Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma 2023 Summer Season - Oklahoma City EPA/ECC Singers
Lyric Theatre Of Oklahoma | Oklahoma City, OK
Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA
Friday, February 24, 2023
3:00 PM - 8:00 PM (C)
To schedule an audition appointment please fill out the following form:
https://lyrictheatreokc.com/auditions/ . If you are unable to attend these calls, please send any inquiries regarding video submissions to: Artisticintern@LyricTheatreOKC.org. Include
the name of the show and character in the title of the email.
URTA
$950 weekly minimum (Tier IV)
Equity actors for roles in Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma's 2023 Summer Season (See breakdown).
Lyric encourages and will consider actors from diverse backgrounds and genders for all roles in all productions.
Please prepare a short song in the style of the show. If there is a particular role you are interested in, you may sing that character's song. An accompanist will be provided at all auditions. Unless specifically stated, no acapella singing is permitted. Also, please bring your headshot and resume stapled together. For any questions, please email: Artisticintern@LyricTheatreOKC.org.
Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma 2023 Summer Season - Oklahoma City EPA/ECC Singers
Lyric Theatre and Thelma Gaylord Academy building
1801 NW 16th Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73106
THIS SPACE'S VENTILATION HAS NOT BEEN VERIFIED BY ACTORS' EQUITY ASSOCIATION.
Expected to attend:
Michael Baron, Producing Artistic Director Ashley Wells, Executive Director
Matthew Sipress, Production Manager Brian Hamilton - Collaborative Pianist Amy Reynolds Reed - Choreographer Hui Cha Poos - Choreographer
Jerome Stevenson - Director SOUND OF MUSIC
Scott Guthrie - reader
See breakdown for production specific personnel.
THE SOUND OF MUSIC
First Rehearsal 6/13/23
Open 6/27/23
Close 7/2/23
THE PROM
First Rehearsal 6/28/23
Open 7/11/23
Close 7/16/23
AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’
First Rehearsal 7/12/23
Open 7/25/23
Close 7/30/23
OTHER
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.
Equity encourages everyone participating in the auditions to wear a two-ply cloth face mask, surgical mask, singer’s mask or respirator (N95, KN95 or KF94). Single-ply face masks, gaiters and bandanas are not recommended. Singer’s masks can be found at www.broadwayreliefproject.com/singersmask.
Equity encourages members to prepare for their audition prior to arriving at the audition venue, to the extent that they can (e.g., get dressed, hair/make-up, etc.) to avoid crowding in bathrooms and dressing rooms.
Holding/Audition room information:
The maximum capacity in the holding room is: 25
The maximum capacity in the audition room is: 45
Director - W. Jerome Stevenson
Choreographer - Hui Cha Poos
Music Director - David Andrews Rogers
THE SOUND OF MUSIC - DIRECTOR’S AUDITION NOTE:
Thank you in advance for sharing your time and talents by auditioning for Lyric Theatre’s 2023 production of The Sound of Music. I am overjoyed to have the opportunity to explore this iconic piece of American musical theatre as at its core is a beautiful story of faith, courage, family, and choosing “right” even in the face of great opposition. This story unfolds during one of our world’s most challenging times; one that is important to reflect upon now more than ever. As such, it is my belief that in the world of our play, IDENTITY MATTERS – perhaps even more than historical accuracy. So, I not only want to encourage artists of diverse identities to audition and be a part of this show, but I’m driven to make those identities an integral part of our storytelling. I encourage you to let who you are inform the choices you make. To put it plainly, whatever you’re auditioning for, don’t allow the character as (and by whom) it has been played to define how it must be played. That’s how we can, together, discover new possibilities. I believe the work of equity, diversity, and inclusion is ongoing, and evolves when we welcome new perspectives to cast, creative team, and audience. I am thrilled for this chance to explore this story through the inclusion of fully represented voices. I hope that you will consider joining us in this exploration.
MARIA RAINER (soprano female presenting) A postulant at Nonnberg Abbey – young, free spirited, warm, gentle and kind with much determination. NOTE: Should be comfortable with moments of intimacy including a kiss with Captain von Trapp.
CAPTAIN GEORG VON TRAPP (baritone male presenting) A retired Austrian naval captain. Polished, yet very military in the way he runs his life to repress his sadness over the death of his wife; underneath, he is warm, understanding, and determined. NOTE: Should be comfortable with moments of intimacy including a kiss with Maria.
MAX DETWEILLER (tenor/baritone male presenting) Charming and vital; a man of sophistication who enjoys the good life; true and loyal friend to the von Trapp family.
ELSA SCHRADER (mezzo female presenting) A baroness of taste and elegance, sophisticated, dignified and mature.
MOTHER ABBESS (legit soprano female presenting) Motherly, understanding, strong and authoritative, but kind.
FEATURED CHARACTERS:
SISTER BERTHE Mistress of Novices, A follower of strict tradition and not a fan of nonsense. SISTER MARGARETTA Mistress of Postulants, very kind, understanding and concerned. SISTER SOPHIA Neither demanding nor critical, sticks with the rules.
FRANZ The von Trapp butler, middle-aged male identifying who was once the Captain's orderly in the Imperial Navy, rather formal but not without spirit.
FRAU SCHMIDT The housekeeper, Efficient and professional, they may appear stern, but they care deeply for the Captain and wishes only for the family’s happiness.
HERR ZELLER Stern and unsmiling, a Nazi official who is to prepare Austria for the Anschluss.
URSULA A maid of the von Trapps.
BARON ELBERFELD Austrian who is aghast of what they see as the German invasion. BARONESS ELBERFELD The Baron’s wife.
FRAU ULLRICH Dinner companion of Herr Zeller.
ADMIRAL VON SCHRIEBER A German admiral who is now working with the Nazi party to recruit Baron von Trapp.
ROLF GRUBER (low tenor male presenting) Suitor to Liesl, telegram delivery boy, later Nazi soldier. Struggles between desire to prove his position in society and his affection for Leisl. NOTE: Should be comfortable with moments of intimacy including a kiss with Liesl.
CHILDREN’S ROLES:
Age range 6-18 years old. All children, apart from their character description must be able to be conservative with their emotions and “serious.”
LIESL VON TRAPP (mezzo female presenting) The oldest child, blossoming into a young lady with an interest in boys. She has a maternal edge to her and cares very deeply for her younger siblings. NOTE: Should be comfortable with moments of intimacy including a kiss with Rolf.
FRIEDRICH VON TRAPP (male presenting) Tough exterior, very much trying to be “the man” of the family.
LOUISA VON TRAPP (female presenting) Rebellious attitude. Protective of her family.
KURT VON TRAPP (male presenting) The youngest boy, sensitive and pretends to not to be hurt by his father's absence. Gentle and mischievous.
BRIGITTA VON TRAPP (female presenting) Keenly observant, thoughtful, and reads a lot.
MARTA VON TRAPP (female presenting) Very honest and forthright.
GRETL VON TRAPP (female presenting) Youngest child of the family, sweet and soft-spoken.
CHORUS: Nazi soldiers, neighbors, Salzburg citizens, Georg’s friends, postulants, nuns, novices, and contestants in the Festival Concert.
Director - Michael Baron
Choreographer - Amy Reynolds Reed
Music Director - David Andrews Rogers
SYNOPSIS: The careers of four eccentric Broadway stars are struggling and they desperately need a new stage upon which to shine bright once more. Seeking out a cause, they head straight to small town Indiana. Through social media, they have heard of trouble brewing around a school prom. Local girl, Emma Nolan, wants to take her girlfriend to prom but the homophobic PTA are on a mission to keep the high school dance on the straight and narrow. Determined to transform lives and put themselves back in the limelight, the Broadway celebrities muscle in to change the town and give Emma the prom she deserves.
EMMA (strong mix/belt, female presenting). A high school senior. Forced into the spotlight because she asked her girlfriend to the prom. A reluctant poster child for LGBTQ+ youth. Very smart. A bit of a tomboy quality.
ALYSSA (strong mix/ female presenting) A high school senior. A cheerleader and top student. Secretly Emma’s girlfriend. Faces constant pressure from her mother and friends.
DEE DEE ALLEN (alto, female presenting) A Broadway diva. A huge ego to match her huge talent. No filter. Hilariously self-involved, but yearns to do something good for someone other than herself.
BARRY GLICKMAN - CAST
TRENT OLIVER (baritone, male presenting) Pretentious Juilliard graduate recently cast in the non Equity tour of Godspell. Loves the sound of his own voice.
ANGIE DICKINSON (alto with strong female presenting) An ensemble member in the Broadway production of “Chicago”. Jaded Fosse girl with a heart of gold.
SHELDON (male presenting) A charismatic press agent.
MR. HAWKINS (high baritone, male presenting) A small town principal. Easily flustered. Straight laced. An ally to Emma and a long-time fan of Dee Dee.
MRS. GREENE (alto, female presenting) Alyssa’s intimidating, conservative, but ultimately loving mother. The head of the PTA.
SHELBY, KAYLEE, NICK, KEVIN Other students at school who bully (but eventually learn to accept) Emma.
ENSEMBLE: Olivia Keating, Opening Night Party Attendees, Reporters, High School Students, PTA Members, Motel Clerk, Cast of the Non-Equity Tour of Godspell, Monster Truck Rally Audience, Mrs. Greene’s Friend, LGBT Students
Director - Monique Midgette
Choreographer - Courtney Jones
Music Director - Philip Hall
SYNOPSIS: The Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s and 1930s comes to life in the three-time Tony award-winning musical revue, Ain't Misbehavin’. Join five performers on a journey through the timeless music of Thomas “Fats” Waller. You’ll be jumpin’ and jivin’ with memorable songs such as “ Honeysuckle Rose”, “Ain’t Misbehavin’ ”, “ Black and Blue ”, “ This Joint is Jumpin’ ” and “I’ve Got a Feeling I’m Falling. ” One of the most popular, well-crafted revues of all time, the sometimes sassy, sometimes sultry, has moments of devastating beauty that is simply unforgettable.
ANDRÉ (baritone, male presenting) Offer out, looking for Understudy - An unrepentant party hound. A flirt and unapologetic womanizer. Laid back and dapper.
ARMELIA (soprano, female presenting) Offer out, looking for Understudy - A voluptuous and sassy woman. Very strong-willed and not afraid to share her thoughts.
CHARLAINE (mezzo, female presenting) Offer out, looking for Understudy - A sweet, young lady. Very innocent. And usually the butt of the joke.
KEN (tenor, male presenting) Offer out, looking for Understudy - Jovial, cheerful, and loud. Larger than life.
NELL (alto, female presenting) Offer out, looking for Understudy - Confident and charming. A knowledgeable woman of the world.
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