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In May 1873, a bustling carnival enlivens a small fishing village on the rocky New England coastline. Charming but troubled Billy Bigelow and Julie Jordan, a quiet girl who works in the mill, fall in love, marry and have a stormy relationship that leads to tragedy and an attempt at mending old wounds from beyond the grave. Songs include "June is Busting Out All Over," "If I Loved You," and the beautiful "You'll Never Walk Alone."
Music by Richard Rodgers
Book and Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II
Based on the Play Liliom by Ferenc Molnar as adapted by Benjamin F. Glazer
Directed by Jean Hardie
Musical Staging by Kathie Doyle-Lipe
Music Directed by Henry McNulty
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Margot & Robert Ogden Main Stage
September 13 - October 13, 2024
Wednesday - Saturday* at 7:30PM, Sunday at 2:00PM
*Sep 14 and Oct 12 performances at 2:00PM
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Sunday, July 14 - 2:00PM - Studio Theatre β Childrens Audition
Sunday, July 14 - 6:30PM - Main Stage
Monday, July 15 - 6:30PM - Main Stage
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Tuesday, July 16 - 6:30PM - Main Stage
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Spokane Civic Theatre
1020 N Howard St, Spokane WA 99201
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- Seeking all ages, cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, and genders for roles.
- Please prepare a 1 minute or less cut from a musical of a similar style. Please bring prepared sheet music or an instrumental track on a device with a 3.5mm audio jack/aux β sheet music preferred.
- Please be prepared to move and dance at auditions and callbacks.
- Children do not need to prepare music. Material will be provided and taught at July 14 2:00PM audition.
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Billy Bigelow: late 20βs to 30βs β The charismatic barker for Mullin's Carousel at a coastal carnival, Billy is strong and attractive, but proud, troubled, hard-headed and torn between right and wrong. Despite his inability to express his feelings, he truly loves Julie and tries to do the right thing.. Must be a strong singer and strong actor. Baritone.
Julie Jordan: 18 - 20. Julie is quiet and thoughtful, but still waters run deep. Sees something in Billy that no one else seems to see and stands by him no matter what. Julie has an inner strength and maturity in the second act as the mother of fifteen year old Louise. Must be a strong singer and strong actor. Soprano.
Carrie Pipperidge: 18 - 20. Lively and funny, but more than a little bit naΓ―ve, Carrie is Julieβs friend and co-worker. In love with Enoch Snow, Carrie offers a light-hearted balance to Julie's seriousness. Matures into a somewhat disillusioned mother of 9 in the second act. Must be a strong singer and strong actor. Mezzo.
Mrs. Mullin: Over 30. Proprietress of Mullin's Carousel, which was left to her by her late husband. She loves Billy in her way and is very jealous of any girl he pays attention to. NON-SINGING ROLE
David Bascombe: A dignified man of earned wealth, Mr. Bascombe is the owner of the Bascombe Cotton Mill factory, where both Julie and Carrie work. Also doubles in the ensemble.
Nettie Fowler: Over 30. Julieβs cousin. Soft-hearted, hearty coastal woman who owns and runs a seaside business. Nettie supports and comforts Julie throughout the show. Must be a strong singer and actor. Mezzo soprano.
Enoch Snow: late 20βs to early 30βs. A warm-hearted, adorably shy fisherman who loves Carrie and has big plans for the future. A successful and somewhat pompous business owner in the second act. Must be a strong singer and strong actor. Tenor.
Jigger Craigin: mid to late 30βs. Unscupulous sailor friend of Billy's who ultimately leads Billy astray. A con man with a bit of humor and an eye for Carrie Pipperidge. Must be a good singer and a strong actor.
Heavenly Friend: Billyβs escort to the afterlife. Will double in the ensemble.
Starkeeper/Dr. Seldon: In the afterlife, the Starkeeper is the gentle and matter-of-fact manager of the βbackyard of Heavenβ. As Dr. Seldon, he is a gentle and respected country doctor, very reminiscent of the Starkeeper himself. NON-SINGING ROLE
Louise: Billy and Julieβs inquisitive 15-year-old daughter, on the verge of becoming a woman, but troubled and insecure. Central character in the βCarousel Ballet.β Will double in ensemble in Act 1. STRONG DANCER.
Enoch Snow, Jr.: Enoch and Carrieβs son, a pompous and self-important young man who is attracted to Louise even though he feels she is beneath his station in life. Will double in the ensemble in Act 1.
Additional Snow Children: 6 - 8 children, ages 6 - 14. Dancing ability a plus. May double as ensemble in Act 1.
Lead dancer in the ballet: Carnival barker, perhaps reminiscent of Billy himself. Ballet and lift experience required. May double in ensemble in Act 1.
Ensemble: All types and vocal ranges β townspeople, including: the girls from the mill, seafaring men, policemen, ship captain, principal, carnies and ballet horses; lots of singing and dancing.
TO AUDITION, PLEASESELECT A TIME AND REGISTER:
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QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS, PLEASE EMAIL:
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SpokaneCivicTheatre.com/Audition
Event Venue
Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N Howard St, Spokane, WA 99201-2204, United States,Spokane, Washington
