Seeking Performers for "The Spitfire Grill" Show
The company is holding auditions for "The Spitfire Grill" Show and looking for performers, please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: A troubled young parolee yearning for a fresh start follows her dreams to Wisconsin, based on a page from an old travel book, only to find a small town with a gritty heart aching with longing and regret. Unexpectedly discovering the healing power of community while working at the Spitfire Grill, Percy reawakens the entire town’s capacity for rebirth, forgiveness and hope. Set to a melodic folk-inspired score, The Spitfire Grill is a joyous celebration of human kindness. Additional info: Performances to be held on May 31, June 1, 5, 6, 7 and 8 at 7:30 PM and June 2 and 9 at 2:30 PM. Rehearsals will begin approximately April 21st. Rehearsals will most likely be held on Sunday (afternoon and evening), Monday (evening), Wednesday (evening) and Thursday (evening) of each week. Open auditions are being held virtually. Please record video of approximately 16 – 32 bars from a contemporary musical and host online Auditions will include learning/performing a short piece of music from the show and a cold reading (main characters only) and a short movement audition (all). Please apply if interested by noon April 4th.
7 roles
Pretty, if a bit rough-edged, her face declares the strength of her youth and a sadness beyond her years. Her accent has a southern Appalachian cadence. Strong folk/country belt to D, some head voice required.
A tough-skinned and flinty old bird with a short, no-nonsense manner bordering on the bitter. Mezzo/alto chest range.
A plain, soft-faced creature with a shy, almost ethereal manner. Shimmering folk soprano with strong high belt to D.
Out-of-work foreman of the stone quarry. Frustrated working man clinging to the past. Solid folk/rock voice with an edge (Top G).
A young small-town policeman with an appealing intensity and a restless nature. Strong folk tenor to a G (touches an A).
Postmistress and busybody, a woman with narrow eyes and a sour tongue. Solid singer in mezzo/alto chest range. Carries close harmony.
A mysterious figure who never speaks. An actor with powerful eyes and a very strong sense of his body.
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