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Young Talent Wanted for "Next To Normal" Musical

Rising Sun, MD, United States
ID: 576068Exp: 11/20/2024
Description:

Seeking ages 16 and up for "Next To Normal" Musical. Please see the details below. About the project: "Next to Normal" is a 2008 American rock musical with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt. The story centers on a mother who struggles with worsening bipolar disorder and the effects that managing her illness has on her family. This show is recommended for ages 16+ due to profanity and adult themes including child loss, grief, depression, suicide, drug abuse, and ethics in modern psychiatry. Additional info: Actors are asked to prepare a specific song(s) and side(s) from the show. Looking for actors to do more than just read their sides or sing their songs. Actors may be asked to read one or all sides associated with the character they are auditioning for. SINGING: Street Lamp will provide an accompanist for in-person auditions. Please prepare to sing the marked measures from the following song(s) associated with the character you are auditioning for (PDFs of sheet music are attached). The accompanist will have the sheet music printed for each song listed below so there is no need for any actor to bring their sheet music except for those auditioning for the Doctor. Natalie – “Super Boy and the Invisible Girl” (measure 11-45) and “Maybe” (measure 39-60) Gabe – “I’m Alive” (measure 88-134) Henry – “Perfect for You” (measure 12- 80) READING: Please come prepared to read the side(s) (pdfs are attached) associated with the character you are auditioning for. Any actors under the age of 18 years old who are cast in this show will require a parent or guardian’s signature on a permission form (supplied by the theatre) due to the rating of the show. If interested, please apply.

3 roles

NatalieFemale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Diana & Dan's troubled daughter. An accomplished pianist and hardworking student, her struggles are exacerbated by her mother's behavior. She greatly admires Henry. Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: G3

GabeMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Diana and Dan's son. Dashing, athletic, and bright. He is playful and everything a mother could imagine. Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: B2

HenryMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Natalie's classmate. The all-around musician, philosopher, stoner, and slacker. He has an intoxicating capacity for sympathy and romance. Vocal range top: B4 Vocal range bottom: G#2