Performers Needed for Theatre Audition "A Christmas Carol"
Males and females are required for "A Christmas Carol" theatre show. Please find more details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Broadway heavy hitters, Alan Menken (Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Little Shop of Horrors) and Lynn Ahrens (Ragtime, Seussical, Once on This Island), breathe fantastic new life into the classic tale of A Christmas Carol. Ebenezer Scrooge is a prosperous curmudgeon who believes that personal wealth is far more valuable than the happiness and comfort of others. With an infuriated “Bah! Humbug!” Scrooge summates his feelings of Christmas tidings and charitable giving, but he’s forced to face his selfish ways when three ghosts on Christmas Eve lead him through his Past, Present and Future. Additional info: For your audition please prepare- Please prepare a 16 – 32 bar cut of a song in the style of the show (this can be a musical theatre song, a Christmas song, or any song that feels right in your voice) as well as a brief monologue of your choosing. First Rehearsal – September 23rd; Saturday 9 to 5 – November 23rd; Q2Q – November 30th; Tech Week – December 1st – 4th. Rehearsals will be 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. for all involved. Performances – December 6th – 24th. Rehearsals will be on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings, within the range of 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Student actors will be released by 9 p.m., unless specifically requested. To be considered please apply.
28 roles
A man who lost his father to creditors as a child and has grown up heeding his father’s advice to save his money above all else. Until he realizes how terrible he’s become, he is a grumpy, unsympathetic man and has no time for anyone or anything. Vocal range top: G5 – Vocal range bottom: A3
A tormented and lugubrious ghost who, before his death, was Scrooge’s long-time partner in business. He returns to give Scrooge a chance to avoid the fate he secured for himself. Vocal range top: A5 – Vocal range bottom: A3
An ever-cheerful, sprightly ghost who visits Scrooge to show him the events that led to his current state. Vocal range top: G5 – Vocal range bottom: A3
A man seen for the last time as he is sentenced to prison for non-payment of debts. His final words to Ebeneezer become his son’s lifelong obsession and undoing.
A woman who tries to instill values of compassion and love in her children. Though she dies while they are still young, her presence lingers long into their adulthood.
A hardworking young professional who seems to be going places. Surrounded by others who come from money, he can not shake the feeling that he must prove his worth.
A striking and gregarious young man for whom money and affection have always come easy. He is perfectly suited to a partnership with Scrooge until his untimely death.
Scrooge’s fiancé from when they were young. She is a charming young woman who comes from a wealthy family and as such is not impressed or in need of money.
A jolly and charitable man who throws a huge Christmas party every year for the community. He is Scrooge’s first boss and after teaching him all he knows, he becomes deeply disappointed in the man Scrooge will become.Vocal range top: B5 – Vocal range bottom: A3
A consummate and prideful hostess, Mr. Fezziwig’s wife revels in throwing the Christmas party every year. Vocal range top: A5 – Vocal range bottom: A3
A jovial, larger-than-life spirit who comes to show Scrooge all the joy, love, and celebration he is missing out on. Vocal range top: G5 – Vocal range bottom: A3
A father and husband who cares deeply for his family, particularly his youngest son. Though he is a hard worker, he can not hope to meet Scrooge’s unreasonable expectations. Vocal range top: E5 – Vocal range bottom: A3
Tiny Tim’s mother and Mr. Cratchit’s wife. She is a loving mother who tries to provide the best for her children with what she’s got. Vocal range top: E5 – Vocal range bottom: A3
Scrooge’s nephew and only living relative. He is a pleasant young man who believes in the good a joyful Christmas spirit can make in the world and longs for a connection with his mother’s family. Vocal range top: F5 – Vocal range bottom: A3
A staunch woman and Fred’s wife who is pregnant with their first child. She does not believe reconciliation with Scrooge is possible, but supports Fred’s efforts to do so. Vocal range top: B5 – Vocal range bottom: A3
An inevitable and terrifying wraith, the Ghost of Christmas Future is strong and silent as she shows Scrooge what will happen to him and those around him if he continues down the path he is currently treading. The oldest of the three spirits. Vocal range top: G5 – Vocal range bottom: A3
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