"Little Miss Sunshine" New Musical Needs Cast
Seeking local actors/singers for "Little Miss Sunshine", a new musical based on the film. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See more info below. About the project: "The Hoover family has seen better days. Richard, the father, is a floundering motivational speaker, Grandpa’s been kicked out of his retirement home, and Uncle Frank’s been dumped by his boyfriend. Moody teenager Dwayne has taken a vow of silence, and overextended mom Sheryl can do little more than slap on a smile. When the youngest Hoover, energetic Olive, enters a regional children’s beauty pageant, the family wonders if their luck could change. They pile into an old VW bus and set off on a cross-country trek, chasing the coveted title of “Little Miss Sunshine.” A heartwarming and hilarious musical adaptation of the beloved Academy Award-winning film, LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE celebrates the power of love, determination, and the joy of following your dreams, no matter the obstacles. With outrageously funny characters and an upbeat and catchy score, this delightful production will leave you cheering for the underdog and believing in the magic of family." Rate: The Theatre operates under an SPT agreement with Actors Equity Association. Equity members are encouraged to audition and will be considered for any role. SPT rates under current contract are $375/week plus health and pension. Non-equity rates are $375/week. Additional info: PREPARATION: Please prepare a one-minute contemporary monologue and a 16-bar cut of a song from a contemporary musical. Please bring sheet music in the correct key for the accompanist. Rehearsals will begin on or around May 5. The general schedule will be 5 days a week, with weekday rehearsals taking place from 6-10 p.m. and weekend rehearsals from 1-5 p.m. Shows: June 6 to 29. If you are interested, please apply.
7 roles
Olive’s mom, a loving but stressed woman trying to hold the family together. She is practical but emotional and balances warmth with a no-nonsense attitude. Vocal range: G5-A3
Olive’s dad, a struggling motivational speaker obsessed with winning. He tries to maintain a positive outlook but often feels out of his depth. Vocal range: A4-A2
Olive’s fun-loving and foul-mouthed grandfather. He’s rebellious and full of life, providing comic relief and poignant moments. Age: 60s to 70s Vocal range: E4-A2
Sheryl’s brother, an academic recovering from a suicide attempt after losing both his lover and career. Witty and sardonic, he’s a mix of humor and vulnerability. Vocal range: E4-A2
(Also plays Buddy Dean Gardner and Doctor). A Proust Scholar who stole Frank’s lover. Vocal range: A4-E2
(Also plays Linda). Co-host of the Little Miss Sunshine finals. Vocal range: D5-A3
(Also plays Kirby and Funeral Home Worker). Frank’s old beau and former graduate student. Vocal range: E4-C2
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