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Looking to Cast Teenagers for "Hairspray" Show

Burlington, NJ, United States
ID: 578662Exp: 1/5/2025
Description:

All auditioning should be at least 16 years of age or older at the time of rehearsals beginning unless auditioning for the role of Little Inez (12+). Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: It's 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire: to dance on the popular "Corny Collins Show." When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from a social outcast to a sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob, and integrate a TV network – all without denting her 'do! Rate: This is a non-Equity, non-paying production. Additional info: If under the age of 18, a parent must be onsite at time of audition. All roles are open. Prepare 32 bars from a Broadway show of your choice that demonstrates your vocal range. Bring sheet music or a track. An accompanist and bluetooth speaker will be provided to accommodate either option. No acapella singing will be accepted! The dance call will be during callbacks if invited. Please provide all potential conflicts for rehearsals starting February 8th. Please refrain from auditioning if you have any conflicts from April 21 (the day after Easter) through the end of the run on May 17. The set strike is Sunday, May 18th, and is mandatory for all involved. Performance dates & times: May 2, 3, 9, 10, 17, and 18 at 8 PM; May 4, 10, and 11 at 3 PM Set strike on May 18 is mandatory for all involved If interested, please apply.

12 roles

Tracy TurnbladMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Plus-sized protagonist; confident, talented, and incredibly determined. Must be able to dance.

Penny PingletonMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Tracy's best friend and dorky sidekick; not the brightest bulb, but cares with the best of them.

Seaweed J. StubbsMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Tracy's classmate and friend who is discriminated against due to the color of his skin. Must be able to dance.

Link LarkinMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Corny Collins Show's teenage heartthrob who unexpectedly falls for Tracy. Must be able to dance.

Amber Von TussleFemale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Link's girlfriend and Tracy's nemesis; always looking to be the center of attention despite seeming to be less talented than the others. Movement required.

Little InezFemale12-15 y.o.All ethnicities

Seaweed's little sister; confident, talented, and determined. Must be able to dance.

Council membersBoth genders16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(dance required)

Prudy PingletonFemale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(Penny's mom)

Harriman SpritzerMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(President of Ultra Clutch)

Mr. PinkyMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(of Pinky's Hefty Hideaway)

Jailhouse folxBoth genders16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

DynamitesBoth genders16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(3 black vocalists)