'Hairspray' Open Casting Call on Fri. Jan.25

Hairspray is currently seeking for its next big-haired, big-style and big-hearted Tracy Turnblad! An open casting-call will be held January 25 at at Telsey + Company, 315 West 43rd Street, 10th Floor, Manhattan from 3:00pm – 5:00pm only on January 25th 2008. Do no arrive prior to 2:30PM or after 5PM.

Please prepare to sing "Good Morning Baltimore" from Hairspray if possible.  If you cannot prepare that song, please prepare to sing any 1960s-style uptempo pop song.  We might not need you to sing the entire song.  Bring sheet music; a piano accompanist will be
provided.  Bring photo (snapshots are ok) and resume stapled together.

There will be no dancing at this audition; everyone must sing.  Non-Equity and Equity performers are welcome.  No previous theatrical experience is necessary.

SEEKING:
Tracy Turnblad - Female, Caucasian, height of 5'3" or shorter, 18 - late 20s to play high school age.  Must be heavyset.  Outgoing,
unstoppable, goodhearted with a vibrant, lovable, spirited personality.  Loves to dance.  Becomes a teen heroine, integrating the local TV teen dance show in 1962 Baltimore and gaining the affection of Link Larkin, the show's heartthrob.  Needs a fantastic pop belt singing voice. 

If you are unable to attend and would like to be considered for future auditions, mail photo and resume to: 
Telsey + Company; Attn: "HAIRSPRAY" – Tracy; 311 West 43rd Street, 10th Floor; New York, NY 10036.