Searching for Males and Females for "White Christmas"
Searching for performers for "White Christmas". Please see the details below. About the project: Following World War II, veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis developed their combat entertainment routine into a successful song and dance act. With romance on their minds as the holidays approach, they follow a beautiful pair of singing sisters en route to their Christmas show booking at a Vermont lodge . . . which just happens to be owned by Bob and Phil’s former army commander. Featuring well-known standards including “Blue Skies,” “I Love A Piano,” “How Deep Is the Ocean,” "Sisters," and the enduring favorite title song, White Christmas is an uplifting and nostalgic musical celebration that will delight audiences of all ages. Additional info: Callbacks: Wed., September 27th, 7 PM Campus Theatre SINGING: Please prepare a verse/chorus of a song from the show (or in the style of the show) that best shows off your range. (Standards by Irving Berlin, George and Ira Gershwin, or anything in the Great American Songbook for example) An accompanist will be provided, but you must provide your own sheet music (unless you are singing from the show). DANCE / MOVEMENT: Dance combinations will be taught. Please be prepared for movement by bringing jazz, character, or tennis shoes and wearing comfortable clothes. A hard-soled, closed-toe shoe will be acceptable. CONFLICTS: Please bring personal calendars and be prepared to list all conflicts (when you will be out of town or otherwise engaged) beginning with Monday, October 2 – Sunday, December 17, 2023 (Mondays-Sundays). Conflicts must be noted at the audition and will influence casting. See the attachment for info and audition form. If interested, please apply.
13 roles
Lead. A major singing star. The guiding force behind the song and dance team of Wallace and Davis. Despite his occasional gruffness, he is a deeply kind and principled man who is searching for his true love. Crooning Bari-tenor with superior vocal quality. Range from C3 – A4.
Lead. The fun-loving, go-getting, song and dance partner of the team of Wallace and Davis. An irrepressible clown, operator, and incorrigible ladies’ man who is determined to see his friend happy, even if it requires some scheming. He has a boyish charm. Warm and energetic seasoned baritone with a range from A2 – F4.
Lead. The sensible, responsible half of the upcoming song and dance team, The Haynes Sisters. A woman of decent, upstanding principles. She is devoted to her younger sister. Like Bob, she hides her yearning for true love under a protective shell. Rich Mezzo-Soprano with a range from A3 – F5. Vocally flexible, rich chest mix with soprano extension.
Lead. The younger, more ambitious, slightly scheming Haynes sister. While wholesome and adorable, she is sexy and flirty- a winning charmer whom no man can resist. Strong singer with good belting ability with a range from G3 – E5.
Supporting. Spoken. A retired U.S. Army General, adjusting to returning to civilian life in post-World War II America. He is a man of great principle and dignity. Beneath his curmudgeonly military exterior lies a warm, compassionate man in need of family and love. NonSinging role.
Supporting Role. Once a Broadway star, now the General’s housekeeper at the Inn, Martha has a very dry, wry, wisecracking sense of humor. Bighearted but completely unsentimental, she runs the General’s life despite his protestations. She is an irresistible meddler, but always for what she believes to be the other guy’s best interests. Alto with a range from G3 – D5
Supporting. Army buddy of Bob and Phil’s now a major television executive with the Ed Sullivan Show. Fast-talking, New York professional. Male supporting. Tenor, Baritone, Bass Rita and Rhoda– (mid 20’s to early 30’s) Bob and Phil’s two-star chorus girls, they are brash, sexy, and fun, although perhaps not the smartest. Female featured. Soprano, Mezzo-Soprano, Alto
The ultimate taciturn New Englander, who helps out at the inn and takes life at a very slow pace.
Bob and Phil’s stage manager. Has a tendency to be overly dramatic and completely hysterical but will get things done. Never seen without his whistle and clipboard, which he uses to attempt to keep order.
ENSEMBLE. They sing and dance throughout the entire show. Looking for energetic singers who move well. Dancers who can sing. Trained dancers in ballet and jazz. Featured roles and solos will come from the ensemble.
ENSEMBLE. They sing and dance throughout the entire show. Looking for energetic singers who move well. Dancers who can sing. Trained dancers in ballet and jazz. Featured roles and solos will come from the ensemble.
ENSEMBLE. They sing and dance throughout the entire show. Looking for energetic singers who move well. Dancers who can sing. Trained dancers in ballet and jazz. Featured roles and solos will come from the ensemble.
ENSEMBLE. They sing and dance throughout the entire show. Looking for energetic singers who move well. Dancers who can sing. Trained dancers in ballet and jazz. Featured roles and solos will come from the ensemble.
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