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Auditions for Musical "Guys and Dolls"

Maplewood, NJ, United States
ID: 275682Exp: 1/13/2025
Description:

Auditions for April production of "Guys and Dolls". Seeking cast. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Please see the breakdown below. About the project: Set in Damon Runyon's mythical New York City, Guys and Dolls is an oddball romantic comedy. Gambler, Nathan Detroit, tries to find the cash to set up the biggest craps game in town while the authorities breathe down his neck; meanwhile, his girlfriend and nightclub performer, Adelaide, laments that they've been engaged for fourteen years. Nathan turns to fellow gambler, Sky Masterson, for the dough, and Sky ends up chasing the straight-laced missionary, Sarah Brown, as a result. Guys and Dolls takes us from the heart of Times Square to the cafes of Havana, Cuba, and even into the sewers of New York City, but eventually everyone ends up right where they belong. Additional info: WHAT TO PREPARE: Auditionees should prepare two 16-bar cuts: one up-tempo, and one ballad. At least one of these must be in mid-century american musical theater style similar to the songs in Guys and Dolls. (Examples of [but not limited to] other shows that might have a similar style: Camelot, My Fair Lady, Bye Bye Birdie, Damn Yankees, Anything Goes, Wonderful Town, The Music Man, South Pacific, Gypsy, Kiss Me Kate, Hello Dolly, The King and I, Sound of Music, etc.) Please bring sheet music in a binder for the accompanist, with your cuts clearly marked. The acting segment of auditions will be by cold reading only. No Monologues will be seen at this audition. Auditionees should also prepare for and dress appropriately for a dance audition unless you are only interested in the Save-A-Soul Mission Band characters. Callbacks (if needed): January 18, 2025 6:30 PM. PERFORMANCE DATES: April 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26, 2025 7:30 PM April 13, 19, 2025 3:00 PM Company welcomes persons with disabilities to audition for all of its productions. If you are interested, please apply.

35 roles

Sarah BrownFemale20-35 y.o.All ethnicities

(B3-G5 - Lead) A pretty, bright-eyed woman who serves as Sergeant of the local Mission. She fully believes in her worthy cause and wishes to convert the gambling sinners to saints. Falls unexpectedly in love with Sky along the way. She is prudish and uptight, but eventually lets go. Should be able to navigate legit soprano as well as a strong belt, and some dancing.

AdelaideBoth genders32-45 y.o.All ethnicities

(F/TransF/Drag - A3-E5 - Lead) Nathan's fiancé and a lead performer at the Hot Box nightclub. She loves Nathan more than anything in the world and desperately wants to get married. Pretty, outspoken, stubborn. Strong belt is desired, we are looking for a fresh take on this character as opposed to a carbong copy of the Lena Lamont/Audrey style that has been traditionally played. Heavy dancing burlesque role.

Sky MastersonBoth genders30-45 y.o.All ethnicities

(M/TransM - B3-E5 - Lead) A high-stakes gambler whose luck never seems to run out, and a wild card who surprises himself when he falls in love with the unlikeliest of women. Suave, smart, handsome. Choreograph ability required.

Nathan DetroitBoth genders30-45 y.o.All ethnicities

(M/Trans M - D4-F5 - Lead) A good-hearted gambler and craps game organizer who could never hit the big time. He loves Adelaide, but cannot quit his gambling ways. A broke schemer with unwitting ways. Comedic wit and timing is essential for this role. Choreograph ability required.

Benny SouthstreetBoth genders25-45 y.o.All ethnicities

(D4-G5 - Supporting Lead) Nathan's right-hand man and a gambler himself. Smart, slick, always moving and shaking, but with what he thinks are Nathan's best interest at heart. Choreograph ability required.

Nicely Nicely JohnsonBoth genders25-45 y.o.All ethnicities

(M/Trans M - D4-B5 - Supporting Lead) Just like his name suggests, he is the nicest and cheeriest of the gambling crooks. High-spirited and a bit naïve, but sincere and genuine. Nathan's loyal friend and lackey. Choreograph ability required.

Arvide AbernathyBoth genders55-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(D4-F5 - Supporting Lead) The bass drum and cymbal player in the Mission band, Sarah's loving grandparent. Wise and sweet, wants nothing but the best for her. Minimal Dancing, may be cast in other ensemble roles.

Big JuleBoth genders25-45 y.o.All ethnicities

(F3-G5 - Supporting Lead) A big time craps player from Chicago who uses a gun and his own pair of rigged dice to bully his way into never losing. Intimidating. Choreograph ability required.

General CartwrightBoth genders55-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(F/Trans F/Drag - Featured) Regional representative of the Salvation Army. Powerful, matronly, no-nonsense with a formidable presence and, it transpires, a sense of humor. Minimal Dancing, ensemble singing, may be cast in other ensemble roles.

Rusty CharlieBoth genders25-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(Featured) A gambler. Sings in the trio ‘Fugue for Tinhorns’ with Nicely & Benny. Choreograph ability required.

Lt. BranniganBoth genders40-60 y.o.All ethnicities

(Featured) A New York police officer who is on to Nathan's illegal craps games and is dead-set on catching him. A tough, no-nonsense character. No Dancing, non-singing, may be cast as other ensemble roles.

Master of CeremoniesBoth genders20-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(F/Trans F/Drag - Featured) The announcer at the Hot Box, and Master of Ceremonies for our entire evening, audience interaction and guidance required for this role. Non-singing, may be cast in other ensemble roles. Dancing a plus.

Joey BiltmoreBoth genders40-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(Cameo) The owner of the Biltmore Garage where Nathan is trying to hold his craps game. Non-Dancing, Non-Singing, may be cast in other ensemble roles.

MimiBoth genders18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

(F/Trans F/Drag - Featured) Hot Box Doll and Adelaide's Friend. Heavy dancing, group singing, may be cast in other ensemble roles.

AllisonBoth genders18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

(F/Trans F/Drag - Featured) Hot Box Doll and Adelaide's Friend. Heavy dancing, group singing, may be cast in other ensemble roles.

FergusonBoth genders18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

(F/Trans F/Drag - Featured Ensemble) Hot Box Doll. Heavy dancing, group singing, may be cast in other ensemble roles.

VernonBoth genders18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

(F/Trans F/Drag - Featured Ensemble) Hot Box Doll. Heavy dancing, group singing, may be cast in other ensemble roles.

AgathaBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Agatha, Calvin, Martha: (Featured Ensemble) The Mission Band. Harmony singing required. Minimal dancing, may be cast in other ensemble roles. Marching instrument playing a plus.

CalvinBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Agatha, Calvin, Martha: (Featured Ensemble) The Mission Band. Harmony singing required. Minimal dancing, may be cast in other ensemble roles. Marching instrument playing a plus.

MarthaBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Agatha, Calvin, Martha: (Featured Ensemble) The Mission Band. Harmony singing required. Minimal dancing, may be cast in other ensemble roles. Marching instrument playing a plus.

Scranton SlimBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Scranton Slim, Brandy Bottle Bates, Angie The Ox, Liver Lips Louie, Society Max (Featured Ensemble) Crapshooters. Ensemble Singing, Choreograph ability required.

Brandy Bottle BatesBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Scranton Slim, Brandy Bottle Bates, Angie The Ox, Liver Lips Louie, Society Max (Featured Ensemble) Crapshooters. Ensemble Singing, Choreograph ability required.

Angie The OxBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Scranton Slim, Brandy Bottle Bates, Angie The Ox, Liver Lips Louie, Society Max (Featured Ensemble) Crapshooters. Ensemble Singing, Choreograph ability required.

Liver Lips LouieBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Scranton Slim, Brandy Bottle Bates, Angie The Ox, Liver Lips Louie, Society Max (Featured Ensemble) Crapshooters. Ensemble Singing, Choreograph ability required.

Society MaxBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Scranton Slim, Brandy Bottle Bates, Angie The Ox, Liver Lips Louie, Society Max (Featured Ensemble) Crapshooters. Ensemble Singing, Choreograph ability required.

Havana DancersBoth genders18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured dancers.

Dancing CoupleBoth genders18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured dancers.

Featured Tap PerformerBoth genders18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured dancer.

Hot Box DollsBoth genders18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured dancers.

CarpshootersBoth genders18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured dancers.

Mission Band MembersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

New York Street CharacterBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

WaitersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

DrunkBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

OthersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.