Arvada Center for the Arts 2023-24 Season - Arvada, CO EPA
Arvada Center for the Arts & Humanities | Arvada, CO
Monday, May 1, 2023
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (M)
Lunch 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
To set up an audition appointment please go to: arvadacenter.org/auditions. If you have any questions, contact Lisa Hoffman at ac_auditions_email@arvadacenter.org.
LORT Non-Rep
$1008 weekly minimum (LORT B)
$739 weekly minimum (LORT D)
Equity actors for roles in Arvada Center for the Arts' 2023-24 Season (See breakdown). All roles will be understudied.
For MUSICALS - Please prepare a song in the style of the show or from the show/role you are interested in. For PLAYS - Please prepare two 2-minute contrasting monologues. If auditioning for BOTH PLAYS AND MUSICALS - Please prepare one short song and one 2-minute monologue. Please bring sheet music; an accompanist will be provided. Also, please submit your headshot and resume through the link provided on the Arvada Center website www.arvadacenter.org/auditions.
Arvada Center for the Arts & Humanities
6901 Wadsworth Blvd
Arvada, CO 80003-3448
Holding room Ballroom D
See breakdown for production specific personnel.
Expected to attend:
Lynne Collins: Artistic Director/Director of BEAUTIFUL & NATASHA, PIERRE AND THE GREAT COMET OF 1812
Kate Gleason: Director of THE LARAMIE PROJECT
See breakdown for production specific dates
OTHER
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All performers must be vaccinated to work at the Arvada Center.
An Equity Monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition. Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition. Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.
Equity encourages everyone participating in the auditions to wear a two-ply cloth face mask, surgical
mask, singer’s mask or respirator (N95, KN95 or KF94). Single-ply face masks, gaiters and bandanas
are not recommended. Singer’s masks can be found at www.broadwayreliefproject.com/singersmask.
Equity encourages members to prepare for their audition prior to arriving at the audition venue, to the
extent that they can (e.g., get dressed, hair/make-up, etc.) to avoid crowding in bathrooms and
dressing rooms.
Holding/Audition room information:
The maximum capacity in the holding room is: 98
The maximum capacity in the audition room is: 90
Arvada Center for the Arts 2023-24 Season
The Arvada Center is committed to diversity and maintains a policy of equal employment opportunity
designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, we encourage performers of all
ethnicities, gender identities, body types and sizes, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to
audition for appropriate roles.
The Arvada Center creates a safe and equitable workplace through policies defined by the Equal
Employment Opportunity Commission, the Actors’ Equity Association, and the City of Arvada. These
policies provide a comprehensive framework for health and safety of all actors, stage managers,
creative staff, and designers employed by the Arvada Center.
Director: Lynne Collins
Choreographer: Kelly Van Oosbree
Musical Supervisor: Susan Draus
Musical Director: Alec Steinhorn
Rehearsals: August 10, 2023
Opens: September 8, 2023
Closes: October 15, 2023
Carole King: Female identifying, 18+ to play ages 16-29. An aspiring singer/songwriter with a
powerful, distinctive voice. A unique, appealing, funny, and vulnerable girl from a Jewish family in
Brooklyn. Talented, good natured, unassuming, and often the peace maker in difficult situations. A
reluctant star with no pretense and a passion for music. Mezzo/Soprano belt.
Gerry Goffin: Male Identifying, 18+ to play late teens-late 20s. Carole’s boyfriend, songwriting
partner, and eventual husband. He is smoldering, dark, and handsome with a rebel vibe. Although
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sexy, he is innately sympathetic, wounded, and tortured. An ambitious artist always striving for more.
Baritone/tenor.
Cynthia Weil: Female Identifying, 18+ to play late teens-late 20s. A songwriter who becomes
romantically involved with Barry. Carole’s best friend. She is sophisticated, smart & chic with a quick
wit. Although self-confident and sarcastic, she is also extremely likeable. Has strong comedic timing.
Mezzo-Soprano belt.
Barry Mann: Male Identifying, 18+ to play late teens-late 20s. A songwriter who becomes romantically
involved with Cynthia. He is good natured, appealing, and neurotic. Ambitious, but likeable. High
pop/rock tenor.
Don Kirshner: Male Identifying, 30s-40s. An influential music publisher and producer. He is a fast
talking, energetic, force of nature. Powerful, direct, and sometimes intimidating, but he has a real
affinity for his writers and artists. A hit maker.
Genie Klein: Female Identifying, 40s-50s. Carole’s Jewish mother. Once an aspiring playwright, she
has been broken down by life and her husband’s infidelity. Protective of Carole and unforgiving of her
husband’s mistakes. This is a non-singing role.
Director: Kenny Moten
Choreographer: Jessica Hindsley
Musical Director: Jordan Ortman
Rehearsals: October 26, 2023
Opens: November 24, 2023
Closes: December 31, 2023
Ella: Female identifying, 20s-30s, any race/ethnicity. Though no one notices her beneath her rags and
quiet demeanor, she is opinionated, charismatic, passionate, beautiful, and funny. Idealistic and
hopeful, she courageously challenges the prince to change the policies of his kingdom – and helps
him discover who he truly is. Always her late father’s daughter, she is determined to see the good in
everyone despite her hardships and suffering. We see her blossom into a confident woman. Range,
soprano B3-Eb5.
Topher: Male identifying, 20s-30s, any race/ethnicity. A misguided and lost prince who longs to do
something important with his life. Though brave and heroic, he feels lonely and unfulfilled. Charming
but NOT a stereotypical ladies’ man, he is thoughtful, appealing, and innocent – with an unforced
goofy streak. Moral, genuine, and kind-hearted, he is at a crossroads and must take control of his kingdom and his future. Range, baritone C#3 – A4.
Jean-Michel: Male identifying, 30s, any race/ethnicity. A feisty, passionate peasant determined to
make a change for the starving class. Impetuous. A firebrand, but lacks authority and isn’t taken
seriously as a revolutionary. He has a crush on Gabrielle, though her courtship is forbidden because
they are from different social classes. Range, Baritone C3-G4.
Gabrielle: Female identifying, 20s-30s, any race/ethnicity. Ella’s stepsister and daughter of Madame.
Encouraged by her mother and sister to value material wealth and social status, she unenthusiastically
joins them in their abrasive behavior. Quietly passionate, empathetic, and witty, she is drawn to Ella
and Jean-Michel. Ironically aware that she doesn’t fit in. Range, Soprano C4-G5.
Charlotte: Female identifying, 20s-30s, any race/ethnicity. Ella’s stepsister and daughter of Madame.
Brash, self-centered, materialistic, snooty, loud, sassy, and bratty, has a ridiculously high, but
unfounded opinion of herself. She never passes up an opportunity to be the center of attention.
Range, Mezzo-Soprano B3-F5.
Marie: Female identifying, any age, any race/ethnicity. A friend to Ella and the town’s resident crazy
lady and beggar woman, Marie is actually a fairy godmother in disguise. Wise, warm, otherworldly,
and charming. Marie rewards Ella for her kindness by making her dreams a possibility. Range,
Soprano A3 – Ab5.
Madame: Female identifying, 50s-60s, any race/ethnicity. Ella’s selfish stepmother. The epitome of
vanity and fashion. A ravenous social climber who values wealth, status, and material possessions
above all else. Unapologetically dismissive and sometimes cruel, Madame schemes her way up the
social ladder. Range, Mezzo-Soprano C4-D5.
Sebastian: Male identifying, 40s-50s, any race/ethnicity. The kingdom’s Lord Chancellor. Though he
is Topher’s trusted advisor, he is devious and selfish. Using propaganda and dishonesty, he keeps
Topher isolated and in the dark about his kingdom. Sebastian rules without regard for the lower class,
or anyone other than himself – and truly believes he deserves to rule the kingdom. Range, Baritone
C3 – F4.
Lord Pinkleton: Male identifying, any age, any race/ethnicity. The Lord Chancellor’s right-hand man.
Announces royal balls, banquets, and even the weather to the villagers. Range, Tenor D3 – A4.
Director: Lynne Collins
Musical Director: David Nehls
Choreographer: TBD
Rehearsals: January 16, 2024
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Opens: February 16, 2024
Closes: March 31, 2024
Please indicate if you play an instrument.
Natasha: Female identifying, 20-30, any race/ethnicity. Innocent, wide-eyed, ingenue who is
dangerously romantic; range, soprano, G3-F5 (Belt to C5)
Pierre: Male identifying, 30-50, any race/ethnicity. A melancholy outsider despite being very wealthy.
Gruff yet at times warm; range, bari-tenor, Ab2-Ab4. Plays accordion and piano/keyboards.
Anatole: Male identifying, 22-35, any race/ethnicity. Aristocrat and hedonistic, ambisexual, high
operatic Tenor. Bonus if the actor can play violin; range, tenor, B2-C#5; C#5 must be belted, access to
E6 for riffing preferred.
Sonya: Female identifying, 19-29, any race/ethnicity. Natasha's dear friend and confidante,
passionate, selfless, loyal, and devoted to her friend; range, mezzo-soprano, B3-C5; Belt to A4.
Hélène: Female identifying, 29-42, any race/ethnicity. Aristocrat, the queen of society. Deceptive and
amoral. Highly sexualized with a good sense of humor; range, alto, G3-F5; belty alto.
Dolokhov: Male identifying, 27-36, any race/ethnicity. An enigmatic officer, hedonistic and a bit of a
sociopath, remorseless and regretful. Plays guitar if possible; range, baritone, E3-F4.
Old Prince Bolkonsky: Male identifying, 40s, any race/ethnicity. A conservative, old-fashioned
aristocrat whose dementia has caused him to be alternately nasty and incapacitated. Lives with his still
unmarried daughter, Mary. Helpful if plays guitar. NOTE: May double with Andrey; range, baritone,
Ab3-F4.
Andrey: Male identifying, 20s-40s, any race/ethnicity. Prince Andrey, is the finest catch in all of
Russia. incredibly handsome and a noble officer, very serious. Old before his time and carrying a
weight on his heart and mind. NOTE: may double with Bolkonsky; range baritone, F2-Eb3.
Mary: Female identifying, 20s-30s, any race/ethnicity. Lonely, plain, spinster daughter of a wealthy
prince. She is resigned to her father’s cruelty. range, Mezzo-Soprano, G3-B4. Has command of
extended vocal techniques (e.g. glottal yodeling, ululation).
Balaga: Male identifying, 20s-40s, any race/ethnicity. A Russian troika driver, a larger-than-life
fantasy-like character. Has supernatural abilities with his troika and can drink incredible amounts.
Lower class and bold; range, baritone, A2-E4.
Director: Kate Gleason
Rehearsals: August 31, 2023
Opens: September 29, 2023
Closes: November 5, 2023
All actors will play multiple roles. Age range 20s-60s.
Stephen Belber, Doc O’Connor, Matt Galloway, Anonymous Friend of Aaron McKinney, Bill
McKinney, Andrew Gomez, Fred Phelps, Mormon Spiritual Advisor, Conrad Miller: Male
identifying, any race/ethnicity.
Amanda Gronich, Eileen Engen, Marge Murray, Baptist Minister, Trish Stiger, Shadow: Female
identifying, any race/ethnicity.
Moisés Kaufman, Philip Dubois, Stephen Mead Johnson, Murdock Cooper, Jon Peacock,
Dennis Shepard, Harry Woods: Male identifying, any race/ethnicity.
Reggie Fluty, Rebecca Hilliker, Debbie the Waitress: Female identifying, any race/ethnicity.
Andy Paris, Jedadiah Schultz, Doug Laws, Dr. Cantway, Matt Mickelson, Russell Henderson,
Aaron McKinney, Philip: Male identifying, any race/ethnicity.
Greg Pierotti, Detective Sergeant Hing, Phil LaBrie, Father Roger Schmit, Rulon Stacey,
Detective Sergeant Rob DeBree, Jonas Slonaker: Male identifying, any race/ethnicity.
Barbara Pitts, Catherine Connolly, April Silva, Zubaida Ula, Sherry Aenonson, Lucy Thompson,
Eileen Engen: Female identifying, any race/ethnicity.
Leigh Fondakowski, Zackie Salmon, Alison Mears, Romaine Patterson, Aaron Kreifels, Tiffany
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Edwards: Female identifying, any race/ethnicity.
Director: Geoffrey Kent
Rehearsals: February 22, 2024
Opens: March 22, 2024
Closes: May 5, 2024
Dotty Otley / Mrs. Clackett: Female identifying, 40s-50s, any race/ethnicity. (Off stage Dotty) A
middle-aged British television star, top-billed star in the play and principal investor. Forgetful. Dating
much younger Garry, though she attempts to make him jealous by meeting with Freddy. (On Stage
Character: Mrs. Clackett): A Cockney Housekeeper for the Brent’s home in England. Hospitable,
though slow.
Garry Lejeune / Roger: Male identifying, 30s-40s, any race/ethnicity. (Off stage: Garry) The play’s
leading man, pompous and self-absorbed. Always is completing sentences with, “you know...” Easily
fired up, repeatedly tries to attack Freddy after believing that Dotty was cheating on him with Freddy.
Speech affectations disappear onstage but are ever-present offstage. Dating Dotty. Character does a
pratfall going down a staircase. (On Stage Character: Roger): An English Real estate agent who is
attempting to rent Flavia’s and Philip’s home, but uses it for his own personal benefit.
Frederick Fellowes / Philip Brent/ Sheik: Male Identifying, 30s-50s, any race/ethnicity. (Off stage:
Freddy) An actor with a serious fear of violence and blood. Well-meaning, but not too bright. Gets
nosebleeds easily. Often questions the meaning of his lines and moves. Blames himself often for
things going wrong. (On Stage Character: Philip Brent): An Englishman who lives out of the country
with his wife Flavia to avoid paying taxes. He enters the country knowing that if he is caught by Inland
Revenue, he will lose most of the year’s income. (On Stage Character: Sheikh): A Middle-Eastern,
Interested in renting Flavia’s and Phillip’s home and is the spitting image of Philip.
Belinda Blair / Flavia Brent: Female Identifying, 30s-50s. any race/ethnicity. (Off stage Belinda):
Cheerful and sensible, a reliable actress, cast mother. She may have feelings for Freddy. (On Stage
Character: Flavia Brent): Philip Brent’s English wife. She is dependable, though not one for household
duties.
Brooke Ashton / Vicki: Female identifying, 20s-30s, any race/ethnicity. (Off Stage: Brooke) young,
inexperienced actress from London, gorgeous, oblivious, distracted. Pays no attention to other
performers, either in performance or backstage. She seems as though she is not really present – like
she is somewhere else inside her head. Is always losing her contact lenses. One-third of a
Lloyd–Poppy–Brooke love triangle. (On Stage Character: Vicki): An English woman who works for
Inland Revenue and is trying to woo Roger. Appears in bra and panties.
Lloyd Dallas: Male identifying, 40s-50s, any race/ethnicity. Pretentious and moody director of the play
within the play (Nothing On), sarcastic sense of humor Temperamental. One third of a
Lloyd–Poppy–Brooke love triangle.
Poppy Norton-Taylor: Female identifying, 30s, any race/ethnicity. Assistant Stage Manager and
understudy to the female roles. Mousy and shy, easily flustered. Emotional and over-sensitive, and envious of Brooke, whom she understudies. Pregnant with Lloyd’s baby. One-third of a Lloyd-Poppy-
Brooke love triangle.
Timothy Allgood: Male identifying, 20s-30s, any race/ethnicity. Inexperienced, over-worked, stressed
Stage Manager of the play within the play, understudy to the male roles in the play within the play.
Selsdon Mowbray / Burglar: Male identifying, 60s-70s, any race/ethnicity. (Off Stage: Selsdon
Mowbray): An elderly alcoholic Englishman who hides his bottles onstage. If he is not in sight while
rehearsing, the stage crew must find him before he passes out. Is hard of hearing when he wants to
be. (On Stage Character: Burglar): Old Cockney man in his seventies, breaking into the Brent’s home.
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