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Singing Opportunities in "The Music Man" Production

Phoenix, MD, United States
ID: 272249Exp: 11/17/2024
Description:

Seeking talent for "The Music Man" show. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: When Harold Hill, a traveling con man, arrives in River City, he convinces the locals to start a band by purchasing the uniforms and instruments from him. His intention is to flee as soon as he receives the money. Librarian Marian Paroo suspects Harold is a fraud but holds her tongue since her moody brother, Winthrop, is excited about the band. As Harold begins to develop feelings for Marian, he faces a difficult decision about skipping town. Additional info: Please prepare 16 – 32 bars of a musical theater song that showcases your range and acting ability. Please bring sheet music. An accompanist will be provided. Sides will be provided. You may be asked to read or sing selections from the show. There will be a dance audition. Please wear comfortable clothing and appropriate footwear to learn a short combination. Headshot and resume are recommended but not required. Callbacks, if needed, will be held on Thursday, November 21st. Performance Dates and Times: Friday, February 7 at 7 PM; Saturday, February 8 at 7 PM; Sunday, February 9 at 3 PM; Friday, February 14 at 7 PM; Saturday, February 15 at 7 PM; Sunday, February 16 at 3 PM; Rehearsals will be held on Sundays, Mondays, and Thursdays beginning December 1st. Please bring a list of your rehearsal conflicts. Tech week is Sunday, February 2nd- Thursday, February 6th. No tech week or performance conflicts will be accepted. If interested, please apply.

20 roles

Charlie CowellMale25-45 y.o.All ethnicities

A traveling salesmen who is on to Harold Hill's schemes. Tirelessy attempts to prove to everyone the true con man behind Harold Hill.

Harold HillMale25-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Our story's unsuspecting protagonist. A con man, traveling under the auspices of a salesman, he eventually falls in love with Marian Paroo. Charismatic and charming. Vocal range top: F4 Vocal range bottom: Ab2

ShinnMale50-60 y.o.All ethnicities

A blustery politician who is all too "self-important." Begrudgingly married to Eulalie, he is skeptical of the town rumor mill.

Ewart DunlopMale25-45 y.o.All ethnicities

A member of the quartet formed by Harold Hill with a tenor voice. Ewart is married to Maude Dunlop. Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: F3

Oliver HixMale25-45 y.o.All ethnicities

A baritone in the quartet formed by Hill. Oliver is married to Alma Hix. Vocal range top: F4 Vocal range bottom: B2

Jacey SquiresMale25-45 y.o.All ethnicities

The highest tenor in the quartet. Married to Mrs. Squires. Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: C3

Olin BrittMale25-45 y.o.All ethnicities

A citizen of River City and the bass of the quartet formed by Harold Hill. Vocal range top: C4 Vocal range bottom: F2

Marcellus WashburnMale30-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Harold's chummy old friend and former con man, he now lives in River City and is trying to settle down. Vocal range top: A4 Vocal range bottom: G2

Tommy DjilasMale18-20 y.o.All ethnicities

An attractive, young man from the wrong side of town. He is secretly courting Zaneeta.

Marian ParooFemale20-30 y.o.All ethnicities

The stuff town librarian and music teacher. She is an attractive young lady who eventually falls for Harold Hill. Stuck up. Curious. Vocal range top: A5 Vocal range bottom: G3

Mrs. ParooFemale45-60 y.o.All ethnicities

Cheerful and always plotting. An Irish widow and mother to Marian and Winthrop. Vocal range top: Eb5 Vocal range bottom: Ab3

Eulalie Mackecknie ShinnFemale40-50 y.o.All ethnicities

Mayor Shinn's peacock wife. A serial gossiper and snob, she has trouble keeping her opinions to herself. Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: D4

Alma HixFemale25-45 y.o.All ethnicities

A "Pick-a-Little Lady" married to Oliver Hix.

Maud DunlopFemale25-45 y.o.All ethnicities

A "Pick-a-Little Lady" married to Ewart Dunlop.

Ethel ToffelmierFemale25-40 y.o.All ethnicities

A comical "Pick-a-Little Lady," and Marcellus Washburn's girlfriend.

Mrs. SquiresFemale25-45 y.o.All ethnicities

A "Pick-a-Little Lady" married to Jacey Squires.

Constable LockeMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

Newspaper ReadersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

River City TownspeopleBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

Traveling SalesmenBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.