"Something Rotten!" Musical Casting Actors
Seeking cast for "Something Rotten!" show. Please see the breakdown below. About the project: "Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing, and acting simultaneously, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of the opening night, the Bottom brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to themself, and all that jazz." Additional info: The creative team seeks a diverse company of actors. Actors of all ethnicities will be equally considered for all roles and actors of color are encouraged to audition. Directors will actively explore diversity and inclusion in their casting choices – from race/ethnicity to gender expression and body type, they welcome everyone to audition for this most exciting musical. Looking for strong singers and dancers, specifically tappers. WHAT TO PREPARE: - Prepare 16-32 bars of a song from the show or in the style of the show. - Bring sheet music clearly marked. - Everyone will be asked to sing. - Prepare to learn a short dance combination and tap shoes are encouraged. Please note, that not everyone will be asked to dance. Callbacks TBD. Rehearsals will begin at the end of March. Rehearsals will typically be held 3-4 times per week including Sundays. You will be asked to list all conflict dates on your audition form. Not everyone will be called to all rehearsals. Performance dates: May 17, 24, 25, 31, June 1, 2024 at 8:00 pm May 18, 19, 26 and June 2, 2024 at 2:00 pm Benefit Performance on May 23, 2024 at 8:00 pm Possible Benefit Performance on May 30, 2024 at 8:00 pm If you are interested, please apply.
23 roles
(vocal range: A2-G4) – male-identifying. A frustrated Renaissance writer at his wit’s end, trapped in Shakespeare’s shadow. Passionate, at times goofy, and competitive. Nigel’s older brother and Bea’s husband. Seeking a great comedic actor who sings and dances well. Tap experience is a plus.
(vocal range: Eb3-A4) – male-identifying. An adorably sincere, sometimes awkward poet. Initially very nervous and humble, but slowly gains confidence through a shared appreciation of poetry with his newfound love, Portia. Seeking a great comedic actor who sings.
(vocal range: Ab2-Ab4) – male-identifying. A strutting, swaggering rock star. Over-the-top and cocky. Seeking a great comedic actor who sings and dances well, and can sport vague British and Yorkshire accents. Tap experience is a plus.
(vocal range: D3-D5) – female-identifying. A capable and charismatic woman determined to live her way in Elizabethan England (even if it means dressing as a man to do it). Suffers no fools, except sometimes Nick, because she loves him. Seeking a great comedic actress who sings very well. Mezzo with a belt.
(vocal range: G3-F#5) – female-identifying. A bright young Puritan woman who can’t help her passionate love of poetry, theatre, and ultimately, Nigel. Seeking a great comedic actress who sings very well. Soprano with a mix.
(vocal range: C3-F4) – male-identifying. A soothsayer who can predict the future... almost… kinda. Goofy at times, yet sometimes wise. He predicts that Nick and Nigel will write a musical. Seeking a great comedic actor who sings and dances very well.
(vocal range: G3-G4) – male-identifying. A tightly, tightly laced Puritan who despises playwrights, poets, and all things “ungodly.” Portia’s father. Seeking a great comedic actor who sings very well. Rock baritone solid to G4.
Male-identifying. Patron of theatre. He’s flamboyant and extremely posh. Seeking a great comedic actor who can join the ensemble in singing.
Male-identifying. A money lender to whom Nick is in debt. Dreams of getting into show business. Seeking a great comedic actor who can join the ensemble in singing.
(vocal range: C#3-A4). Charming and full of energy. Welcomes the audience to the show and serves as a narrator (sometimes). Written for a tenor solid to A4. Also in the ensemble.
Nick Bottom’s theatrical TROUPE.
Nick Bottom’s theatrical TROUPE.
Nick Bottom’s theatrical TROUPE.
Nick Bottom’s theatrical TROUPE.
Nick Bottom’s theatrical TROUPE.
ENSEMBLE (all voice parts) – ensemble will consist of strong singers and dancers, specifically tappers.
ENSEMBLE (all voice parts) – ensemble will consist of strong singers and dancers, specifically tappers.
ENSEMBLE (all voice parts) – ensemble will consist of strong singers and dancers, specifically tappers.
ENSEMBLE (all voice parts) – ensemble will consist of strong singers and dancers, specifically tappers.
ENSEMBLE (all voice parts) – ensemble will consist of strong singers and dancers, specifically tappers.
ENSEMBLE (all voice parts) – ensemble will consist of strong singers and dancers, specifically tappers.
ENSEMBLE (all voice parts) – ensemble will consist of strong singers and dancers, specifically tappers.
ENSEMBLE (all voice parts) – ensemble will consist of strong singers and dancers, specifically tappers.
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