Singing Audition for "Rock of Ages" Musical

Lead, Drew, is an appealing, good-guy rocker. He has easy comedic timing, a boyish charm, vulnerability, and a powerful rock tenor voice. Drew works at the legendary Bourbon Room, dreaming of stardom. His instant attraction to Sherrie sets the story in motion. An ability to play guitar is a plus, but not required. (Vocal Range: Bb3 - D5,- soaring rock tenor with versatility in style. Must be able to sing dynamically in style of 80’s rock, while maintaining vocal health and endurance.)

Sherrie is a young, impressionable woman who steps off the bus from Kansas, eager to pursue her dreams of stardom. She’s pretty, fresh-faced and naive, the role requires strong comedic timing. Sherrie’s rock belt and excellent movement/dance ability are essential, and she should be comfortable in revealing clothing. (strong rock belter up to D# with strong low range)

Lonny serves both as an employee of the Bourbon Room and as the show’s narrator/theatrical conjurer. He’s charming, mischievous, and has a vibrant personality. Lonny should be a high-energy, physical actor who has excellent comedic timing, improvisational skills (he will be working the crowd), and strong rock vocals. He should also be a good mover. (Vocal range: D3-D5)

The classic stoner and hippie who runs the famous Bourbon Room club. He’s torn about selling the club to German businessmen. Dennis is laid-back, easy-going, and rocks a bari-tenor voice. (Vocal range: D3-G4)

A (once?) sexy rock star who is leaving his (once?) successful band to go solo. Does he look like Axel Rose during peak Guns ‘n’ Roses? Does he look like 1970s, paunchy Elvis? Something else? Open to your version. What he definitely is, regardless of appearance, is self-important, confident, a bit of a jerk, and all about sex, drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll - likely in that order these days. (Vocal Range: C3 - Eb5)

Traditionally portrayed by a female-presenting actor of color. She is a powerful personality who owns and operates the Venus gentlemen’s club where Sherrie ends up working. She exudes sensuality and takes on a maternal role for her girls - especially Sherrie. Justice provides soulful vocals combined with a powerful belt. (Vocal Range: G3 - Db5)

An attractive, older, German businessman trying to buy up the Sunset Strip. He’s uptight, cold, and the “bad guy” of the musical, although he does have an arc. The actor playing Hertz should be able to speak clearly with a German accent. Hertz has strong comedic timing and baritone vocals. (Vocal Range: F3 - G#4)

Hertz’s son, pressured and intimidated by his father. Franz can put on a flamboyant front, but on the inside is really shy, gentle, and has a big heart. The actor playing Franz should be able to speak clearly with a German accent. Strong vocals and comedic timing are essential. Should also be a strong dancer. (Vocal Range: Db3 - E5)

A fun, hippie-type activist who protests against the takeover of The Strip. She’s earthy, granola, spirited and clumsy - all at the same time. Regina has strong comedic timing and belt vocals and should also be a solid mover or dancer. (Vocal range: A3-Eb5)

A versatile, actor who plays multiple roles. He is a strong rock tenor with flexible range, dance/movement ability, and comedic timing required.

Strong dancing ability is a plus. Female-presenting actors should be comfortable in revealing clothing. Some notes: The actor playing Waitress #1 needs to be a strong rock belter up to D# with strong low notes. The actor playing Joey Primo should have a strong rock tenor and dance movement ability and may be asked to understudy Drew and/or Stacee. Sherrie’s Mom and dad should be strong, rock, character singers with flexible range.