Casting Young Performers for "Hairspray" the Musical
"Hairspray" the musical needs young actors. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See the details below. About the project: The 1950s are out, and change is in the air! Hairspray, winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical, piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance and deliriously tuneful songs. It's 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire – to dance on the popular "Corny Collins Show." When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob, Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network... all without denting her 'do! Additional info: No fee to audition. Students cast in the show must pay tuition fee. Callbacks: (by invitation only) Sun Jan 12 2-5pm Mon Jan 13 5-8pm Tues Jan 14 5-8pm If you are interested, please apply.
12 roles
Confident, talented, and incredibly determined.
The charismatic host of the Corny Collins' Show.
Tracy's big and blonde mother. Often played by a male in drag.
Tracy's best friend and dorky sidekick.
Amber's mother and the director of Corny Collin's show. She is a devious taskmaster.
Link's girlfriend and Tracy's nemesis.
The star heartthrob on Corny Collins' show. He is extremely attractive and talented.
Tracy's classmate and friend, who is discriminated against due to his skin color.
Seaweed's little sister.
Seaweed and Little Inez's mother, she also appears as the Guest DJ on the Corny Collin's Negro Day show.
Tracy's simpleminded and kind father.
Penny's strict mother. Very conservative, controlling, and closed minded.
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