Seeking Kids & Teens for "Oliver" Show
Looking for ages 7-17 years old for the "Oliver" Show. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Additional info: Vocal: Please prepare 16-32 bars of a song in the style of the show or from the show. No acapella or recorded music will be permitted. If you choose a song that is not from the show, please bring sheet music with written-out accompaniment for the accompanist. A chord chart will not be accepted. Music on phones will not be accepted. Dance: Please, come prepared for a dance audition with proper shoes and clothing. All are required to participate in the dance audition. All levels of experience are encouraged to audition. Performance Dates: November 1, 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, and 19, 2023. Covid-19: Everyone is required to be vaccinated. Youth who are not able to be vaccinated will be required to provide a signed written statement from their guardian with the reason for exemption. CALLBACKS: Callbacks will be held by invitation only on Monday, June 12, 2023, at 7:00 pm for both youth and adults. REHEARSALS: Rehearsals will start mid-August, 2023. Rehearsals are on Sunday [afternoons and/or evenings] Monday and Tuesday evenings. MANDATORY REHEARSALS: Attendance is mandatory at the following; Sitzprobe, Sunday, October 15th and Tech Week Sunday, October 29, 1:30 ~ 10:30 October 30 & 31 starting at 6 PM and STRIKE on Monday, November 20. Note: fee applies. If interested, please apply.
20 roles
(Vocal range A3/F5) Orphaned and abandoned from an upper-class family, Oliver ends up in the workhouse. He is innocent and good-hearted, with a strong spirit. Tip: The actor must have a strong ability to convey real emotions.
(Vocal range A3/F5) The cleverest of Fagin's pickpockets, he introduces Fagin to Oliver. He is a good soul in spite of his “occupation.” Dodger is lively and self-assured. Tip: The actor must have a dynamic stage presence.
(Vocal range C4/C5) One of Fagin's former pickpockets. Nancy's protege. Bet looks up to Nancy and is caring and good-natured. Tip: The actor must be able to portray her devotion to Nancy.
Non-singing role. One of Fagin's pickpockets. He is Dodger's sidekick. Tip: Strong in reacting to scenes.
(non-singing role) The rude but also flirtatious daughter of the Sowerberrys. Tip: Her focus is solely on Noah Claypole
(non-singing role) The Sowerberrys' apprentice, he bullies Oliver about his mother and enjoys a flirty relationship with Charlotte. A downright bully. Tip: Is jealous of Oliver possibly taking over his position.
Orphans, abandoned children and pickpockets. Some will double as Town’s kids.
Orphans, abandoned children and pickpockets.
(mezzo - D3/C5)
(soprano - Eb4/Eb5)
(soprano - Eb4/F5)
(baritone - Bb3/C4)
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