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Seeking Cast for "Groundhog Day" the Musical

Williamstown, NJ, United States
ID: 294064Exp: 10/26/2025
Description:

"Groundhog Day" the musical seeking non-equity actors. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See more info below. About the project: SYNOPSIS: Groundhog Day: The Musical follows cynical TV weatherman Phil Connors, sent to cover Punxsutawney’s quirky Groundhog Day—only to wake up trapped reliving February 2nd again…and again..and again. At first, he indulges every impulse; then the emptiness hits. With the earnest Rita Hanson providing a moral compass, Phil learns to listen, help his neighbors, and choose love over ego. Rate: A small stipend will be paid based on opening night sales. Additional info: WHAT TO PREPARE: 16-32 bars in a pop-rock style. (A song from the show is fine) A song that includes patter with an emphasis on diction is appreciated. The funnier the better! There will be a dance call for the audition. Come prepared to dance. Some roles require character-type dancing and comedic physicality, so singers who move well are encouraged to audition. Callbacks (by invitation only) Wednesday, October 29th @ 7pm. Rehearsals start date to be determined. Rehearsal Days: Sundays, Mondays and Wednesdays Performance Dates: January 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 25th, 29th, 30th, 31st February 1st, 5th, 6th, 7th. If you are interested, please apply.

26 roles

PHIL CONNORSMale30-49 y.o.All ethnicities

Lead; baritone/tenor (A2–A4; optional Bb4); Acerbic, charming, deeply flawed - but becomes genuinely compassionate. Heavy singing/scene work; strong comedy and fast patter; carries the arc. Confident mover; brief dance.

RITA HANSONFemale26-39 y.o.All ethnicities

Lead; mezzo with mix (G3–E5); Smart associate producer; grounded, romantic but no pushover. Warm belt/mix, legit top. Movement: light dance. Chemistry with Phil is key.

LARRYMale30-49 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured; baritenor (A2–G4); Cameraman with deadpan wit and big heart. Comic timing; some singing/ensembles. Minimal movement.

NED RYERSON/HEALERMale30-59 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured; tenor (B2–A4); Over-friendly insurance salesman; also doubles as a new-age healer in “Stuck.” Broad comedic chops; quick-change ability. Funny, character dance.

BUSTER (Groundhog Day MC)Male40-69 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured; baritone (A2–F4); Folksy master of ceremonies/Elder. Ringmaster energy; clear diction for ceremonial bits.

NANCY TAYLORFemale20-39 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured; mezzo/soprano (A3–E5); Magnetic small-town beauty; delivers Act II opener “Playing Nancy.” Needs charm, vulnerability, and a pop-theatre sound. Light dance.

MRS. LANCASTER/ENSEMBLEFemale50-79 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured; mezzo/alto (G3–C5); B&B host—sweet, slightly offbeat; comic timing. Sings ensemble.

GUSMale30-59 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured; baritone (A2–E4); One of Phil’s bar buddies in “Nobody Cares.” Earthy vocals; comic chemistry with Ralph.

RALPH/BARTENDER BILLYMale20-49 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured; tenor/baritenor (A2–G4); Gus’s partner-in-crime; also plays the bartender. Strong comic chops; ensemble vocals.

TownspeopleBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

ENSEMBLE TRACKS (6–10+) — This is a Pop-rock ensemble; strong blend & quick part learning. Movement ranges from stylized traffic to festive crowd dance; a few performers should be comfortable with lifts/basic partnering.

EldersBoth genders50-56 y.o.All ethnicities

ENSEMBLE TRACKS (6–10+) — This is a Pop-rock ensemble; strong blend & quick part learning. Movement ranges from stylized traffic to festive crowd dance; a few performers should be comfortable with lifts/basic partnering.

Diner StaffBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

ENSEMBLE TRACKS (6–10+) — This is a Pop-rock ensemble; strong blend & quick part learning. Movement ranges from stylized traffic to festive crowd dance; a few performers should be comfortable with lifts/basic partnering.

Festival CrowdBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

ENSEMBLE TRACKS (6–10+) — This is a Pop-rock ensemble; strong blend & quick part learning. Movement ranges from stylized traffic to festive crowd dance; a few performers should be comfortable with lifts/basic partnering.

Ceremony TeamBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

ENSEMBLE TRACKS (6–10+) — This is a Pop-rock ensemble; strong blend & quick part learning. Movement ranges from stylized traffic to festive crowd dance; a few performers should be comfortable with lifts/basic partnering.

“Stuck” ExpertsBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

ENSEMBLE TRACKS (6–10+) — This is a Pop-rock ensemble; strong blend & quick part learning. Movement ranges from stylized traffic to festive crowd dance; a few performers should be comfortable with lifts/basic partnering.

OthersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

ENSEMBLE TRACKS (6–10+) — This is a Pop-rock ensemble; strong blend & quick part learning. Movement ranges from stylized traffic to festive crowd dance; a few performers should be comfortable with lifts/basic partnering.

DEBBIEFemale20-39 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured; mezzo (A3–D5); Engaged (and later newlywed) townsperson; sweet, sincere. Will be chosen from the ensemble.

FREDMale20-39 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured; tenor (B2–G4); Debbie’s fiancé/husband; affable. Will be chosen from the ensemble.

SHERIFF/PRIESTMale30-69 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured; baritone (A2–E4); Authoritative but kind; doubles as Priest in “Stuck.” Will be chosen from the ensemble.

DEPUTY/AA PERSONBoth genders20-59 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured; any vocal (A2–E4 approx.); Comic foil; pops in the car-chase scene; doubles in “Stuck.” Will be chosen from the ensemble.

MRS. CLEVELAND/PIANO TEACHER/SCIENTOLOGISTFemale40-69 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured; mezzo (G3–D5); Multiple comic cameos; quick-change reliability. Will be chosen from the ensemble.

MR. CLEVELAND/ELDER/OLD JENSONMale40-79 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured; baritone (A2–E4); Townie cameos including the beggar Phil later helps. Will be chosen from the ensemble.

DORIS (Waitress)/ENSEMBLEFemale20-59 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured; mezzo (A3–C5); Warm presence; anchors diner scenes. Will be chosen from the ensemble.

JOËLLE/NURSE/ENSEMBLEFemale20-49 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured; any vocal; Quick tracks through “Stuck” and hospital beats. Will be chosen from the ensemble.

CHUBBY MAN/PRIEST/ELDERMale20-59 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured; any vocal; Early-morning hallway gag and festival presence; comic timing. Will be chosen from the ensemble.

STORM CHASERS (2)Both genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured cameos/ensemble; any vocal - High-energy bit roles; quick in/out. Will be chosen from the ensemble.