Singing Audition for "Seussical" Play in DC
The musical "Seussical" seeks performers and singers. Please see the details below. ONLY MD, VA AND LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Rate: All performers will receive a stipend for each performance. Additionally, those cast will have the opportunity to join the restaurant service staff (if legally eligible and after training), where they can earn gratuities. Additional info: Tentative Rehearsals (you may not be called to all rehearsals): February 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 6:30-9:00 PM February 15 & 22, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Mandatory Tech Week: February 24-27, 6:30 PM call. Performance Dates: Saturdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29, 2025. Actor call is at 9:00 AM, and doors open at 10:30 AM. Applicants must reside within driving distance of Hagerstown, MD, as housing is not provided. When applying, please email submissions by no later than Saturday, December 21st, 2024, 6:00 pm (EST). Send a self-tape of you singing 16 bars of a song from SEUSSICAL -Headshot & Resume -A list of conflicts with any of the tentative rehearsals -A list of conflicts with any of the performance dates.
10 roles
The essence of mischief, fun and imagination. The Cat stirs things up, causes trouble, but always sets things right again, helping JoJo to discover the power of his imagination as they create the story for the show together. Look for a physically adept actor (male or female) to play the Cat, one who will be able to play many comic cameos (Dr. Dake, helicopter reporter, TV interviewer, auctioneer, Mr. McGurkus, etc.) and is comfortable improvising with an audience. Vocal range: F2-F4
Jojo is a "Thinker"--a smart child with a wild imagination. He can be played as being a little bit awkward, a little bit of a loner, or simply a rambunctious kid whose 'Thinks' get him into constant trouble. By the end of the show, he learns what it means to be a responsible member of his world, using the power and possibilities of his own 'Thinks.' Vocal range: Ab3-C5
Gentle, rotund and appealing. Think of him as a big-hearted blue collar guy who is steadfast and responsible and always tries to do the right thing for his friends. He is imaginative and receptive to the world around him. He is very un-self-conscious. Horton's view of the world never changes--he believes in its goodness. Vocal range: A2-F4
Very self-conscious and aware that her one-feather tail isn't perfect. Gertrude changes during the show from a vain, neurotic, nervous and shy bird into one with the power to protect and care. In other words, she stops worrying about her looks and grows up doing what she wants. Vocal range: F3-F5
Self-centered, selfish and vain, Mayzie will never admit to her own flaws. She manipulates anyone she can into doing what she wants. But Mayzie isn't all bad. Vocal range: G3-Eb5
She isn't really sour at all. She's just got a lot of attitude. She's loud, brassy and a lot of fun. Vocal range: F#3-F5
These are not bad guys! They're simply a lot like kids who tease, play pranks and get a kick out of making mischief, although often at others' expense. They enjoy hanging around with one another, making music together on the street corner, and playing off one another.
They are like the popular girls in any school--a clique of pretty, self-centered "back up birds" who do whatever Mayzie does.
Mr. and Mrs. Mayor are parents trying hard to raise a difficult child in a difficult world. They may get aggravated with Jojo, but they love him dearly and try to do the right thing, even if it turns out to be a mistake. Vocal range: D3-E4
Mr. and Mrs. Mayor are parents trying hard to raise a difficult child in a difficult world. They may get aggravated with Jojo, but they love him dearly and try to do the right thing, even if it turns out to be a mistake. Vocal range: A3-A4
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