Seeking Cast for Production of "Next to Normal"
"Next to Normal" show casting actors. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See more info below. About the project: "Dad’s an architect; Mom rushes to pack lunches and pour cereal; their daughter and son are bright, wise-cracking teens, appearing to be a typical American family. And yet their lives are anything but normal because the mother has been battling bipolar disorder for 16 years. Next to Normal takes audiences into the minds and hearts of each character, presenting their family’s story with love, sympathy and heart." Additional info: Requirements: Prepare one solo song in the style of the show. An accompanist will be provided. Auditions will also include side readings and a short dance combination. Performance Dates: June 20 & 21 at 8pm June 21& 22 at 2pm If you are interested, please apply.
6 roles
Delusional, bipolar, and depressed. The sexiness of her yesterdays has only recently begun to soften. She is determined to make her family perfect but is tortured by a death in the family. Vocal Range: mezzo/belter.
Diana & Dan’s son. Dashing, athletic, and bright. He is a playful man and everything a mother could imagine. Vocal Range: tenor.
Diana’s husband. He is handsome and genuine. Though a constant in Diana’s tumultuous life, he has grown tired and weary of her antics. Vocal Range: bari/tenor.
Diana & Dan’s troubled daughter. An accomplished pianist and hardworking student, her struggles are exacerbated by her mother’s behavior. She greatly admires Henry. Vocal Range: mezzo/belter.
Natalie’s classmate. The all-around musician, philosopher, and slacker. He has an intoxicating capacity for sympathy and romance. Vocal Range: tenor.
Diana’s handsome psychiatrist. Quite assured in his practice and considered somewhat of a rock star. Vocal Range: tenor.