Singing Audition for "White Christmas" Play
The company is looking for performers for production of "White Christmas". More details are below. Additional information: Directors will ask you to sing 16-32 bars of a classic showtune. Please bring sheet music, as an accompanist will be provided. A cappella singing will not be allowed. You may be asked to attend callbacks on Wednesday, September 10, at 6 PM, in which you will be asked to sing from the score and read sides from the script. Performances will take place on November 7, 8, 13, 14 & 15 at 8 PM and November 9 & 16 at 2 PM. Please dress comfortably and wear appropriate footwear, as the audition will include a dance portion. Those who can tap dance are especially needed. Rehearsals will take place on Monday through Thursday, from 6 PM-9 PM, starting September 15. You are not required to attend all rehearsals; however, you are required to attend all tech rehearsals on (November 3-6).
11 roles
A major singing star, Bob is the guiding force behind the song and dance team of Wallace and Davis. Despite occasional gruffness, he is a deeply kind and principled man who is searching for true love. Baritone.
The fun-loving song-and-dance partner of the team, Wallace and Davis. An irrepressible clown, operator, and incorrigible ladies’ man who has a boyish charm and sex appeal. Strong ballroom, jazz, and tap-dancing skills are needed. Baritone-tenor.
Sensible, responsible half of the Haynes sisters act. Classic elegance of quiet beauty and charm with a rich chest mix and soprano extension. Must move well.
Younger, more ambitious, and slightly scheming, the other sister. Wholesome and adorable, sexy and flirty. Strong jazz and tap dancer. Strong singer with a chest mix.
Retired Army general with a curmudgeonly military exterior, adjusting to retired life in post-WWII America. Precise and orderly, a man of integrity.
Once a Broadway star, now the General’s housekeeper. Very dry wit and frank with a wisecracking sense of humor. Strong singer and mover, Broadway belter.
Jokester, Army buddy of Bob and Phil’s, now a major television executive. Fast talking, loud, brash New York professional with a good head on his shoulders.
Practical, the ultimate laid-back New Englander. A man of few words.
Bob and Phil’s Stage Manager. Can be overly dramatic and often hysterical, but gets the job done.
Young Character woman to play Bob and Phil’s secretary. Mezzo-soprano, belter.
Adults and high school students to play assorted speaking roles as well as being a strong singing ensemble. Strong in Ballroom, Jazz, and Tap. The dance style is inspired by the 1950s Hollywood movie musical era.
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