Auditions

All auditions are held at the barn in Skippack unless noted otherwise..

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13: The Musical by Jason Robert Brown and Dan Elish (Directed by David Deratzian)

Aladdin by Norman Robbins (Directed by Gay Hoyle)

 

13: The Musical

13: The Musical by Jason Robert Brown and Dan Elish

Directed by David Deratzian

Evan Goldman has it all - he's popular, has the 'perfect' family and lives in the greatest city in the world - New York. That is until his parents get divorced and he's forced to move - to a small town in Indiana. Uprooted from his old life, he has to make new friends and somehow maneuver the minefield of High School to become part of the 'in-crowd'.

With wit and searing honesty, 13 is a hilarious, high-energy musical for all ages. It's about the lessons one learns throughout life and the discovery that the journey to who you want to be starts with discovering who you are. Featuring an explosive rock score by celebrated composer Jason Robert Brown (Parade, The Last Five Years) and performed by an astonishing cast of young actors, 13 is a grown-up story about growing up.

Audition Dates: July 28, August 10 & 11. August 11 will also be call-backs as necessary.

Audition Requirements: A short comedic monologue from a play, show or cutting from a book (1 min or less), an up-tempo Pop/Rock song (1 min or less)(may be from a show as long as it fits the style), Reading from Script, Movement Combination

More information, a synopsis, cast description and an audition form are on http://groups.yahoo.com/group/13_in_Skippack/ and on Facebook ("13 the Musical in Skippack")

 

Aladdin

Aladdin by Norman Robbins

Directed by Gay Hoyle

This delightful version of Aladdin and his magic lamp is told in time honored panto fashion with all the well loved characters and Aladdin himself and, of course, the well hated character of Abanazar, the evil magician, who provides plenty of opportunity for boos and hisses from the audience. All characters must be larger than life and actively encourage audience participation.

Auditions will be held at Playcrafters, Store Road Skippack on Monday 13th September and Thursday 16th September at 7.30 pm. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.

Character Descriptions:
Abanazar – Male. The evil magician. An older character, probably aged 40-60. Must be able to snarl loudly.
The Slave of the Ring – Male or Female – any age. A sympathetic character who speaks in verse.
Aladdin – Female – late teens or 20’s. A typical thigh-slapping principal boy. Is honest, honorable and likeable.
Widow Twankey – Male. Aladdin’s mother. A comic character involved in several comedy routines, probably aged 40-60. Falsetto voice is not required.
Wishee Washee – Male – late teens or 20’s. A local layabout and Aladdin’s friend. Involved in comedy routines and audience participation.
The Grand Vizier – Male, older character. Pompous and stupid!
The Emperor Chow Mein – Ruler of all China. Very grand but a total idiot!
Princess Badroulbador – Female, late teens or 20’s. Daughter of the Emperor. The most beautiful girl in all China.
So-Shy – Female, late teens or 20’s. Lady in waiting to the Princess.
The Genie of the Lamp – Male or Female, any age.
Chorus - There are also a number of ensemble parts who will play citizens, handmaidens, courtiers, guards, children etc. Many of these have small speaking parts. Some simple singing and dancing is required. A mixture of ages and sexes.

There are 8 performances over two weekends. Play dates are December 3, 4 (matinee and evening performances) and 5 (matinee), 10, 11 (matinee and evening performances) and 12 (matinee).

If you have questions or require additional information contact the Director, Gay Hoyle, by email at gayhoyle@verizon.net.