Casting Call for "Fiddler on the Roof" Musical Show
The company is holding auditions for "Fiddler on the Roof" and looking for performers, please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: Fiddler on the Roof is a musical with music by Jerry Bock, lyrics by Sheldon Harnick and book by Joseph Stein. It follows the story of Tevye and his wife Golde, who attempt to maintain their Jewish religious and cultural traditions as outside influences encroach upon their family's lives. Filled with familiar tunes like "Tradition", "If I Were A Rich Man", "Matchmaker", "Sunrise Sunset", and more, you won't want to miss the opportunity to be a part of this experience! Join us in the little town of Anatevka this summer at Overshadowed! Additional info: Callbacks (as needed): May 11th. Time Commitment: Rehearsals begin May 13th Shows: July 12, July 13, July 18, July 19, July 20, July 25, July 26, July 27, August 1, August 2, August 3 All Thursday and Friday performances at 7:30pm Saturday July 13, July 20, July 27, and August 3 have a matinee performance at 2pm and an evening performance at 7:30 Audition requirements: Please bring a 32 bar or 1 minute audition cut of a song of your choosing, preferably in the style of the show. A live accompanist and/or Bluetooth speaker will be provided. Please apply to secure your audition slot!
26 roles
The milkman Vocal range: Ab2 to F5 Tevye is a likeable, hard-working, pious man who sees the positive side of life. Strong patriarch but gentle father of 5 daughters he has raised according to the Scriptures. He is humorous and relaxed, but when pushed, can show stubbornness. Strong actor who must carry the show and have a good connection with the audience.
Tevye's wife Vocal range: A3 to Eb5 Golde is the real strength behind Tevye, the one who keeps the household going. She is very concerned that her daughters make good matches and have easier lives than she & Tevye have had. Must have good comedic timing.
The matchmaker Vocal range: F3 to F5 Yente is the middle-aged widow who matches up the young people of the village in the hopes that they will marry. She is the village busybody and knows all the news of the town. She is the comedienne of the show.
The butcher Vocal range: C3 to F#4 Lazar is the town's wealthiest citizen & is the same age, if not older, than Tevye. He wants to marry, by traditional parental agreement, Tevye's daughter, Tzeitel. Promising to give her a good & secure life. A feisty, comic role.
The eldest daughter Vocal range: B3 to D5 Tzeitel is the first daughter to marry and the first to challenge the traditions. A strong dramatic actress
The tailor Vocal range: E3 to F#4 Motel is a meek & poor tailor who seeks the hand of Tzeitel, and comes into his own in the process. This is a terrific character role needing a sensitive, nervous but loveable portrayal, as well as a strong singing voice
The 2nd eldest daughter Vocal range: B3 to E5 Hodel becomes intrigued with the radical, young student, Perchik. She eventually leaves Anatevka to join him in Siberia where he is imprisoned for his reform activities. Hodel sings a haunting solo as she says goodbye to her father at the train station. A clear and strong vocal tone is needed for this role
The student Vocal range: B2 to E4 Perchik is a visitor to Anatevka, and therefore, an outsider. He brings with him radical new ideas that challenge the traditions. He falls for Hodel. This role requires an actor capable of showing intensity and an unfailing commitment to his beliefs.
The 3rd eldest daughter Vocal range: B3 to D5 Chava is the scholarly daughter who loves to read. She falls in love and runs off with Fyedka, a Russian soldier, and breaks her father's heart. This role requires a capable dramatic actress who can perform an emotional dance.
A Russian soldier Non-singing role Fyedka, a strong young soldier, sees past his military obligations and falls in love with Chava. May be double cast as Russian Soloist.
Vocal Range: G3 to Ab4 A kind Russian who congratulates Lazar Wolfe and Tevye in song. Must have a strong voice. May be double cast as Fyedka.
Non-singing role This Russian military official stationed near Anatevka, knows the villagers well, and even likes some of them, particularly Tevye. But these superficial relationships don't prevent him from carrying out violence against the people.
Anatevka's Jewish spiritual leader.
The Rabbi's son The Rabbi's son. He is uncertain of the presence of Perchik in the village.
The innkeeper Runs the bar in town and is a friend of Tevye.
The bookseller Vocal range: D3 to Eb4 Runs the bookshop in town and keeps the town advised of all of the news in the area.
Vocal range: C#4 to D5 Grandma Tzeitel is a ghost figure who appears in the Dream Scene and has a wonderful solo, endorsing the marriage of Tzeitel to Motel. It is a very entertaining & memorable role. This actress will also appear as a villager.
Vocal range: C4 to Eb5 Fruma-Sarah is also a ghost figure who appears in the Dream Scene. She portrays Lazar Wolf's departed wife & becomes enraged that her husband plans on marrying Tzeitel. It is a show-stopping scene requiring a strong singer to carry a challenging solo. This actress will also appear as a villager.
The town beggar. Chorus songs
The town Hatter. Chorus songs
The mother of Motel Chorus songs
Fyedka's Russian friend & fellow soldier. Chorus songs
Fyedka's Russian friend & fellow soldier. Chorus songs
Catholic spiritual leader. Will also play a villager. Chorus songs
Violinist to play live on stage
These chorus members will portray the people of the village as either Papas, Mamas, Sons or Daughters. Strong dancers are needed for featured parts especially in the wedding scene and To Life. There will be double casting in these areas as needed. Some smaller speaking roles & solos will be determined during rehearsals.
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