Seeking Performers for 2025 Summer Series
The company is holding auditions for 2025 Summer Series, please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: "THE COLOR PURPLE" June 27 – July 6, 2025 "GREASE" August 15 – 24, 2025 Rate: One-time stipends range from $1000-$1500 per contract, dependent on role and swing tracks. Additional info: What to prepare: -32 bars of a song in the style of THE COLOR PURPLE or GREASE Callbacks will be a mix of live and digital based on the availability of the auditionee and production staff. In-person callbacks for GREASE will take place in the evening on Sunday, February 23 and callbacks for THE COLOR PURPLE will take place in the evening on Monday, February 24. When applying, please include a 1-2 minute video showcasing your dance/movement abilities Resume Headshot
10 roles
(Mezzo-Soprano, Alto) Vulnerable, spirited, introverted, mischievous, she has a deep, hard soul, and a sense of humor which is sometimes wicked. Needs a great belt singing voice with lots of soul. "THE COLOR PURPLE"
(Baritone/Bass) Celie’s husband. Like Celie, a deep well. Handsome, big, masculine, strong presence, dominating, capable of brutal behavior but also a victim in his own way. Needs a great singing voice. "THE COLOR PURPLE"
(Tenor) Mister’s vulnerable, confused, good-hearted son. Represents the new generation. Needs a great tenor singing voice. "THE COLOR PURPLE"
(Alto) Powerful warrior woman. A great sense of humor, touching, vulnerable. Married to Harpo, she does not let anyone mistreat her. Needs a great belt singing voice. "THE COLOR PURPLE"
(Mezzo/Soprano) Celie’s younger sister. Attractive, adventuresome, feisty spirit, maternal, educated and knowledgeable. Needs a great belt singing voice with African influence. "THE COLOR PURPLE"
(Alto) A popular singer. Attractive, confident, dynamic, powerful, irresistible, but has a frailty, like a wounded animal. Needs a knockout, Bessie Smith-style, bluesy singing voice. "THE COLOR PURPLE"
(Soprano) Harpo’s lover after Sofia leaves him. Attractive, sassy, fiery, strong-willed, unafraid to take anybody on, has a caring heart. She is of mixed ancestry. Needs comic chops and a great singing voice with belt and soprano capability. "THE COLOR PURPLE"
(All singing ranges) Need strong singing voices and dynamic personalities to play various roles in the ensemble. The ensemble includes a trio known as Church Ladies, busybody types who are featured throughout the show. "THE COLOR PURPLE"
A no-nonsense, serious, loud English teacher. "GREASE"
(Range: Tenor, G4-E5) A typical ‘teen audience’ disc jockey; slick, egotistical and fast-talking. "GREASE"
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