Singing Audition for "Singin’ in the Rain" Play
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Seeking performers for musical "Singin’ in the Rain". More details are below. About the musical: Adapted from the 1952 film of the same name, Singin’ in the Rain portrays the transition from the silent film era to the new “talkies”. After the popularity of the first feature length talking film, The Jazz Singer, movie studios are forced to quickly change how they make films in order to accommodate sound. When Monumental Studios is forced to turn their silent film The Dueling Cavalier into the talkie The Dancing Cavalier, they have one problem: the star Lina Lamont can’t sing, and has a voice that sounds like nails on a chalkboard. As a result, the film’s other star, Don Lockwood, and his best friend Cosmo Brown, decide to use aspiring young actress Kathy Selden to provide her voice, calling into question what it means to act, how credit is distributed, and what it means to get a fair go in the movie business. Additional information: Performance Dates: May 22, 23, 27, 28, 29 at 7:30 pm, Matinees on Sunday May 24 and 30 at 2:00 pm. Tech Week: May 17-21. Media Day: Monday, April 20. Rehearsal start date: Monday February 9. Rehearsal Days: Sundays, Mondays and Wednesdays 6:30-9:30. A detailed rehearsal schedule will be sent out, outlining the rehearsal commitments at least 2 weeks in advance. All cast must be available for Media Day, Tech week and all shows. This production is dance-intensive, and all characters will participate in choreographed movement. While dance plays an important role in the show, directors encourage performers of all skill levels to audition. You do not need to be a trained or professional dancer — directors are simply looking for individuals who can move confidently and express character through movement. If you're interested, please apply.
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A suave Hollywood actor and dancer who started in Vaudeville and now must make the transition from silent to talking films. Cosmo’s best friend and Lina’s regular co-star, he falls in love with Kathy. Baritone (G2-Ab4). Charismatic, romantic, and comedic triple threat.
An earnest, talented actress with wit and charm. She falls in love with Don and performs as Lina’s speaking and singing voice in the second film. Mezzo (G3-F5). Strong triple threat with “it” factor who can play strength and vulnerability simultaneously.
Wacky and playful on-set pianist for silent films. Don’s best friend and former dance partner in Vaudeville. Tenor/Baritone (C3-Ab4). A strong physical comedic triple threat.
A seemingly ditzy silent film diva with a big personality and harshly unpleasant voice. She is Don’s regular co-star, and shows a ruthless, cunning streak to protect her status with the transition to talking films. Mezzo (C4-Eb5). Strong comedic character actor, who can sing off key intentionally.
A successful, magnanimous, film producer. He leads the other characters in creating a new movie musical. No vocal requirement but would be an asset. Commanding character actor.
A famous film director with theatrical mannerisms and tendencies. Frequently frazzled and works with Lina and Don. No vocal requirement but would be an asset. Strong comedic actor.
A flapper socialite and actress on her ninth marriage. She is Lina’s friend and informant. Will double in ensemble. Comedic character actor who can dance and sing.
A Hollywood gossip columnist, based on Louella Parsons.Will Double in ensemble. Comedic character actor. Singing is an asset.
Diction coach who desperately tries to help Lina get ready for the Talkies. “Rrround tones!” Must be able to roll their “Rs”.
Helps Don Lockwood get ready for Talkies. Must be able to roll their “Rs”.
A tenor with a golden voice who sings “Beautiful Girls”. Tenor Db3-Ab4.
Ensemble Role. Don Lockwood as a kid. Singing and movement an asset.
Ensemble Role. Cosmo Brown as a kid. Singing and movement an asset.
Ensemble Role. Be ready to have some fun doing “silent screen acting”.
Ensemble Role. An excitable film agent. He works for Simpson.
Ensemble Role. Great comedic trio that follows Roscoe Dexter around like their life depends on it.
Ensemble Role. Great comedic trio that follows Roscoe Dexter around like their life depends on it.
Ensemble Role. Great comedic trio that follows Roscoe Dexter around like their life depends on it.
Ensemble Role. Looking for an older comedic actor who can do a lot with few lines.
Ensemble Role. Director who spots Kathy Selden's talent during the filming of ”Beautiful Girls” and helps to advance her career.
Ensemble Role. Helps with the transition to Talkies; needs to do be able to do a great scream!
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