Casting Performers for Upcoming Productions

Soprano/Mezzo-Soprano with a strong belt, F3-F5) Vocal Type: Powerful mezzo-soprano with a strong belt (must soar on “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going”) Description: The original lead singer of The Dreamettes. Bold, brassy, deeply emotional, and immensely talented. Effie is confident but struggles with self-worth, body image, and heartbreak as she is pushed out of the spotlight. Requires powerhouse vocals and strong emotional range. "Dreamgirls"

(Mezzo-Soprano) Vocal Type: Smooth mezzo-soprano with pop sensibility Description: Quiet, elegant, and ambitious. Deena transforms from a shy backup singer to the polished lead of The Dreams and a media darling. She becomes the face of the group as her voice and image are deemed more "marketable" than Effie’s. Graceful and poised, with inner strength that emerges over time. "Dreamgirls"

(Soprano, D#4/Eb4-G5) Vocal Type: Light soprano or mezzo with strong mix/belt Description: The bubbly and flirtatious member of The Dreams. Lorrell is lively, optimistic, and often provides comic relief, though she experiences her own heartbreak. She’s involved in a long-term, secretive relationship with Jimmy Early. Needs strong comedic timing and warmth. "Dreamgirls"

(Tenor/Baritone) Vocal Type: Baritone with speaking-singing style Description: A slick and ambitious car salesman-turned-music manager who orchestrates the rise of The Dreams. Charismatic and driven, but ultimately manipulative and controlling. He’s romantically involved with both Effie and Deena at different points. Needs strong acting chops to balance charm and ruthlessness. "Dreamgirls"

Early (Tenor) Vocal Type: High-energy tenor with strong R&B/gospel flair Description: A flashy, energetic rhythm and blues star with strong stage presence. Equal parts Little Richard and James Brown. Jimmy is talented but erratic, caught between artistic integrity and commercial compromise. He’s tragic, wild, and heartbreakingly human. Requires excellent comic timing and pathos. "Dreamgirls"

(Soprano) Vocal Type: Mezzo-soprano Description: Joins The Dreams after Effie is pushed out. Polished and professional, she fits seamlessly into the rebranded group and ends up romantically involved with C.C. Can also understudy Deena. "Dreamgirls"

(Baritone) Vocal Type: Baritone (mostly non-singing role) Description: Jimmy Early’s longtime manager. Calm, loyal, and grounded, Marty is a protective presence who sees through industry manipulation. He later supports Effie’s return, serving as a voice of reason and integrity. Must deliver subtle power and paternal warmth. "Dreamgirls"

White (Tenor) Vocal Type: Tenor Description: Effie’s younger brother and a gifted songwriter. Sensitive and creative, C.C. begins as a loyal member of the team but is later seduced by Curtis's promises of fame. He struggles between ambition and staying true to his roots and sister. "Dreamgirls"

(Tenor/Baritone/Bass)/Ensemble Effie’s lawyer Represents Effie in legal matters, related to her disputes within the music industry and her group The Dreams "Dreamgirls"

(Tenor/Baritone/Bass)/Ensemble Initially a car salesman who works for Curtis Becomes a record producer/director Charming and approachable at first, but soon becomes one of Curtis’ henchman "Dreamgirls"

(Tenor/Baritone/Bass)/Ensemble Press agent, manages Jimmy Early and later The Dreams Handsome, charismatic, and ambitious "Dreamgirls"

(Tenor/Baritone/Bass)/Ensemble TV studio director "Dreamgirls"

(Tenor/Baritone/Bass)/Ensemble TV studio stage manager Reliable, no-nonsense person who is skilled at organization and problem solving "Dreamgirls"

(Soprano/Mezzo-Soprano/Alto)/Ensemble Backup singer for J.T. Early "Dreamgirls"

(Soprano/Mezzo-Soprano/Alto)/Ensemble Backup for J.T. Early "Dreamgirls"

(Tenor/Baritone/Bass)/Ensemble Master of Ceremonies at the Apollo Theatre Introduces acts and manages the show’s flow at the Apollo Theatre "Dreamgirls"

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Young woman shipwrecked on the shores of Illyria Disguises herself as a young man called Cesario Works for Orsino and eventually falls in love with him "Twelfth Night"

Wealthy heiress in Illyria Her father and brother have recently passed away, and she is still in mourning She falls in love with Cesario and rejects the love of Orsino "Twelfth Night"

Duke and governor of Illyria In love with Olivia, but grows fond of Cesario Egotistical and in love with the idea of being in love "Twelfth Night"

Related to Olivia A drunk Enjoys playing tricks on people "Twelfth Night"

Olivia’s steward, but hopes to rule the household as her husband one day Dislikes Sir Toby’s drunken behaviour Judgemental and insulting, disliked by others Does not smile "Twelfth Night"

Friends with Sir Toby Hopes to marry Olivia Very wealthy Generally regarded as foolish "Twelfth Night"

Olivia’s maid Looks out for Sir Toby and likes to impress him Gets on well with Feste "Twelfth Night"

(Must be able to sing) Olivia’s jester Incredibly witty and a talented musician "Twelfth Night"

Viola’s twin brother Rescued from the shipwreck by Antonio and thinks Viola drowned at sea "Twelfth Night"

A sea captain Rescues Sebastian from the shipwreck and quickly grows fond of him Follows Sebastian when they arrive in Illyria Was once in a sea battle against Orsino’s ships "Twelfth Night"

Loyal Helpful Native of Illyria Captain of the ships that Viola and Sebastian were traveling on "Twelfth Night"

One of Orsino’s attendants Seeks to distract Orsino "Twelfth Night"

One of Orsino’s attendants Sent to Olivia as a messenger of love, but is not allowed to speak to her "Twelfth Night"

Rule followers One recognizes Antonio from the sea-flight, the other does not Both arrest Antonio "Twelfth Night"

Servant or member of Olivia’s household Somewhat enigmatic figure Law student "Twelfth Night"

Sassy, big-hearted owner of the town’s go-to beauty shop Loves good gossip and never hesitates to share it with flair A glamorous Southern belle with a quick wit and endless advice "Steel Magnolias"

A timid and soft-spoken new hire at the beauty shop Arrives fragile and wide-eyed after personal upheaval, including a runaway husband and a missing wardrobe Kind, quirky, and quietly creative, with a surprising strength underneath Undergoes a heartfelt tansformation into a devout Christian, embracing her faith with sincerity and zeal "Steel Magnolias"

The prettiest girl in town, adored by all Young woman living with a chronic illness, but determined not to be defined by it Spirited, strong-willed, and occasionally rebellious, especially in response to her mother’s overprotectiveness "Steel Magnolias"

Well-to-do widow of the former mayor, and proud keeper of all things Chinquapin gossip Witty, charming, and always armed with a sarcastic remark Delights in stirring the pot, especially if it gets a rise out of her dear friend (and favorite target), Ouiser "Steel Magnolias"

Wealthy, eccentric, and unapologetically grumpy—Chinquapin’s most colorful curmudgeon Blunt, brash, and often barking, but underneath it all is a deeply loyal and fiercely loving friend Has a long-suffering friendship with Clairee and a soft spot for the women at the beauty shop, though she’d never admit it "Steel Magnolias"