Musical Theatre West
REVISED
Audition location updated.
AUDITION DATE
Sat, Jul 30, 2022
11:00 am - 7:30 pm (EST)
Break 2:00-3:00pm
APPOINTMENTS
For appointments, contact mtwauditions@musical.org (please include Equity status & member ID #) Visit musical.org/auditions for full audition notice.
CONTRACT
COST $863 weekly minimum (Tier 2+)
SEEKING
Equity actors for principal roles and chorus singer parts in Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA and DAMN YANKEES (see breakdown).
Actors local to the Los Angeles / Orange County area are encouraged to submit.
All actors must be vaccinated for COVID-19.
Musical Theatre West strives to reflect its community, and welcomes and encourages all performers of any gender identity, age, religion, sexual orientation, race/ethnicity, language, physical ability or diverse viewpoints to audition.
PREPARATION
Please prepare a brief vocal selection in the style of the show you are auditioning for. Singing from one of the shows is welcomed. For Cinderella, a traditional musical theatre ballad is recommended (nothing pre-1975). Callback material can be found at musical.org/auditions 1 week prior to callbacks
LOCATION
Musical Theatre West Rehearsal Hall
4350 East 7th Street
Long Beach, CA 90804
PERSONNEL
Expected to attend:
Paul Garman, Executive Director/Producer
Larry Raben, Director (Cinderella)
Cynthia Ferrer, Director (Damn Yankees)
Peggy Hickey, Choreographer (Cinderella)
Bren Thor, Company Manager
OTHER DATES
DAMN YANKEES
Callback dates: Saturday, August 13 & Sunday, August 14, 2022
First rehearsal: Tuesday, September 27, 2022
Preview: Friday, October 14, 2022
Opening: Saturday, October 15, 2022
Closing: Sunday, October 30, 2022
R+H's CINDERELLA
Callback date: Monday, August 1, 2022
First rehearsal: Monday, November 14, 2022
Preview: Friday, December 2, 2022
Opening: Saturday, December 3, 2022
Closing: Sunday, December 18, 2022
OTHER
www.musical.org
MTW operates under the guidance of Equity's MOU regarding COVID-19 Pandemic Reopening Process. All company members must be Fully Vaccinated for COVID-19. Proof of vaccination will be required to audition.
An Equity Monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of 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
R+H CINDERELLA SHOW DESCRIPTION
Music by Richard Rodgers
Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II
New Book by Douglas Carter Beane
Original Book by Oscar Hammerstein II
Directed by Larry Raben
Music Direction by Dennis Castellano
Choreographed by Peggy Hickey
Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella is the new Broadway adaptation of the classic musical. This contemporary take on the classic tale features Rodgers & Hammerstein's most beloved songs, including “In My Own Little Corner,” “Impossible/It's Possible” and “Ten Minutes Ago,” alongside an up-to-date, hilarious and romantic libretto by Tony Award nominee Douglas Carter Beane.
SEEKING:
ELLA: soprano — B3-G5. Strong singer and dancer. 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 in 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.
TOPHER: tenor — B2-A4. Strong singer and dancer. 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 kindhearted, he is at a crossroads and must take control of his kingdom and his future.
JEAN-MICHEL: tenor — C3-G4. 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. Has a crush on Gabrielle, though their courtship is forbidden because they are from different social classes.
GABRIELLE: mezzo-soprano — C4-D4. 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.
CHARLOTTE: mezzo-soprano — B3-E5. Ella's stepsister and daughter of Madame. Brash, self-centered, materialistic, snooty, loud, sassy, and bratty, she has a ridiculously high, but unfounded opinion of herself. She never passes up an opportunity to be the center of attention.
MARIE: soprano — A3-Ab5. 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.
Madame: alto — B3-D5. 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.
SEBASTIAN: baritone — C#3-Eb4. 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.
LORD PINKLETON: legit tenor — D3-A4. The Lord Chancellor's right-hand man. Announces royal balls, banquets and even the weather to the villagers.
ENSEMBLE: Strong singers & dancers of all ranges.
DAMN YANKEES
Middle-aged baseball fanatic Joe Boyd, trades his soul to the Devil, also known as Mr. Applegate, for a chance to lead his favorite team to victory in the pennant race against the New York Yankees. As young baseball sensation, Joe Hardy, he transforms the hapless Washington Senators into a winning team, only to realize the true worth of the life that he's left behind. Joe ultimately outsmarts Applegate, returns to his former self and shepherds the Senators to the World Series.
SEEKING:
Joe Boyd: A middle-aged, overweight married man who is in love with baseball, especially the Senators. Age: 40 to 55. Vocal range: G5-A3.
Meg Boyd: Joe's long-suffering, but loyal wife. She is lonely and misses her husband. Decides a little white lie is worth telling to save a good person. Age: 40 to 50. Vocal range top: G5. Vocal range bottom: G3.
Applegate: The Devil in disguise as a slick salesperson. A controlling, greedy smooth talker. Charming and formidable. Any gender. Age: 35 to 60. Vocal range top: G5. Vocal range bottom: A3.
Sister: A friend of Meg's and Doris's sister. Outspoken and brash but caring. Very involved in community activities. Comedic. Age: 35 to 45. Vocal range top: G5. Vocal range bottom: D4.
Doris: A friend of Meg's. She is slightly quieter and more conservative than her sister, but still outspoken. An avid baseball fan very involved in the community. Comedic. Age: 35 to 45. Vocal range top: G5. Vocal range bottom: D4.
Joe Hardy: The 22-year-old, home run hitting alter ego of Joe Boyd. A good guy who loves that he is living out his dream, but deeply misses the life and love he left behind. Vocal range top: G5. Vocal range bottom: A3.
Sohovik: A baseball player for the Washington Senators. The smartest and most level-headed of the players. Enjoys his side job of selling insurance. The unofficial leader of the team. Age: 25 to 35. Vocal range top: G5. Vocal range bottom: D4.
Smokey: A catcher for the Washington Senators. Not the sharpest tool in the shed. Tries to be a tough guy like Rocky, but truly is not. Age: 25 to 35. Vocal range top: G5. Vocal range bottom: C3.
Van Buren: The luckless team manager. A sort of father-figure for the team, who proudly defends them. A bit of a loose cannon. Age: 45 to 60. Vocal range top: A5. Vocal range bottom: D4.
Rocky: A baseball player for the Washington Senators. Cocky, but a little bit dopey, too. Age: 25 to 35. Vocal range top: B5. Vocal range bottom: D4.
Gloria Thorpe: A probing reporter who's bottom-line is a good story for her paper. Fearless, feisty and biting. Strong singer/dancer. Age: 25 to 35. Vocal range top: G5. Vocal range bottom: B3.
Mr. Welch: The owner of the Senators. Believes in Joe and believes in his team. A peacekeeper between the press and the team. Protective of Joe and the boys. Age: 50 to 65. Vocal range top: G5. Vocal range bottom: D4.
Lola: The Devil's seductress assistant. Sexy and confident. Falls in love with Joe when her usual tricks don't work on him. Though she's done many bad things, she is a good person deep down inside. Great Singer/Dancer. Age: 25 to 35. Vocal range top: G5. Vocal range bottom: F3.
Ensemble: Ball Players; Baseball Fans.
Requirement for proof of vaccination/negative test.
Everyone entering the audition venue (i.e., venue employees, Equity members, non-members, casting personnel, creatives, producers, musicians, COVID Safety Managers, etc.) will be required to undergo a symptom check and provide one of the following prior to entry into the venue:
Proof of full vaccination. “Fully vaccinated,” as defined by the CDC, is more than 14 calendar days following receipt of a final dose of an FDA or World Health Organization authorized or approved vaccine.
Two-ply cloth face masks, surgical masks, singer’s masks and respirators (N95, KN95 or KF94) will be allowed for face coverings. Single-ply face masks, gaiters and bandanas are not acceptable face coverings. Everyone in the holding room and audition room will always wear a face covering as described above, except for the actor when they are actively auditioning. The time spent unmasked should be as minimal as possible. Face coverings must be worn correctly (covering the nose and mouth). Singer’s masks can be found at www.broadwayreliefproject.com/singersmask.
If the risk level for Los Angeles is trending upwards and may rise to High (Red) we will contact members with appointments at least 24 hours before the first audition appointment time to let them know there is a chance that the auditions may need to be postponed or cancelled. All members with appointments will be notified if the auditions must be postponed or cancelled.
We encourage members to prepare for their audition at home, to the extent that they can (e.g., get dressed, hair/make-up, etc.) to avoid crowding in bathrooms and dressing rooms. Additional information required in notice:
Holding/Audition room information:
The audition room can accommodate no more than 33 individuals at a time.
The holding room will be outside in a shaded area.
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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