Child and Teen Auditions for "The Wizard of Oz and Shout"
Opportunity Alert: Child and Teen Actors Needed for "The Wizard of Oz and Shout" Musical. See the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: "The Wizard of Oz" is a faithful stage adaptation of the classic 1939 film, following Dorothy Gale from Kansas to the magical land of Oz after a tornado. With her dog Toto and new friends the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion, she journeys to the Emerald City to find the Wizard who can send her home. Along the way, they must overcome the Wicked Witch of the West and learn the power of friendship and the meaning of "home". "SHOUT": With its irresistible blend of hip-swiveling hits, eye-popping fashions and outrageous dance moves, SHOUT! The Mod Musical takes audiences back to the music, style and freedom of the 1960s. The review follows five groovy gals as they come of age during those glorious days that made England swing. Traveling in time from 1960 to 1970, SHOUT! chronicles the dawning liberation of women, from the rise of Dusty Springfield, Petula Clark and Cilla Black as independent women with major careers, to their American counterparts, redefining themselves in the face of changing attitudes about gender. With a shimmy and shake, the songs are tied together by hilarious sound bites from the period – from '60s advertisements to letters answered by an advice columnist who thinks that every problem can be solved with a "fetching new hair style and a new shade of lipstick." Additional info: Callbacks will be held on Wednesday, October 29th at 7pm by invitation only. Rehearsals for SHOUT! will begin on or about Sunday, November 16th. Performances for SHOUT! will be Thursday, January 8th through Sunday, January 25th Rehearsals for THE WIZARD OF OZ will begin on or about Sunday, November 16th. Performances for THE WIZARD OF OZ will be Thursday, January 15t,h through Sunday, February 15th Auditionees who are interested in being considered for SHOUT! or THE WIZARD OF OZ should prepare a 32-bar cut (about 1 minute) of a musical theatre song. Legible sheet music must be provided for the audition pianist. No a cappella or prerecorded accompaniment will be permitted. If you are interested, please apply.
16 roles
Young actors will play Munchkins and appear in a few other large group scenes/songs. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"
(High Soprano Belt; B flat to high C) A blue-blooded fashion model. Sophisticated, poised, and cool. She is vain and not particularly friendly. "SHOUT"
(Alto with big rock diva belt; F below middle C to belt E flat) A loud, uninhibited American girl driven by her emotions. She is a ray of sunshine with a surprising vulnerability. Possesses a big, rock diva belt. "SHOUT"
(Soprano with belt; low b flat to high b flat) The "mother" of the group. Domestic and maternal, she is wise, soulful, and mature. Slowly asserting her new-found independence. "SHOUT"
(Mezzo with a Shirley Bassey-like belt) A good-time girl. Blousy, middle-class, and zany. She is a bit frayed at the edges, and hopelessly single. A comedian of sorts. "SHOUT"
(Soprano with belt; low b flat to high C) The "baby" of the group, she is an exciting blend of youthful contradictions. Quirky, enthusiastic, and naïve. A hopeless romantic who is insecure about her looks. "SHOUT"
(Soprano; G3 - E5) Young Kansas girl, earnest, expressive, and strong-willed, in search of something more. Very strong singer who moves well. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"
(Soprano or Mezzo; G3 to C5) Aunt Em is demanding, but loves her niece. Glinda is the Good Witch of the North. Benevolent and beloved. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"
(Baritone; B flat 2 - E flat 4) Uncle Henry is Dorothy’s pleasant uncle. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"
(Tenor; B flat 2 - A flat 4) Plucky and clever in a pinch, even while lacking a brain. Strong actor with an honest quality. Strong dancer – acrobatic skills a bonus. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"
(Tenor; B flat 2 - G4) Desperate for a heart. A kind-hearted romantic. Strong dancer – tap skills a bonus. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"
(Baritone; B flat 2 - F4) A mix of bravado and cowardice. Should move well. Cuddly actor with excellent comic timing. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"
(Non singing) Character villain with an over-the-top stage presence. Excellent comic actress, has a killer cackle. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"
(Non singing) Older father figure with an eccentric flair. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"
The chorus of the show, with featured speaking/vocal/dancing roles available. Singing and movement required. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"
The chorus of the show, with featured speaking/vocal/dancing roles available. "THE WIZARD OF OZ"
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