Auditions for Musical "A Christmas Carol"
Open call (AEA & Non-union welcome) for upcoming production of "A Christmas Carol". Seeking cast. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Please see the breakdown below. About the project: Ebenezer Scrooge and his ghostly encounters come to life in this lavish and thrilling Broadway adaptation. 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. Additional info: This production will be produced under an AEA SPT 4 contract, and both AEA members and non-union actors will be seen. Actors should prepare 16-24 bars of a mid-century musical theatre song (1960-late 1990s, roughly) with a strong, theatrical point of view and dynamic music and lyrics, OR a traditional Christmas carol. Consider material by Alan Menken, Flaherty and Ahrens, Stephen Schwartz, the Sherman Brothers, Lucy Simon, etc. CSC recommends avoiding contemplative ballads and love songs that feel general or generic. Those auditioning are also encouraged to make strong acting choices in the song. Those auditioning on Saturday may also be asked to stay for a dance portion of the audition from 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm so all should be prepared to dance. If necessary, you may also be asked to read from sides which will be made available at the audition. Possible Callback if needed: Sunday, September 29. The first rehearsal will take place on October 4, 2024, and performances will run November 29 through December 15. If you are interested, please apply.
22 roles
Vocal Range: Baritone/Bass, A2 – F4. A man who lost his father to creditors as a kid and has grown up heeding his father's advice to save his money. Until he realizes how terrible he's become, he is grumpy, unsympathetic man and has no time for anyone or anything.
Vocal Range: Baritone/Bass, B2 – E4. A father and husband who cares deeply for his family, particularly his youngest son. He works hard to provide for them but is mistreated by his employer, Scrooge.
Vocal Range: Alto/Soprano, B3 - E5. 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: Baritone/Bass, A2 – F4. 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.
Vocal Range: Baritone/Tenor, Bb2 – G4. A jovial, larger-than-life ghost who comes back to show Scrooge all the joy, love, and celebration he his missing out on while those around him celebrate Christmas. Actor doubles as Sandwich board Man.
Vocal Range: Baritone/Tenor, Eb3 – Ab4 or Soprano/Alto, Eb4 – Ab5. An ever cheerful, sprightly ghost who comes back with the history book of Scrooge's past to show him the events that led to his current state. Actor doubles as Lamplighter.
Vocal Range: Soprano/Alto, C4 – F5. A beautiful, and terrifying wrath, 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.
Vocal Range: Tenor/Baritone, Bb2 – Ab4. Scrooge's former business partner who, before his death, was exactly like Scrooge. Comes back as a ghost in chains to warn Scrooge of how his life decisions will bind him in the afterlife.
Vocal Range: Soprano/Alto, B3 – Bb5. Scrooge's fiancé from when they were young. She is a beautiful girl, not impressed or in need of money.
Vocal Range: Soprano/Alto, Bb3 – Ab5. The consummate hostess and Mr. Fezziwig's wife, she loved to help throw the Christmas party every year. She is prideful.
Vocal Range: Tenor/Baritone, Bb2 – B4. A portly, jolly man who used to throw a huge Christmas party every year for the community. He was Scrooge's first boss and after teaching him all he knew; he became deeply disappointed in the man Scrooge became.
Vocal Range: Alto/Soprano, C4 – C5
Vocal Range: Tenor/Baritone, B2 – G5
Vocal Range: Soprano/Alto, A4 – E5
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