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Audition Information:
Auditions will be held at:
Delta Enrichment Center
4538 Elizabeth Rd.
Lansing (Delta Township) 48917
Pre-Audition Parent Meeting: for parents of children who would like to audition
Sunday, September 14th, 5pm
Audition Dates:
Sunday, September 21st, 3pm-5pm: Children Only
Sunday, September 21st, 6pm-9pm: Teens/Adults
Monday, September 22nd, 6pm-9pm: Teens/Adults
Please download and bring a completed copy of the audition form which is posted at the top of this page. You may attach a resume and photo to the audition form, if desired.
Please plan to arrive and be ready to go promptly at the start time. You will be expected to stay for the entire audition time. If you are unable to audition at one of these times or you need to leave early or arrive late, please send an email to: bluelightplayers@gmail.com
Audition Information:
Actors of all ages are urged to audition for this production. This production requires a large cast, spanning many age ranges. We will be casting a child, teen/college and adult ensemble in addition to the named roles. We will be casting both singers and/or dancers in the ensemble. While the ability to both sing and dance would be great, please consider auditioning if just singing or dancing is your strength! Dance skills are especially important for the teen/college ensemble members.
Those auditioning are asked to come prepared to sing 32 bars of music in the style of the show that will best display their vocal ability. An accompanist will be provided. A CD may also be used for accompaniment. However, there should be no background vocals on the accompaniment track. Additionally, those auditioning will be asked to read from the script during the audition. Sides will be posted 3-4 weeks prior to the auditions. The audition form will be available at the top of this page 3-4 weeks prior to the auditions. Please bring a completed audition form to the audition. You may attach a resume to the form. Also, if you do not have a headshot available, we will take your photo at the audition.
Auditions will consist of:
Vocal Music (Bring sheet music). Children may sing Happy Birthday or prepare a song. We will check vocal range for all ages who are auditioning.
Choreography (Wear comfortable clothes/shoes, bring jazz shoes, if you have them)
Readings: sides will be posted 2 weeks prior to auditions.
For Additional Information: bluelightplayers@gmail.com
Join Our Facebook Audition Group: https://www.facebook.com/events/743481495693670/
Rehearsal Information:
Starting in October, rehearsals will take place once a week on Sundays at the Delta Enrichment Center, with the exception of the Barbershop Quartet. The Quartet will have additional rehearsal times, in addition to Sunday rehearsals. Detailed rehearsal information will be available at the auditions. Please be prepared to bring a list of your conflicts to the auditions. Tech week will begin on February 15th, with multiple rehearsals occurring through out the week at the Hannah Center (Albert A. White) Auditorium in East Lansing. In addition, there may be a touch up rehearsal in between the 2 weekends of performances. All rehearsal dates will be available at the auditions so you may note conflicts.
Auditions will be held at:
Delta Enrichment Center
4538 Elizabeth Rd.
Lansing (Delta Township) 48917
Pre-Audition Parent Meeting: for parents of children who would like to audition
Sunday, September 14th, 5pm
Audition Dates:
Sunday, September 21st, 3pm-5pm: Children Only
Sunday, September 21st, 6pm-9pm: Teens/Adults
Monday, September 22nd, 6pm-9pm: Teens/Adults
Please download and bring a completed copy of the audition form which is posted at the top of this page. You may attach a resume and photo to the audition form, if desired.
Please plan to arrive and be ready to go promptly at the start time. You will be expected to stay for the entire audition time. If you are unable to audition at one of these times or you need to leave early or arrive late, please send an email to: bluelightplayers@gmail.com
Audition Information:
Actors of all ages are urged to audition for this production. This production requires a large cast, spanning many age ranges. We will be casting a child, teen/college and adult ensemble in addition to the named roles. We will be casting both singers and/or dancers in the ensemble. While the ability to both sing and dance would be great, please consider auditioning if just singing or dancing is your strength! Dance skills are especially important for the teen/college ensemble members.
Those auditioning are asked to come prepared to sing 32 bars of music in the style of the show that will best display their vocal ability. An accompanist will be provided. A CD may also be used for accompaniment. However, there should be no background vocals on the accompaniment track. Additionally, those auditioning will be asked to read from the script during the audition. Sides will be posted 3-4 weeks prior to the auditions. The audition form will be available at the top of this page 3-4 weeks prior to the auditions. Please bring a completed audition form to the audition. You may attach a resume to the form. Also, if you do not have a headshot available, we will take your photo at the audition.
Auditions will consist of:
Vocal Music (Bring sheet music). Children may sing Happy Birthday or prepare a song. We will check vocal range for all ages who are auditioning.
Choreography (Wear comfortable clothes/shoes, bring jazz shoes, if you have them)
Readings: sides will be posted 2 weeks prior to auditions.
For Additional Information: bluelightplayers@gmail.com
Join Our Facebook Audition Group: https://www.facebook.com/events/743481495693670/
Rehearsal Information:
Starting in October, rehearsals will take place once a week on Sundays at the Delta Enrichment Center, with the exception of the Barbershop Quartet. The Quartet will have additional rehearsal times, in addition to Sunday rehearsals. Detailed rehearsal information will be available at the auditions. Please be prepared to bring a list of your conflicts to the auditions. Tech week will begin on February 15th, with multiple rehearsals occurring through out the week at the Hannah Center (Albert A. White) Auditorium in East Lansing. In addition, there may be a touch up rehearsal in between the 2 weekends of performances. All rehearsal dates will be available at the auditions so you may note conflicts.
About The Musical:
Book, music and lyrics by Meredith Willson; story by Meredith Willson and Franklin Lacey
One of the greatest Broadway musicals of all time! When lovable, smooth-talking Harold Hill comes marching into town, you know there’s going to be trouble in River City. He promises to teach the town’s children how to play in a magnificent marching band as part of a big con, but falling in love with Marian the Librarian wasn’t part of the deal. When Marian tries to expose him as a swindler, Hill sets out to win her heart and save his hide. Will the town get wise to Hill or will Marian make an honest man out of him? This wonderful slice of Americana will leave your entire family humming such all-time favorites as “Ya Got Trouble”, “Shipoopi”, “Goodnight Ladies”, “Gary, Indiana,” “Til There Was You”, and the show-stopping ”Seventy-Six Trombones”. Winner of 5 Tony Awards including Best Musical.
Book, music and lyrics by Meredith Willson; story by Meredith Willson and Franklin Lacey
One of the greatest Broadway musicals of all time! When lovable, smooth-talking Harold Hill comes marching into town, you know there’s going to be trouble in River City. He promises to teach the town’s children how to play in a magnificent marching band as part of a big con, but falling in love with Marian the Librarian wasn’t part of the deal. When Marian tries to expose him as a swindler, Hill sets out to win her heart and save his hide. Will the town get wise to Hill or will Marian make an honest man out of him? This wonderful slice of Americana will leave your entire family humming such all-time favorites as “Ya Got Trouble”, “Shipoopi”, “Goodnight Ladies”, “Gary, Indiana,” “Til There Was You”, and the show-stopping ”Seventy-Six Trombones”. Winner of 5 Tony Awards including Best Musical.
Casting Needs:
Character Breakdown
(Character ages listed are guidelines only. If you’re not that age, but you can play that age, please audition)
ADULT ROLES: ** indicates role has been pre-cast
**HAROLD HILL – 20-35
Leading man, charismatic and charming, good actor, average singer/mover.
MARIAN PAROO – AGE 20-35
Leading lady, excellent voice, strong actress, moves well, confident. G – High G
MARCELLUS WASHBURN – AGE 20-35
Good actor, comic timing, sings and dances
MRS. PAROO – AGE 35-55, or able to play that age
Mother to Marion and Winthrop, good actress, singer, capable of Irish brogue
A flat – High E flat
MAYOR SHINN – AGE 35-55 or able to play that age
Good actor, comic timing. Sings with ensemble
** EULALIE MACKECKNIE SHINN – AGE 30-55
Good actress, comic timing, good singer, moves well D – High D
THE BARBERSHOP QUARTET: – AGES College and Up
EWART DUNLOP, OLIVER HIX, JACEY SQUIRES, OLIN BRITT
Important singing roles, capable of holding harmonies, some acting
Olin–Bass: A – High D
Oliver–Baritone: E – High F sharp
Ewart–Baritone: E – F sharp
Jacey–Tenor: B – High A
CHARLIE COWELL – AGE College and Up
Good actor, strong speaking voice. Sings with ensemble
ETHEL TOFFELMIER – AGE College and Up
Good actress, good singer and moves well D – High D
ALMA HIX, MAUD DUNLOP, MRS. SQUIRES – AGES College and Up
Pick-A-Little ladies core group, strong singers, comic timing, move well, married to
3 of Quartet men All: D – High D
CONSTABLE LOCKE (DOUBLES WITH TRAIN CONDUCTOR) – AGE College and Up
Good actor; sings with ensemble
ADULT ENSEMBLE – AGES – College-UP
Five men, five women. Sing and/or dance
TEEN ROLES:
TOMMY DJILAS – AGE 16-College
Handsome, teen heartthrob, good actor and dancer, sings with ensemble
ZANEETA SHINN – AGE 14-College
Excellent dancer, Mayor’s daughter, love interest to Tommy, sings with ensemble
TEEN ENSEMBLE - AGE 16- College
Five boys, five girls. Sing, and/or dance
CHILDREN'S ROLES:
WINTHROP PAROO – AGE 10-13
Young, shy son to Mrs. Paroo/brother to Marion, capable of lisp, sings and dances
C – High E flat
AMARYLLIS – AGE 10-13
Good actress, same size/age as Winthrop or slightly older/taller, slightly bratty , sings and dances
GRACIE SHINN – AGE 10-13
Good singer, Mayor’s younger daughter B – E flat
CHILDREN'S ENSEMBLE – AGE 10-15
Five + boys, five + girls. Sing and/or dance
(Character ages listed are guidelines only. If you’re not that age, but you can play that age, please audition)
ADULT ROLES: ** indicates role has been pre-cast
**HAROLD HILL – 20-35
Leading man, charismatic and charming, good actor, average singer/mover.
MARIAN PAROO – AGE 20-35
Leading lady, excellent voice, strong actress, moves well, confident. G – High G
MARCELLUS WASHBURN – AGE 20-35
Good actor, comic timing, sings and dances
MRS. PAROO – AGE 35-55, or able to play that age
Mother to Marion and Winthrop, good actress, singer, capable of Irish brogue
A flat – High E flat
MAYOR SHINN – AGE 35-55 or able to play that age
Good actor, comic timing. Sings with ensemble
** EULALIE MACKECKNIE SHINN – AGE 30-55
Good actress, comic timing, good singer, moves well D – High D
THE BARBERSHOP QUARTET: – AGES College and Up
EWART DUNLOP, OLIVER HIX, JACEY SQUIRES, OLIN BRITT
Important singing roles, capable of holding harmonies, some acting
Olin–Bass: A – High D
Oliver–Baritone: E – High F sharp
Ewart–Baritone: E – F sharp
Jacey–Tenor: B – High A
CHARLIE COWELL – AGE College and Up
Good actor, strong speaking voice. Sings with ensemble
ETHEL TOFFELMIER – AGE College and Up
Good actress, good singer and moves well D – High D
ALMA HIX, MAUD DUNLOP, MRS. SQUIRES – AGES College and Up
Pick-A-Little ladies core group, strong singers, comic timing, move well, married to
3 of Quartet men All: D – High D
CONSTABLE LOCKE (DOUBLES WITH TRAIN CONDUCTOR) – AGE College and Up
Good actor; sings with ensemble
ADULT ENSEMBLE – AGES – College-UP
Five men, five women. Sing and/or dance
TEEN ROLES:
TOMMY DJILAS – AGE 16-College
Handsome, teen heartthrob, good actor and dancer, sings with ensemble
ZANEETA SHINN – AGE 14-College
Excellent dancer, Mayor’s daughter, love interest to Tommy, sings with ensemble
TEEN ENSEMBLE - AGE 16- College
Five boys, five girls. Sing, and/or dance
CHILDREN'S ROLES:
WINTHROP PAROO – AGE 10-13
Young, shy son to Mrs. Paroo/brother to Marion, capable of lisp, sings and dances
C – High E flat
AMARYLLIS – AGE 10-13
Good actress, same size/age as Winthrop or slightly older/taller, slightly bratty , sings and dances
GRACIE SHINN – AGE 10-13
Good singer, Mayor’s younger daughter B – E flat
CHILDREN'S ENSEMBLE – AGE 10-15
Five + boys, five + girls. Sing and/or dance
