"Carousel" Audition for the Theater
Casting call men and women for "Carousel" stage play. Details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Voted the best musical of the 20th century by Time Magazine, Rodger and Hammerstein’s Carousel is a classic American musical, spanning heaven and earth in its exploration of human frailty, resilience, and the power of forgiveness. This American classic features some of Rodgers and Hammerstein's most iconic pieces, including “If I Loved You”, “Mister Snow”, “June Is Bustin Out All Over”, and the iconic “You’ll Never Walk Alone.” Join LRT as we examine the concepts of temptation, redemption, the afterlife, and emotional intelligence in the classic Rogers and Hammerstein musical, from a radically new perspective. Additional info: PERFORMANCES March 20th-23rd (4 Performances). There will be a dance call at auditions so be prepared to dance. CALLBACKS will be held on January 11th. REHEARSALS to begin Monday, January 20th, and generally run Mon-Thurs 6:30/7-10/10:30. When applying, please send your preferred date and time, as well as a headshot and resume if you have one. For the auditions please prepare 16 bars (approx 1 minute) of a song in the style of the show (classic musical theater) and bring either a track that can be played through Bluetooth speakers or sheet music in the correct key.
17 roles
Strong baritone with a commanding presence. The very successful barker for the Mullin Carousel and a bit of a ladies’ man. Billy is a tragically flawed figure who has never learned to deal with adversity or conflict, especially with those he loves, with anything other than anger and violence.
A quiet, naïve at first, mill worker who falls in love with Billy Bigelow. Julie adopts an inner strength and maturity, when faced with the hardships of life. Must be a strong singer and strong actor. Soprano.
A lively and funny friend/ coworker of Julie Jordan. In love with Enoch Snow, Carrie offers a light-hearted foil to Julie's seriousness. Must be a strong singer and strong comedic actor. Mezzo who has both a belt and a legit range.
A shy fisherman with big plans for the future who tires to project as aloof and pompous. Must be a strong singer and strong actor with great comedic timing.
A friend of Billy's who ultimately leads Billy astray. A con man with a lot of humor and an eye for naive women. Jigger’s answer to problems is crime and violence. Must be a good singer and a strong actor with great comedic timing, the lovable rogue archetype.
Billy and Julie’s 15-year-old daughter who is going through life without a father. This is a MAJOR dancing role. Louise dances the entire ballet in the second act. A non-singing role that requires strong acting ability as well as strong dance.
Widow and owner of the carousel. Jealously in love with Billy. Role for a VERY strong actor with great comedic timing.
An otherworldly figure who is the judge for Billy in the afterlife. Role for a VERY strong actor.
A young man who works in a traveling carnival and who is interested in Louise. EXTREMELY STRONG DANCER. Will double in the ensemble.
Enoch and Carrie’s teenage son. He’s in love with Louise but just as pompous as his father. Strong comedic actor. Will double in the ensemble
The wealthiest man in town who owns the mill where Julie and Carrie work. Strong actor. Will double in the ensemble.
A married friend of Julie and Carrie’s. Featured singer. Mezzo or Soprano. Will double in the ensemble.
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