Casting Teen Performers for "Something Rotten" Show
Seeking teen performers for "Something Rotten" show. Please see the details below. Rate: Every eligible actor will receive a paid travel stipend at the end of the show’s run. Additional info: (Vocalists/Actors/Dancers/Tap Dancers) Rehearsal Dates: January 26th- March 6th Rehearsals are generally Sunday through Thursday (6:30 pm-10:30 pm) (Mandatory Tech Week: March 2nd-6th) Performance Dates: March 7th- March 30th (Friday- 8:00pm show, Saturday- 2:00pm & 8:00pm shows, Sunday- 2:00pm show) *NOTE* directors may add additional performances including Thursday evenings at a later date. When applying, please include your SATB vocal part, preferred date and time (Sunday, January 5th (5pm-10pm) or Monday, January 6th (5pm-10pm)), and performer headshot. In person auditions will have first consideration of casting; however, performers traveling further than 90 miles from The Theatre may submit a virtual audition. If you would like to submit a virtual audition please include a Headshot, Theatre Resume, a Vocal Selection from the show, and Dance Reel (if applicable) by Saturday, January 4th. Please include if there are any specific roles you’d like to be considered for, if you would be willing to accept any other role, if you have any conflicts throughout the run, and if you would require housing if available.
16 roles
Baritone (A2-G4) A struggling writer who cannot stand Shakespeare. Nigel’s older brother.
Tenor (Eb3-A4) Nick’s sweet younger brother. A struggling writer who falls in love with Portia, a Puritan.
Rock Tenor/Baritenor (Ab2-Ab4) The Bard. Over the top with a huge ego.
Mezzo/Alto with Strong Belt (D3-D5) Nick’s wife. She loves Nick despite his past lack of success. She dresses up like a man to prove she can be an actor.
Soprano with Strong Mix (G3-F#5) A Puritan woman who loves poetry,theater, and ultimately Nigel.
Baritone (G3-G4) Portia’s father. A Puritan who thinks Nick and Nigel’s plays are sinful.
Baritone (C3-F#4) A soothsayer who almost sees the future correctly. A bit loony. He predicts that Nick and Nigel will write a musical. Seeking a comedic actor who sings and moves well.
Baritone/Tenor (C#3-A4) Seeking a charismatic actor with a thousand faces. Sings opening number and becomes part of the ensemble.