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Seeking Cast For Musical "Footloose"

Elgin, IL, United States
ID: 260884Exp: 5/20/2024
online audition
Description:

Looking for actors for "Footloose" show. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Please see the breakdown below. About the project: When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, who is determined to exercise control over the town’s youth. When the reverend’s rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren’s reputation, with many of the locals eager to believe the worst about the new kid. The heartfelt story that emerges pins a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him. To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top 40 score, augmented with dynamic new songs, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and open mind. Additional info: What to prepare: In-person auditions: plan to be there for about an hour. 1. Prepare 32 bars of an audition song in the style of the show. An accompanist will NOT be provided. Bring your phone to play from a bluetooth speaker that they will provide (acapella is not preferred). 2. There will be a dance audition, please wear comfortable shoes and clothing. Callbacks will be in-person (invitation only), Thursday May 23rd from 6pm-9pm. Rehearsals begin the week of June 3rd, 2-4 a week dependent on cast availability. Tech/dress July 29th - August 1st. Performances: August 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th at 7pm & August 4th, 11th 2pm. If you are interested, please apply.

10 roles

Reverend Shaw MooreMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(Lead): Baritone. The powerful, traditional local church leader; strict, stern, and solemn, still struggling with the death of his son.

Vi MooreFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(Supporting): Soprano. Reverend Moore’s loving, supportive, resilient wife.

Ethel McCormackFemale35-45 y.o.All ethnicities

(Supporting): Soprano. Ren’s mother; had a tough go, just trying to make it…would do anything for her son.

Cowboy Bob/BobbieMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(Featured): singer at the country bar.

Lulu WarnickerFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ren’s aunt. Featured ensemble.

Wes WarnickerMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Lulu’s husband. Featured ensemble.

Coach Roger DunbarMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Gym teacher. Featured ensemble.

Principal Harry ClarkMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured ensemble.

Betty BlastFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Owner of the Burger Blast. Featured ensemble.

Eleanor DunbarFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Roger’s wife. Featured ensemble.