Casting Call for Boys and Girls for "Dreamgirls" Show
"Dreamgirls" Show is looking for actors ages 16 and above. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Inspired by Motown and R&B legends of the 1960s-70s, Dreamgirls follows the rising stardom of the Dreamettes, an all-girl singing trio from Chicago. The three best friends-the phenomenally talented, but demanding Effie White, the beautiful and appealing Deena Jones, and the eager, romantic Lorrell Robinson-team up with driven, demanding manager Curtis Taylor, who is determined to see their and his star rise. As their careers begin to take off, changes are made to ensure their mass appeal to the pop market. Egos are bruised, tempers flare, and hearts are broken in pursuit of stardom. Inspired by the stories of groups such as The Supremes and The Shirelles and featuring many iconic classic songs, Dreamgirls is a love letter to American R&B music and the artists that make such music great. Additional info: Those auditioning are asked to prepare a 32-bar selection either from the show or in the same style that shows your vocal range and skill. An accompanist will be provided. While it is preferable that you utilize accompaniment, karaoke tracks are acceptable if you don’t have sheet music. If you sing a capella, you will be asked to sing something with the piano. Callbacks will be held on Monday, May 13th. You will be notified by email if you are needed for callbacks. Performance dates are December 4-21st, 2024. Rehearsals will begin on or around September 28th and will start out being 3 days a week until late October. A note from the director: While everyone will move, not everyone has to be a dancer. This reimagined production is planned to be in the round and immersive. While Dreamgirls is primarily sung-through, the priority is bold, fearless, and honest storytelling. Crowdwork will be a key feature of the show. If interested, please apply.
21 roles
Record producer/director
Press agent.
Four girl singers; non-speaking
Backup singer for J.T. Early
Backup singer for J.T. Early
Master of ceremonies, Apollo Theatre
Winning talent contest singer; non-speaking.
Male quintet; non-speaking
Male singers; non-speaking
Solo tenor; non-speaking
Two girl backup singers; non-speaking
Nightclub owner
Nightclub pianist; non-speaking
Male quintet; non-speaking
Girls’ backup quartet; non-speaking.
Applause meter reader; non-speaking
TV studio director
TV studio
Pit orchestra drummer; non-speaking
Effie’s lawyer.
Backstage, Chicago