"Waitress" Musical Needs Performers
Auditions for "Waitress" show. Looking for cast. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See the breakdown below. About the project: Waitress is based on a 2007 movie. It tells the story of Jenna, a waitress who has a talent for making pies but feels stuck in both her marriage and her job. The story features a clear message about having the courage to change your life for the better, but it also has some mature content. This includes characters kissing, stylized/comedic depictions of sex (gyrations, etc.) and more serious depictions of domestic violence (violent temper, threats, destruction of property, raising fists). Some brief strong language is included. Additional info: GUIDELINES: - All auditioning must complete the dance call on Sunday, June 2 unless they are only wanting to be considered for Joe. - All auditioning must prepare 16-32 bars of either 1) a song from a published stage musical (not from Waitress) or 2) a song written and recorded by Sara Bareilles. - All auditioning must bring printed, marked sheet music for the live piano accompanist in their intended key, preferably in a binder. The accompanist will not transpose music at the audition, so directors highly encourage those auditioning to be sure they have the correct music. Those singing acapella or without sheet music will not be considered. - Those wanting to be considered for Earl may be asked to play guitar at callbacks if they do play. It is not required that the actor play guitar. REHEARSALS AND PERFORMANCES Rehearsals will begin on June 30 or later. The weekly rehearsal calendar will be as follows. Sundays 2-5pm Monday-Thursday 7-10pm All scheduling conflicts must be listed at the time of the actor’s audition. If actors present “pop up” conflicts after being cast or are absent multiple times in the audition process, the production team reserves the right to re-cast the role. Performances are as follows. Actors should be prepared to fulfill all performance dates. Thursday, August 15 Invited Preview & Pay What You Can Friday, August 16 at 7:30 Saturday, August 17 at 7:30 Sunday, August 18 at 2:00 Thursday, August 22 at 7:30 Friday, August 23 at 7:30 Saturday, August 24 at 7:30 Sunday, August 25 at 2:00 Thursday, August 29 at 7:30 Friday, August 30 at 7:30 Saturday, August 31 at 7:30 Sunday, September 1 at 2:00 If you are interested, please apply.
14 roles
A soulful waitress, pours herself into the pies she makes. In an abusive relationship with Earl and confusing, new relationship with Dr. Pomatter. Vocal Range F#3-F5.
The oldest waitress at Joe’s Diner, irreverent, irascible, been there, made it back, and somehow kept her sense of humor. Vocal Range Eb3-E5.
A waitress at Joe’s Diner, socially awkward, a bit of a nerd, loves an ordered world, she has spent too much time alone watching The History Channel. Vocal Range G3-E5.
A gynecologist, genuinely warm, if clumsy, in manner, recently moved to town from Connecticut. Vocal Range Bb2-Bb4.
Jenna’s husband, he peaked in high school, he is almost a talented musician and that “almost” has haunted him his whole life. Publicly Earl is all charm, but privately, Jenna gets the brunt of his unhappiness. Plus if actor can play guitar. Vocal Range Eb3-G4.
The cook at Joe’s Diner, a “guy’s guy” surrounded by gals–brusque, unsentimental but somehow utterly charming. Vocal Range: B2-A4
A charming, irresistible nerd, a tax auditor, an amateur magician, competitive clog dancer, has all his hair, has a kind smile, loves poetry, Pavarotti, and puzzles. Vocal Range C3-Bb4.
A feisty, older curmudgeon with a hard shell and a buttercream center, owns Joe’s Diner. Vocal Range B2-G#4.
Dr. Pomatter’s wife, a resident at the local hospital.
A nurse who works at Dr. Pomatter’s office
ENSEMBLE: play various roles. Should be solid singers that can hold harmonies and strong “movers.”
ENSEMBLE: play various roles. Should be solid singers that can hold harmonies and strong “movers.”
ENSEMBLE: play various roles. Should be solid singers that can hold harmonies and strong “movers.”
ENSEMBLE: play various roles. Should be solid singers that can hold harmonies and strong “movers.”
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