CAPE PLAYHOUSE 2011 SEASON **Revised** Equity Principal Audition - Cape Playhouse Auditions

Cape Playhouse 2011 Season

– Equity Principal Auditions

Dennis, MA COST Special 2011 salary TBA. 2010 minimum: $627/week.

Producing Artistic Dir: Evans Haile

Equity Principal Auditions:

Wednesday, February 16, 2011 – No accompanist. Actors' Equity Association Audition Center

Tuesday, February 22, 2011 – Accompanist provided. 165 West 46th Street, 2nd Floor

Wednesday, February 23, 2011 – Accompanist provided. New York City

9:30 AM - 5:30 PM all three days.

Lunch from 1 - 2.

2/16: No accompanist provided. Please prepare a brief monologue that is either from one of the season’s plays, or from standard, produced, published plays similar in style to the plays listed. “Original” monologues or monologues from movies are not acceptable for these auditions.

2/22 and 2/23: Accompanist provided on these days only. Please prepare a brief song that is either from one of the season’s musicals or from standard, produced musicals that are similar in style to those listed. (Performers may sing OR perform a monologue on these days; see above for instructions on acceptable monologues.)

Please bring a picture and resume, stapled together.

All dates below are in 2011.

AN EVENING WITH LUCILLE BALL Runs 6/13-6/25. Show is cast.

THE GRADUATE by Terry Johnson. Dir: Pamela Hunt. Runs 6/27-7/9.

With the exception of Mrs. Robinson, all roles are available. Notes: Theatre has indicated that it intends to cast the role of Benjamin with a “star”.There is nudity in this project. There will be suggested semi-nudity for Mrs. Robinson and Benjamin. (No nudity at auditions.)

Theatrical adaptation based on the famous novel and film. Takes place in the early 1960s, just as the Sexual Revolution and the old guard of the 1950s were about to meet face to face.

Mrs. Robinson:

45-55. Well-preserved; the ultimate cougar, ready to take her prey in hand and play with it as she sees fit. Seeking “STAR” to play this role.

Benjamin:

Early 20s. Discovering life, figuring out who he is and what he wants. Meanwhile, the somewhat willing prey for Mrs. Robinson.

Elaine:

Early 20s. Daughter of Mrs. Robinson, and the intended for Benjamin. Bright and energetic, she is nobody’s fool.

Mr. Robinson:

50-60. Quintessential “Mad Men” businessman, unaware of what’s going on in the private life around him.

Mr. Braddock (Dad):

45-55. Benjamin's dad, a true suburban father of the late 1950s. Wants to do the right thing. Believes in Republican policies.

Mrs. Braddock (Mom):

40s-50. Benjamin's mom. Proud wife and mother. Mrs. Cleaver has nothing on her.

Hotel Clerk / Psychiatrist:

30s-50. Track requires a versatile Actor with a wry sense of comedy, able to take on multiple roles as needed.

GASLIGHT by Patrick Hamilton. Dir: Mark Shanahan. Runs 7/11-7/23.

All roles available. Notes: Theatre has indicated that it intends to cast the roles of Mr. Manningham and Det. Rough with “stars”. GASLIGHT (aka ANGEL STREET) is a classic thriller, requiring great theatricality from the artists, and a heightened energy. The artists should not be afraid of the melodramatic aspects of this play.

Mr. Manningham:

40-55. Charismatic, with a dark sexual energy. Controlling and manipulative, yet able to attract attention when wanted. Seeking a “STAR name” for this role.

Mrs. Mannigham:

25-35. Dutiful wife, always trying to please, unsure of herself. Over the course of the play, finds the confidence and strength that lies underneath.

Det. Rough:

45-65. Detective with great understanding of human behavior. With a gleam in his eye, and like a dog with a bone, never willing to stop until he gets his man. Seeking a “STAR name” for this part.

Elizabeth:

40-60. A housekeeper of the “old school”, knowing her place, yet very aware of what’s going on around her. Ultimately loyal to those who deserve her attention.

Nancy:

20s. Young maid, flirty and presumptuous. Willing to do whatever is necessary to get what she wants.

FOOTLOOSE Stage Adaptation: Dean Pitchford and Walter Bobbie. Based on Pitchford’s original screenplay. Music: Tom Snow. Lyrics: D. Pitchford. Additional songs by various artists. Dir: Mark Martino. Mus Dir: Eric Alford. Runs 7/25-8/6.

All roles available. Most roles require strong dancer/singers. ALL high school characters MUST be strong dancers.

Ren McCormack:

Male. Must"read" high school age. Has to be triple threat – singer/GREAT dancer/actor AND witty and fun. For Ren, it’s a journey from boyhood to maturity.

Ethel McCormack:

Ren’s mom. Intelligent, resilient and quietly filled with inner strength.

Rev. Shaw Moore:

40s-50. Charismatic, charming, yet ultimately closed off from those around him, still mourning the death of his son.

Vi Moore:

The Reverend’s wife, holding life together with her husband, despite the loss of their son. Filled with a plucky irreverence.

Ariel Moore:

Must"read" high school age. Ariel is Rev. Moore’s daughter. Smart, loves to laugh. Her father’s daughter, and ultimately Ren's girlfriend.

Willard Hewitt:

Must"read" high school age. Character is innocent, giddy. Gentle soul with quick fists. Ready to discover the world.

Rusty:

Must"read" high school age. Female character. Sassy, self-assured. Truly believes she and Willard are meant to be together.

Coach Roger Dunbar:

High school Gym teacher.

CRAZY FOR YOU Music: George Gershwin. Lyrics: Ira Gershwin. Book: Ken Ludwig. Dir: Mark Martino. Choreo: Shea Sullivan. Mus Dir: William Johnson. Runs 8/8-8/20.

All roles available. Note: Theatre states that all 18 performers in this production must be strong dancer/singers with tap ability. Everyone in CRAZY FOR YOU taps…some more than others, but all will put on the tap shoes and shuffle ball-change at least once in the show!

Bobby Child:

Late 20s/30s. Our triple threat leading man…a charismatic combo of Gene Kelly’s athletic physicality and Fred Astaire’s stylish elegance…sings beautifully, taps amazingly, and totally charms…whether he’s pulling off broad physical comedy or tender romantic moments he literally sweeps Polly (and us) off her feet.

Polly Baker:

20s/early 30s. Our triple threat leading lady…an irresistible “cowgirl next door” … the Western mash-up of Judy Garland, Ethel Merman and Ginger Rogers, she can belt out a tune with gusto, break our heart with a ballad, and make us melt with her dancing skills. Open, honest, direct and – in spite of her confident swagger – a sweet and surprisingly vulnerable ingénue.

Everett Baker:

Late 50s/60s. Polly’s father…a slightly befuddled widower, still clinging to his memories of Polly’s showgirl mother and a happier time in a bustling Deadrock…a lousy businessman, but a loving and sympathetic dad. Sings well. Some tap.

Mrs. Lottie Child / Patricia Fodor:

Lottie: Late 50s/60s. Bobby’s mother…an imperious and controlling parent with a business head and a very firm hand…mother KNOWS best. Sings well. Some tap. Patricia: Female half of our “chirpy” English couple. Seasoned and affable traveler with the cheeriest of British “stiff upper lips”. Comic character actor with fun upper crust British accent…Miss Jane Hathaway by way of London.

Lank Hawkins:

Late 20s/30s. proprietor of Deadrock’s saloon – an intense, manic “visionary”…unfortunately, and frustratingly for Lank, nobody else in town shares his vision. Singing/dancing comic actor (who is also damn sexy!) who can make this cartoon character come to full, funny life.

Irene Roth:

Late 20s/early 30s. Bobby’s society debutante fiancée (of five years!). Glamorous, sophisticated, chilly and oh-so New York…until she gets to Deadrock, and lets her hair down with a hot cowboy. Singing/dancing comic actress able to turn this society gal into one sizzling saloon mama.

Bela Zangler:

Late 30s/40s. Imposing, dapper Hungarian impresario who produces “Zangler’s Follies”… larger-than-life, highly successful businessman who can steamroll over everyone…except the showgirl he’s gaga over, Tess. Comic actor/singer with great physical skills and timing. Some tap.

The Follies Girls:

Tess:

20s/early 30s. Dance director of “Zangler’s Follies”, and Zangler’s favorite. Smart, tart and sexy…the girl you turn to when you need advice, information and a wisecrack. Terrific singer and dancer (taps!)

Patsy :

20s. Not the sharpest pencil in the box…but the boys don’t seem to mind! Squeaky, sweet and funny. Terrific singer and dancer (taps!)

UNNECESSARY FARCE by Paul Slade Smith. Dir: James Brennan. Runs 8/22-9/3.

All roles available. All must have strong comedic ability. Play requires all artists to have a great sense of comedic timing of the door slamming variety. Physical comedy ability is a plus.

Eric Sheridan:

Early 30s. Bookish police officer who finds himself totally out of his element when called upon to express his feelings, disguise himself as somebody else and stand up to an armed mobster ... while not wearing any pants.

Billie Dwyer:

20s-30s. Eric's police partner. Seemingly lacks any skill for police work, but is as eager to succeed as she seems destined to fail.

Karen Brown:

30s-45. Accountant who takes pride in her professional demeanor … until this morning, when she finds herself with a deep sexual hunger and is unable to keep things under control.

Mayor Meekly:

50s-65. Affable, gentle innocent, not too quick on the pick-up.

Agent Frank:

30-50. Head of Security at Town Hall, and the wrong man for the job. Tries to present the confidence of a secret service agent; he is more often a man frightened by his own shadow.

Todd:

30-50s. Speaks with a pronounced Scottish accent. Professional hit man, cool and perceptive … until he dons his kilt and takes out the bagpipes!

Mary Meekly:

50s-65. The Mayor’s wife, small and sweet. In every way, the match for her husband.

Note from Equity: Equity Chorus Calls for FOOTLOOSE and CRAZY FOR YOU will be held at a later date. Watch for separate notices. The characters of Mitzi, Susie, Betsy, Mingo, Sam, Moose/Chauffeur, Custus/Perkins and Harry/Eugene Fodor will be listed on the ECC notices.

Theatre’s statement: “The Cape Playhouse actively solicits the audition participation of ethnic minorities, women, seniors and performers with disabilities. All roles are open to Non-Traditional Casting.”

Theatre’s mailing address: Cape Playhouse, PO Box 2001, Dennis, MA 02638.