Billy Elliot - San Diego Equity Performers
San Diego Musical Theatre
AUDITION DATE
Jun 25, 2017
4:00 pm (PDT)
APPOINTMENTS
To schedule an appointment, use the following link: http://castingmanager.com/audition/info/5cujySoR6atfR5s Any questions, email Jill at jill@sdmt.org
CONTRACT
Guest Artist Minimum - $458/wk
SEEKING
Singers, Dancers and Actors. AEA Contracts anticipated for any of the following roles: Dad, Mrs. Wilkinson and Grandma
PREPARATION
Prepare 32 bars of a pop or contemporary song in the style of the show that demonstrates personality. Bring sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided. Please check-in 10 minutes prior to your appointment time.
LOCATION
San Diego Musical Theatre Rehearsal Space
4652 Mercury Street
San Diego, CA 92111
PERSONNEL
Director: Neil Dale, Choreographer: Jared Nelson, Musical Director: Don LeMaster
OTHER DATES
Non-Union Begins: Tuesday, August 22, 2017, Equity Rehearsal Begins: Tuesday, August 29, 2017, Performances: September 22 - October 8, 2017 at the Spreckels Theatre
OTHER
Music by: Elton John, Book and lyrics: Lee Hall
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.
BREAKDOWN
DAD: 35-45. Billy's stoic father. A widowed miner struggling with maintaining a household in lieu of a work strike, he is still deeply scarred by the death of his wife. Billy's dancing initially sends him into a rage but he learns to support his son. Range: A2 - Eb4 Baritone-rough around the edges. No movement or dance required. Should attend Principal Call on Sunday, June 25 between 4pm-8pm.
GRANDMA: To play 60+. Billy's eccentric grandmother. She is forgetful and a little aloof. Despite her inattention, she harbors a bitter resentment towards her dead abusive husband but has found solace through dance. Range: F#3 - F#4. Alto- with good control of the vibrato. Not a dancer, but should be comfortable with some movement. Should attend Principal Call on Sunday, June 25 between 4pm-8pm.
TONY: To play 18-25. Caucasian. Billy's brother. A lazy but passionate miner. Hotheaded and scrappy with seemingly no regard of respect for his father, although he shares his disapproval of dance. Range: D3 - F4 – lyric Baritone/Tenor. No movement or dance required. Should attend Principal Call on Sunday, June 25 between 4pm-8pm.
MRS. WILKINSON: 40-50’s. The local ballet teacher who eventually becomes Billy's mentor. Hardened and mouthy, she actually has capacity for caring when she sees promise in Billy. Believes in the power of personal expression through dance. Range: Gb3 - Bb5 Alto- strong mix/belt. Not a dancer, but should be comfortable with some movement. Should attend Principal Call on Sunday, June 25 between 4pm-8pm.
BILLY’S DEAD MOM: late 20s - late 30s. Billy’s mom is a featured ensemble track. In the show she has died and returns to visit Billy in his imagination. She is a kind and loving woman and has some beautiful moments with Billy. This Person will also be used multiple times in the ensemble as a miners wife. Should attend Principal Call on Sunday, June 25 between 4pm-8pm.
DEBBIE WILKINSON: Seeking girl 9-12 years old. The ballet teacher's daughter. A bit stand-offish and argumentative, her childhood crush on Billy leads her to constantly discourage him. Should have basic ballet skills but acting is the priority. Should attend Kids Call on Sunday, June 25 at noon.
BALLET GIRLS / SMALL BOY: Seeking girls 9 to 14 years old 5’5” or smaller, and one small boy. Open to all ethnicities. All sizes and shapes. Should have basic ballet skills/knowledge. We are looking for a wide range of skill levels. Should attend Kids Call on Sunday, June 25 at noon. ADULT BILLY: 20’s. Very strong, classically trained ballet dancer. Should attend Ensemble Call on Monday, June 26 at 6pm.
ENSEMBLE/CHORUS: Open to all ethnicities. Ages 25 to 60. Men and women of all shapes, sizes and vocal types; who have solid singing voices and personalities to play many ensemble roles that include: MR BRAITHWAITE, BIG DAVEY, GEORGE, MINERS, POLICE OFFICERS, ROYAL BALLET SCHOOL MEMBERS. Vocal requirements: The top note for the Sopranos and Tenors is an Ab. The men and women should have character in their voices. Seeking movers and dancers. Should attend Ensemble Call on Monday, June 26 at 6pm.
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 audition.
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