sweeney todd role help
sweeney todd role help
jonartdesigns
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/15/04
#0sweeney todd role help
Posted: 7/29/04 at 11:07pm
i was informed today that i have to audition for an upcoming regional production of this and have no idea who to audition for.
i'm 18, 6'4", and a bari-tenor.... help please.
"Grease," the fourth revival of the season, is the worst show in the history of theater and represents an unparalleled assault on Western civilization and its values. - Michael Reidel
MusicMan
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/16/03
#1re: sweeney todd role help
Posted: 7/29/04 at 11:15pm
Well, I'm not sure whether you're familiar with the show but, by virtue of your type and vocal range, it seems you're right for Anthony Hope, the sailor who loves Joanna, Sweeney Todd's daughter, who is under the thumb of Judge Turpin, a corrupt and evil magistrate. Hope is a leading man, built along traditional lines, who gets to sing a heroic ballad, called, not surprisingly, JOANNA.
Jon
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/20/04
#2re: sweeney todd role help
Posted: 7/29/04 at 11:16pmAnthony is the role you're right for. Romantic juvenile lead - I think his highest note is an F. Toby is a true tenor, and is usually played by someone small in stature. You're too young for any other role.
judy_in_disguise
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/31/04
GovernorSlaton
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/14/04
#4re: sweeney todd role help
Posted: 7/29/04 at 11:31pmYes, you fit Anthony. He's a bit naive, and he brings Sweeney Todd back to London at the begininng of the show. He's one of the few characters who survives at the end of the show.
#5re: sweeney todd role help
Posted: 7/29/04 at 11:36pmI second those who have recommended Anthony. In fact, just from reading your personal description, Anthony was the first role to pop into my head.
#6re: sweeney todd role help
Posted: 7/29/04 at 11:39pm
You are definately an Anthony.
You're not *necessarily* to tall for Tobias (an incredible role), but you have to be a TRUE tenor.
"One no longer loves one's insight enough once one communicates it."
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jonartdesigns
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/15/04
#7re: sweeney todd role help
Posted: 7/29/04 at 11:51pm
so Anthony seems to be the ticket- can someone link me to the lyrics to his song(s)?
Also would "Oh, what a beautiful morning" be a good audition song for this - my other 2 standards are in lower ranges
"Grease," the fourth revival of the season, is the worst show in the history of theater and represents an unparalleled assault on Western civilization and its values. - Michael Reidel
#8re: sweeney todd role help
Posted: 7/29/04 at 11:53pmI dont think a R&H song is a good choice for a Sondheim show.
"One no longer loves one's insight enough once one communicates it."
The opposite of creation isn't war, it's stagnation.
The opposite of creation isn't war, it's stagnation.
jonartdesigns
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/15/04
#9re: sweeney todd role help
Posted: 7/29/04 at 11:54pmwell what would you suggest? I'm open to new ideas, i have a few months to prepare
"Grease," the fourth revival of the season, is the worst show in the history of theater and represents an unparalleled assault on Western civilization and its values. - Michael Reidel
#10re: sweeney todd role help
Posted: 7/30/04 at 12:44amJust be familiar with "Johanna" and "Not While I'm Around" (Anthony and Tobias's songs) and let the director decide what you are more right for. I don't think your height instantly rules you out as Tobias - could be an interesting character choice to play out actually...if you're a bari/tenor for real, you should be able to sing either role...
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Updated On: 7/30/04 at 12:44 AM
jonartdesigns
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/15/04
#11re: sweeney todd role help
Posted: 7/30/04 at 12:57am
if it helps any heres my (temporary) headshot
"Grease," the fourth revival of the season, is the worst show in the history of theater and represents an unparalleled assault on Western civilization and its values. - Michael Reidel
#12re: sweeney todd role help
Posted: 7/30/04 at 2:57am
Well that settles it! the sex crazed beggar woman for you!
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#13re: sweeney todd role help
Posted: 7/30/04 at 11:13am
It seems like you could do either Anthony or Tobias based on what you say about you vocal range. I would agree with the poster who said to be familiar with both roles and let the director decide. As far as the headshot, you look more the part of Tobias who is a bit younger than Anthony. Anthony is young but most often played by someone who looks more in his early twnties. Of course, make up can make you appear a bit older. I would suggest going to the audition with the intentntion of taking either role if offered. They are both wonderful roles.
