Professional Casting for "Merrily We Roll Along" Show
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Seeking talent for producton of "Merrily We Roll Along". Please, see the details below. About the play: Based on George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart’s 1934 play, Merrily We Roll Along follows the successful career of Broadway composer turned Hollywood producer Franklin Shepard. Throughout the course of the show, during which time regresses from 1976 to 1957, we learn how Frank accomplished this - with the help of his best friends Charley (who authors the books and lyrics) and Mary (who is a writer in her own right and is always around for support and guidance). The trio of friends are inspired to become big players in American musical theatre and vow to “change the world” after witnessing the Russian Sputnik satellite orbiting the earth on a cold October night. Over time Franklin learns the genuine cost of fame and fortune as he alienates his beloved friends and family along the way. He gives up his original dreams for ones with more financial and fewer emotional benefits, ultimately realizing that he has left himself with nothing of any value. Dry Cold is thrilled to present the Manitoba Premiere of Merrily We Roll Along to Winnipeg audiences - a spirited, poignant, and moving cautionary tale for anyone who has ever pursued a dream. Additional information: Principle Rehearsals begin April 26th, 2024. Full Cast Rehearsals begin April 29th, 2024. Performance Dates: May 22nd - May 26th, 2024. Actors will be asked to prepare character specific songs and sides from Merrily We Roll Along. Strong actor/singers & versatile, trained singers are encouraged to submit. An ability to move is an asset. Only Manitoba residents or those with Winnipeg ties can be considered. Equity members cast in this production will be engaged under a CAEA ITA contract. Equity members will be given priority. Submissions by Non-Equity members are welcome. Directors want to see you at your absolute best so familiarity with the material is strongly advised. That said, feel free to hold the sides as they absolutely do not need to be memorized. An Accompanist will be provided. Please, see the attached audition sides. If you're interested, please apply.
24 role s
Handsome, charismatic, and charming, he is a mover and shaker. This composer turned Hollywood-producer barrels forward, climbing the ladder of success - leaving those who love him behind in the dust. He exudes suave confidence but is deeply sad and flawed. Vocal Range: Tenor or Natural High Baritone. Range: A2 - Ab4. Male identifying.
Easily agitated and stubborn, he is passionate almost to a fault. Charley is a playwright more comfortable in his own artistic bubble than being out on the town doing the “business” of show business. He is constantly fighting for things to return to the way they were. Very principled and rarely budging, he can be quite a hothead. Vocal Range: Tenor or Natural High Baritone. Range: A#2 - G#4. Male identifying.
A successful novelist-turned-critic she is hopelessly in love with Frank. An excessive personality, this sardonic softie goes from a caring, optimistic friend to an embittered alcoholic. Vocal Range: Soprano with a strong mix – belt up to a Eb5 would be a plus but not a deal breaker. Range: G3 - Gb5. Female identifying.
Once a Midwestern hopeless romantic trying to make her way in NYC, she becomes the breadwinning wife of Frank who longs to settle down and live a “normal” life. She is quiet, sometime naïve, but strong. At the core of Beth is a set of strong, moral values that she holds on to very tightly – which is reflected in her unforgiving honesty. She is Frank’s champion. Vocal Range: Soprano with a strong mix (A3 - G5). Female identifying.
An unapologetically narcissistic Broadway star who absolutely thrives on attention. This “secretary turned star” is a climber - flamboyant to the point of insensitivity - empowered by her own ingenuity. She is massively talented and incredibly resourceful. She never changes herself, just the people around her. Gussie is ruled by her impulsive, insatiable, and often unattainable desires. Vocal Range: Mezzo with a strong Broadway belt (G3 - C5). Female identifying.
A big-talking producer whose business-smarts are unparalleled in the commercial theatre. He smokes cigars. His marriage to Gussie castrates him, and when she leaves him, it sucks him dry. He ends up pathetically begging for a handout from his ex-wife. Vocal Range: High Baritone Range: A2 - F#4. Male identifying.
Ensemble. Vocal Range: All voice types.
Ensemble. Vocal Range: All voice types. Ambitious TV personality.
Ensemble. Vocal Range: All voice types. Young starlet looking for success in LA.
Ensemble. Vocal Range: All voice types. Aspiring screenwriter.
Ensemble. Vocal Range: All voice types. Frank’s hot shot agent.
Ensemble. Vocal Range: All voice types. Frank’s Friend.
Ensemble. Vocal Range: All voice types. Frank’s Friend.
Ensemble. Vocal Range: All voice types. Frank’s Friend.
Ensemble. Vocal Range: All voice types. Frank’s Friend.
Ensemble. Vocal Range: All voice types.
Ensemble. Vocal Range: All voice types.
Ensemble. Vocal Range: All voice types.
Ensemble. Vocal Range: All voice types.
Ensemble. Vocal Range: All voice types.
Ensemble. Vocal Range: All voice types.
Ensemble. Vocal Range: All voice types.
Ensemble. Vocal Range: All voice types.
Ensemble. Vocal Range: All voice types.
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