"A Christmas Carol: The Musical" Needs Actors
The company is holding auditions for production of "A Christmas Carol: The Musical", please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: Ebenezer Scrooge is a prosperous curmudgeon who believes that personal wealth is far more valuable than the happiness and comfort of others. With an infuriated "Bah! Humbug!" Scrooge summates his feelings of Christmas tidings and charitable giving, but he's forced to face his selfish ways when three ghosts on Christmas Eve lead him through his Past, Present and Future. Thanks to their guidance, Scrooge recognizes his faults and greets Christmas morning with a cheerful "Happy Christmas" before spending the day reconnecting and sharing love with those that mean the most to him. Additional info: Auditioners will be asked to perform around 32 bars (a minute or less) of a musical theatre song or a traditional Christmas tune. Songs from the show are acceptable. Auditioners will be asked to participate in a brief movement/dance call and may also be asked to read from the script. Rehearsals are expected to begin on or before October 5. Schedule will vary by role and not everyone will be called for every rehearsal. Please list all known conflicts on your audition form. Tech week is mandatory and runs from November 21-27. (Please note that there will be no rehearsal scheduled on Thanksgiving Day, but there will be a mandatory tech rehearsal on the following evening.) No performance conflicts will be accepted. Performance Dates: Saturday November 28, 7:30 pm Sunday November 29, 3:00 pm Friday December 4, 7:30 pm Saturday December 5, 7:30 pm Sunday December 6, 3:00 pm Friday December 11, 7:30 pm Saturday December 12, 7:30 pm Sunday December 13, 3:00 pm Friday December 18, 7:30 pm Saturday December 19, 7:30 pm Sunday December 20, 3:00 pm Please apply if interested.
13 roles
A cold, bitter, miserly curmudgeon who looks down on those around him. He undergoes an emotional transformation that reveals a heart of gold. Baritone.
A jovial, larger-than-life ghost who comes back to show Scrooge all the joy, love, and celebration he is missing out on while those around him celebrate Christmas. Actor doubles as Sandwichboard Man. Baritone.
An ever cheerful, sprightly ghost who comes back with the history book of Scrooge's past to show him the events that led to his current state. Actor doubles as Lamplighter. Any age. Tenor or soprano.
A beautiful and terrifying wraith, the Ghost of Christmas Future is strong and silent as she shows Scrooge what will happen to him and those around him if he continues down the path he is currently treading. Actor doubles as Blind Old Hag. Soprano.
Scrooge's former business partner who, before his death, was exactly like Scrooge. Comes back as a ghost in chains to warn Scrooge of how his life decisions will bind him in the afterlife. Baritone/tenor.
A father and husband who cares deeply for his family, particularly his youngest son. He works hard to provide for them but is mistreated by his employer, Scrooge. Baritone.
Tiny Tim's mother and Mr. Cratchit's wife. She is a loving mother who tries to provide the best for her children with what she's got.
Scrooge's nephew and only living relative. He is a pleasant young man who believes in the good a joyful Christmas spirit can make in the world. Baritone.
Scrooge as a young man. He falls in love with Emily before losing himself in his business. Tenor.
Scrooge's fiancé from when they were young. She is a beautiful girl, not impressed or in need of money. Soprano.
Scrooge's first boss. A jolly and generous man known for his parties. Tenor.
Mr. Fezziwig's wife. The consummate hostess: prideful, colorful, and funny. . Soprano.
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