North Texas Performing Arts Repertory Theatre is proud to announce auditions for their production of “The Producers”. Bialystock and Bloom! Those names should strike terror and hysteria in anyone familiar with Mel Brooks’ classic cult comedy film. The Producers once again sets the standard for modern, outrageous, in-your-face humor. It won a record twelve Tony Awards.
Location: North Texas Performing Arts Repertory Theatre at Shops at Willow Bend 6121 W. Park, Plano, TX 75093
Auditions:
Saturday, April 14th from 4:00-6:00
Sunday, April 15th from 3:00-5:30
Sunday, April 22nd 3:00-5:30
Audition Signup Link: https://northtexasperformingarts.org/event/2018-rep-producers-aud/
Prepare 32 bars of an up tempo musical theatre piece in the style of the show. Actors may bring sheet music or a recording to accompany them. Headshot and resume.
Director: Peg Waldschmidt
Performs June 22-24 and 29-30 at North Texas Performing Arts – Plano.
Casting – adults over 18 - all roles available
Cast Size: Flexible
Cast Type: Ensemble Cast
Dance Requirements: Standard
Character Breakdown
Max Bialystock
The consummate con man. Naturally animated and bombastic, he is never at a loss for charm and manners. Typically conspires with Leo.
Gender: Male
Age: 40 to 55
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Leo Bloom
An accountant. Boring and mousy, he is a hesitant optimist who longs for something more. Dragged into a scheme by Max.
Gender: Male
Age: 35 to 45
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Franz Liebkind
German loyalist playwright. From his lederhosen to his pigeon, Adolph, his love for the motherland is unmistakable. He is imposing yet tender.
Gender: Male
Age: 35 to 55
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: F2
Rogers Debris
New York's most famous and flamboyant stage director. Surrounds himself with deliciously beautiful clothing, people, and possessions. In a crowd, it would be impossible to miss him.
Gender: Male
Age: 50 to 60
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: G#2
Carmen Ghia
Roger Debris' faithful assistant. Carmen is severe in looks and passion for Roger. He may appear younger than he actually is thanks to skilled surgeons.
Gender: Male
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: C3
Ulla Inga Hansen Benson Yonsen Tallen-hallen Svaden-svanson
A young and hopeful actress. Though her beauty might eclipse her talent, Ulla is passionate about life and art. Quite a clueless seductress in some ways.
Gender: Female
Age: 20 to 30
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Ensemble
Accountants; Bavarian Peasants; Convicts; First Nighters; Little Old Ladies; Storm Troopers; Chorus Girls; Girl Prisoners; Usherettes
More information: https://northtexasperformingarts.org/event/2018-rep-producers-aud/
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