Singers Sought for Production of "Next to Normal"
The company is holding auditions for "Next to Normal" Play and looking for performers, please see the details below. Rate: All roles are non-union, non-paying Additional info: Audition in person onsite, on the listed date and time (NO VIDEO AUDITIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED) Prepare a 16–32 bar cut of a song in the style of the show (you MAY sing a song from Next to Normal) Bring a printed copy of your song’s sheet music with start and stop points clearly marked (an accompanist will be provided, no acapella or pre-recorded tracks are permitted) Some individuals may be asked to cold read sides from the show Bring an UP TO DATE headshot (the photo will not be returned) Bring your theatrical resume A list of any conflicts with the rehearsal schedule (see below). Please be aware, due to the high demands of this show, conflicts may not be accepted. Rehearsals will begin with an in-person table read at 6:30 p.m. on January 29th, 2024. Note: specific character call dates will be provided after the show has been cast. Not all rolls will be called to every rehearsal. Performance Dates: April 19th, 20th, 21st, 26th, 27th, 28th; May 3rd, 4th, 5th, 2024 (Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m., Sundays at 2:00 p.m.)
4 roles
Mother to Gabe and Natalie, wife to Dan. Often appears delusional and depressed to other’s. She is determined to make her family perfect but is tortured by a traumatic event. She struggles to complete seemingly simple day-to-day tasks. Vocal range top: F#5 | Vocal range bottom: G3
Diana & Dan’s son. Dashing, athletic, and bright. He is a playful man and seemingly perfect. He often provokes his mother. Vocal range top: C5 | Vocal range bottom: B2
Father to Gabe and Natalie, Diana’s husband. He is extremely genuine. Though a constant in Diana’s tumultuous life, he has grown tired and weary of her antics and often feels caught. Vocal range top: B4 | Vocal range bottom: Ab2
Diana’s psychiatrist. Quite assured in his practice and considered somewhat of a rock star. Note: The individual cast as Dr. Madden will also double as Diana’s Psychopharmacologist, Dr. Fine. This individual will also play other various voices, doctors, nurses, etc. in conjunction with the rest of the cast when called for. Vocal range top: A4 | Vocal range bottom: A2
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