"Half Time" The Musical Casting Performers
Auditions for production of "Half Time" the musical. Seeking cast. Please see the breakdown below. About the project: Based on the incredible true story of nine ordinary seniors with extraordinary dreams who audition to dance at halftime for a major basketball team. Only after making the cut do they learn they won’t be dancing tap, salsa, or swing – instead, they will bring down the house with a style that is entirely new to them: hip-hop. Take the uplifting journey with these dreamers – and the young coaches who inspire them along the way – as they battle self-doubt, stereotypes, and even each other for a chance to bust a move at center court in front of the 20,000 screaming fans. Together they remind us that in life, when the odds are stacked against you and the challenges seem too great to overcome, it’s not the end of the game – it’s Half Time. Please Note: Contains adult humor and situations. Rate: Stipend of $40/performance. Additional info: THEATRE is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. As such, directors encourage performers of all races and ethnicities, gender identities, sexualities, and abilities to attend every audition. Seeking a multi-ethnic and multi-generational cast. Auditioning strong singer/dancers for the Long Island premiere of Half Time—The Musical. Seniors (should be believable as age 60+). All must be strong singer-actors with good comedic timing and the ability to move well. Prepare 16 bars from the song of your choice; bring sheet music in the proper key; accompanist provided. You may sing from the score. Be prepared to dance; bring sneakers that you can comfortably dance in. Readings from the script [Sides are attached]. Bring headshot/resume if available. Callbacks TBD. Rehearsals begin in late March. Performances: May 24 – June 22, 2025. Theatre accepts NO performance conflicts. If you are interested, please apply.
21 roles
F3 to G#4. Sweet-natured kindergarten teacher Dorothy has a rapping, free-spirited alter-ego, Dottie. Seniors (should be believable as age 60+). All must be strong singer-actors with good comedic timing and the ability to move well.
F3 to B3. Former Broadway dancer who gave up her career for marriage to a rich doctor. Sees this as an opportunity to recapture some of her former glory. Seniors (should be believable as age 60+). All must be strong singer-actors with good comedic timing and the ability to move well.
Belter G3 to D5. Kendra’s no-nonsense grandmother who has her best interests at heart. She is the voice of reason. Seniors (should be believable as age 60+). All must be strong singer-actors with good comedic timing and the ability to move well.
F3 to A4. Gentle but with a wry sense of humor. She eventually reveals her husband’s struggle with dementia. Seniors (should be believable as age 60+). All must be strong singer-actors with good comedic timing and the ability to move well.
F#3 to D5. Singer/dancer. Strong-willed with sex appeal and a twenty-five-year-old lover. Seniors (should be believable as age 60+). All must be strong singer-actors with good comedic timing and the ability to move well.
C4 to C5. She goes along to get along—but she’s nobody’s fool. Seniors (should be believable as age 60+). All must be strong singer-actors with good comedic timing and the ability to move well.
G3 to B4. Initially involved to expand her Mary Kay clientele base, she becomes very close with Muriel. Seniors (should be believable as age 60+). All must be strong singer-actors with good comedic timing and the ability to move well.
G3 to Ab4. While legally blind, she sees many things very clearly. Predominantly a humorous character, she is the first to speak up in favor of the opportunity. Seniors (should be believable as age 60+). All must be strong singer-actors with good comedic timing and the ability to move well.
Tenor C3 to A4. A charming widower, who is the self-styled Prince of Swing. Must be a very strong dancer. Eventually becomes involved with Dorothy/Dottie. Seniors (should be believable as age 60+). All must be strong singer-actors with good comedic timing and the ability to move well.
High belter/riffy. F3 to E5. 28-year-old Tara “aged out” of the Cougarettes and has been assigned to coach the senior team. At first skeptical and resentful, she eventually becomes the senior team’s champion. The play’s driving force, she must be a triple-threat.
Non-singer. The Cougar’s tough, driven, and perfectly put-together p.r. director. She is a former Cougarette. (Possibly a dancer who doubles in the “Prince of Swing” number.)
G3 to Eb5. Bea’s granddaughter, a Cougarette, and associate choreographer. She is frustrated by her grandmother’s commentary on her relationship with the still-married Anthony.
C4 to Bb4. A Cougarette and associate choreographer. Energetic, upbeat, and a cheerleader in the best sense of the word.
Strong ensemble of young singer/dancers. People with gymnastics/tricks background encouraged.
Strong ensemble of young singer/dancers. People with gymnastics/tricks background encouraged.
Strong ensemble of young singer/dancers. People with gymnastics/tricks background encouraged.
Strong ensemble of young singer/dancers. People with gymnastics/tricks background encouraged.
Strong ensemble of young singer/dancers. People with gymnastics/tricks background encouraged.
Strong ensemble of young singer/dancers. People with gymnastics/tricks background encouraged.
Strong ensemble of young singer/dancers. People with gymnastics/tricks background encouraged.
Strong ensemble of young singer/dancers. People with gymnastics/tricks background encouraged.
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