Singer Needed for Gig "Hairspray"
Auditions open for men and women in the musical production "Hairspray." Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Hairspray is a high-energy, heartwarming musical set in 1962 Baltimore. Tracy Turnblad, a plus-sized teenager with big dreams and even bigger hair, earns a spot on the popular Corny Collins Show. As she dances her way into stardom, Tracy sets out to fight for racial integration on the show, proving that everyone deserves a chance to shine. Filled with catchy songs, electrifying dances, and a powerful message of acceptance and equality, Hairspray is a celebration of love, individuality, and the unstoppable beat of progress. Additional info: Please come with a prepared song— Please bring a Karaoke version of your song on a Bluetooth-accessible device OR sheet music for the accompanist. We will have a Bluetooth speaker on hand. No monologues are necessary. Auditionees will learn a short movement combination, which will be sent out via email prior to the audition. Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended. Callbacks: Wednesday, February 5th – 6 pm Show Dates: April 4th – April 13th, 2025 EVEN IF YOU HAVE NO CONFLICTS – Print the conflict calendar, put your name at the top, and mark off any dates where you are unavailable. Please see the attachment for details. Note that rehearsals are often in the evenings during the weekdays (6 pm – 8:30 pm) with weekend rehearsal times will vary. If you are interested please apply.
20 roles
Our story's unsuspecting protagonist, she is large and in charge. Confident, talented, and incredibly determined. A romantic with a good heart and desire to cut up the dance floor. Always on top of the latest trends. This role should be played by a white actress. Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: G3
The charismatic host of the Corny Collins' Show. Good looking and smooth talking, he is a genuinely nice guy both on and off camera. Corny should be played by a white actor. Vocal range top: A4 Vocal range bottom: D3
Tracy's big and blonde mother. She is a working housewife who has lost her confidence and dream to be a plus-size clothing designer. Boisterous and commanding. Often played by a male in drag. This role should be played by a white performer. Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: F3
Tracy's best friend and dorky sidekick. Not the brightest girl, but she has good intentions. Bursting to get free of her mother's dominating control, she falls for Seaweed with childlike curiosity. This role should be played by a white actress. Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: A3
Amber's mother and the director of Corny Collin's show. She is a devious taskmaster and snobby racist. The former Miss Baltimore Crabs will go to any length to ensure her daughter is the next big thing. This role should be played by a white actress. Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: G3
Link's girlfriend and Tracy's nemesis. She is pretty, thin, shallow, snobby, and racist. Can't dance but is expected to win Miss Baltimore Hairspray. Always feels the need to be the center of attention. This role should be played by a white actress. Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: A3
The star heartthrob on Corny Collins' show. He is extremely attractive and talented. Hoping to get his big break with a recording contract, he unexpectedly falls for Tracy. This role should be played by a white actor. Vocal range top: A5 Vocal range bottom: G3
Tracy's classmate and friend, who is discriminated against due to his skin color. He is cocky but surprisingly lovable. Talented in song and dance. He falls for Penny. Seaweed should be played by a Black actor. Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: F3
Seaweed's little sister. Little Inez should be played by a Black actress.
Seaweed and Little Inez's mother, she also appears as the Guest DJ on the Corny Collin's Negro Day show. Big, blonde, beautiful and proud of it. She is sassy and confident. This role should be played by a Black actress. Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: F3
Tracy's simpleminded and kind father. He owns a joke shop and supports his daughter in spite of everything else. He also loves his wife, Edna, very much. This role should be played by a white actor. Vocal range top: A5 Vocal range bottom: A3
Penny's strict mother. Very conservative, controlling, and closed minded. This role should be played by a white actress. Vocal range top: B4 Vocal range bottom: D4
Ensemble. Corny Collins' Kids
Ensemble. Corny Collins' Kids
Ensemble. Corny Collins' Kids
Ensemble. Corny Collins' Kids
Ensemble. Corny Collins' Kids
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