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Actors/Actresses for "The Music Man" the Musical

Corydon, IN, United States
ID: 300690Exp: 1/19/2026
Description:

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Casting call for Meredith Willson’s "The Music Man" the musical, looking for performers of all ages. See more details below. About the project: The show follows charismatic con man Harold Hill as he brings music, chaos, and unexpected love to River City, Iowa. Performers of all experience levels are welcome, from first-time auditioners to seasoned actors. Families are encouraged to audition together. Additional info: Callbacks: If needed, scheduled at a later date Preparation Requirements: Photo and résumé encouraged but not required Sing 16–32 bars of a musical theatre song Must sing with a Bluetooth device or personal accompaniment (no a cappella) Participate in a movement/dance audition Read from provided sides Complete an audition form and conflict sheet Dress appropriately to move Rehearsals & Commitment: Rehearsals held 3–4 times per week based on conflicts Tech week the week prior to opening No absences allowed during tech week or performances Performance Dates: April 9–12, 2026 April 17–19, 2026 If you are interested, please attend the auditions as scheduled.

13 roles

Harold HillMale30-59 y.o.All ethnicities

Charismatic traveling salesman Vocal Range: Ab2–F4

Marian ParooFemale25-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Stuffy librarian and music teacher Vocal Range: G3–A5

Mrs. ParooMale45-96 y.o.All ethnicities

Cheerful, plotting Irish widow Vocal Range: Ab3–Eb5

Winthrop ParooMale18-20 y.o.All ethnicities

Shy younger brother with a lisp Vocal Range: C4–Eb5 (child)

Marcellus WashburnMale18-20 y.o.All ethnicities

Harold’s friend Vocal Range: G2–A4 (age can vary)

Mayor ShinnMale18-20 y.o.All ethnicities

Blustery, self-important politician (age can vary)

Eulalie Mackecknie ShinnMale18-20 y.o.All ethnicities

Mayor’s gossipy wife Vocal Range: D4–D5 (age can vary)

Zaneeta ShinnMale18-20 y.o.All ethnicities

Sweet and daffy (teen)

Charlie CowellMale18-25 y.o.All ethnicities

Traveling salesman on to Harold Hill’s scheme (age can vary)

Tommy DjilasMale18-25 y.o.All ethnicities

Young man from the wrong side of town (teen)

THE QUARTETBoth genders18-96 y.o.All ethnicities

Ewart Dunlop (Tenor) – F3–F5 Oliver Hix (Baritone) – B2–F4 Jacey Squires (Tenor) – C3–C5 Olin Britt (Bass) – F2–C4

“PICK-A-LITTLE” LADIESMale18-45 y.o.All ethnicities

Alma Hix • Maud Dunlop • Ethel Toffelmier • Mrs. Squires

ENSEMBLE & SWINGSBoth genders18-96 y.o.All ethnicities

Constable Locke, Newspaper Readers, River City Townspeople, Traveling Salesmen Swings will learn multiple ensemble and principal tracks and step into roles as needed.

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