Theatre By The Sea 2017 Season - NYC EPA
Matunuck Live Theatre, Inc.
AUDITION DATE
Feb 13, 2017
10:00 am - 6:00 pm (EST)
Lunch 1 to 2
CONTRACT
LOA
LOA Reference to COST Salary pending. (2016 was $485/week)
SEEKING
Seeking AEA performers who are strong actors, strong dancers and strong singers- all ethnicities and backgrounds
PREPARATION
Please prepare a brief song that best show off your voice, you can sing from the shows. Bring music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided but will not transpose. Bring a second piece in case asked.
Please bring head shots and resumes stapled together back to back
LOCATION
Nola Studios
250 W. 54th Street
New York, NY 10019
5th floor - studios 4 and 5
PERSONNEL
Bill Hanney-Owner/Producer
Kevin P. Hill-Producing Artistic Director
Thom Warren-Associate Producer
Tom Senter-General Manager
OTHER DATES
Season runs May-September 2017
OTHER
EPA Procedures are in effect for this audition.
An Equity monitor will be provided.
Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition.
Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.
BREAKDOWN
Season runs May-September 2017
BEEHIVE
Director/Choreographer Russell Garrett
Performance Dates-May 31-June 18, 2017-First rehearsal May 16, 2017
Seeking six female dancer/singers of diverse ethnicities. All must be exceptional vocalists and strong dancers/movers. Many iconic singers are portrayed in the production. Not looking for impersonations but the ability to capture the essence of these performers.
Wanda
Early 20’s-40. Our guide throughout the show and bears the bulk of the dialogue. Songs include The Name Game, Then He Kissed Me, Walking in the Rain
Jasmine
Early 20’s-40. Songs include- River Deep/Proud Mary, My Boyfriends Back
Pattie
Early 20’s-40. - Songs include- Son of a Preacher Man, You Don’t Own Me, Be My Baby
Allison
Early 20’s-40. - Songs include- Goldfinger, Where the Boys Are, Come See About Me
Gina
Early 20’s-40. - Songs include- Chain of Fools, Natural Woman
Laura
Early 20’s-40. - Songs include- To Sir With Love, Crybaby, Somebody to Love
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THE MUSIC MAN
Director/Choreographer Richard Sabellico
Performance Dates- June 21- July 15, 2017-First rehearsal June 6, 2017
Charlie Cowell
A traveling salesmen who is on to Harold Hill's schemes. Tirelessly attempts to prove to everyone the true con man behind Harold Hill.
Gender: male
Age: 25 to 45
Harold Hill
Our story's unsuspecting protagonist. A con man, traveling under the auspices of a salesman, he eventually falls in love with Marian Paroo. Charismatic and charming.
Gender: male
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: Ab2
Shinn
A blustery politician who is all too self-important. Begrudgingly married to Eulalie, he is skeptical of the town rumor mill.
Gender: male
Age: 50 to 60
Ewart Dunlop
A member of the quartet formed by Harold Hill with a tenor voice. Ewart is married to Maude Dunlop.
Gender: male
Age: 25 to 45
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: F3
Oliver Hix
A baritone in the quartet formed by Hill. Oliver is married to Alma Hix.
Gender: male
Age: 25 to 45
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: B2
Jacey Squires
The highest tenor in the quartet. Married to Mrs. Squires.
Gender: male
Age: 25 to 45
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: C3
Olin Britt
A citizen of River City and the bass of the quartet formed by Harold Hill.
Gender: male
Age: 25 to 45
Vocal range top: C4
Vocal range bottom: F2
Marcellus Washburn
Harold's chummy old friend and former con man, he now lives in River City and is trying to settle down.
Gender: male
Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Tommy Djilas
An attractive, young man from the wrong side of town. He is secretly courting Zaneeta.
Gender: male
Age: 15 to 20
Marian Paroo
The stuff town librarian and music teacher. She is an attractive young lady who eventually falls for Harold Hill. Stuck up. Curious.
Gender: female
Age: 20 to 30
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Mrs. Paroo
Cheerful and always plotting. An Irish widow and mother to Marian and Winthrop.
Gender: female
Age: 45 to 60
Vocal range top: Eb5
Vocal range bottom: Ab3
Amaryllis
A slightly bratty piano student of Marion Paroo.
Gender: female
Age: 8 to 12
Vocal range top: E5
Vocal range bottom: C4
Winthrop Paroo
Marian's baby brother, he is very shy because of a noticeable lisp. Embraces Harold Hill and the marching band.
Gender: male
Age: 8 to 12
Vocal range top: Eb5
Vocal range bottom: C4
Eulalie Mackecknie Shinn
Mayor Shinn's peacock wife. A serial gossiper and snob, she has trouble keeping her opinions to herself.
Gender: female
Age: 40 to 50
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: D4
Zaneeta Shinn
The Mayor's fresh-faced daughter who is in love with Tommy. Sweet and outgoing. Appears to be daffy at times.
Gender: female
Age: 14 to 18
Alma Hix
A Pick-a-Little Lady married to Oliver Hix.
Gender: female
Age: 25 to 45
Maud Dunlop
A Pick-a-Little Lady married to Ewart Dunlop.
Gender: female
Age: 25 to 45
Ethel Toffelmier
A comical Pick-a-Little Lady, and Marcellus Washburn's girlfriend.
Gender: female
Age: 25 to 40
Mrs. Squires
A Pick-a-Little Lady married to Jacey Squires.
Gender: female
Age: 25 to 45
Ensemble
Constable Locke, Newspaper Readers, River City Townspeople, Traveling Salesmen
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BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Director / Choreographer TBA
Performance Dates- July 19-Aug 12, 2017-First rehearsal July 4, 2017
Belle
A vibrant, intelligent girl with beauty, who wants more out of the life than an ordinary existence. She is optimistic, fun-loving, caring, and eager to experience life.
Gender: female
Age: 20 to 25
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: E3
Beast
A Prince transformed into a terrifying beast for his lack of compassion. He is hot-tempered and commanding, but has a warm, loving heart buried far beneath his gruff exterior.
Gender: male
Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Gaston
The egotistical, ultra-masculine villain determined to marry Belle. He is manipulative yet charming and earnest.
Gender: male
Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Maurice
Belle's loving, eccentric father. A child at heart and inventor in his own world.
Gender: male
Age: 55 to 65
Vocal range top: Db4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Cogsworth
A tightly-wound, enchanted mantle clock and the head of the Beast's household. He is uptight, strict, and punctual but also hard-working, faithful, and thorough.
Gender: male
Age: 40 to 55
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Mrs. Potts
A warm-hearted, maternal enchanted teapot. She is loyal, caring, and playful.
Gender: female
Age: 45 to 55
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: F#3
Lumiere
A suave, debonair enchanted candelabra. He is a loyal and steadfast servant.
Gender: male
Age: 35 to 45
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: F#2
Chip
An enchanted teacup and Mrs. Potts' darling little boy. He is innocent, playful, and bright-eyed.
Gender: male
Age: 7 to 10
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Babette
A saucy, enchanted feather-duster, and the object of Lumiere's affections. She is the playful, gorgeous, seductive French maid.
Gender: female
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: C4
Madame De La Grande Bouche
A former opera diva-turned-enchanted wardrobe. She has a caring, refined, larger than life personality.
Gender: female
Age: 40 to 55
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: C#4
Lefou
Gaston's bumbling sidekick. He is loyal, energetic, and optimistic, but not quite the brightest guy.
Gender: male
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: B2
Monsieur D'arque
The scheming proprietor of the local insane asylum. He is a dark, sinister villain who aides Gaston in his plot to marry Belle.
Gender: male
Age: 35 to 55
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: D3
Ensemble
Wolves; Enchanted Objects; Townspeople
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THE PRODUCERS
Director/Choreographer Brad Musgrove
Performance Dates- August 16-September 10, 2017- First rehearsal August 1, 2017
Max Bialystock
The consummate con man. Naturally animated and bombastic, he is never at a loss for charm and manners. Typically conspires with Leo.
Gender: male
Age: 40 to 55
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Leo Bloom
An accountant. Boring and mousy, he is a hesitant optimist who longs for something more. Dragged into a scheme by Max.
Gender: male
Age: 35 to 45
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Franz Liebkind
German loyalist playwright. From his lederhosen to his pigeon, Adolph, his love for the motherland is unmistakable. He is imposing yet tender.
Gender: male
Age: 35 to 55
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: F2
Rogers Debris
New York's most famous and flamboyant stage director. Surrounds himself with deliciously beautiful clothing, people, and possessions. In a crowd, it would be impossible to miss him.
Gender: male
Age: 50 to 60
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: G#2
Carmen Ghia
Roger Debris' faithful assistant. Carmen is severe in looks and passion for Roger. He may appear younger than he actually is thanks to skilled surgeons.
Gender: male
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: C3
Ulla Inga Hansen Benson Yonsen Tallen-hallen Svaden-svanson
A young and hopeful actress. Though her beauty might eclipse her talent, Ulla is passionate about life and art. Quite a clueless seductress in some ways.
Gender: female
Age: 20 to 30
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Ensemble
Accountants; Bavarian Peasants; Convicts; First Nighters; Little Old Ladies; Storm Troopers; Chorus Girls; Girl Prisoners; Usherettes
Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to audition.
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