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"Merrily We Roll Along" The Musical Seeks Boy Actor

Midland, MI, United States
ID: 581886Exp: 3/3/2025
online audition
Description:

"Merrily We Roll Along" musical needs a boy actor. See the breakdown below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Merrily We Roll Along is a thrilling and compelling showbiz fable about friendship and the high price of success. Starting from adulthood and traveling back in time to the idealistic dreams of youth, Merrily charts the highs and lows of a relationship among three lifelong friends and traces every milestone of their lives for nearly two decades. With a score showcasing some of Stephen Sondheim’s best-known songs, including “Good Thing Going,” “Not a Day Goes By,” and “Old Friends,” this semi-autobiographical musical turns back the clock on friendship and the importance of staying true to one’s ideals. Additional info: WHAT TO PREPARE: 32 bars (or about one minute) of a musical theatre song of your choosing. Songs by Sondheim are encouraged but not required. No songs from Merrily, please. Please bring sheet music with your cuts clearly marked, hole punched, and in a binder. No singing a capella. Callbacks (by invitation only): Friday, March 7, 6:00-9:00 pm Performances: May 9 - 18 For more info, please see the audition packet attached. If you are interested, please apply.

1 role

FRANKLIN SHEPARD JR. (FRANKIE)Male8-10 y.o.All ethnicities

Beth and Frank’s son; is energetic and eager to please. Vocal Range: Unchanged voice (sings well & able to hold harmony).