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Audition for Singing in "Cry Baby"

North East, MD, United States
ID: 283171Exp: 4/26/2025
Description:

Seeking cast for the "Cry Baby" the musical. See more details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: A rebellious blast of 1950s fun, Cry-Baby The Musical is based on the cult classic by John Waters. Follow Cry-Baby Walker and Allison Vernon-Williams as their worlds collide in a rocking satire of teen rebellion, class divides, and the unstoppable beat of rock 'n' roll. Additional info: CALLBACKS: Callbacks will be held on Monday, April 28th from 6:00–10:00 PM. ​Please prepare approximately 32 bars (60–90 seconds) of a song in the style of the show. REHEARSALS: Rehearsals begin mid-May and are based on cast and staff availability. Please submit all known conflicts at auditions. Typical rehearsal schedule: 2–4 times per week. Cecil College Holiday Closures: May 23–26 (Memorial Day Weekend) June 19 (Juneteenth) June 27–July 7 (Summer Break) Select rehearsals may be held off-campus during summer break—please note any additional conflicts. TECH WEEK: Tech week runs Sunday, August 3rd through Thursday, August 7th. No conflicts will be accepted during this time. PERFORMANCES: Opening: Friday, August 8th Additional performances: August 9, 10, 15, 16, & 17 Friday & Saturday shows: 7:30 PM Sunday matinees: 2:00 PM Possible additional matinees on Saturday, August 9th and/or 16th at 2:00 PM (to be confirmed by July). If interested, please apply.

16 roles

Wade "Cry-Baby" WalkerMale18-35 y.o.All ethnicities

B2–Bb4 Charismatic leader of the Drapes. Rebellious but tender-hearted.

Allison Vernon-WilliamsFemale18-35 y.o.All ethnicities

E3–Gb5 Intelligent, curious, and torn between worlds.

Mrs. Cordelia Vernon-WilliamsFemale40-70 y.o.All ethnicities

C3–Db5 Allison’s overbearing grandmother with comedic flair.

Dupree W. DupreeMale18-35 y.o.All ethnicities

B2–B4 Cry-Baby’s upbeat best friend and fellow Drape.

Baldwin BlandishMale18-35 y.o.All ethnicities

C3–G4 Allison’s square boyfriend, a straight-laced Whiffle.

Pepper WalkerFemale18-30 y.o.All ethnicities

A3–Eb5 Cry-Baby’s tough sister with a strong presence.

Wanda WoodwardFemale18-35 y.o.All ethnicities

A3–E5 Jayne Mansfield wannabe—bold and sincere.

Mona "Hatchet-Face" MalnorowskiFemale18-35 y.o.All ethnicities

A3–E5 Tough, intimidating, and fiercely loyal.

Lenora FrigidFemale18-35 y.o.All ethnicities

F#3–Gb5 Quirky, intense, and obsessed with Cry-Baby.

The WhifflesMale18-35 y.o.All ethnicities

G2–D4 Baldwin’s ambitious doo-wop crew.

Judge StoneBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

Father O’BrienMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

BailiffMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

Skippy WagstaffMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

Radio DJBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

Drape/SquareBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.