Audition for a Musical Fable "Gypsy"
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Directors are looking for boys and girls ages 9+ for a musical fable "Gypsy". More details are below. About the musical: Regarded by many theatre professionals as the finest musical ever created, Gypsy is the ultimate tale of an ambitious stage mother fighting for her daughters’ success – while secretly yearning for her own. Set all across America in the 1920s and 30s, when vaudeville was dying and burlesque was born, Arthur Laurents’ landmark show explores the world of two-bit show business with brass, humor, heart and sophistication. Additional information: People seeking acting roles should come prepared to sing part of any song ‘a capella’. Choose a song comfortable for you, not necessarily from the show. Those interested in dance will be asked to speak about their interest and experience. To minimize your waiting time, you will be sent an email indicating when you should arrive - expect to be there about an hour (or at least that’s our hope). If you're interested, please apply.
16 roles
Baby June as a teenager. Strong singer and dancer. Runs away with Tulsa. 4 songs/16 pages.
One of the “Farm Boys”, June’s back-up group. Strives to break out of the troupe with an act of his own. Runs away with June. Sings “All I Need Is the Girl.” Good singer; dancing an asset.
x3. June’s back-up dancers and singers; speaking roles; L.A., Yonkers, & Angie. Featured in the last six scenes of Act 1. 3 songs/12 pages/1 dance number.
5 females. Louise’s back-up dancers and singers; some speaking roles; Agnes, Marjorie May, Dolores, Thelma, & Gail. Featured in the first two scenes of Act 2. 1 song/4-8 pages (role dependant)
Lead. The ultimate stage mother. Lives her life vicariously through her two daughters. She is loud, brash, pushy and single-minded, but at times can be doting and charming. Big Broadway voice; minimal dance. 9 songs/67 pages.
Llead. Agent for Rose's children; Rose's boyfriend; possible husband number 4. He has a heart of gold but also has the power to defend the people he loves with strength. Minimal dance. 5 songs/35 pages.
Lead. Louise as a young woman, who grows up to be Gypsy Rose Lee. Still pushed aside by Madam Rose in favor of June, until she becomes her mother’s new pet project. Minimal dance but must have strong movement and acting skills. Must dance inside a dancing cow costume; must be comfortable with the character’s profession – burlesque dancer. Her burlesque routines are not revealing. 6 songs/56 pages.
Comedic role; a stripper past her prime - no stripping involved. Big Broadway voice, strong movement/dance. A burlesque dancer who shares her dressing room with Louise. She was once a ballerina and still has some of the moves. 1 song/10 pages.
Comedic role; a stripper past her prime - no stripping involved. Big Broadway voice; strong movement/dance. A burlesque dancer who’s tough and intimidating. Trumpet playing skills would be an asset, but are not required. 1 song/4 pages
Comedic role; a stripper past her prime - no stripping involved. Big Broadway voice, strong movement/dance. Big Broadway voice, strong movement/dance. A burlesque dancer with her costume wired with lights. Ditzy and sweet. 1 song/3 pages
Secretary at Grantziger Palace. Could also double in the women’s ensemble. 0 songs/7 pages
Showgirls backing up Gypsy Rose Lee in a burlesque number in Act 2. Dancers; minimal singing. Some will have minor expanded roles (stage mothers, stage hands, hotel guests, etc…)
Men’s Ensemble. Vaudeville master of ceremonies at a kiddie talent show.
Men’s Ensemble. Rose's father. Does not believe that she or the girls will amount to anything.
Men’s Ensemble. No lines; driving with his son during a song.
Men’s Ensemble. Theatre manager in Los Angeles.
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