Singing Opportunities in "A Christmas Story" Production
Seeking talent for "A Christmas Story" show. Please see the details below. Additional info: Audition Materials Reading-There is not an assigned piece to prepare for auditions. Everyone auditioning will be called up to read the piece provided that night. Don't worry if you don't read for the part you are interested in performing. This portion of the audition just helps us see what you can do. Vocals-Please prepare a 16-32 bar cut of a musical theatre song either from the show or in a similar style. An accompanist will be provided for a segment of our time. If opting not to use sheet music and accompanist, auditioners should bring the accompaniment music on a Bluetooth-enabled or wired speaker. Please bring possible rehearsal and/or performance conflicts to the auditions. See the attachment for details. If interested, please apply.
6 roles
Gruff and grumbling on the exterior, Ralphie's Dad has a good heart. He is transformed into a true "song and dance" man in his moments of fantasy. The actor playing this character must be a strong singer and mover who isn't afraid to go "over the top" for comedic purposes.
Vibrant, warm, affable-but not a pushover-she is always busy, especially anytime she is in the kitchen, and even more so at Christmas- time! The actor who plays this role must be very comfortable with children.
He is a warm, charismatic and engaging storyteller; omniscient but not overpowering. A good-natured curmudgeon with a deadpan sense of humor, "Jean" focuses the action, keeps the story moving and holds the audiences' attention with his presence and spark. This actor sings one line at the end of the show, and does not dance.
Ralphie's 5th grade teacher, a seemingly stereotypical 1940s educator-prim and proper, stern when necessary-though warm and even humorous when the situation merits it. The person playing this role must be an excellent belter, an experienced tap dancer and an actor who can handle comedy AND children!
The Santa Claus at Higbee's Department Store is ill- tempered, slightly inebriated and very unhappy with his job-nothing like the "Jolly Old St. Nick" one would dream of meeting! He gets rid of each kid as fast as he can and judges them on their way down. The actor playing this role must be a strong comedic actor and singer, and must be comfortable with children. He may be part of the adult male ensemble.
The Adult Ensemble will consist of a mix of strong singers and dancers who will play a variety of smaller roles in scenes, as well as performing in larger production numbers. Dancers are needed as well as folks who can hold tight jazz vocal harmonies. Flexible team players who are comfortable working with children are eagerly sought for this production!
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