Sierra Repertory Theatre 2024 Season - Sonora, CA EPA Sierra Repertory Theatre | Sonora, CA
Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA
Thursday, February 1, 2024
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (P)
Lunch 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
To schedule an audition appointment, contact Artistic Director Jerry Lee at
casting@sierrarep.org. No phone calls.
SPT
$576 weekly minimum (SPT 6)
Equity actors for roles in Sierra Repertory Theatre's 2024 Season (See breakdown).
Please prepare a musical selection appropriate to the season that highlights your vocal and dramatic range. Be prepared to sing an additional contrasting selection if requested. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring a headshot and resume, stapled together.
East Sonora Theatre
13891 Mono Way
Sonora, CA 95370
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG - Directed by Valerie Rachelle
THE DROWSY CHAPERONE - Directed and choreographed by Russell Garrett
ROUTE 66 Director - TBD
Expected to attend:
Executive Director, Scott Viets (Directing INTO THE WOODS and RUDOLPH, THE RED NOSED REINDEER)
Artistic Director, Jerry Lee (Directing LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, HAIR and INTO THE WOODS)
See breakdown for production specific dates.
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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.
Sierra Repertory Theatre 2024 Season
First rehearsal: January 30, 2024
Opening: February 15, 2024
Closing: March 24, 2024
Venue: East Sonora Theatre
Chris: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST Head of the drama society and plays Inspector Carter in “The Murder at Haversham Manor.” High status clown. Rigid, uptight, everything really matters; he is the director of the show and this is the biggest day of his life; everything is riding on this; it is a nerve wracking and exciting night; his pain is evident and every time someone laughs the pain deepens; he has equal amounts of contempt for his fellow actors and the audience watching the play; British accent.
Robert: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST Plays Thomas Collamore in “The Murder at Haversham Manor.” Wants to be like Richard Burton as evidenced by his declamatory style; he is, however, not a parody of a bad actor; he is unaware of others around him; he does not feel badly when things go wrong and never learns from his mistakes; there is a power struggle between Robert and Chris to be president of the Cornley Poly Drama Society (a position that matters a great deal to Robert); Has real vocal power; British accent.
Max: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST Plays Cecil Haversham in “The Murder at Haversham Manor.” He has never been on stage before. He learned his lines and does exactly what he’s told to do. He has zero connection with any of the other actors, but when he gets a laugh, he breaks the fourth wall and engages with the audience. Childlike and naïve. His mistakes are fundamental. He doesn’t think anything through, just looks for approval. British accent.
Dennis: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST Plays the butler, Perkins, in “The Murder at Haversham Manor.” He has no real desire to be involved in the theater; he just wants to make friends (of which he has none). He believes if he does well in the show, he will be more successful socially. Laughter from the audience is agony for him. He may be slightly oblivious but understands when he gets things wrong. The laughter is a personal tragedy/failure; British accent.
Trevor: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST The play’s lighting and sound operator; they simply want to get on with the show; curmudgeonly and doesn’t care for actors; they are easily distracted and do many things they shouldn’t, including engaging with the audience; when things go really sideways, they are forced to act in the play; they hate acting; American accent.
Jonathan: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST Plays Charles Haversham in “The Murder at Haversham Manor.” A bit bland but sees himself as a James Bond type. Excited and having fun, but not naïve. He technically must drive the show. He cares about the play, but not to the same extent as the others. Very physical role. British accent.
Sandra: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST Plays Florence Colleymoore “The Murder at Haversham Manor.” She is vain and possesses a huge ego. Wants to be loved. Has ambitions to go to Hollywood and will hurt anyone standing in the way of what she wants but is smart enough to stay on the good side of someone who can help her. The stakes are high for her. Very physical role; British accent.
Annie: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST The stage manager; she has the biggest journey of any of the characters; when Sandra is indisposed Annie, who cannot bear to be on stage, must step in initially terrified by acting, she is willing to kill for it by the end of the play; her initial terror turns to joy, and then to fury; she starts small, but grows and grows; American accent.
First rehearsal: March 5, 2024
Opening: March 28, 2024
Closing: April 28, 2024
Venue: Fallon House Theatre
Seymour Krelborn: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST An insecure, put-upon florist's clerk and eventual hero. He is a genuine, well-meaning man who is taken for granted because of his clumsy ways and poor social skills.
Audrey: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST Bleached-blond, Billie-Dawn-like, secret love of Seymour's life. She has poor self-worth and education, but incredibly good looks and a sweet and vulnerable demeanor.
Mr. Mushnik: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST The seasoned owner of the failing East Side flower shop and Seymour's nosy boss. He is profit-driven, greedy, and manipulative.
Orin Scrivello: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST An egotistical dentist with a passion for leather and sadistic tendencies. Audrey's abusive boyfriend, who is targeted by Seymour. This track doubles as other Ensemble roles.
The Plant (Audrey II): THIS ROLE IS PRECAST Puppet. An anthropomorphic cross between a Venus flytrap and an avocado, the plant has an appetite for human flesh that is appeased by Seymour. Puppeteer doubles as other sizes of the plant.
Voice Of The Plant: An actor/vocalist located offstage. The voice is that of a conniving, street-smart 'villain.' A funky Rhythm and Blues voice is best.
Crystal: Crystal, Ronnette and Chiffon are Black street urchins, acting as the occasional Greek Chorus. Young, hip, and smart, these girls are the only ones who have a grip on reality.
Ronnette: Crystal, Ronnette and Chiffon are Black street urchins, acting as the occasional Greek Chorus. Young, hip, and smart, these girls are the only ones who have a grip on reality.
Chiffon: Crystal, Ronnette and Chiffon are Black street urchins, acting as the occasional Greek Chorus. Young, hip, and smart, these girls are the only ones who have a grip on reality.
First rehearsal: April 23, 2024
Opening: May 9, 2024
Closing: June 9, 2024
Venue: East Sonora Theatre
Man In Chair: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST Musical theatre aficionado who mourns the end of the Golden Era. He narrates the show as he listens to the record on vinyl.
Mrs. Tottendale: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST The air-headed, proper, and bossy host of the wedding.
Underling: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST Mrs. Tottendale's savvy butler who is thrifty and stiff yet has an understated sense of humor.
Robert Martin: The dashing, ever-cheerful groom; played by matinee-idol Percy Hyman. George: Robert's anxious, dim-witted best man who has Robert's best-interest always at heart.
Feldzieg: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST Broadway producer who is desperate for his star to return to his show; played by Jack Adler.
Kitty: Feldzieg's dim-witted companion who has hopes of being a star; played by Sadie Adler.
Gangsters (2): Posing as pastry chefs, this duo is intending to collect from Feldzieg; played by the vaudeville duo Tall Brothers.
Aldolpho: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST European self-proclaimed ladies man; played by former silent movie star Roman Bartelli.
Janet Van De Graaf: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST The famous bride. Glamorous and talented star of Feldzieg's Follies; played by rising star Jane Roberts.
The Drowsy Chaperone: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST Janet's alcoholic confidante and friend; played by well-established stage actress Beatrice Stockwell.
Trix: The brave and brash female aviator who, by chance, is recruited to perform the wedding. Ensemble: Staff; Reporters.
First rehearsal: June 4, 2024
Opening: June 20, 2024
Closing: July 21, 2024
Venue: Fallon House Theatre
Tenor I – Approximate Vocal Range: D – Bb (F#); very strong falsetto. Sings the very high Beach Boy style ‘wah-oohs’ throughout the show.
Tenor II – Approximate Vocal Range: C – G (Db); also strong falsetto. Sings the falsetto parts when Scot is singing lead.
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Bari-tenor/Bass – Approximate Vocal Range: (A) B – E (with strong G). Sings low trucker songs, many solos in tenor range.
Baritone/Bass – Approximate Vocal Range: G – F. Vocally sings bass line, most solos are in bari tenor range.
First rehearsal: August 13, 2024
Opening: September 5, 2024
Closing: September 29, 2024
Venue: Fallon House Theatre
Berger: He is an irreverent, anti-establishment, free spirit and the Tribe’s most expressive member. Vocal Range: Tenor (A2-B4)
Woof: An androgynous, gentle soul. He loves plants, his family and the audience. Hung up on Mick Jagger. Vocal Range: Tenor/High Baritone (D3-G4)
Hud: Hud is a militant African American member of the tribe who loves Dionne. Vocal Range: Baritone (B2-F4)
Claude: He is the nominal leader and moral center of the Tribe. Vocal Range: Tenor (A2-F4)
Jeanie: An idealistic, pregnant environmentalist (earth-mother) who is in love with Claude. Vocal Range: Alto (G3-F4)
Dionne: She is a vivacious, strong, free-thinking African American. Vocal Range: Mezzo Soprano/Soprano (F4-F5)
Crissy: Crissy is sweet and innocent, and in love with motorcycle gang member Frank Mills (who never appears in the show). Crissy is the youngest member of the Tribe. Vocal Range: Mezzo Soprano/Soprano (A3-C5)
Sheila: An NYU student and antiwar protestor. She is hung up on Berger. Vocal Range: Mezzo Soprano/Alto (G3-C5)
Margaret Mead: He is a Tribe member who at one point in the show, portrays a female tourist. Vocal Range: Tenor (A2-B4)
Hubert: He is a Tribe member who at one point in the show, portrays a tourist w/Margaret Mead. Vocal Range: Baritone (B2-F4)
Ensemble: Other members of the tribe who play multiple characters in the show
First rehearsal: September 17, 2024
Opening: October 10, 2024
Closing: November 10, 2024
Venue: East Sonora Theatre
Narrator/Mysterious Man: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST An intellectual and pleasant storyteller who helps to orchestrate the show and illustrate lessons to the audience. This track doubles as a mischievous vagrant and nosy meddler. He is a good-natured protector and observer.
Cinderella: A young, earnest maiden who is constantly mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters.
Jack: The feckless Giant killer who is 'almost a man.' He is adventurous, naive, energetic, and bright eyed.
Jack's Mother: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST Browbeating and weary, Jack's protective mother who is independent, bold, and strong-willed.
The Baker: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST A harried and insecure baker who is simple and loving, yet protective of his family. He wants his wife to be happy and is willing to do anything to ensure her happiness but refuses to let others fight his battles.
The Baker's Wife: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST Determined and bright woman who wishes to be a mother. She leads a simple, yet satisfying life and is very low-maintenance yet proactive in her endeavors.
Cinderella's Stepmother: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST The mean-spirited, demanding stepmother of Cinderella.
Florinda And Lucinda: Cinderella's stepsisters who are black of heart. They follow in their mother's footsteps of abusing Cinderella.
Little Red Riding Hood: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST A spoiled young girl who is strong-willed, quick witted, fearless, yet youthful and naive.
The Witch: Sarcastic, ugly-then-gorgeous, obsessive protector of Rapunzel who is straightforward and aggressive.
Granny/Cinderella's Mother: Little Red’s rambunctious Grandmother. This track doubles as Cinderella's Mother. Deceased with her soul guarding and aiding her daughter from a tree.
Rapunzel: A loopy-but-lovely maiden who is sheltered by the Witch and terribly lonely. She yearns to experience the world.
Cinderella's Prince/Wolf: Vain and gorgeous, he is a disloyal lover who is currently searching for the next new, exciting thing. This track doubles as a wolf. Hungry and insatiable hunter who takes advantage of the weak by misleading and captivating his prey.
Rapunzel's Prince: Just as vain and gorgeous as his Prince brother, he is always chasing the newest, most exiting endeavor.
First rehearsal: October 29, 2024
Opening: November 21, 2024
Closing: December 22, 2024
Venue: Fallon House Theatre
Rudolph: A young buck. Youthful; physically agile; winning performer; vulnerable but strong; a solid singer.
Sam: A snowman. A warm, middle-aged man with a relaxed demeanor. A powerful storyteller who never gets in the way of the story he's telling. A knowing sense of humor; an appealing, warm singing voice.
Santa Claus: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST Larger-than-life personality; cheerful but distracted. Agelessly youthful but should read middle-aged. Should not be cast as heavyset. Strong singing voice.
Hermey: An elf. Charmingly apologetic, but with inner strength. Strong comic sensibility; moves well and has a strong character voice.
Clarice: A young doe. Youthful; physically agile. Strong, willful, loving, flirtatious, has a lilting pure soprano voice.
Yukon Cornelius/Coach Comet: A prospector. Tall, large man who should read mid-40s; instantly likable character; slightly absent-minded; physically agile and strong comedic ability. This track doubles as Coach Comet. Reindeer Games Coach; Clarice's father. Physically agile; featured member of Santa's team; leads the reindeer games with coach-like quality.
Donner/Boss Elf/Blitzen: Rudolph's father. Physically agile; tougher on the outside than he is on the inside. This track doubles as Boss Elf. Humorless manager of the elves' workshop; innate comic sensibility and Blitzen, one of Santa’s reindeer, in the finale sequence.
Mrs. Donner: Rudolph's mother. Maternal, soft-spoken, quietly strong. Warm mezzo. Mrs. Claus: THIS ROLE IS PRECAST Feisty, matter-of-fact, inherently warm. A strong belter. Fireball: A young buck. Featured member of the chorus; young, sparky, boyish.
Ensemble: Santa’s Reindeer, Puppets, Misfit Toys
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