Casting Teen Performers for Upcoming Theatre Play
Audition for "Fun Home" and "Into the Woods". Seeking teenagers. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: "Fun Home" The Tony Award-winning musical Fun Home traces the coming-of-age of lesbian author Alison Bechdel, from her youth, to her years at Oberlin College, and finally to the present, where Alison, now grown, is struggling to write her own graphic autobiography. As Alison reflects on her past, she struggles to make sense of it, particularly her relationship with her father, Bruce, a closeted gay man and the owner of the family business -- the Bechdel Funeral Home (“fun” home, as it’s known to young Alison and her brothers, John and Christian). As she watches her father’s self-loathing consume him, Alison recognizes her own experience of discovering, and ultimately embracing her identity. As Fun Home progresses, Alison is drawn deeper and deeper into her memories, finally entering into them, desperate (but unable) to reverse her father’s self-destruction. An unforgettable and groundbreaking musical, Fun Home explores the haunting pull of memory and the power it has to alternately destroy or shape, our identity. "Into the Woods" James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone’s favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece… and a rare modern classic. The Tony Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching. The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone’s wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results. Additional info: What To Prepare: 32 measures of a song that best shows off your vocal skills and matches the show (an accompanist will be provided). If interested, please apply.
11 roles
Alison Bechdel as a child, around 8 years old when we meet her. Precocious and opinionated. On the cusp of finding herself and forming her own views on how a girl her age should behave and dress. Seeking an actress who is confident and intelligent. (Alto) "Fun Home"
Alison’s older brother, around 10 years old when we meet him. As the oldest of the three children he strives to be the leader, but is sometimes overshadowed by Alison’s strong personality. "Fun Home"
Alison’s younger brother, around 6 years old when we meet him. Like most boys his age, he is full of energy with a quirky imagination. Looks up to his siblings. (Treble/Boy Soprano) "Fun Home"
Roy, a young man Bruce hires to do yard work; Pete, a mourner who visits the funeral home; Mark, a high school junior; Bobby Jeremy, the lead singer of a band in Alison’s imagination. (Tenor) "Fun Home"
Roy, a young man Bruce hires to do yard work; Pete, a mourner who visits the funeral home; Mark, a high school junior; Bobby Jeremy, the lead singer of a band in Alison’s imagination. (Tenor) "Fun Home"
Roy, a young man Bruce hires to do yard work; Pete, a mourner who visits the funeral home; Mark, a high school junior; Bobby Jeremy, the lead singer of a band in Alison’s imagination. (Tenor) "Fun Home"
Roy, a young man Bruce hires to do yard work; Pete, a mourner who visits the funeral home; Mark, a high school junior; Bobby Jeremy, the lead singer of a band in Alison’s imagination. (Tenor) "Fun Home"
An intellectual and peculiar story-teller who helps to orchestrate the show and illustrate lessons to the audience. Vocal range top: E4 Vocal range bottom: G2 "Into the Woods"
The feckless Giant killer who is ‘almost a man.’ He is adventurous, naive, energetic, and bright-eyed. Vocal range top: G4 Vocal range bottom: B2 "Into the Woods"
A spoiled young girl who is strong-willed, quick-witted, fearless, yet youthful and naive. Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: Bb3 "Into the Woods"
A loopy-but-lovely maiden who is sheltered by the Witch and terribly lonely. She yearns to experience the world. Vocal range top: A5 Vocal range bottom: B3 "Into the Woods"
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