"Music Man" Musical Needs Actors
Auditions for "Music Man" show. Seeking actors. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See the breakdown below. About the project: The Music Man follows fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys' band that he vows to organize – this, despite the fact that he doesn't know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian, the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain's fall. Additional info: Please note: there are participation fees. Call backs will be December 11th at 6:00 pm with the cast list released December 13th. No conflicts will be approved during tech rehearsals, March 10- March 19. If you are interested, please apply.
10 roles
A smooth talking con man who charms everyone he meets. Must have great comedic timing, great musical timing, good rhythm and movement, and excellent showmanship.
A stuffy, somewhat conceited young woman who has a lot of “book smarts” but not much life experience. Must have a clear strong soprano voice, and good rhythm and movement.
Marian’s mother, an Irishwoman with a heart of gold. Must be able to speak with a clear Irish accent.
A pompous, not too bright, hen-pecked politician. Must have good comedic timing.
The Mayor’s wife. A ridiculous, all important woman who runs the town through her husband. Must have great comedic timing.
Harold’s old sidekick who has settled into the small town life. Must have great comedic timing, a strong singing voice, and good rhythm and movement.
The local businessmen and school board. The Mayor’s men. They perform some of the most difficult songs in the show. Must have excellent singing voices, be strong and confident in holding harmonies, and have good comedic timing.
The wives of the quartet, and other “upstanding” ladies of the town. They go along with anything Mrs. Shinn says, and are quick to change their opinions when she changes hers. Must have good singing voices, and good comedic timing.
These men open the show with a difficult rhythmic “song.” They will also be townspeople in the remainder of the show. Must have excellent musical timing.
Must have good singing voices and good rhythm and movement.
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