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Cast for "Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" Musical

Manchester, TN, United States
ID: 289403Exp: 8/10/2025
Description:

Auditions for "Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" show. Looking for cast. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See more info below. About the project: Summary: “Sha la la, Joseph, you’re doing fine! You and your dreamcoat, ahead of your time!” One of the most enduring shows of all time, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a reimagining of the Biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colors. Told entirely through song with the help of a main character Narrator, the musical follows preferred son Joseph. After being sold into slavery by his brothers, he ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar, but ends up in jail after refusing the amorous advances of Potiphar’s wife. While imprisoned, Joseph discovers his ability to interpret dreams, and he soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubled, Elvis-inspired, Pharaoh. Joseph’s solution to Egypt’s famine elevates him to Pharaoh’s right-hand man and reunites him with his family. The magical musical is full of catchy songs in a variety of styles, from a parody of French ballads (“Those Canaan Days”), to country-western (“One More Angel in Heaven”) and calypso (“Benjamin Calypso”), along with the unforgettable classics “Any Dream Will Do” and “Close Every Door.” Appropriate for all audiences and groups, Joseph is performed hundreds of times a year by schools across North America, the U.K. and around the world. Additional info: 20+ adult singers/actors needed; ideally 10 men or more, and many women. Please prepare 60 to 90 seconds of a song in the style of the show. If you are interested in the role of Pharaoh, please also prepare a second song in the style of Elvis Presley. Please bring digital accompaniment; a speaker will be provided. Please wear appropriate shoes and clothing for a short dance audition. Please come to auditions prepared to list any conflicts between mid-August and November. Tech week (November 9 - 13) is mandatory. Callbacks (if necessary), Tuesday, August 12, 6 PM. Performance dates: November 14 - 16, 21 - 23​. If you are interested, please apply.

24 roles

JOSEPHMale18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Tenor – Eleventh and favorite son of Jacob. Confident and charming. Vocally strong.

NARRATOR(S)Both genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Tenor or Soprano – The audience’s guide through the story. The narrator tells Joseph’s story with words and song. Can command the stage while directing focus to story elements. Strong singer with great energy.

PHARAOHBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Baritone or Mezzo – Egypt’s ruler, considered a god on earth. Searching for the meaning behind his/her dreams. Portrayed as a world-famous rock star. Full of energy and confidence. May also be cast as a member of the greater ensemble.

POTIPHARMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Baritone – Rich, self-indulgent, and sophisticated Egyptian capitalist. Makes Joseph the leader of his household. Strong character actor with a powerful speaking voice. May also be cast as a member of the greater ensemble.

MRS. POTIPHARFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Alto – Indulgent and confident in her pursuit of what she wants, which at this time happens to be Joseph. May also be cast as a member of the greater ensemble.

JACOBMale40-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Baritone – Aged father of Joseph and his 11 brothers. Strong character actor who can sing and move well.

BUTLERBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Tenor or Mezzo – Pharaoh’s right hand. While in jail, Joseph interprets the Butler’s dreams to a positive outcome. May also be cast as a member of the greater ensemble.

BAKERBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Tenor or Mezzo – Head of Pharaoh’s kitchen. While in jail, Joseph interprets the Baker’s dreams to a less-than-positive outcome. May also be cast as a member of the greater ensemble.

REUBENMale18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

JOSEPH’S BROTHER: Jealous of Joseph being father’s favorite son. Skilled dancer and singer. Will also double as general ensemble in some scenes.

SIMEONMale18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

JOSEPH’S BROTHER: Jealous of Joseph being father’s favorite son. Skilled dancer and singer. Will also double as general ensemble in some scenes.

LEVIMale18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

JOSEPH’S BROTHER: Jealous of Joseph being father’s favorite son. Skilled dancer and singer. Will also double as general ensemble in some scenes.

NAPHTALIMale18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

JOSEPH’S BROTHER: Jealous of Joseph being father’s favorite son. Skilled dancer and singer. Will also double as general ensemble in some scenes.

ISSACHARMale18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

JOSEPH’S BROTHER: Jealous of Joseph being father’s favorite son. Skilled dancer and singer. Will also double as general ensemble in some scenes.

ASHERMale18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

JOSEPH’S BROTHER: Jealous of Joseph being father’s favorite son. Skilled dancer and singer. Will also double as general ensemble in some scenes.

DANMale18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

JOSEPH’S BROTHER: Jealous of Joseph being father’s favorite son. Skilled dancer and singer. Will also double as general ensemble in some scenes.

ZEBULUNMale18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

JOSEPH’S BROTHER: Jealous of Joseph being father’s favorite son. Skilled dancer and singer. Will also double as general ensemble in some scenes.

GADMale18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

JOSEPH’S BROTHER: Jealous of Joseph being father’s favorite son. Skilled dancer and singer. Will also double as general ensemble in some scenes.

BENJAMINMale18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

JOSEPH’S BROTHER: Jealous of Joseph being father’s favorite son. Skilled dancer and singer. Will also double as general ensemble in some scenes.

JUDAHMale18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

JOSEPH’S BROTHER: Jealous of Joseph being father’s favorite son. Skilled dancer and singer. Will also double as general ensemble in some scenes.

WIVESFemale18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Various ranges. The 11 wives of Joseph’s 11 brothers. Skilled dancers and singers. Will also double as general ensemble in some scenes.

IshmaelitesBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

ENSEMBLE: various ranges – actors, singers, and dancers.

EgyptiansBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

ENSEMBLE: various ranges – actors, singers, and dancers.

CanaanitesBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

ENSEMBLE: various ranges – actors, singers, and dancers.

Other Characters Within Joseph’s StoryBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

ENSEMBLE: various ranges – actors, singers, and dancers.