jacques is an iconic French music and film star in the early days through the heydey of his music career. Handsome. This is a lead role mostly featured in vignettes/flashbacks where many of Dutronc’s hits are performed in French with a live band. He does have some dialogue in English with a French accent. Must be a strong vocalist with a star quality presence. Must be able to learn and perform multiple songs in French. Ability to play guitar is a plus but not mandatory.
This is English speaking, non-singing role. Director Goldberg is in charge of admissions for the English speaking section of Heaven. While written as a female, this role can be changed to a male or any gender identity. What matters most is that this character is an over-the-top, high energy, stressed out, seen-it-all, talkative, sometimes overbearing, sometimes insecure & sometimes too sure of herself/himself person. Role carries a lot of the comedy in the play & speaks with a Brooklyn accent.
Baritone. Must be a strong, stylish vocalist with star appeal. While not mandatory, ideally this performer would be a strong lead guitarist with jazz improvisation/solo skills. This role is considered a supporting role because Thomas performs two solo songs in French with minimal dialogue in English with a French accent. This role will likely double as one of Jacques Dutronc’s band members/backup singers and other roles, so additional background performances in French may be required.
Mezzo-Soprano. Young Francoise is an iconic French music superstar in the early days of her massive popularity. Must be a strong, stylish vocalist with star appeal and a jaw dropping presence. Mostly featured in vignettes/flashbacks where several of her hits are performed in French with a live band. She does have some dialogue in English with a French accent. Must be a strong vocalist with a star quality presence. Must be able to learn and perform multiple songs in French.
The receptionist is a clunky, nerdy, but clever upstart who keeps the gears moving in the reception area of the English speaking section of Heaven. This role is written as female but could be male. She is a melting pot of characters like Carol Burnett’s Mrs. Wiggins, Allyce Beasley’s Agnes (Moonlighting). Will double as a French groupie and for the brief appearances of Joan Baez and Gloria Gaynor. Some singing. Any vocal range could work. Must have excellent comedic timing and style.
God is that super cool aunt that everyone wishes they had, but she is also the real deal, seeing and knowing all. Having seen and known it all, she has a real laid back way of approaching things and presents a very calming and loving demeanor, unless another approach is called for. You get the feeling that she smoked a lot of weed in the 60s, and is one with the universe. Will double for the brief appearance of Mama Cass, Patsy Cline, and Janis Joplin. Some singing. Any vocal range could work.
Directeur Clemenceau is the Director of the French speaking section of Heaven. He is a frenetic man in a dark suit and bowler hat, and likes to carry (and gesture with) a long black umbrella. He can move in an overly formal way. Will double as Meatloaf, Ozzy Osbourne, Elton John and a member of One Direction for their brief appearances. Speaks with a thick (but understandable) French accent. Some singing. Any vocal range could work.
Mezzo-Soprano. We meet older Francoise near the end of the play, shortly after her time on earth ends. She is still beautiful and elegant, and is joyful to reunite with Jacques in Heaven. She performs a duet with Jacques, in French, at the climax of the play.
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
4-6 ensemble members will double in multiple roles (these may change/vary depending on who is cast).
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