Singing Audition for "Something Rotten!" Show
The company is holding auditions for "Something Rotten!" and looking for performers, please see the details below. About the project: Welcome to the Renaissance and the outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce, Something Rotten. Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self…and all that jazz. Please note that this show contains kissing, sexual innuendo, some swearing, and a dangerous amount of iambic pentameter. Consider it PG-13. Additional info: SHOW DATES: August 14-16 at 7:30 PM August 17 at 2:30 PM What to Prepare: Prepare 32 bars of a song in the style of the show (songs from the show are allowed!). You may bring sheet music or an instrumental track. Auditions will consist of: Singing Cold reads from the script A brief dance component Most roles involve some tap—directors are happy to teach if you're willing to learn! A tap ensemble will also be cast. Tap shoes are not required for the audition. Please wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes. Bring a list of conflicts from June 8 through August 17, including any other production commitments.
13 roles
A frustrated Renaissance writer at his wit’s end, trapped in Shakespeare’s shadow. Passionate, at times goofy, and competitive. Nigel’s older brother and Bea’s husband. Baritone. Tap experience a plus.
An adorably sincere, sometimes awkward poet. Initially he’s very nervous and humble, yet slowly gains confidence through poetry and love over the course of the show. High Baritone/Tenor.
A strutting, swaggering, Renaissance Rockstar. Preferably will use an English accent. Witty, smouldering. High Baritone/Tenor. Tap experience a plus.
A capable and charismatic woman determined to live her own way in Elizabethan England (even at times dressing as a man). Suffers no fools, except sometimes Nick, because she loves him. Nick’s wife. Mezzo Soprano, belter.
A bright young Puritan woman who can’t help her passionate love of poetry. Romantic, a dreamer, and knows what she wants. Soprano with healthy mix.
A soothsayer who can predict the future…almost…kinda. Goofy at times, wise at others. Tap experience a plus, but not required. Music written for a Baritone.
A tightly, tightly laced Puritan who despises playwrights, poets, and all things “ungodly”. Portia’s father. Tenor/Baritone.
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