Audition Notice for NUNSENSE
A Musical Comedy – Book, Music and Lyrics by: Dan Goggin
NUNSENSE is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com
THE MTM PLAYERS
DIRECTOR: Rob Michael Lasky
MUSICAL DIRECTOR: Joe Nappi
CHOREOGRAPHER: Emily O’Sullivan
The MTM Players and Kelsey Theatre are committed to advancing an environment of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism. We aim to foster an inclusive environment for people of all races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, creeds, socio-economic statuses, nationalities, and abilities.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
After a bad batch of vichyssoise killed off fifty-two of the Little Sisters of Hoboken, the survivors emptied the coffers to bury the deceased, but ran out of cash before the last few bodies could be laid to rest! (Don’t worry – they’re in the kitchen freezer!). To raise funds they decide to put on a variety show. Will their prayers be answered before the health department discovers their secret? With hilarious talent acts, tongue-in-cheek musical numbers, and help from the audience, the show – the 3rd longest running Off-Broadway musical -- will tickle your fancy.
PERFORMANCE DATES:
THREE WEEKENDS – NINE PERFORMANCES
Friday, April 19 & 26, 2024 at 8pm
Saturday, April 20 & 27, 2024 and May 4, 2024 at 8pm
Saturday, May 4, 2024 and Sunday, April 21 & 28, 2024 and May 5, 2024 at 2pm
AUDITION DATES & TIMES:
· Saturday, January 6, 2024 (12pm-6pm)
· Sunday, January 7, 2024 (12pm-6pm)
· Weather contingency dates and callbacks by invitation only – Possible dates: Mon.-Thurs. Jan. 8th-11th. (7pm)
Auditions will be held on the Mercer County Community College West Windsor Campus. Check the Kelsey Theatre sign board for a room location on the day of your audition and emails will be sent out the week preceding the audition dates.
MCCC is located at 1200 Old Trenton Rd, West Windsor NJ 08550
APPOINTMENTS AND QUESTIONS:
YOU MUST SIGN-UP FOR AN AUDITION SLOT AT:
http://www.tinyurl.com/MTMNunsenseAuditions
Walk-ins welcome, but we will see those with appointments first. Prepare to wait.
You can contact the director at:
director@mtmplayers.org with any questions.
PREPARE:
Please be familiar with the show. You can watch a professional version here:
https://tinyurl.com/nunmtmsample
o 16 bars of a song NOT from this production, BUT in the style of the show – upbeat or gospel depending on the role
o Please bring clearly marked sheet music WITH accompaniment – No “a cappella” or pre-recorded music allowed
o Be prepared to move: wear comfortable clothes for the dance call and bring tap shoes or soft shoes (sneakers, etc.)
o For those interested in auditioning for SISTER MARY LEO – the novice – be prepared for ballet moves and to bring appropriate footwear
o Photo & Resume (if none available, we may take your photo and an application will be provided.)
o Be prepared to read from provided sides which are available at the sign-up site.
o Be prepared to stay for the entire process which may be 30-60 minutes.
REHEARSALS:
Rehearsals will begin shortly after auditions and prepare for 3-4 per week depending on the character or scenes. We will be having a music rehearsal, a dance rehearsal and one or two blocking/acting/run-through rehearsals per week. Please make sure you list your conflicts on your provided application conflict calendar as accurately as possible.
SEEKING:
Roles are open to performers of all races, sexual orientations, body types, ages and abilities. We are striving to cast a diverse cast for this production. All are welcome!
All roles are Non-Equity, unpaid
CHARACTER INFORMATION:
ALL CHARACTERS MUST BE FAMILIAR WITH OR CAN BE TAUGHT SOME BASIC TAP MOVES
ONE CHARACTER SHOULD KNOW BASIC BALLET MOVES
EXCEPT FOR SISTER MARY LEO, ALL AGE RANGES ARE SUGGESTIONS – ALL RANGES WILL BE CONSIDERED
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