Dancers/Singers/ Actors Needed for "Cinderella" Musical Show
The company is holding auditions for Rodgers & Hammerstein's "Cinderella" and looking for performers, please see the details below. About the project: Rodgers and Hammerstein's "Cinderella," the beloved classic fairytale, comes to life on the Community Arts Center stage with a magical and enchanting twist. This timeless tale tells the story of a kind and gentle young woman named Ella (Cinder Ella), who, with the help of her fairy godmother, overcomes adversity and captures the heart of a prince. The Broadway version, originally adapted for the stage in 2013, features stunning costumes, memorable songs, and a modern take on the beloved characters. Audiences can expect a captivating experience filled with romance, humor, and the enduring message that dreams can come true. With its dazzling production and timeless charm, Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella promises to transport theatergoers to a world of wonder and make them believe in the power of love and magic once more. Additional info: Performance Dates: March 1-3, 2024 VOCAL AUDITION: Please prepare 16-32 bars of song in the style of the show. An accompanist will be provided, please have your sheet music prepared prior to arriving. If using an accompaniment track please have your song ready via Bluetooth or aux. cord. DANCE/MOVEMENT: Everyone auditioning will be expected to participate in a dance/movement audition. Please come dressed to move (character shoes preferred but not required). ADDITIONAL AUDITION INFO: Some actors maybe asked to stay to read. Please be ready to read for any role from cold readings. Reading for a certain role does not mean you are being considered for the role, and vice-versa. Please do not try to impersonate the film adaptations in any way.
12 roles
(Cinderella) (Soprano) Kind-hearted beauty with an infectious generosity of spirit. Though she has been flying under the radar she comes fully into herself as an articulate dynamic woman with a great deal to say Traditional musical theatre soprano.
(Baritone, Any Ethnicity) The prince of the kingdom leads with heroic bravado but is deeply naïve and not always quick on the draw. In search of his purpose. His kindhearted nature spills into an endearing goofiness at times. Light comedic touch is essential. Soaring, rich musical theatre baritone to G
MADAME (Mezzo-Soprano, Any Ethnicity) Ella’s selfish stepmother. A vain and tyrannical climber. Deeply concerned with status and image and entirely dismissive of her stepdaughter. Comic timing essential. Traditional musical theatre character voice.
(Mezzo-Soprano, Any Ethnicity) Ella’s stepsister and daughter of Madame. Begins aligned with her materialistic mother and sister but her kindness and thoughtful nature emerge as she is effected by Ella and love interest John-Michel. Perhaps a bit quirky and cut from a different mold than the social climbers around her. Comic timing is essential. Strong and expressive traditional musical theatre voice.
(Mezzo-Soprano, Any Ethnicity) Ella’s stepsister and daughter of Madame. Deeply self-involved, attention seeker. Loud, brash and delights in being cocky. Lacks self-awareness and often the last one in on the joke. Excellent comic timing required. Traditional musical theatre character belt to F.
(Soprano, Any Ethnicity) First presents as a bag lady but is revealed as Ella’s fairy godmother in disguise. Warm with a spark of wackiness she lifts the magic in the show and highlights what is possible! Soaring traditional musical theatre soprano to G.
An enthusiastic revolutionary determined to make a difference. Energized and on his way to becoming a leader. Great comic timing. Traditional musical theatre voice.
Topher’s Lord Chancellor. He actively shields the Prince from what is occurring in his kingdom and revels in maintaining his own power. Disregarding villagers in need he is primarily concerned with preserving the wealthy and the reach of his power. Fantastic comic timing essential. Traditional musical theatre character voice.
(Tenor) Sebastian’s second-in- command and the herald for all balls and events. Announces royal balls, banquets and even the weather. Excellent comic timing is essential. Traditional musical theatre tenor.
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