Singing Audition for "National Pastime" Play
Audition for "National Pastime" Play. Looking to cast singers and performers. Please see the details below. About the project: National Pastime is a charming and fast-paced musical comedy with a vintage twist. Written by Tony Sportiello (book) and Al Tapper (music & lyrics), this feel-good show has been described as a throwback to a sweeter era of musical theatre, National Pastime is filled with toe-tapping numbers, romantic entanglements, and nostalgic charm. Set in Depression-era small-town Iowa, National Pastime transports audiences to a simpler time, when the local radio station WZBQ is the heartbeat of the community—but barely staying afloat. In a last-ditch effort to save the station, owner Barry Landis hatches a wild plan: fabricate broadcasts of a fictional, undefeated baseball team—the Baker City Cougars. The made-up games become an unexpected hit, turning the sleepy town into a hotbed of baseball fandom and media buzz. But how long can they keep up the ruse? Additional info: Bring one prepared song or ballad to sing at auditions. Music from the 1930s -1940s, great American song book selections are preferred. Be prepared for cold readings from the script. Headshots and resumes are not required, but welcome if you have one. Walk-ins are accepted at auditions. First Rehearsal/Read Through: TBD REHEARSALS: Rehearsals will be held from August 25th through September 25th on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, from 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM and Sundays from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM. No Rehearsal on Labor Day. LOAD IN & SET BUILD: September 28, 2025 TECH WK REHEARSALS: September 29 - October 1 from 6:30 PM - 10 PM DRESS REHEARSAL: October 2 at 6:30 PM PICK-UP REHEARSALS: October 9 & October 16 at 6:30 PM *Please do not audition if you have any conflicts with tech week or performance dates. SHOW DATES: Total of 9 shows : Friday, October 3rd at 8:00 PM Saturday, October 4th at 2:30 PM & 7:30 PM Friday, October 10th at 8:00 PM Saturday, October 11th at 2:30 PM & 7:30 PM Friday, October 17th at 8:00 PM Saturday, October 18th at 2:30 PM & 7:30 PM If interested, please apply.
11 roles
The passionate and resourceful manager of WZBQ Radio Station. He is determined to save the station and the town of Baker City from the economic hardships of the Depression. He develops a romantic relationship with Karen Sloan.
An attractive and sharp lawyer from Chicago, and the daughter of WZBQ's original owner. Initially, she is cynical about the station's prospects but eventually becomes a key player in the fake baseball scheme and falls in love with Barry.
Known as "The Golden Throat of Baker City," he is a sophisticated yet somewhat bombastic co-announcer at WZBQ. He has multiple degrees and is Marty's broadcasting partner.
Lawrence's co-announcer at WZBQ. He is portrayed as a kind and affable "hometown boy".
A sweet, good-natured local girl who works at WZBQ and harbors a long-standing affection for Lawrence.
The receptionist at WZBQ, she dreams of leaving Baker City to become a movie star in Hollywood.
A writer for Life magazine who becomes interested in the mysterious success of the Baker City Cougars.
A proud American representative from Major League Baseball who is intrigued by the Cougars' success and their "American values".
Two individuals recruited by Karen to impersonate fictional baseball players. Joe is assigned the role of the star center fielder.
Two individuals recruited by Karen to impersonate fictional baseball players. Joe is assigned the role of the star center fielder.
Three dynamic singers in the style of the Andrews Sisters.
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