Theatre Audition for "Hairspray" Show
The company is holding auditions for "Hairspray" Show and looking for performers, please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: 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, and integrate a TV network – all without denting her 'do! Additional info: Prepare 32 bars from a Broadway show of your choice that demonstrates your vocal range. Bring sheet music or a track. An accompanist and Bluetooth speaker will be provided to accommodate either option. No acapella singing will be accepted! Dance call will be during callbacks, if invited. Please provide all potential conflicts for rehearsals starting February 8th. Performance dates & times: May 2, 3, 9, 10, 17, and 18 at 8 PM; May 4, 10, and 11 at 3 PM Set strike on May 18 is mandatory for all involved Please apply if interested.
16 roles
Plus-sized protagonist; confident, talented, and incredibly determined. Must be able to dance.
Tracy's best friend and dorky sidekick; not the brightest bulb, but cares with the best of them.
Tracy's classmate and friend who is discriminated against due to the color of his skin. Must be able to dance.
The Corny Collins Show's teenage heartthrob who unexpectedly falls for Tracy. Must be able to dance.
Link's girlfriend and Tracy's nemesis; always looking to be the center of attention despite seeming to be less talented than the others. Movement required.
Amber's mother and the director of the Corny Collins Show; the former Miss Baltimore Crabs trying to live vicariously through her daughter. Movement required.
The charismatic host of his own TV show; genuinely nice on and off the camera. Movement required
Seaweed and Little Inez's mother; guest DJ on the Corny Collins Show for Negro Day and owns a record shop; sassy and confident.
Tracy's mother; a working housewife who is exuberant, spirited, and commanding despite losing the confidence to become a plus-size clothing designer. Often played by a male-presenting person in drag. Movement required
Tracy's father who is madly in love with his wife, Edna. Owns a joke shop. Movement required.
(dance required) Ensemble
Penny's mom Ensemble
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