"Christmas Carol" Show Looking for Non-Equity Performers
The company is holding auditions for production of "Christmas Carol" and looking for performers, please see the details below. About the project: An adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas novella. A Christmas Carol is the tale of a miserable and miserly man, Ebenezer Scrooge, learning to value people over riches with the help of spirits. This story takes a critical look at the responsibilities of those with wealth to those in need. Rate: This is a volunteer community theater production. Non-Equity. There is no pay. Additional info: RUN: December 9th – 23rd, 2023 Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. Special performances on Wednesday and Sunday nights may be added for private parties and special events. Callbacks: By Invitation Only. Date: Thursday, October 19th, 2023 Times: 7pm – 10pm REHEARSALS: First Read-Through: Saturday, October 21st from 12pm- 4pm Regular Rehearsal: Starting on Monday, Oct. 23rd: Mon-Thurs.: 7pm – 10pm Sat.: 9am – 12pm No Rehearsal on Nov 22nd and Thanksgiving. Open to working with conflicts except for tech dates and performances. Bring headshot, resume, and calendar of conflicts. Audition will consist of cold readings from the script. Sides will be provided at auditions. British accents required for all roles. Please download Rehearsal Schedule.
11 roles
A cold-hearted miser, whose fear of the world has manifested in a hatred for Christmas. (Role requires a British Accent.)
An optimistic, mild-mannered man who loves his family. (Role requires a British Accent.)
A strange, otherworldly spirit who shows Scrooge his past. Singing voice is a bonus. Will also play Jeeves, a Caroler, and Martha Cratchit. (Role requires a British Accent.)
Anexuberant spirit who is the embodiment of Christmas Day. Singing voice is a bonus. Will also play Thomas, a Caroler, and Mr. Fezziwig. (Role requires a British Accent.)
The ghost of Ebenezer Scrooge’s dead business partner. Will also play a Narrator, Old Joe, and the Poulterer. (Role requires a British Accent.)
Scrooge’s nephew and a joyful young man filled with Christmas cheer. Will also play Young Ebenezer and Broker 2. (Role requires a British Accent.)
A young woman with fierce convictions and the lost love of Ebenezer. Will also play Caroline, Catherine, and Broker 1. (Role requires a British Accent.)
A strong headed matriarch of her family. She is kind-hearted but not afraid to speak her truth. Will also play Mrs. Fezziwig, a Narrator, and Mrs. Oliver. (Role requires a British Accent.)
Fred’s outgoing and playful wife. Singing voice is a bonus. Will also play a Narrator, a Caroler, a party goer and Mrs. Dilber. (Role requires a British Accent.)
Ebenezer’s best friend when he was younger. Singing voice is a bonus. Will also play David, a Caroler, and a Narrator. (Role requires a British Accent.)
A friend of Janet and Fred. Will also play Howell, Belle’s husband, and a Narrator. (Role requires a British Accent.)
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