Singing Audition for "Follies: Concert Version"
The company is holding auditions for "Follies: Concert Version" and looking for performers, please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Additional info: Please prepare a 60-second cut of a song from a pre-1990 musical that best showcases your voice. An accompanist will be provided; please bring sheet music in your key. A Capella or track singing is not permitted. Please resist the urge to audition with a Sondheim song; singing a song from the show is not encouraged. Auditions will include cold readings. Callbacks: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 7-9:30pm Callbacks will consist of singing song selections from the show and a dance combo for female-identifying performers. A YouTube video of the dance combination will be made available to registered auditioners on or after April 16, 2025. Please be prepared for movement. If you are not invited to callbacks, this does not mean that you will not be cast in the show. You will be notified of callbacks asap to help you prepare. Important Mandatory Dates: Saturday, May 3, 9:30 am – noon: Possible First Read-Through Rehearsals will be determined based on cast availability on Saturdays mornings or afternoons, Sunday evenings, and Monday-Thursdays evenings (TBD) (if not listed on conflict sheet) June 14 9am – 3pm: Sitz Probe (time and date subject to change; TBD) Tech week: Monday, June 16 – Thursday, June 19 (Keep in mind these are usually later nights) Thursday, June 19: Preview Night Friday, June 20: Opening Night Shows continue Thursday through Sunday until June 29. Thursday/Friday/Saturday performances are 7:30 pm. Sundays are 2pm matinees Sunday, June 29 Closing and Strike – All cast and crew are expected to participate (followed by dinner/party Please apply if interested.
25 roles
Sophisticated retired follies showgirl, married to Ben. Sings “Could I Leave You?” and “The Story of Lucy and Jessie.” F3-E5
Perky retired follies showgirl, married to Buddy, in love with Ben. Sings “In Buddy’s Eyes” and “Losing My Mind.” F3-G5
Lawyer, writer, and former politician, married to Phyllis. Sings “The Road You Didn’t Take” and “Live, Laugh, Love.” A2-F4
Traveling salesman, specializing in oil; married to Sally. Sings: “The Right Girl” and “Buddy’s Blues.” C3-F4
Broadway showgirl. Sings “You’re Gonna Love Tomorrow.” B3-E5
Broadway performer. Sings “Love Will See Us Through.” C4-G5
Law student, young and ambitious. Sings “You’re Gonna Love Tomorrow.” C3-F4
Law student, young and carefree. Sings “Love Will See Us Through.” C3-G4
Retired performer, who danced and sang with her husband Theodore. Sings “Rain on the Roof.” B3-D5
Retired performer, who danced and sang with his wife Emily. Sings “Rain on the Roof.” D4-A5
Energetic former follies showgirl and dancer. French accent preferred. Sings “Ah, Paris!” C#3-G4
Retired performer and board treader. Sings “Broadway Baby.” G3-B4
Retired performer and dancer. Sings “Who’s That Woman?” E3-D5
Actress and former movie star. Sings “I’m Still Here.” E3-B4
Retired performer and former glamour girl. Sings “One More Kiss.” D4-G5
Retired Broadway singer. Sings “Beautiful Girls.” E3-A4
The fabled impresario behind the follies.
Ghost or memory of Heidi. Sings “One More Kiss” with Heidi. E4-A5 (E4-D6)
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