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Dance Opportunities in "Caroline, or Change" Show

Bethesda, MD, United States

ID: 316526Exp: 8/4/2026

Description:

Performers wanted for "Caroline, or Change" show. See the breakdown below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Additional info: Community theater production. All roles are open and unpaid. Vocal audition: prepare one 30–60 second musical theatre song in the style of the show. Do not sing a song from Caroline, or Change. An accompanist will be provided. Bring clearly labeled sheet music in a book or binder. Callbacks: Saturday, August 8th, 11:00 AM–3:00 PM, by invitation only. Dance audition at callbacks only. Arrive dressed to move. Dance shoes recommended but not required. Tile floors at the audition venue. Performance dates: October 31 and November 6, 7, 13, 14 at 7:30 PM; November 1, 8, and 15 at 2:00 PM at the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre, Rockville, MD. Actors must be available for all performances and tech week. No conflicts with show dates accepted. Rehearsals begin late August, typically 3–5 days a week: Monday–Thursday 7:00–10:00 PM and Saturdays 10:00 AM–3:00 PM, with occasional Sundays. Load-in and tech rehearsals: weekend of October 24th. Brush-up rehearsals November 5th and 12th. Cast members are responsible for obtaining proper footwear and their own makeup. If interested, please apply.

13 roles

Caroline ThibodeauxBoth genders35-45 y.o.African-American

Works as a maid to the Gellman family. She is a divorcee with four children and resistant to change in the world. Bitter, tired, devoted. Role portrayed by a Black Female Identifying performer Vocal range top: E3 - E5

Stuart GellmanBoth genders30-40 y.o.White / Caucasian

Noah's father and Rose's new husband. He is also Caroline's employer. He has trouble connecting to his son and new wife. Role portrayed by Male Identifying performer Portrayed Age: 30 to 40 Vocal range top: B3 - G5

Rose Stopnick GellmanBoth genders35-45 y.o.White / Caucasian

An old friend of the Gellman's and Stuart's new wife. She has recently moved to the South. Role portrayed by a Female Identifying performer Portrayed Age: 35 to 45 Vocal range top: G3 - E5

Mr. StopnickBoth genders65-75 y.o.White / Caucasian

Rose's father is from New York City. A politically progressive man with dissenting opinions. Role portrayed by a Male Identifying performer Vocal range top: F3 - E5

Grandma GellmanBoth genders55-65 y.o.White / Caucasian

Stuart's mother and Noah's grandmother. She is concerned for her son's melancholy and an admirer of his new wife. Role portrayed by a Female Identifying performer Vocal range top: G3 - E5

Grandpa GellmanBoth genders60-70 y.o.White / Caucasian

Stuart's father and Noah's grandfather. He is aloof to the changes occurring in the South. Role portrayed by a Male Identifying performer Vocal range top: G3 - E5

Dotty MoffettBoth genders25-35 y.o.African-American

Caroline's high-spirited friend and fellow maid. A drinker and smoker, she is routinely admonished by Caroline for her behavior. Role portrayed by a Female Identifying performer Portrayed Age: 25 to 35 Vocal range top: F3 - D5

Washing MachineBoth genders20-96 y.o.African-American Latino / Hispanic Other Asian Middle Eastern Native American Pacific Islander Indian/South Asian

Part narrator, part friend, and part subconscious to Caroline and her story. Role portrayed by a Female Identifying performer Vocal range top: G3 - E5

The RadioBoth genders20-50 y.o.African-American Latino / Hispanic Other Asian Middle Eastern Native American Pacific Islander Indian/South Asian

Part narrator, part friend, and part subconscious to Caroline and her story. Played by three women. Role portrayed by a Female Identifying performers

The MoonBoth genders20-96 y.o.African-American Latino / Hispanic Other Asian Middle Eastern Native American Pacific Islander Indian/South Asian

Part narrator, part friend, and part subconscious to Caroline and her story. Role portrayed by a Female Identifying performer Vocal range top: B3 - A

The DryerBoth genders20-96 y.o.African-American Latino / Hispanic Other Asian Middle Eastern Native American Pacific Islander Indian/South Asian

Part narrator, part friend, and part subconscious to Caroline and her story. Can double as The Bus. Role portrayed by a Male Identifying performer Vocal range top: E3 - C6

The BusBoth genders20-96 y.o.African-American Latino / Hispanic Other Asian Middle Eastern Native American Pacific Islander Indian/South Asian

Part narrator, part friend, and part subconscious to Caroline and her story. Can double as The Dryer. Role portrayed by a Male Identifying performer Vocal range top: G3 - B5

Cover / EnsembleBoth genders18-96 y.o.All ethnicities

In addition to the principal cast, they are seeking 4-5 Company Artists who will serve as covers and as onstage embodiments of memory, community, and the unseen forces within the Gellman household. These performers will support the storytelling through movement, transitions, and ensemble work while maintaining coverage for roles.