Actors Who Sing Sought For Musical "Next to Normal"
"Next to Normal" musical needs cast. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Please see the details below. About the project: NEXT TO NORMAL is the groundbreaking, Tony and Pulitzer prize-winning rock musical that tells the story of a suburban family coping with mental illness. From the outside, the Goodmans are a normal family, but inside, there’s no such thing. Diana’s bipolar disorder is a challenge not only for her, but also her overly protective husband, Dan, and anxiety-ridden daughter, Natalie. Can Dr. Madden’s treatments help make any of them “better”? Rate: All roles are paid an average of $12-15/hr. Additional info: Company is thrilled to present this must-see show for anyone who has ever struggled with mental illness or loved someone who has. Callbacks: Monday, December 11th, 6:30-10:00pm Rehearsals are scheduled to begin the week of Tuesday, April 30th, 2024. Rehearsal hours are typically evenings & weekends 20-24 hrs/wk. Preview is Thursday, May 30, 2024 Opening night is Friday, May 31, 2024 NEXT TO NORMAL runs three weekends from 5/31/24 – 6/16/24 Please see the document attached. If you are interested, please apply.
6 roles
A complex and multifaceted character, Diana is strong and resilient, vulnerable and fragile, controlling and manipulative and fiercely protective of her family. She is struggling to come to terms with Gabe’s death, and she is also struggling with her own mental illness. She is a deeply human character who is trying to find her way in the world. Vocal range G below middle C to high G -strong mix to a D.
Dan is a loving and supportive husband who will go to any length to keep up the façade of the “perfect, loving family”. He is exhausted and frustrated, and he sometimes feels like he is losing control of his life while trying to find a way to help Diana. A “good man” who is just trying to do what he thinks is best. Vocal range B below written middle C to high A full voice and to high D flat falsetto.
A bright and talented teenager who feels angry and resentful because she has to be the adult in the family. A young woman trying to find her way in the world, who just wants to lead a life that is “next to normal”. Vocal range G below middle C to high G – strong mix to E flat.
Diana and Dan’s son who died as a baby. He appears to Diana as a figment of her imagination. Or is he? Energetic, carefree,and charming, he knows that he is his mother’s favorite child and will go to any lengths to ensure that security. Vocal range C (written middle C) to high A full voice and high D (above staff) falsetto.
Natalie’s high school boyfriend. He’s a musician, goofy, and a self-proclaimed “loner and a bit of a stoner.” He is Natalie’s security and the most solid person in her life. Vocal range low A below written middle C to high G full voice and high A falsetto.
Two of Diana’s doctors (played by the same actor). Dr. Madden, a psychopharmacologist, is more traditional when it comes to treatment and is less inclined to take his patients suggestions into consideration. Dr. Fine is Diana’s “rock star” and far more practical when it comes to Diana’s treatment and more willing to work with her and her family. Vocal ranges low A below written middle C to high A flat full voice.
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