Uwharrie Players Seeks Principle and Ensemble Roles For ALL SHOOK UP 5/10

The Uwharrie Players, the community theater organization of Stanly County, seeks actors, singers and dancers for additional principle and ensemble roles to complete casting for its' summer 2011 production of All Shook Up, a musical showcasing the music of Elvis Presley. Auditions take place Tuesday May 10, 2011 at 7pm. Specifically seeking teens, young and middle aged adults. Please see information below:

Auditions for ALL SHOOK UP
Tuesday, May 10 -- 7-10pm. Please plan to arrive by 7pm.

Where
Uwharrie Players Club House
594 East Main Street, Albemarle NC 28001

AUDITION INFORMATION
Roles are available for approximately 30 teenagers as well as adult men and women. Those younger than the age of 14 need to have parental consent before auditioning.
· This production of All Shook Up requires a diverse cast and provides great opportunity for featured African American actors/singers/dancers.
· Those wishing to audition should prepare 16-30 bars of a memorized vocal selection of a contemporary musical theatre or rock song that shows off your vocal abilities. An accompanist will be provided. A Cappella singing is NOT recommended.
· Following the vocal audition, a dance combination will be taught by the show's choreographer. Please be prepared to dance and dress comfortably. No flip-flops or baggy sweats. All Shook Up is a dance musical. Everyone one will be required to participate in the dance audition.
· Please bring a list of all definite and potential conflicts during the May-July time frame.
· Headshot and resume (a list of theatrical experience) is appreciated but not required.
· Please be familiar with the show before auditioning. The director may ask you for a cold read during your audition.
· Rehearsals begin late May

All Shook Up tells the story of a square little town in the middle of a square state in the middle of a square decade where a lonely young girl dreams of hitting the open road. Into her life rides a guitar-playin' roustabout who changes everything. Combining all-time favorite Elvis hits with a healthy dose of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, All Shook Up is surefire fun for rock 'n' roll fans of all ages!

Production Information
All Shook Up runs July 22-24 and July 29-31, 2011 at the Stanly County Agri-Civic Center in Albemarle, NC.

Character Breakdown
· Chad (20 - early 30's) Roustabout, good looks, owns the stage. Must be able to move well. Rock voice.. Think of Birdie making the town faint, but nicer. Vocal type- Baritone or Tenor, at least a G# top (ideally falsetto E, and Belted B)
· NatAlie Haller (18 - 30) Somewhat of a tomboy. Great voice. Vocal type- high belt, or great power mix.
· Dennis (Early 20's-30's) an awkward young man, kinda geeky, He aspires to be a dentist. Loves Natalie. Vocal type- Tenor
· Sylvia (40 - 55) African-American. Smart, quick-witted with Sass. Vocal type- Alto/high belt (ideally belted or mixed E)
· Miss Sandra (Late 20's-Mid 30's) Sexy, sultry and smart. The caretaker of the town's museum. Vocal type- Alto (good belt, ideally E top)
· Jim Haller (40+) Affable and good natured. Good voice (Natalie's dad). Vocal type- bass/ baritone
· Lorraine (17-25) Sylvia's daughter. Pretty, smart and total romantic. Must have great voice and dance well. Vocal type- Alto with solid B belt and popped D belt
· Mayor Matilda Hyde (40-55) Bossy and opinionated. Strong vocals. Vocal type-- Alto- good belt
· Dean Hyde (18-25) Mayor's son. Never disobeyed his mother. Clean cut, great voice. Must dance well. Vocal type-- Baritone
· Sheriff Earl (40 - 65) Always at the Mayor's side. Hardly talks until the end. Must be good non-verbal actor. Vocal type-Baritone voice
· Ensemble (8-10 males & females) Late teens to early 30's.They play an assortment of Townspeople and must be strong dancers and singers and be highly skilled at harmonies.

Any questions on auditions or this production, please contact Jack Stevenson at jstevenson328@gmail.com.

The Uwharrie Players, Inc. has served as the community theater organization of Stanly County for over thirty years.. The Players were formed in the spring of 1975 as an outgrowth of the Stanly County Arts Council. Thirty-four charter members set out to establish a vehicle that would provide local citizens an opportunity to perform on stage and that would expose Stanly County to quality theatrical entertainment. Please visit www.uwharrieplayers.org for more information.

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