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Book & Lyrics by Chad BeguelinBook by Bob Martin
Music by Matthew Sklar
Based on an original concept by Jack Viertel
Director: John K McElroy II
Music Director: Brittany Dyer Pittman
Choreographer: TBA
Stage Manager: Brian Webb McElroy
Audition information:
Monday, April 28 6-9 PM Bradley Theater
Tuesday, April 29 6-9 PM Bradley Theater
[Callbacks, if needed, Wednesday April 30] Bradley Theater
Time commitment: Show will rehearse three times per week starting on May 4th.
Performance dates:
Friday 7/25, 7:30pm
Saturday 7/26, 7:30pm
Sunday 7/27, 2:00pm
Friday 8/1, 7:30pm
Saturday 8/2, 7:30pm
Sunday 8/3, 2:00pm
Thursday 8/7, 7:30pm
Friday 8/8, 7:30pm
Saturday 8/9, 2:00pm
Tech Week Schedule:
Saturday 7/19 10:00am - 6:00pm: Sitzprobe, Act I cue-to-cue (tech crew call 2:00pm)
Sunday 7/20 10:00am - 6:00pm: Act II cue-to-cue, run full show
Monday 7/21 6:30pm - 10:00pm: Run Act I twice (tech crew call 6:00pm)
Tuesday 7/22 6:30pm - 10:00pm: Run Act II twice (tech crew call 6:00pm)
Wednesday 7/23 6:30pm - 10:00pm: Run full show (tech crew call 6:00pm)
Thursday 7/24: DARK (tentatively, cast and crew need to leave open in case an extra day of tech needs to be added)
3rd week will have a Thursday performance instead of Sunday to avoid the conflict with the Car Cruise in downtown Putnam on Sunday 8/10, as well as a Saturday Matinee on 8/9.
Strike: Saturday 8/9 following performance.
Cast Party: Sunday 8/10, location TBD.
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS & MATERIALS:
Please plan to arrive at the start time and stay until the end. Arrive early for parking and paperwork.
Tryouts will include music, dance, and cold readings from the script.
Be prepared with sheet music and no more than 32 bars of song. No a cappella singing.
Please note:
If you are auditioning for one of the following named characters, please prepare your favorite 32 bars from a number from the show* as well as a piece of music that reflects your range and acting ability.
Deedee - “It’s Not About Me”
Barry - “Barry Is Going To Prom”
Emma - “Breathe”
Angie – “Zazz”
Alyssa - “Alyssa Greene”
Everyone will be expected to learn and perform a brief piece of choreography. Wearing comfortable shoes and clothing is recommended.
We are actively seeking and welcoming actors of all races, ethnicity, national origin, religion, mental and physical abilities, sexual/affectional orientation, gender and its expression.
Should you have specific needs or you have questions or concerns, please contact Brian Webb (Stage Manager): [email protected] or John K McElroy II (Director): [email protected]
SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Four eccentric Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage and some good publicity, so when they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom, they know that it’s time to put a spotlight on the issue…and themselves. Parents in the town want to keep the high school dance on the straight and narrow—but when one student just wants to bring her girlfriend to the prom, the entire town has a date with destiny. On a mission to transform lives, Broadway’s brassiest join forces with a courageous girl and the town’s citizens. The result is love that brings them all together.
ROLES AVAILABLE WITH CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS:
Character age range: M & F: 16-59
Please note: Descriptions listed below are for the characters, not necessarily the actors playing them. Actors of all gender identities are encouraged to audition and will be considered accordingly.
Barry Glickman (male identifying, 30-59): A proudly gay Broadway star who might be seeing his career on its way out. Completely politically incorrect and doesn’t know it. Impulsive and loves to make a scene everywhere he goes. Big Broadway belter; Baritone/Tenor; Lead.
Dee Dee Allen (female identifying/presenting, 30-59): A current Broadway diva veering dangerously close to becoming a has been. A huge ego to match her huge talent. No filter. Hilariously self-involved but yearns to do something good for someone other than herself. Big Broadway belter; Alto; Lead.
Trent Oliver (male identifying/presenting, 30-59): A pretentious Broadway chorus member who is probably better known for his one hit TV series as a child star. Loves the sound of his own voice. Pop and legit; Baritone/Tenor; Featured.
Emma (female identifying, 16+): To play a high school senior. Forced into the spotlight because she asked her girlfriend to the prom. A reluctant poster child for gay/lesbian youth. Very smart. A bit of a tomboy quality. Sweet pop voice; Alto/Mezzo; Lead.
*Alyssa* (female identifying/presenting, 16+): To play a high school senior. Tries desperately to fit in. A cheerleader. Secretly Emma's girlfriend, but afraid to come out. Afraid to stand up to her mother. Pop voice; Alto/Mezzo ; Featured.
Mr. Hawkins (male identifying/presenting, 30-59): A small town principal. Easily flustered. Straight-laced. A Broadway enthusiast. Bass-Baritone/Baritone; Featured.
Angie (female identifying/presenting, 30-59): An ensemble member in the Broadway production of “Chicago”. A forever Fosse girl still hoping for her big break with a heart of gold. Alto with a belt; Featured.
*Mrs. Greene* (female identifying/presenting, 40-49): Alyssa's mother and president of the PTA. Very strong, controlling and intimidating. Loves her daughter very much but has a very specific view of what is "right" and "wrong" for her daughter and the school. Alto; Featured.
Sheldon Saperstein (male presenting, 30-59): A charismatic press agent. Traditional musical theatre sound; Baritone; Supporting.
Shelby, Kaylee (female identifying/presenting, 16+), Nick, Kevin (male identifying/presenting, 16+): The students who bully Emma (but eventually learn to accept her), the popular kids (cheerleaders and jocks), strong singers/dancers. Shelby solo vocal range: Ab4 - Bb5; Kaylee solo vocal range: Ab4 - C5; Nick solo vocal range: C3 - F4; Kevin solo vocal range: D3 - G4
Ensemble (all gender identities, 18-45): Seeking strong, charismatic singers/dancers to play a variety of roles including: Olivia Keating (BroadwayMania reporter), opening night party attendees, reporters, high school students, PTA members, motel clerk, cast of the non-Equity tour of Godspell, monster truck rally audience, Mrs. Greene’s friend, LGBTQ+ students.
*The team would absolutely LOVE to cast a real life mother/daughter duo to portray Alyssa and Mrs. Greene.
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30 Front St, Putnam, CT, United States, Connecticut 06260
