Conejo Players Theatre AUDITION NOTICE:
The Music Man Jr.
Director: Elena Mills
Producers: Darrin Ingram, Mike Mills, and Beth Eslick
Music Director: Scott Donohue
Audition Dates & Times: July 17, 18, and 19 at 5:30 p.m.
Location: Conejo Players Theatre, 351 S. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
Performances: October 14 - 23, 2022
Audition Requirements: No one over the age of 19 on October 1, 2022, will be cast.
Prepare at least 16 bars of a standard musical theatre song that demonstrates your vocal range and ability. You will use a recorded accompaniment (with no vocals). Please do not sing a selection from this show.
Please bring/wear appropriate clothing and footwear for choreography. Sides will be provided. Non-Equity, no pay. You will be required to show proof of your COVID-19 vaccination if you are cast.
Rehearsal Schedule: Weeknights 5:00 - 7:00 pm
For more information: facilities@conejoplayers.org
Show Synopsis:
There’s trouble in River City! When smooth-talking, con man Harold Hill arrives in tight knit, small town Iowa, he expects to swindle its residents with his elaborate moneymaking scheme. Despite his complete lack of musical literacy, he convinces everyone that he is a brilliant bandleader and recruits all the boys in town to form a band, pocketing the cash for instruments and uniforms. As Harold struggles to keep his scheme afloat, he finds himself developing an attachment to the townspeople, who have all experienced a positive change since Harold came to town. The Music Man, Jr. is an All-American, crowd-pleasing, charming musical with iconic musical numbers and offers a wide range of roles for kids ages 6 – 18.
Character Descriptions:
HAROLD HILL (Teen Male, G5-B3) - A smooth talking con man with enormous charisma and plenty of charm. Highly intelligent, calculating, and methodical (though not a villain). He has a good heart and his feelings to Marian and River City townspeople change him for the better. (A commanding speaking and singing voice with crystal clear diction required.)
MARIAN PAROO (Teen Female, G5-G3) – River City’s librarian and the only music teacher in town. She is a confident, smart, witty, intelligent and independent young lady. Dearly loves her mother and young brother. Dreams of her true love, the man who can understand and respect her.
MRS. PAROO (Female, Eb5-1) – The sweet and cheerful mother of Marian and Winthrop. She is the heart and soul of River City. Mrs. Paroo stands up for what she believes in and gently pushes Marian to think of her future. (The ability to speak in an Irish Brogue is a plus, but not required.)
WINTHROP PAROO (young Male, Eb5-C4) - Marian’s little brother and cute as a button. Doesn’t talk much because of a lisp and misses his father. Overcomes his insecurities and develops self-esteem and self-confidence by the end of the show.
MAYOR SHINN (Male) - The Mayor of River City. A self-important, pompous, and not terribly intelligent blusterer who often gets things wrong. Has 2 daughters. Overprotective of his eldest daughter, Zaneeta, whom he thinks is dating the wrong boy in town. Takes himself seriously but comes across as funny.
EULALIE MACKECKNIE SHINN (Female, D5-D4) - Mayor Shinn’s wife. She considers herself a high society lady who knows everyone and everything in town. She enjoys being the center of attention and presents as somewhat snooty. Eulalie is an eccentric person and doesn’t think she looks as ridiculous as she really is.
ZANEETA SHINN (Female) - Mayor’s & Eulalie’s daughter with teenager’s attitude. Has a crush on the “bad” boy in town, Tommy. Not rebellious but learning to stand up for herself. Very cute and bubbly. (Dancing Experience Required)
GRACIE SHINN (young Female, Eb5-B3) – Zaneeta’s little sister. Somewhat of a tomboy and a bit devilish.
MARCELLUS WASHBURN (Male, D5-E4) - Former con man and friend to Harold Hill who now lives in River City. Dating Ethel Toffelmier, his boss’ niece, Marcellus is happy with his life now. He helps Harold learn about the town, tries to help him get out of town after the con. He is witty and funny. (This role requires dancing and singing experience).
ETHEL TOFFELMIER (Female, D5-D4) – Marcellus’s girlfriend. She is jolly and friendly. She does gossip, however, with the other ladies in town.
CHARLIE COWELL (Male) - A rival traveling anvil salesman. Thinks highly of himself and is very jealous of Harold’s success. First seen on the train at the start of the show then later returns to River City to warn the townspeople about Harold. Eager to tar and feather The Music Man making himself a hero in the eyes of the town earning their trust and future business for himself.
AMARYLLIS (Young Female) - A precocious young girl who studies piano with Marian. Likes Winthrop but doesn’t understand him.
CONSTABLE LOCKE (Male) - The town policeman. Always ready to do what is instructed. He is a wise man who sees through Harold but doesn't seem to mind.
EWART DUNLOP (Male, F5-E4) - A member of the School Board who does not get along with the other members. However, once Harold gets him to sing with the others, they are inseparable and not only learn to sing in harmony but live in harmony. Married to Maud Dunlop.
MAUD DUNLOP (Female, D5-D4) - Wife to Ewart. Gossipy friend of Eulalie and other “talk-a-little” ladies.
OLIVER HIX (Male, F5-E4) - A member of the School Board who does not get along with the other members. However, once Harold gets him to sing with the others, they are inseparable and not only learn to sing in harmony but live in harmony. Married to Alma Hix.
ALMA HIX (Female, D5-D4) - Wife to Oliver. Gossipy friend of Eulalie and other “talk-a-little” ladies.
JACEY SQUIERS (Male, A5-B3) - A member of the School Board who does not get along with the other members. However, once Harold gets him to sing with the others, they are inseparable and not only learn to sing in harmony but live in harmony. Married to Mrs. Squires.
Mrs. SQUIERS (Female, D5-D4) - wife to Jacey. Gossipy friend of Eulalie and other “talk-a-little” ladies.
OLIN BRITT (Male, D5-A3) - A member of the School Board who does not get along with the other members. However, once Harold gets him to sing with the others, they are inseparable and not only learn to sing in harmony but live in harmony.
TOMMY DJILAS (TEEN Male) - A teenager who has a crush on Zaneeta. The “bad” boy in town. Harold befriends him, makes him useful, and gives him purpose.
CONDUCTOR (Male) – A very busy man. He is intent on collecting tickets and doing the job. Loud and energetic!
ENSEMBLE (Males and Females) - To play townspeople who are very proud of River City, traveling salesmen, teen dancers, Wa Tan Ye girls, and the boys' band. Everyone will be featured as dancers and singers.
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