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Dance Opportunities in "Jesus Christ Superstar" Show

Bridgeport, CT, United States
ID: 285581Exp: 7/13/2025
Description:

Looking for men and women for the "Jesus Christ Superstar" Show. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: A global phenomenon that has captivated audiences for over 50 years, Jesus Christ Superstar is the groundbreaking rock opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice that reimagines the final days of Jesus through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. With a dazzling score that fuses 1970s rock, gospel, funk, and folk, this iconic musical blends high-octane choreography, contemporary language, and timeless themes of fame, faith, revolution, and betrayal. From its legendary debut to its continued resonance today, Superstar is a bold and electrifying theatrical experience that asks us to see a familiar story in a radically human way. Rate: All roles are unpaid, volunteer opportunities. Additional info: Seeking non-union and local hires only. Please prepare one of the following: A 32-bar cut song from the show that best showcases your voice. OR A 32-bar cut a song of your choice that best shows your vocal range and fits the style of the show. You must provide your own printed sheet music with your cut clearly marked. Please make sure the sheet music is organized and legible for the accompanist. Please bring or wear clothes/shoes you can move in; you may be asked to stay and dance during the scheduled callback slot following your audition. Important Notes: Not everyone will be asked to dance. Not everyone will be called back for vocals. Being called back does not guarantee casting. Additionally, not being asked to dance or attend a callback does not mean you are not being considered. Rehearsal Schedule: Sundays: 6-10PM Weeknights: 6PM – 10PM Week 1: Sunday, August 10 – Wednesday, August 13 Week 2: Sunday, August 17 – Wednesday, August 20 Week 3: Sunday, August 24 – Wednesday, August 27 Week 4: Sunday, August 31 – Thursday, September 4 NO REHEARSAL Monday, September 1 – Labor Day Designer Run: 6 PM – 10 PM Thursday, September 4 Tech Week : September 7 – September 11 Tech Sunday: 12PM – 10PM (HOLD) Monday – Thursday: 6PM – 11PM First Dress: Wednesday, September 10 Final Dress: Thursday, September 11 Production Dates: September 12, 2025 – October 5th, 2025 If interested, please apply.

17 roles

Jesus ChristMale20-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Rock Tenor (A2–G5) Leader of the disciples; struggles with the burden of leadership and fate.

Judas IscariotMale20-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Rock Tenor (D3–D5) Apostolic betrayer; loyal but disillusioned by Jesus’s rise in fame.

Mary MagdaleneFemale20-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Mezzo-Soprano/Belter (F3–Eb5) Follower who falls in love with Jesus and struggles with that love.

Pontius PilateMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Mature Adult – Rock Baritone (A2–B4) Roman governor caught in moral conflict over Jesus’s fate.

CaiaphasMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Mature Adult – Bass (C#2–F4) High priest and primary antagonist; views Jesus as a threat to order.

AnnasFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Mature Adult – Tenor (G2–D5) Fellow priest and ally of Caiaphas; cunning and politically driven.

Peter SimonMale20-30 y.o.All ethnicities

Tenor (A2–G4) Disciple who denies Jesus three times.

Simon ZealotesMale20-30 y.o.All ethnicities

High Baritone (G3–B4) Radical apostle who urges Jesus to use force against Rome.

King HerodMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Baritone (C#3–G4) Comic relief; flamboyant and sarcastic ruler who mocks Jesus.

ApostlesBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble – All Vocal Ranges Strong rock/pop singers and movers. Will portray various roles including

LepersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble – All Vocal Ranges Strong rock/pop singers and movers. Will portray various roles including

Soul GirlsFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble – All Vocal Ranges Strong rock/pop singers and movers. Will portray various roles including

MerchantsBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble – All Vocal Ranges Strong rock/pop singers and movers. Will portray various roles including

SoldiersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble – All Vocal Ranges Strong rock/pop singers and movers. Will portray various roles including

ReportersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble – All Vocal Ranges Strong rock/pop singers and movers. Will portray various roles including

Temple FiguresBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble – All Vocal Ranges Strong rock/pop singers and movers. Will portray various roles including

UnderstudyBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble – All Vocal Ranges Strong rock/pop singers and movers. Will portray various roles including