“Sweeney Todd” Play Looking For Teens
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Seeking teens for “Sweeney Todd” play. See the details below. About the project: Sweeney Todd The Demon Barber of Fleet Street is a gripping musical thriller set in 19thcentury London, centered around a barber who embarks on a vengeful killing spree. Once known as Benjamin Barker, Todd was wrongfully imprisoned for 15 years. Upon his return to London, Todd seeks retribution, taking up residence above Mrs. Lovett's struggling pie shop. As his thirst for vengeance grows, he targets not only the judge but also unsuspecting customers. Meanwhile, Mrs. Lovett enthusiastically turns the grim aftermath into a profitable venture, using the bodies in her pies, which soon become a shocking sensation among the city's citizens. Additional info: Date: Oct. 9-11 & 16-18 What to expect: You will be asked to sing one of the provided vocal selections, participate in a dance call, and perform cold reads from the script. For more information, please see the attachment. If you are interested, please apply.
2 roles
A poor youngster apprenticed first to Pirelli and then to Mrs. Lovett. He is industrious and eager to please, with a good sense of humour. Uneducated, but innately clever and observant, Tobias responds quickly to the kindness of Lovett but grows increasingly suspicious of Sweeney. After a betrayal, Toby experiences the violence and terror of this world and snaps. Tenor Vocal range: Bb2-Ab4 | Cockney Accent.
The ensemble, essential to the storytelling, acts as a Greek Chorus, commenting on the action and participating in the tale. They play roles of customers, townspeople, police, inmates at the insane asylum, Sweeney’s thoughts, and Sweeney’s victims. The ensemble gets ample opportunities for vocal challenges and is showcased with solos and harmonies throughout the show. Sopranos, altos, tenors, baritones, and basses. Note: Some characters may double as ensemble.
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