"Wizard of Oz" Audition for the Theater
Performers are invited to audition for the "Wizard of Oz" Show. Please see the details below. About the project: This beloved tale, in which a Kansas farm girl travels over the rainbow to discover the magical power of home, has entertained audiences for generations. Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, features the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide. Additional info: Directors will hold callbacks on Saturday, January 11th if needed. Production dates are not 100% confirmed yet but will be either the last 2 weekends of April, the last weekend of April, the first weekend of May, or the first 2 weekends of May. Rehearsals will be on Monday and Thursday from 6-8:30. Not all cast members will be called for every rehearsal, There will be weeks where a 4th rehearsal may be needed. Please prepare all of the following: One of the selected monologues or dialogues from the show 60 - 90 seconds of a song (your choice) One of the provided vocal selections from the show (only if auditioning for Dorothy; if interested in Tinman, Scarecrow or Lion we may ask to hear one of the provided songs.) See the attachment for more details. If interested, please apply.
25 roles
Young woman, lead role, mezzo-soprano (Range: G3-C5 (opt. E5)) Young Kansas girl, earnest, expressive, and strong-willed, in search of something more. Very strong singer who moves well.
Lead role, baritone (Range: Bb2-F#4 (opt. Ab4)) Plucky and clever in a pinch, even while lacking a brain. Strong actor with an honest quality. Excellent dancer – acrobatic skills a bonus. Sometimes double cast as Hunk.
Lead role, tenor/baritone (Range: Bb2-G4) Desperate for a heart. A kind-hearted romantic. Singing and dance required. Sometimes double cast as Hickory.
Lead role, baritone (Range: Bb2-F4) A mix of bravado and cowardice. Should move well. Cuddly actor with excellent comic timing. Sometimes double cast as Zeke.
Supporting role, non-singing. Sometimes double cast as Professor Marvel.
Supporting role, non-singing. Character villain with an over-the-top stage presence. Excellent comic actress, has a killer cackle. Sometimes double cast as Almira Gulch.
Supporting role, mezzo-soprano (Range: G3-C5) Benevolent and beloved. Sometimes double cast as Aunt Em.
Supporting role, non singing. Aunt Em is demanding, but loves her niece. Sometimes double cast as Glinda.
Supporting role, non singing. Dorothy’s pleasant uncle. Sometimes double cast as City Guard.
Supporting role, non-singing. Disgruntled neighbor of the Gale farm, very proper. Sometimes double-cast as the Wicked Witch of the West.
Supporting role (Range: Bb2-G4) Farmhand.Sometimes double cast as Tinman.
Supporting role (Range: Bb2-F#4 (opt. Ab4)) Farmhand. Sometimes double cast as Scarecrow.
Supporting role (Range: Bb2-F4) Farmhand. Sometimes double cast as Lion.
Supporting role, non-singing. Older father figure with an eccentric flair. Basic conjuring or sleight of hand a bonus. Sometimes double cast as Wizard.
Supporting role (Range: Bb2-Eb4) Strong comic actor, big presence. Sometimes double cast as Uncle Henry.
Ensemble. Munchkins - People of Munchkinland, long oppressed, and happy to be freed. Group singing and coordinated movement required. Dance experience a plus. There are some featured roles among the munchkins.
Ensemble. Munchkins - People of Munchkinland, long oppressed, and happy to be freed. Group singing and coordinated movement required. Dance experience a plus. There are some featured roles among the munchkins.
Ensemble. Munchkins - People of Munchkinland, long oppressed, and happy to be freed. Group singing and coordinated movement required. Dance experience a plus. There are some featured roles among the munchkins.
Ensemble. Singing and movement required.
Ensemble. Singing and movement required.
Ensemble. Singing and movement required.
Ensemble. Singing and movement required.
Ensemble. Singing and movement required.
Ballet experience a bonus.
Tap experience a bonus.
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