ACT II PLAYHOUSE 2012-13 SEASON - Act II Playhouse Auditions

Roles are available unless otherwise specified. For pre-cast roles, auditioning performers will be considered as possible (emergency) replacements, should any become necessary.

Gutenberg! The Musical!
written by Scott Brown & Anthony King
directed by Tom Quinn
A co-production with Montgomery Theater

1st rehearsal: 8/21/12. 
Runs at Montgomery Theatre 9/13-10/6/12. Runs at Act II Oct. 9 – Nov. 4, 2012

In this two-man musical spoof, a pair of aspiring playwrights perform a backers’ audition for their new project - a big, splashy musical about printing press inventor Johann Gutenberg. With an unending supply of enthusiasm, Bud and Doug sing all the songs and play all the parts in their irreverent historical epic.

Doug Simon: is an innocent. He’s a naïve, utterly sincere and earnest man who never met a cause he wasn’t passionate about. He’s a jack-of-all-trades, master of none, who compensates with an infectious, matter-of-fact energy and focus that would probably sound condescending if he weren’t so likable. He’s incredibly proud of the show he wrote with Bud, and thinks Bud, whom he adores, is a genius. 37ish.

Bud Davenport: CAST. An innocent. He’s eager to please, and thrives on approval. When Bud sings one of his songs, he’s reveling in his own “brilliance.” But he’s too naïve to be a true egomaniac; if anything, he’s overly grateful for the mere opportunity to create and perform. Bud enjoys getting caught up in Doug’s passion and admires his friend’s Big Ideas. 32ish.




Assassin
by David Robson
directed by Seth Reichgott
*World Premiere*
A co-production with Interact Theatre 

Feb. 19 – March 17, 2013

A hard-hitting, heart-pounding new drama about football and redemption. Thirty years ago, feared NFL defensive back Jack Tatum, nicknamed “Assassin,” ended receiver Darryl Stingley’s career. Today, Jack seeks a meeting with the man he paralyzed, hoping for forgiveness. In his way is a young attorney and a secret that may destroy them both.

Jack: African American ex-professional football player in his late 50s.

Lewis: African American attorney in his mid-to-late 30s




Lend Me a Tenor
by Ken Ludwig
directed by Bud Martin

May 7 – June 2, 2013

Lend Me a Tenor is a madcap screwball comedy that takes place when Tito Merelli, the fiery-tempered and world famous Italian superstar, goes missing just as he’s to make his debut with a local opera company. As the show's presenter (Tony Braithwaite) conspires to cover for Tito's absence, placate his hot-blooded wife, and distract his passionate fans, chaos on a truly operatic level ensues!


Max: (18-25) assistant to Saunders.

Maggie: 18-25) Max’s girlfriend.

Tito Merelli: (40-50) A world-famous tenor, known also to his fans as Il Stupendo. 

Maria: (40-50) Tito’s wife.

Bellhop: (Late 20s to early 30s) A bellhop. 

Diana: (Late 20s to mid-30s) A soprano. 

Julia: (Late 40s to early 50s) Chairman of the Opera Guild.

Saunders: CAST. (40-50) Maggie’s father, general manager of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company.