Seeking Teens for "1776" Musical
"1776" Musical is looking for performers ages 16 and up. Please see the details below. About the project: 1776, a musical with music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards and a book by Peter Stone, brings the signing of the Declaration of Independence to life, full of sharp dialogue, stirring music, and moments of humor and heart. 1776 tells the story of the debates, compromises and larger-than-life personalities behind the founding of the nation. Additional info: Those who audition should come prepared to sing for 1 minute from a musical. They are encouraged to sing along to music provided by the auditioner in the form of sheet music or an MP3 instead of singing a cappella. The auditions will also include a reading from the script and simple stage movement. Show dates from June 19th to 28th at the West Scranton Intermediate School. If interested, please apply.
1 role
Strong Baritone. Must be a commanding actor, with excellent oratory skills. He is the secondary antagonist role, next to Mr. Dickinson. Youngest member of Congress. Speaks with an elegant, educated South Carolina accent. Has the most dramatic song in the show, the sarcastic and riveting “Molasses to Rum to Slaves” which showcases the hypocrisy of the North regarding slavery and the triangle trade. Statesman, lawyer. Large amounts of dialogue.
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