LOA
THE SECRET GARDEN (Concert Version)
– Equity Performer Auditions by APPOINTMENT in FL
Caldwell Theatre Company (Boca Raton, FL) LOA ($590/week minimum)
Artistic Director/Stage Director: Clive Cholerton
By Marsha Norman, Music by Lucy Simon
Book and Lyrics by Marsha Norman. Music by Lucy Simon
Dates (rehearsal & performances): May 17 - 22, 2011
Equity Performer Auditions (Principal/Chorus) by APPOINTMENT:
Thursday, May 5, 2011 at the Caldwell Theatre Company
10 AM – 5 PM Count de Hoernle Theatre
No scheduled lunch break 7901 North Federal Highway
Boca Raton, FL
For an appointment, e-mail Patricia, with “AUDITION” and Equity status in subject line at
auditions@caldwelltheatre.com and include your contact phone number in body of e-mail OR call (561) 995-2324. E-mail contact is preferred. Equity members without appointments will be seen throughout the audition day as time permits, but appointments are strongly suggested.
Please prepare a brief song from the show or any contemporary show song. Bring sheet music in correct key; accompanist provided but may not transpose.
Please bring your stapled-together picture and resume.
Theatre states, “We strongly encourage South Florida actors to attend.”
Roles are available unless otherwise stated, and Equity contacts remain available.
Seeking:
Mary Lennox:
Mezzo: 10-12 – Strong willed, dynamic personality
Fakir:
Tenor: 25-40 – Male Servant in India who teaches Mary his charms. Man of color
Ayah:
Alto/Mezzo: 25-40 – Female Servant in India who guides and protects Mary. Woman of color
Rose:
Mezzo: 21-35 – Mary’s mother that dies in India
Albert Lennox:
Tenor: 25-35 – Mary’s father that dies in India.
Neville Craven:
High Baritone: 25-35 – Archibald’s brother. Doctor in charge of Colin
Mrs. Medlock:
Alto/Mezzo: 45-60 – Housekeeper of Craven estate
Dickon:
High Tenor: 20-24 – Servant of Craven estate. Brother to Martha
Ben:
Tenor: 50-60 – Gardner of the Craven estate.
Colin:
Male Soprano: 10-12 – Archibald’s son. Bedridden but actually healthy
The Following Roles Double as Multiple Characters:
Male Chorus: Tenor: 30-40 – Various Townspeople in India and Yorkshire
Male Chorus: Bass: 30-40 - Various Townspeople in India and Yorkshire
Female Chorus: Alto: 25-35 - Various Townspeople in India and Yorkshire
Female Chorus: Soprano: 25-35 - Various Townspeople in India and Yorkshire
The following four roles are cast. Auditioning performers will be considered as possible replacements, should any become necessary.
Lily: Soprano: 28-35- Incredibly warm, generous heart. Cast
Archibald Craven: Tenor: 35-45 – Mary’s Uncle and widower of Lily. Cast
Martha: Mezzo: 22-30 – Servant at Craven estate. Confidant of Mary. Cast
Theater’s statement: “Caldwell Theatre Company does not believe in discrimination based on color, race, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, disabilities, gender, or otherwise. All performers, including those of color, seniors, women, and performers with disabilities, are encouraged to audition and will be given full consideration.”
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