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Male/Female Cast Needed For 59th Season Shows

New York, NY, United States
ID: 245895Exp: 9/26/2023
$480/week
Description:

In person auditions for the remainder of 59th Season. Looking for performers. See the details below. About the project: Shows include THE WIZARD OF OZ, FEARLESS: THE HARRY T. MOORE STORY, BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL, MAY WE ALL, CABARET, AND THE MOUNTAINTOP. Rate: $300.00 – $480.00 per week. All actors will be paid. Travel to and from Playhouse will be paid by Playhouse. Single room housing with shared common areas provided to each actor, along with access to a shared company car if actor has a valid US drivers license. Additional info: Start and finish dates for each contract depends upon casting for each show. Casting actors for specific shows not the remainder of the season. Seeking all roles to create a diverse cast. Playhouse can/does hire up to 2 Equity actors per show, but all NON-UNION will be seen and considered. WHAT TO PREPARE: Please attend the live audition with resume and headshot along with a 32-bar cut of your best song. Everyone must sing to be considered. There will be a dance/movement call along with callbacks each afternoon of the audition. Duration: October 8, 2023 - May 12, 2024. Please see the attachment. If you are interested, please apply.

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67 roles

DOROTHY GALEBoth genders18-25 y.o.All ethnicities

Female presenting, (Mezzo/Mix) Young Kansas girl, earnest, expressive, and strong-willed, in search of something more. Very strong singer who moves well. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"

HUNK/SCARECROWBoth genders25-45 y.o.All ethnicities

Male presenting, (Baritone) Plucky and clever in a pinch, even while lacking a brain. Strong actor with an honest quality. Excellent dancer – acrobatic skills a bonus. Strong baritone to F. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"

HICKORY / TIN MANBoth genders25-45 y.o.All ethnicities

Male presenting, (Baritone/Tenor) Desperate for a heart. A kind-hearted romantic. Singing and dance required. Strong baritone / tenor to G. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"

ZEKE / COWARDLY LIONBoth genders25-45 y.o.All ethnicities

Male presenting, (Baritone) A mix of bravado and cowardice. Should move well. Cuddly actor with excellent comic timing. Vocal range: Strong baritone to F. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"

ALMIRA GULTCH/WICKED WITCH OF THE WESTBoth genders25-60 y.o.All ethnicities

(Open to be done in Drag). Character villain with an over-the-top stage presence. Excellent comic actress, has a killer cackle. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"

AUNT EM / GLINDABoth genders25-45 y.o.All ethnicities

Female presenting. (Soprano) Aunt Em is demanding, but loves her niece. Non-singing. Glinda is the Good Witch of the North. Benevolent and beloved. Strong singer. Poppy and Bubblegum. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"

UNCLE HENRY / EMERALD CITY GUARDBoth genders40-60 y.o.All ethnicities

Male presenting. Dorothy’s pleasant uncle. Non-singing. (Baritone) Flamboyant and Glitzy. Strong comic actor, big presence. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"

WinkiesBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"

Flying MonkeysBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"

OziansBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"

JitterbugsBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"

PoppiesBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"

HARRY T. MOOREBoth genders44-48 y.o.African-American

Male presenting, a 46 year old husband, son and educator. "FEARLESS: THE HARRY T. MOORE STORY"

HARRIETTE MOOREBoth genders46-50 y.o.African-American

Female presenting, a 48 year old wife, mother and educator. "FEARLESS: THE HARRY T. MOORE STORY"

ANNIE ROSALEA MOORE (PEACHES)Both genders21-25 y.o.African-American

Female presenting, the 23 year old daughter of the Moores. "FEARLESS: THE HARRY T. MOORE STORY"

ROSA MOOREBoth genders60-70 y.o.African-American

Female presenting, a 60+ year old senior citizen and mother of Harry T. Moore. "FEARLESS: THE HARRY T. MOORE STORY"

CAROLE KINGBoth genders25-35 y.o.White / Caucasian

Female Presenting Character, Voice Part: Mezzo Soprano (F3 -F5). An ordinary girl from Brooklyn. An American songwriter/performer, Carole has been active from the 1960’s and regarded as the most successful female songwriter of the latter half of the 20th century. Throughout the show we see her transform from a shy teenager into the confident woman. Some piano skills are preferred. Non-dancing role. "BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL"

GERRY COFFINBoth genders25-40 y.o.White / Caucasian

Male Presenting Character, Voice Part: Tenor (C3-G4). Carole King’s first husband and song writing partner, writing lyrics to many of her early hits, such as “Some Kind of Wonderful,” “Take Good Care of My Baby,” and many others. Gerry proposes after Carole reveals she is pregnant with his baby. Strong singer. Non-dancing role. "BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL"

CYNTHIA WEILBoth genders25-40 y.o.White / Caucasian

Female Presenting Character, Voice Part: Mezzo Soprano (F3-E5). A lyricist working at the Brill Building, she and her song writing partner Barry Mann form a friendly rivalry with Carole and Gerry. She becomes one of Carole’s best friends and closest confidants and forms a flirtatious relationship with Barry though she is hesitant to start it, knowing how he is with other women in the past. Strong singing/acting role. Some movement skills required. "BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL"

BARRY MANNBoth genders25-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Male Presenting Character, Voice Part: Tenor (C3-A4). A song writer working at the Brill building. Barry is full of energy, a bit of a flirt, and confident. He falls quickly in love with his lyricist Cynthia Weil and spends some time convincing her to marry him, while trying not to die from his anxiety and hypochondria. Strong singer and good comedic timing. Some piano/guitar skills are preferred, but not essential. Some movement skills required. "BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL"

DONNIE KIRSHNERBoth genders40-60 y.o.White / Caucasian

Male Presenting Character, Voice Part: Bass/Baritone (A2-C4). A successful record producer & music publisher working at the Brill Building. He originally hires Carole, Gerry & Cynthia and helps foster the friendly rivalry between the teams of Goffin/King and Mann/Weil. He’s stone-faced, to-the-point, maybe a little gruff, but a softy at heart who cares about his writers. Mostly non-singing but will be required to sing in ensemble numbers. Non-dancing role. "BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL"

GENIE KLEINBoth genders40-60 y.o.White / Caucasian

Female Presenting Character. Carole’s mother. A stereotypical mid-century mother who is brash and un-hip at points, but always steps up to the plate for her daughter. We mostly see the tough love parts of her, but eventually see the softer side when Carole is in need of her tender side. Some singing in larger ensemble numbers. Non-dancing role. "BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL"

JANELLE WOODS/SHIRELLE/ENSEMBLEBoth genders20-40 y.o.African-American

Female Presenting Character, Voice Part: Alto. A pop singer, notably performing the hit “One Fine Day.” An artist whom Carole and Gerry write music for. Janelle becomes a focus of Gerry’s extramarital affairs. Strong movement skills preferred. Will double in ensemble roles throughout the show. "BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL"

LITTLE EVA/SHIRELLE/ENSEMBLEBoth genders18-30 y.o.African-American

Female Presenting Character, Voice Part: Alto w/ High Extension. A pop singer who begins working as a babysitter/nanny for Carole and Gerry’s daughter. When Carole and Gerry struggle to find the right person to perform Carole’s latest tune “Locomotion,” they realize Little Eva is the perfect fit. Has charm, charisma and strong movement and vocal ability. Will double in ensemble roles throughout the show. "BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL"

LUCILLE/SHIRELLE/ENSEMBLEBoth genders20-40 y.o.African-American Latino / Hispanic Other Asian Middle Eastern Native American Pacific Islander Indian/South Asian

Female Presenting Character, Voice Part: Alto w/ High Extension, Any Non-White Ethnicity. Donnie’s secretary. Mostly spoken role. Will double in ensemble roles throughout the show and will include dancing in ensemble numbers. "BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL"

“UPTOWN” SOLOIST/SHIRELLE/ENSEMBLEBoth genders20-40 y.o.African-American

Female Presenting Character, Voice Part: Alto w/ High Extension. Active member of the ensemble but has a featured moment singing the song “Uptown.” Non speaking role. Movement will be required. "BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL"

MARILYN WALD/ENSEMBLEBoth genders20-40 y.o.White / Caucasian

Female Presenting Character, Voice Part: Alto. A pop singer, notably performing “Pleasant Valley Sunday.” Will double in ensemble roles throughout the show and will include dancing in ensemble numbers. "BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL"

BETTY/ENSEMBLEBoth genders20-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Female Presenting Character, Voice Part: Alto. Carole’s childhood best friend and confidant. Mostly spoken role. Will double in ensemble roles throughout the show and will include movement in ensemble numbers. "BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL"

NEIL SEDAKA/LOU ADLER/RIGHTEOUS BROTHER/ENSEMBLEBoth genders35-60 y.o.White / Caucasian

Male Presenting Character, Voice Part: Bari-Tenor. Influential record producer and executive in the sixties. Non-dancing role, but will require singing and some movement in ensemble numbers. "BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL"

NICK/RIGHTEOUS BROTHER/ENSEMBLEBoth genders20-40 y.o.White / Caucasian

Male Presenting Character, Voice Part: Bari-Tenor. New York based session musician. Responsible for getting Carole to come out of her “woman behind the curtain” shell and perform her music as herself. There’s a connection with Carole, but she is wary of getting involved. Non-dancing role, but will require singing and some movement in ensemble numbers. "BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL"

BOBBY VEE/ENSEMBLEBoth genders20-40 y.o.White / Caucasian

Male Present Character, Voice Part: Tenor. An American singer who was a teen idol in the early 1960s and also appeared in films. Will require some movement. "BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL"

THE DRIFTERS/ENSEMBLEBoth genders20-40 y.o.African-American

Male Presenting Characters, Voice Part: All ranges will be considered to make up this group of artists. Looking specifically for 1-2 strong tenors. The Drifters are a 4-piece all male pop/R&B group of the time (i.e The Temptations/Commodores). Strong ability to blend/harmonize tightly and strong movement required. Will double in ensemble roles throughout the show. "BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL"

SHIRELLE/ENSEMBLEBoth genders20-40 y.o.African-American

Female Presenting Character, Voice Part: Alto w/ High Extension. Mostly spoken role. Will double in ensemble roles throughout the show and will include dancing in ensemble numbers. "BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL"

JennaBoth genders20-25 y.o.All ethnicities

Female Presenting Character, Country mezzo-soprano; Aspiring country singer. The girl who is going to be famous. Harmony’s favorite daughter. She’s the person everyone wants to be around—fun, loving, charming, but sometimes blinkered and afraid of disappointing all the people who’ve believed in her since she was a child. F#3-E5 "MAY WE ALL"

LizBoth genders20-25 y.o.All ethnicities

Female Presenting Character, Earthy mezzo/alto, a little rasp is good. Jenna’s best friend from childhood and Joe’s girlfriend. Strong, no-nonsense, sharp-tongued. Fully equipped with military-grade emotional defenses, which mask the pain she struggles with over her older brother Danny’s death at the beginning of her senior year of high school. G#3-D5 "MAY WE ALL"

Ru AnnBoth genders40-50 y.o.All ethnicities

Female Presenting Character, Flexible vocal range. A Harmony lifer, a jack-of-all-trades boss lady. Knows everyone and everyone knows her. Big-hearted and opinionated. If there’s gossip, she’s the first to know, and if you’re standing nearby you’re the second. A3-G5 "MAY WE ALL"

AngieBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Female Presenting Character, A townsperson who is down on her luck, but excited to schedule her interview to work at Neighbor’s Square. A bit catty and loves to gossip about the ongoings in town. F#3-D5 "MAY WE ALL"

JoeBoth genders20-25 y.o.All ethnicities

Male Presenting Character, Country tenor, top G. Liz’s boyfriend, Dustin’s best friend. Goofy, amiable, loves a good time; everyone agrees he basically peaked in high school. As loyal as a golden retriever and very nearly as smart. E2-B4 "MAY WE ALL"

StanBoth genders20-30 y.o.All ethnicities

Male Presenting Character, A townsperson. Very confident in his singing ability. A bit of a legend in his own mind, but in a lovable way. B2-C#5 "MAY WE ALL"

HarleyBoth genders40-50 y.o.All ethnicities

Male Presenting Character, Country baritone, top E. Jenna and Kylie’s father and Crystal’s husband, fiscally imprudent and largely unemployed. A boisterously loving husband and father. Legendary embarrasser of daughters and dispenser of dad jokes. Chronically filter-free. C3-Ab4 "MAY WE ALL"

CrystalBoth genders40-50 y.o.All ethnicities

Female Presenting Character, Country mezzo-soprano, top C. Jenna and Kylie’s mother, Harley’s wife, Rosemary’s daughter, kitchen dancer, Zumba enthusiast. Bright and exuberant, defiantly optimistic, a stay-at-home mom who loves her family and would do anything for Jenna even if it conflicts with common sense. G3-D5 "MAY WE ALL"

DustinBoth genders20-25 y.o.All ethnicities

Male Presenting Character, Country baritone or bari-tenor, top E. Jenna’s ex- boyfriend from high school, Joe’s best friend, son of the Mayor. Driven, solid, one of the good guys. Smart and diligent. He stayed in Harmony to run his mom’s hardware store because he thinks the town’s special and he’s now eager to prove that was the right call. Carries a torch for Jenna and doesn’t hide it well. B2-G4 "MAY WE ALL"

MayorBoth genders40-50 y.o.All ethnicities

Dustin’s mother/father. Proud of their son and of this town. Fiercely dedicated to pulling Harmony out of its economic doldrums, but not necessarily the most innovative thinker. G2-C#4

KylieBoth genders18-22 y.o.All ethnicities

Female Presenting Character, Country mezzo-soprano. Jenna’s younger sister. Highly intelligent, a little socially awkward, doesn’t necessarily fit into the Harmony milieu. She’s always lived in Jenna’s shadow, where she has only recently begun to chafe. F#3-C#5

TammyBoth genders40-50 y.o.All ethnicities

Female Presenting Character, A townsperson. Owns the bakery, makes the best cobbler. A3-C#5

WilburBoth genders20-30 y.o.All ethnicities

Male Presenting Character, A townsperson. Not very bright with a heart of gold. Earnest, funny, and usually a step or two behind. B2-F#4

RubyBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Female Presenting Character, A Townsperson. A realist who tells it like it is. The town peacemaker. A3-D5

BaileyBoth genders40-70 y.o.All ethnicities

Female Presenting Character, Country mezzo-soprano or alto. A country singing legend. Think Reba McEntire or Faith Hill. Enthusiastic, smart superstar who knows talent when she sees it and tells it like it is. (For Nashville, this character was played by rotating guest artists of all ages and genders). G3-F5

Master of Ceremonies (Emcee)Both genders25-50 y.o.All ethnicities

Host at the Kit Kat Club– a gender-nonconforming-presenting, exuberant figure; comfortable with being close to the audience; dark, comedic, sinister, vulgar…yet lovable; requires a strong presence that is playful and mysterious. Must act, sing (some in German), move well, and be comfortable with bawdy/suggestive staging/choreography. C3-C#5 "CABARET"

Sally BowlesBoth genders20-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Female Presenting Character, A British cabaret singer at the Kit Kat Club. Quirky and flighty. Struggles with knowing the darkness of the reality of her life and has woeful luck in her relationships with men. Must act, sing, and dance well; comfortable with moments of intimacy and bawdy/ suggestive staging/ choreography. A3-C5 "CABARET"

Clifford (Cliff) BradshawBoth genders25-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Male Presenting Character, An American novelist and English teacher traveling to Berlin. Through his journey he explores the many facets and complexities of his sexuality, politics, and artistic goals.) Must act and sing well, comfortable with stage movement, light dance, and moments of intimacy. A2-E4 "CABARET"

Fräulein SchneiderBoth genders46-59 y.o.All ethnicities

Female Presenting Character, A landlady who rents rooms to Cliff, Sally, and several other characters in her large flat. She is alone and is resigned to her place in life, but secretly longs for companionship. She is very critical of some people while looking the other way with others; comfortable with stage movement and light dance (waltz). Must act and sing well; comfortable with moments of intimacy. D3-Ab4 "CABARET"

Herr SchultzBoth genders46-59 y.o.All ethnicities

Male Presenting Character, A Jewish fruit shop owner who falls in love with Fraulein Schneider; sweet, lovable, and adoring; heartbreakingly naïve about the political turmoil in Germany. Must act and sing well; comfortable with stage movement, light dance (waltz), and moments of intimacy. G2-F4 "CABARET"

Fräulein Kost (Doubles as Kit Kat “Girl”)Both genders30-49 y.o.All ethnicities

Female Presenting Character, A prostitute who rents in Fraulein Schneider’s boarding house; larger than life personality, quick witted and sharp tongued; should be comfortable exhibiting a strong sexual and commanding nature; must act and move well and sing in German. Ab3-F5 "CABARET"

Ernst LudwigBoth genders20-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Male Presenting Character, A friendly and likable German, takes English lessons from Cliff, and smuggles funds for the Nazi party; comfortable with stage movement and light dance (waltz); and sing in German. "CABARET"

RosieBoth genders18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Kit Kat Dancers: These performers are often in salacious situations & costumes. They are an eclectic mix of types and aren’t necessarily a matching unit. It is very important they act, sing, dance/move well and with confidence. They will be part of various scenes in and out of the Club; should be comfortable interacting with the audience and comfortable with bawdy/suggestive staging/choreography; also sing in German; one doubles as Fräulein Kost, one as Gorilla, and one as Chanteuse. "CABARET"

LuluBoth genders18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Kit Kat Dancers: These performers are often in salacious situations & costumes. They are an eclectic mix of types and aren’t necessarily a matching unit. It is very important they act, sing, dance/move well and with confidence. They will be part of various scenes in and out of the Club; should be comfortable interacting with the audience and comfortable with bawdy/suggestive staging/choreography; also sing in German; one doubles as Fräulein Kost, one as Gorilla, and one as Chanteuse. "CABARET"

FrenchieBoth genders18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Kit Kat Dancers: These performers are often in salacious situations & costumes. They are an eclectic mix of types and aren’t necessarily a matching unit. It is very important they act, sing, dance/move well and with confidence. They will be part of various scenes in and out of the Club; should be comfortable interacting with the audience and comfortable with bawdy/suggestive staging/choreography; also sing in German; one doubles as Fräulein Kost, one as Gorilla, and one as Chanteuse. "CABARET"

TexasBoth genders18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Kit Kat Dancers: These performers are often in salacious situations & costumes. They are an eclectic mix of types and aren’t necessarily a matching unit. It is very important they act, sing, dance/move well and with confidence. They will be part of various scenes in and out of the Club; should be comfortable interacting with the audience and comfortable with bawdy/suggestive staging/choreography; also sing in German; one doubles as Fräulein Kost, one as Gorilla, and one as Chanteuse. "CABARET"

FritzieBoth genders18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Kit Kat Dancers: These performers are often in salacious situations & costumes. They are an eclectic mix of types and aren’t necessarily a matching unit. It is very important they act, sing, dance/move well and with confidence. They will be part of various scenes in and out of the Club; should be comfortable interacting with the audience and comfortable with bawdy/suggestive staging/choreography; also sing in German; one doubles as Fräulein Kost, one as Gorilla, and one as Chanteuse. "CABARET"

HelgaBoth genders18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Kit Kat Dancers: These performers are often in salacious situations & costumes. They are an eclectic mix of types and aren’t necessarily a matching unit. It is very important they act, sing, dance/move well and with confidence. They will be part of various scenes in and out of the Club; should be comfortable interacting with the audience and comfortable with bawdy/suggestive staging/choreography; also sing in German; one doubles as Fräulein Kost, one as Gorilla, and one as Chanteuse. "CABARET"

BobbyBoth genders18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Kit Kat Dancers: These performers are often in salacious situations & costumes. They are an eclectic mix of types and aren’t necessarily a matching unit. It is very important they act, sing, dance/move well and with confidence. They will be part of various scenes in and out of the Club; should be comfortable interacting with the audience and comfortable with bawdy/suggestive staging/choreography; also sing in German; one doubles as Fräulein Kost, one as Gorilla, and one as Chanteuse. "CABARET"

VictorBoth genders18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Kit Kat Dancers: These performers are often in salacious situations & costumes. They are an eclectic mix of types and aren’t necessarily a matching unit. It is very important they act, sing, dance/move well and with confidence. They will be part of various scenes in and out of the Club; should be comfortable interacting with the audience and comfortable with bawdy/suggestive staging/choreography; also sing in German; one doubles as Fräulein Kost, one as Gorilla, and one as Chanteuse. "CABARET"

Hans (Doubles as Rudy, a Sailor)Both genders18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Kit Kat Dancers: These performers are often in salacious situations & costumes. They are an eclectic mix of types and aren’t necessarily a matching unit. It is very important they act, sing, dance/move well and with confidence. They will be part of various scenes in and out of the Club; should be comfortable interacting with the audience and comfortable with bawdy/suggestive staging/choreography; also sing in German; one doubles as Fräulein Kost, one as Gorilla, and one as Chanteuse. "CABARET"

Herman (Doubles as Customs Official & Max)Both genders18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Kit Kat Dancers: These performers are often in salacious situations & costumes. They are an eclectic mix of types and aren’t necessarily a matching unit. It is very important they act, sing, dance/move well and with confidence. They will be part of various scenes in and out of the Club; should be comfortable interacting with the audience and comfortable with bawdy/suggestive staging/choreography; also sing in German; one doubles as Fräulein Kost, one as Gorilla, and one as Chanteuse. "CABARET"

Martin Luther KingBoth genders37-41 y.o.African-American

Male Presenting Character, MLK at the time was 39; Nobel peace prize-winning civil rights movement leader; awe-inspiring, charming, and powerful with a brooding intelligence and almost hidden vulnerability; he can sometimes present as older than his true age; while being a brilliant orator, impassioned preacher, and a fearless leader, he is more than the hero in our history books; brewing underneath is a human carrying all the vulnerability, fear, and weariness. "THE MOUNTAINTOP"

CamaeBoth genders18-30 y.o.African-American

Female Presenting Character, A young maid at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee; she is charming, confident, and MLK’s equal; snd although deeply human and vulnerable, there is much more to her than is first revealed; she owns the power of her convictions and sensuality, with an “otherworldly” strength; carries a secret. "THE MOUNTAINTOP"