Disney’s THE LION KING – Equity Principal Auditions
Broadway and National Tour
Producers: Buena Vista Theatrical Group (NYC)
BVTVI/AEA Production Contract; $1703/week minimum
Director: Julie Taymor
Songs by: Elton John/Tim Rice
Additional Music: Hans Zimmer/Lebo M/ Mark Mancina/Jay Rifkin
Book: Irene Mecchi/Roger Allers
Choreographer: Garth Fagan
Casting: Binder Casting/Mark Brandon
Equity Principal Auditions
Friday, April 27, 2012 at Ripley Grier Studios
10 AM – 6 PM 520 8th Avenue, 17B
Lunch from 1:30 – 2:30 New York, NY
Please prepare a brief standard R&B/rock song that shows off voice and range unless character singer is notated in breakdown below, in which case, prepare something appropriate for that character. Please do not sing music from THE LION KING. Bring picture and resume, stapled together.
NOTE: ACTORS SHOULD BE PHYSICALLY LIMBER AND MUST MOVE WELL.
Seeking strong male and female singers who move very well for future replacements for all roles in the Broadway and National Tour companies.
WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE ACTORS OF ALL CULTURAL BACKGROUNDS TO ATTEND THIS CALL.
SEEKING:
SCAR:
Male lion in his mid 30s – mid 40s. Mufasa’s brother and Simba’s uncle. Evil and maniacal but still capable of humor and high style. Scar will do anything to be the King of the Pridelands. This role requires an exceptional actor (Classical training is helpful) who is also a character singer.
MUFASA:
A strong, masculine male lion in his mid 30s – mid 40s. The King of the African Pridelands. Regal, omnipotent and powerful. Must have a physical strength and have an excellent, rich baritone voice.
RAFIKI:
Female, late 20s – mid 40s. A soulful, but comedic, African female baboon. Sings “The Circle of Life”. Must possess an excellent, rich unique South African style belt voice.
ADULT SIMBA:
Male in his late teens – early 30s. Male actor/singer to play the African lion, Simba. This actor must have sex appeal, charm and an urban sensibility as well as a strong pop/rock singing voice. Should be a high baritone and able to sing to an “A”. Must be in excellent physical condition and dance and/or move very well. Should be 5’8” – 6’2”.
ADULT NALA:
Female in her late teens – late 20s. Female actor/singer to play Nala, a very attractive African lion with sex appeal and charm. Should have excellent pop belt to an “E.” Must be in excellent physical shape and have great strength and presence. Must dance/and or move well.
TIMON:
Male in his late 20s – mid 40s. A meerkat. Wise cracking, New York urban comic character actor. Stand-up comedy experience is a plus. No taller than 5’8”. Character singer. Actor must move well and be comfortable operating a puppet.
PUMBAA:
Male in his late 20s – mid 40s. Timon’s sidekick. Not so bright but loveable warthog. Should also have strong comedic skills. Somewhat larger frame or body type is preferred. Character singer. A gravelly distinctive voice is good.
ZAZU:
Male in his early 30s – mid 40s. A parrot-like bird (or a hornbill). A proper and somewhat befuddled, English butler with a cynical outlook on life but completely dediated to the king, Actor must possess strong comedic skills. Character singer. This actor must be comfortable operating a puppet.
SHENZI (Female), BANZAI (Male) AND ED (Male):
Late 20s – early 40s. Funny, maniacal hyenas. Street smart and urban. Must have strong rock and roll singing voices. Actors must move well and be comfortable operating puppets. Ed will also cover Timon and Zazu.
YOUNG SIMBA:
Male cub age 9-12. Looking for a natural young actor/singer who is able to move well to be the future King of the Pridelands. A natural talent with charm and charisma able to hold the stage on his own with confidence and truth. Looking for kids with personality. ACTOR MUST BE UNDER 58 INCHES.
YOUNG NALA:
Female cub age 9 – 12. Looking for a natural young actress/singer who is able to move well. Looking for a confident young lady cub to keep Simba in his place. A natural talent with personality, confidence and strength. Looking for kids with personality. ACTRESS MUST BE UNDER 58 INCHES.
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