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"White Christmas" Musical Seeking Cast

Smyrna, TN, United States
ID: 268492Exp: 9/16/2024
Description:

Theatre Company is thrilled to invite you to audition for upcoming production of “White Christmas”. In need of cast. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Please see the details below. About the project: Irving Berlin’s White Christmas is a joyous holiday musical that tells the story of veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis, who become a successful song-and-dance team after World War II. When they meet the talented Haynes sisters, Betty and Judy, romance and adventure ensue as they all travel to a Vermont inn for a Christmas show. Upon arrival, they discover the inn is owned by their former army commander, who is facing financial difficulties. Determined to help, they put on a spectacular musical extravaganza filled with love, laughter, and classic Irving Berlin tunes, including the iconic “White Christmas.” Additional info: Please prepare a 1-minute song from or in the style of the show. Please come prepared with a track for your song. You may use a cell phone, tablet, etc for tracks; A Capella singing is not allowed. During your audition time slot, you will present your prepared audition material and you will be taught a dance combination to perform as directors are looking for a strong group of experienced dancers to be featured in this production. You will be required to be at your entire timeslot so please pick one that works best with your schedule. ATTIRE: Come dressed to move. PRODUCTION DATES: Friday, November 8th Saturday, November 9th Sunday, November 10th Friday, November 15th Saturday, November 16th Sunday, November 17th If you are interested, please apply.

10 roles

BOB WALLACEMale26-35 y.o.All ethnicities

A major singing star, Bob is the guiding force behind the song and dance team of Wallace and Davis. He wears his fame easily and is a born leader, but has some trouble with social and romantic interactions. Despite his occasional gruffness, he is a deeply kind and principled man who is searching for his true love. A superb singer with a crooning style who moves very well. Baritone.

PHIL DAVISMale26-35 y.o.All ethnicities

The fun-loving, go-getting song-and-dance partner of the team of Wallace and Davis. An irrepressible clown, operator, and incorrigible ladies' man who is determined to see his friend happy, even if it requires scheming and outright deception. He has a boyish charm and sex appeal. Strong jazz and tap-dancing needed a song- and-dance comic performer. Bari-Tenor.

BETTY HAYNESFemale25-29 y.o.All ethnicities

The sensible, responsible half of the upcoming song-and-dance team, The Haynes Sisters. Destined to be a star in her own right, she is nonetheless hesitant to take the spotlight for herself. A woman of decent, upstanding principles, she is devoted to her younger sister. Like Bob, she hides her yearning for true love under a protective shell. A female singer of quiet beauty and charm with a rich chest mix sound and a soprano extension. Must move well.

JUDY HAYNESFemale20-24 y.o.All ethnicities

The younger, more ambitious, slightly scheming Haynes sister. While wholesome and adorable, she is sexy and flirty-a-winning charmer whom no man can resist. Strong jazz and tap dancing needed a major song-and-dance performer. Chest Mix.

GENERAL HENRY WAVERLYMale56-65 y.o.All ethnicities

A retired U.S. Army General, adjusting to returning to civilian life in post-World War II America. Once a powerful leader, he now struggles to run an Inn in Vermont. He remains a man of great principle and dignity. Beneath his curmudgeonly military exterior lies a warm, compassionate man in need of family and love. With the exception of one line, a non-singing role.

MARTHA WATSONFemale46-65 y.o.All ethnicities

Once a Broadway star, now the general's housekeeper at the Inn, Martha has a very dry, wry, wisecracking sense of humor. Bighearted but completely unsentimental, she runs the General's life in spite of his protestations. She is an irrepressible meddler, but always for what she believes to be the other guy's best interests. A winning, appealing character-comedienne with a clarion belt voice.

RALPH SHELDRAKEMale35-39 y.o.All ethnicities

Army buddy of Bob and Phil's, now a major television executive with the Ed Sullivan Show. Fast-talking, New York professional. A Baritone.

RITAFemale25-34 y.o.All ethnicities

RITA AND RHODA - Bob and Phil's two-star chorus girls, they are brash, sexy, and fun, although perhaps not the smartest.

RHODAFemale25-34 y.o.All ethnicities

RITA AND RHODA - Bob and Phil's two-star chorus girls, they are brash, sexy, and fun, although perhaps not the smartest.

ENSEMBLEBoth genders20-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble of dancers. Must be equally strong in ballroom, jazz, and tap. Must sing very well. This is 1950's Hollywood movie musical dancing. Covers for principle roles will come from this ensemble.