Singing Audition for "Be A Lion" Play
Singing audition for “Be A Lion” play. Details are provided below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Be A Lion is a vibrant musical journey written and directed by award-winning playwright Rory D. Sheriff and proudly produced by BNS Productions - Charlotte’s premier African American repertory theatre company. This beloved family favorite, inspired by the 1978 hit movie The Wiz, imagines what happens after Dorothy returns to Harlem. With a fresh lineup of unforgettable characters, a few familiar favorites, and an all-new score that brings audiences to their feet, Be A Lion continues to captivate sold-out crowds year after year. Additional info: 2025 Performance Dates Tuesday, December 9th and Wednesday, December 10th Please bring a recent headshot and resume Please prepare 16 bars of a song that showcases your vocal ability. Please be ready to cold-read from the script (provided at auditions). A prepared monologue is a plus. Dance and movement will be part of the audition, so please dress accordingly. If you are interested, please apply.
9 roles
Wicked Witch; ranges from childlike to super villain. Strong vocals and rap required.
Good Witch; motherly, Afrocentric presence. Strong vocals and ability to affect a Cajun/Creole required.
Strong vocals and dance ability required.
Overbearing and loud yet soft at heart. Strong vocals and comedic ability required.
Requires a creative squirrel voice, comedic physicality, and sounds.
Strong vocals and ability to perform choreographed movement required.
Must rap (DMX style) and perform choreographed movement.
Dance, some lines.
Strong singers to support the production.
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