Hope Repertory Theatre | Holland, MI
Sunday, March 30, 2025
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (E)
Lunch 1:00-2:00 PM
Contact Mandy Scott at 616-395-7600 M-F 9 AM-4 PM ET or email
theatre@hope.edu; appointments will be accepted until 5 PM ET the day before the audition.
LOA
Actors $636 (LOA ref LORT)
Equity actors for roles in the 2025 season (see breakdown). No roles will be understudied.
Please prepare a brief song of your choice and bring sheet music. An accompanist will be provided.
DeWitt Student & Cultural Center
141 E 12th St
Holland, MI 49423-3607
Expected to attend:
Artistic Director: Michelle Bombe
See directors in breakdown.
See production-specific dates in breakdown.
https://hope.edu/offices/hope-summer-repertory-theatre/
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.
Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA
Rick Walters, director
First Rehearsal - May 27
Opening - June 11
Closing - July 3
Rona Lisa Peretti: Female presenting. The number-one realtor in Putnam County, a former Putnam County Spelling Bee Champion herself, and the returning moderator. She is a sweet woman who loves children, but she can be very stern when it comes to dealing with Vice Principal Panch and his feelings for her. Her interest in the competition is unflagging and drives it forward. B3 - F5
Nate Allen, director
First Rehearsal - June 10
Opening - May 27
Closing - Aug 2
WINIFRED BANKS (Female presenting, sings solo, many lines, light dancing): George's wife and Jane and Michael's mother. A former actress, she is a loving mother who is busy trying to live up to her husband's desire to only associate with the best people as well as being the model wife and mother. She worries that she's not up to these tasks but discovers that she is. We are looking for a performer who makes strong, unique character choices both physically and vocally.
GEORGE BANKS (Male presenting, sings solo, many lines, light dancing): The father of Jane and Michael Banks, George is a banker to the core. Demanding precision and order in his household, he tries to be a good provider but often forgets to be a good father. His emotional armor, however, conceals a sensitive soul. This role requires an actor who can remain grounded and connected while being comically exaggerated with their physical and vocal performance.
MARY POPPINS (Female presenting, sings solo, many lines, good dancer): Jane and Michael Banks' new nanny. She is practically perfect in every way (and knows it, in a most delightful way). She is extraordinary, neat and tidy, and sometimes a little frightening but always exciting. The world interacts with her in a magical, but normal for her, way. This role requires an actress who can portray a strong, confident character who takes joy in everything she does.
BERT (Male presenting, sings solo, many lines, featured dancer): The narrator of the story, Bert is a good friend to Mary Poppins and possesses his own touch of magic. Bert has many occupations, including lamp-lighter, sidewalk artist, and chimney sweep. Bert speaks with a Cockney accent. The actor who plays this role must display a relaxed charisma and charm, excellent in-character listening/reacting skills, and must be comfortable dancing solo.
Chuma Gault, director
First Rehearsal - June 28
Opening - July 12
Closing - July 31
All roles have been cast.
TBA, director
First Rehearsal - June 24
Opening - July 3
Closing - July 13
Heidi: Female presenting - becomes the playwright Heidi Schreck - strong 40-something woman with passion and charisma.
Rhett Luedtke, director
First Rehearsal - July 5
Opening - July 20
Closing - July 31
ENSEMBLE: Strong singers needed for this beautiful song cycle by Adam Guettel. Seeking a diverse cast.
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