Singing Audition for "White Christmas" Play
Looking for actors for the "White Christmas" show. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Two World War II army buddies, Bob Wallace, and Phil Davis, have become a very successful song and dance team, making it big in nightclubs, radio, and then on Broadway. They meet two sisters at a nightclub in New York and with romance in mind, follow the girls to a gig in Pine Tree, Vermont. Arriving at the inn, they discover there are no guests and more importantly, no snow! Ready to turn around and leave, the boys hesitate when they realize the innkeeper is their beloved former commanding general. Deciding to help out and bring the business up to the inn, Wallace and Davis relocate the entire cast and crew of their new musical. Before opening night, however, a misunderstood phone call threatens to ruin everything. Based on the beloved, timeless film, this heartwarming musical adaptation features seventeen Irving Berlin songs including “Blue Skies,” “Count Your Blessings,” “Sisters,” and of course, “White Christmas.” Additional info: Please come prepared with comfortable clothes you can move in if you are asked to stay for a dance audition. And bring appropriate footwear, including tap shoes if you have them. Please have a complete list of any conflicts or possible conflicts you may have with rehearsals and performances between October 1 – December 23. If you are cast in IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS, no additional conflicts, except those presented at your audition, will be accepted. Come prepared with a memorized up-tempo or ballad from the Classis Broadway repertory (Rodgers & Hammerstein, Lerner & Loewe, Jerome Kern, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin) that showcases your vocal range and personality. Song selections from IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS are encouraged for principal roles. Bring sheet music in your own key (no onsite transpositions). An accompanist will be provided. No tapes, karaoke tracks, or a cappella allowed. Please come prepared with comfortable clothes you can move in if you are asked to stay for a dance audition. And bring appropriate footwear, including tap shoes if you have them. Callbacks will be on Monday, September 30th, or Tuesday, October 1st, by invitation only. Not being called back in no way infers final casting decisions. Rehearsals will begin either Tuesday, October 1st or Wednesday, October 2nd. Resumes and headshots are welcome but not required. Show Dates: November 22–December 15, 2024, with the strong possibility of extending to December 23rd. There will be no performance on Thursday, November 28. Please have a complete list of any conflicts or possible conflicts you may have with rehearsals and performances between October 1–December 23. If you are cast in IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS, no additional conflicts, except those presented at your audition, will be accepted. Rehearsal Dates: Rehearsals will begin either Tuesday, October 1st, or Wednesday, October 2nd. Rehearsals are Tuesday- Friday 7:00-10:00 pm; Saturday from 5:30-9:30 pm; Sunday from 12:00-6:00 pm, with the possibility of some Monday evening rehearsals from 7:00-10:00 pm. There will be no rehearsal on Monday, October 14. If interested, please apply.
23 roles
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 strong singer with a crooning style who moves very well. Baritone.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Army buddy of Bob ad Phil’s, now a major television executive with the Ed Sullivan Show. Fast talking, New York professional. A Baritone.
Bob and Phil’s star chorus girls. They are brash, sexy, and fun, although perhaps not the smartest.
Bob and Phil’s star chorus girls. They are brash, sexy, and fun, although perhaps not the smartest.
The ultimate taciturn New Englander, who helps out at the Inn and takes life at a very slow pace.
Bob and Phil’s stage manager. Has a tendency to be over-dramatic and completely hysterical, but will get things done. Never seen without his whistle and clipboard, which he uses to attempt to keep order. Can be double cast with the role of Ed Sullivan Announcer.
Ensemble. Must be equally strong in ballroom, jazz and tap. Must sing very well. This is 1950’s Hollywood movie musical dancing. Bob and Phil’s extremely competent assistant. Can be double cast with the role of Assistant Seamstress.
Ensemble. Must be equally strong in ballroom, jazz and tap. Must sing very well. This is 1950’s Hollywood movie musical dancing. The proprietor of “Jimmy’s Back Room,” a none-too-classy nightclub.
Ensemble. Must be equally strong in ballroom, jazz and tap. Must sing very well. This is 1950’s Hollywood movie musical dancing.
Ensemble. Must be equally strong in ballroom, jazz and tap. Must sing very well. This is 1950’s Hollywood movie musical dancing.
Ensemble. Must be equally strong in ballroom, jazz and tap. Must sing very well. This is 1950’s Hollywood movie musical dancing.
Ensemble. Must be equally strong in ballroom, jazz and tap. Must sing very well. This is 1950’s Hollywood movie musical dancing.
Ensemble. Must be equally strong in ballroom, jazz and tap. Must sing very well. This is 1950’s Hollywood movie musical dancing.
Ensemble. Must be equally strong in ballroom, jazz and tap. Must sing very well. This is 1950’s Hollywood movie musical dancing.
Ensemble. Must be equally strong in ballroom, jazz and tap. Must sing very well. This is 1950’s Hollywood movie musical dancing.
Ensemble. Must be equally strong in ballroom, jazz and tap. Must sing very well. This is 1950’s Hollywood movie musical dancing.
Ensemble. Must be equally strong in ballroom, jazz and tap. Must sing very well. This is 1950’s Hollywood movie musical dancing. (Offstage voice)
Ensemble. Must be equally strong in ballroom, jazz and tap. Must sing very well. This is 1950’s Hollywood movie musical dancing. (Offstage voice)
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