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"Stranger Sings: The Parody Musical" Seeking Cast

Orlando, FL, United States
ID: 287175Exp: 6/19/2025
online audition
Description:

Playhouse is seeking actors for upcoming production of "Stranger Sings: The Parody Musical". ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Please see the details below. About the project: A hilarious ‘upside down’ take on the hit Netflix series - and all its campy 1980s glory. Rate: All roles are paid a flat stipend. Additional info: Seeking Non-AEA actors at this time. Rehearsals: August 4th - September 11th Tech Week: September 13th - 18th Shows: September 19th - October 5th, and a TBD Halloween performance. If you are interested, please apply.

8 roles

LUCAS/EIGHT/ERICAMale18-25 y.o.African-American

To play a 12-year-old, Tenor (D3-B4). The skeptic of the group, he is hard to win over but is as loyal as they come. Ready for battle with the DEMOGORGON at any time. Must have good PHYSICAL comedic timing.

MIKEMale18-25 y.o.All ethnicities

Plays a 12-year-old, Tenor (D3-Bb4). Mike is the fearless leader of the group. While on a mission to rescue his best friend, Will, he gets sidetracked by possible romantic feelings for ELEVEN. Strong movement ability preferred. Must have good comedic timing.

DUSTINMale18-25 y.o.All ethnicities

Plays a 12-year-old, Tenor (B2-Bb4). Talkative yet wise-cracking, Dustin has a heart of gold that shines through his big smile that goes directly with his big personality. You can’t help but love him and agree with him on everything he says. He has a lisp. Strong movement ability preferred. Must have good comedic timing.

ELEVEN/NANCY/ROBINBoth genders18-25 y.o.All ethnicities

Plays a 12 yo, Alto (F#3-E5). Female presenting. She has telekinetic powers and a whole lot of Daddy issues. Alto with High Belt (F3-F5). A smart and curious high schooler who thinks the world revolves around her and her love life. Must have good comedic timing. Strong movement ability and jazz skills are a plus.

JOYCEBoth genders25-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Female-presenting, Mezzo with Belt (Ab3-F5). She also may have a few screws loose. Strong Winona Ryder impression is a plus. Must have good comedic timing. Also doubles as and puppeteers [WILL] 12-years-old, Tenor (C3-A4) or Alto (F#3 to F5). Kidnapped by the DEMOGORGON, Will may seem wimpy and a tad pathetic, but his resilience to stay alive and pursue big dreams is unparalleled. Must have good comedic timing. Puppeteering skills are a plus.

HOPPERBoth genders25-45 y.o.All ethnicities

Male presenting, Baritone (A2-F#3). A Sheriff of Hawkins, he is an alcoholic with his own emotional baggage but is driven to uncover the truth behind WILL's disappearance. Looking for that “something more," he finds comfort in JOYCE's off-beat personality as she looks for her son. Strong movement ability preferred and strong rock falsetto a plus. Must have good comedic timing.

STEVE/JONATHAN/Dr. BRENNERBoth genders18-30 y.o.All ethnicities

Plays a 17-year-old, male presenting, Tenor (E3-falsetto E5). The high school heartthrob with the most glorious hair you’ve ever seen. Also plays the outcast at school, he will stop at nothing to find his younger brother, WILL. He seems to be doing just fine on his own…that is until NANCY starts to notice him. Must have good comedic timing & strong movement ability.

BARBBoth genders18-30 y.o.All ethnicities

Plays a 16-year-old, female-presenting, Alto with High Belt (G3-E5). She is the frumpy best friend who always seems to be forgotten. Hopelessly awkward and a bit naïve…that is until her best friend’s betrayal brings out her inner Regina George. This role calls for a STAR. Improv skills a plus. Strong movement ability preferred. Must have good comedic timing.