The "Rocky Horror" Show Looking for Performers
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. The "Rocky Horror" show is currently in search of performers. Please, see the details below. About the show: A humorous tribute to the science fiction and horror B movies of the 1930s through to the early 1960s, the musical tells the story of a newly engaged couple getting caught in a storm and coming to the home of a mad transvestite scientist, Dr Frank-N-Furter, unveiling his new creation, Rocky, a sort of Frankenstein-style monster in the form of an artificially made, fully grown, physically perfect muscle man complete "with blond hair and a tan". Additional information: PERFORMANCES: May 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, and 24, 2024 at 8pm. May 12, 19 and 25, 2024 at 2pm. Additional performances may be added on May 11 (2pm), 15 (8pm), 18 (2pm) and/or 22(8pm). Extra shows being added will be confirmed by April 9th at the latest. Cast members must be available for ALL performances. Venue: Scarborough. PERFORMANCES: May 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, and 24, 2024 at 8pm. CALLBACKS: January 20, 2024 from 10am to 5pm. AUDITION/CALLBACK/REHEARSAL LOCATION: Scarborough, ON. Rehearsals will begin on Sunday, February 25 and continue: Sundays 12:00 to 6:00 pm. Mondays and Wednesdays 7:00 to 10:30 pm. Additional or longer rehearsals will be held once the production has moved to the theatre. Rehearsals at the theatre are as follows (dates/times may be adjusted): Sitzprobe: Date and time to be announced Move-in: April 28, 2024 9:00am – 9:00pm Sound Rehearsal: May 1, 2024 from 6:30 – 11:00 pm. Q2Q Technical Rehearsal: May 5, 2024 10:00 am – 10:00 pm. Technical Dress Rehearsal: May 6, 2024 6:30 – 11:00 pm. Dress Rehearsal with Orchestra: May 7, 2024 6:30 – 11:00 pm. Final Dress Rehearsal with Orchestra: May 8, 2024 6:30 – 11:00 pm. Post Show Unit Clean Up: June 1, 2024 - 10:00am - 4:00pm. Please, see the attachments. If you're interested, please apply.
11 roles
Confidently seduces people of all genders. Cheeky mad scientist, bent on building the perfect man. Frank says that he is a transvestite. Actor must be comfortable with presenting masculine and feminine sides. Should be a good mover. Must be comfortable walking and moving in heels. Physicality Codes - C, E, K, SI. Vocal Range - Baritone, D3-G4.
Quirky and overly optimistic at times. An All-American man. 1950’s couple, straight laced. This role will require a state of undress, such as appearing in undergarments (to be negotiated to individual comfort level), but will not contain nudity. Physicality Codes - C, E, K, SI. Vocal Range - Bari Tenor, Bb2-G4.
Good, innocent girl who is madly in love with Brad. Always seems to be frightened of something. 1950’s couple, straight laced. This role will require a state of undress, such as appearing in undergarments (to be negotiated to individual comfort level), but will not contain nudity. Physicality Codes - C, E, K, SI. Vocal Range - Mezzo Sop A3-Eb5 in chest voice or good mix.
Frank's personal butler, Riff Raff is a shady character who seems to be up to something. Strange and unusual. Brother to Magenta. Physicality Codes - C, E, F, K, SI. Vocal Range - High Rock Tenor, D3-B4 in full voice or very strong falsetto.
Double cast – She is a domestic for the house. Caters to Franks every need. Sister to Riff Raff. Physicality Codes - C, E, F, K, SI. Vocal Range - Mezzo Sop. Bb3-Eb5 in chest voice or good mix.
One of Frank’s servants. A groupie who is both Frank's and Eddie's ex-girlfriend. Tap dancing is required for this role. Must be of similar age for Eddy. Physicality Codes - C, D, E, F, K, SI. Vocal Range - Mezzo Sop Belt, E4-E5 in chest voice or good mix.
Frank's beloved creation, Rocky is supposed to be the "perfect man". Must be very fit. This role will require a state of undress, such as appearing in undergarments (to be negotiated to individual comfort level), but will not contain nudity. Physicality Codes - C, E, F, K, SI. Vocal Range - Tenor, A3-G4.
A former delivery boy who was Columbia's ex-boyfriend. Half of his brain was used to create Rocky. Depending on the turn-out, Eddie/Dr Scott may be split and played by two actors or combined and played by one actor. If split, this actor will participate in the other half of the show as a phantom. Physicality Codes - C, F. Vocal Range - Baritone, E3-F#4.
Dr. Scott is Brad’s former science teacher and close friend. Depending on the turn-out, Eddie/Dr Scott may be split and played by two actors or combined and played by one actor. If split, this actor will participate in the other half of the show as a phantom. Physicality Codes - C, F. Vocal Range - Baritone, E3-F#4.
Follows our two heroes through the story by narrating directly to the audience. Improvisation skills useful (and possibly needed) – replies to audiences where needed. Physicality Codes - C, F. Vocal Range - Non-Singing role.
4-6. Will help the audience with callouts. Voyeurs of the show. May be seated amongst the audience helping create the atmosphere. Will be used in many areas from moving sets to being the set at times. Physicality Codes - C, D, E, F, SI. Vocal Range - Various SATB.
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