THE LION KING Equity Principal Auditions - Broadway and National Tour Auditions

Call Type
Equity Principal

Time(s)
Equity Principal Auditions
Tuesday, April 19, 2016
10 AM – 6 PM
Lunch 1:30 to 2:30

Contract
Production (Disney)
$1917/week min

Location
Pearl Studios NYC 519
519 8th Avenue
12th Floor
New York, NY 10018
Studio G

Seeking
Equity male and female singers for possible future replacements in the Broadway and Production Contract Tour Companies.

NOTE: ACTORS SHOULD BE PHYSICALLY LIMBER AND MUST MOVE WELL.

See breakdown for more info.

Preparation
Prepare a brief standard R&B/rock song that shows off voice and range unless character singer is notated, then prepare something appropriate for that character.

Do not sing music from THE LION KING

Bring sheet music, accompanist provided.
Bring picture and resume stapled together.

Other Dates
Currently running on Broadway and on Tour.

Other
Casting: Mark Brandon, CSA/Binder Casting

Personnel
Director: Julie Taymor
Songs by: Elton John/Tim Rice
Additional Music: Hans Zimmer/Lebo M/Mark Mancina/Jay Rifkin
Book: Irene Mecchi/Roger Allers
Choreographer: Garth Fagan

· EPA Rules are in effect.

· A monitor will be provided.

Performers of all ethnic and racial background are encouraged to attend.

Always bring your Equity Membership Card to auditions.

Breakdown

NOTE: ACTORS SHOULD BE PHYSICALLY LIMBER AND MUST MOVE WELL.

Seeking strong male and female singers who move very well

ACTORS OF ALL CULTURAL BACKGROUNDS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND THIS CALL.

SEEKING:

SCAR:
A male lion in his mid 30’s – mid 40’s. Mufasa’s brother and Simba’s uncle. Evil and maniacal but still capable of humor and high style. Scar will do anything to be the King of the Pridelands. This role requires an exceptional actor (Classical training is helpful) who is also a character singer.

MUFASA:
A strong, masculine male lion in his mid 30’s – mid 40’s. The King of the African Pridelands. Regal, omnipotent and powerful. Must have a physical strength and have an excellent, rich baritone voice.

RAFIKI:
A soulful, but comedic, African female baboon in her late 20’s – mid 40’s. Sings “The Circle of Life”. Must possess an excellent, rich unique South African style belt voice.

ADULT SIMBA:
Male in his late teens – early 30’s. An African lion. This actor must have sex appeal, charm and an urban sensibility as well as a strong pop/rock singing voice. Should be a high baritone and able to sing to an “A”. Must be in excellent physical condition and dance and/or move very well. Should be 5’8” – 6’2”.

ADULT NALA:
A very attractive female African lion with sex appeal and charm, in her late teens - late 20s. Should have excellent pop belt to an “E.” Must be in excellent physical shape and have great strength and presence. Must dance/and or move well.

TIMON:
A male meerkat, late 20s - mid 40s. Wise cracking, New York urban comic character actor. Stand-up comedy experience is a plus. No taller than 5’8”. Character singer. Actor must move well and be comfortable operating a puppet.

PUMBAA:
Timon’s sidekick. Not so bright but loveable warthog, late 20s-mid 40s. Should also have strong comedic skills. Somewhat larger frame or body type is preferred. Character singer. A gravelly distinctive voice is good.

ZAZU:
A male parrot-like bird (or a hornbill), early 30s - mid 40s. A proper and somewhat befuddled, English butler with a cynical outlook on life but completely dedicated to the king, Actor must possess strong comedic skills. Character singer. This actor must be comfortable operating a puppet.

SHENZI (Female), BANZAI (Male) AND ED (Male):
Late 20’s – early 40’s. Funny, maniacal hyenas. Street smart and urban. Must have strong rock and roll singing voices. Actors must move well and be comfortable operating puppets. Ed will also cover Timon and Zazu.

YOUNG SIMBA:
Young male cub age 9-12. Looking for a natural young actor/singer who is able to move well to be the future King of the Pridelands. A natural talent with charm and charisma able to hold the stage on his own with confidence and truth. Looking for kids with personality. ACTOR MUST BE UNDER 58 INCHES.

YOUNG NALA:
Young female cub age 9 – 12. Looking for a natural young actress/singer who is able to move well. Looking for a confident young lady cub to keep Simba in his place. A natural talent with personality, confidence and strength. Looking for kids with personality. ACTRESS MUST BE UNDER 58 INCHES.