BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL - Austin, TX EPA Zachary Scott Theatre Center | Austin, TX
Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM (C)
To schedule an audition appointment, please email: auditions@zachtheatre.org. If you are unable to attend these in person auditions, please see breakdown for details of how to submit a video audition.
LOA
$777 weekly minimum (Ref. to LORT)
Equity actors for roles in BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL (See breakdown).
Actors of all ethnicities, ages and gender identities will be considered for all roles.
Please prepare one song from this dropbox link for the character of your choice: https://shorturl.at/nuzA3 . For those characters that only have sides in their folder, please prepare a short song of your choice and be prepared to read the sides. Also, please bring your headshot and resume stapled together.
ZACH Theatre - Rehearsal Studios
1426 Toomey Rd
Austin, TX 78704
Nowlin Rehearsal Studio
Musical by Douglas McGrath
Directed by Cassie Abate
Choreographed by Christa Oliver
Musical Direction by Allen Robertson
Expected to atttend:
Director - Cassie Abate
Producing Artistic Director - Dave Steakley
Casting Associate- Marilyn Wechsler
Callbacks: April 8th and 9th
Rehearsals begin: July 9th, 2024
Performances begin: July 31st, 2024 Close: September 8th, 2024
Possible extension until September 22nd, 2024
Performance schedule: 6 to 7 shows per week: Tuesdays through Sundays at 7:30pm and some Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 2:30pm.
OTHER
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.
Video audition option:
If you are unable to attend these auditions in person, you may send a video audition submission.
Please submit your video audition, headshot, and resume via the following link:
https://shorturl.at/cnwX7 .
Please prepare one song from this dropbox link of the character of your choice:
https://shorturl.at/nuzA3 . For those characters that only have sides in their folder, please prepare a short song of your choice (which can be your own or you may use any of the other characters songs in the dropbox) and read the sides.
Please film your audition in front of a clean background, with no backlighting. As much as possible, limit ambient noise including air conditioners and other electronics.
Video Submission Deadline: March 22nd, 2024 at 6:00pm CT.
SYNOPSIS: Relive the incredible journey of Carole King, from writing pop classics for renowned artists to her chart-topping success with Tapestry, in the captivating musical Beautiful. With over two dozen timeless hits like “You’ve Got a Friend” and “Natural Woman,” this international phenomenon combines beloved songs with an unforgettable story that will leave a lasting impression.
Carole King (18+ to play ages 16-29) Vocal range top: Eb5 Vocal range bottom: Eb3. An aspiring singer/songwriter. A unique, appealing, funny and vulnerable girl from a Jewish family in Brooklyn. Talented, good natured, unassuming and often the peacemaker in difficult situations. A reluctant star with no pretense and a passion for music. A powerful, distinctive voice. Piano skills preferred but not required.
Gerry Goffin (18+ to play late teens-late 20s) Vocal range top: A4 Vocal range bottom: D3. Carole’s boyfriend, songwriting partner and eventual husband. He is smoldering, with a rebel vibe. Although sexy, he is innately sympathetic, wounded and tortured. An ambitious artist always striving for more. Sings well.
Cynthia Weil (18+ to play late teens-late 20s) Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: G3. 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. Strong comic timing who sings extremely well.
Barry Mann (18+ to play late teens-late 20s) Vocal range top: A4 Vocal range bottom: C3. A songwriter who becomes romantically involved with Cynthia. He is good natured, appealing & neurotic. Ambitious, but likeable. Comedic with a great voice. Comfortable with pop & rock style singing.
Don Kirshner (30s-40s) Vocal range top: C#4 Vocal range bottom: A2. An influential music publisher and producer. He is a fast talking, energetic force of nature. Powerful, direct & sometimes intimidating, but he has a real affinity for his writers and artists. A hit maker.
Genie Klein (40s-50s) Carole’s Jewish mother. Once an aspiring playwright, she has been broken down by life & her husband’s infidelity. Protective of Carole and unforgiving of her husband’s mistakes. Non singing role.
ENSEMBLE: A multitalented ensemble of singer/dancers who will portray members of Carole’s inner circle as well as famous musical groups that Carole, Gerry, Cynthia, and Barry wrote for. Including:
Betty/ENSEMBLE (20s) Carole’s childhood friend.
Neil Sedaka/Righteous Brother/Lou Adler/ Ensemble (20s-30s) Caucasian, a singer songwriter. Vocal range top: G#4 Vocal range bottom: A#3
Drifter #1 /ENSEMBLE (20s-30s) Black, Member of the doo-wop group The Drifters. Vocal range top: Eb5 Vocal range bottom: B2
Drifter #2 /ENSEMBLE (20s-30s) Black, Member of the doo-wop group The Drifters. Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: B2
Drifter #3 /ENSEMBLE (20s-30s) Black, Member of the doo-wop group The Drifters. Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: B2
Drifter #4 /ENSEMBLE (20s-30s) Black, Member of the doo-wop group The Drifters. Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: B2
Shirelle #1/Janelle Woods (20s-30s) Black, Member of the pop group The Shirelles. Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: G3
Shirelle #2/Little Eva/One Fine Day Backup Singer (20-30s) Black, Member of the pop group The Shirelles. Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: G3
Shirelle #3/One Fine Day Backup Singer/Uptown Singer (20-30s) Black, Member of the pop group The Shirelles. Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: G3
Lucille/Shirelle #4/One Fine Day Backup Singer (20-30s) Black, Member of the pop group The Shirelles. Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: G3
Righteous Brother/Nick (20s-30s) Caucasian, a singer songwriter. Vocal range top: G4 Vocal range bottom: F2
Marilyn Wald (20s) a singer. Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: G3
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