Auditions - Tony Winning Best Musical 'Big River'

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AUDITIONS

FOR THE MUSICAL

BIG RIVER

THE ADVENTURES OF HUCKLEBERRY FINN

 

Music and Lyrics by Roger Miller
Book by William Hauptman
Adapted from the novel by Mark Twain

Directed by: Jodie Dixon-Mears 

AUDITIONS: August 25 & 26 at 7:00PM

No appointment necessary.

WHERE:  The Lake Worth Playhouse, 713 Lake Avenue, Lake Worth, Florida 33460.

Call 561-586-6169 ext. 204 for more information. 

Performance Dates:  October 24 through November 9, 2008

Rehearsals will run from late August to opening in October. Not everyone will be required to be at all rehearsals. They rehearse in the evening from 7:00 to 10:00. 

Twain's timeless classic sweeps us down the mighty Mississippi as the irrepressible Huck Finn helps his friend Jim, a slave, escape to freedom at the mouth of the Ohio River. Their adventures along the way are funny, suspenseful and heartwarming, bringing to life favorite characters from the novel, such as the Widow Douglas and her stern sister, Miss Watson; the uproarious King and Duke, who may or may not be as harmless as they seem; Huck's partner in crime, Tom Sawyer, and their rowdy gang of pals; Huck's drunken father, the sinister Pap Finn; and the lovely Mary Jane Wilkes and her trusting family. Propelled by an award winning score from Roger Miller, the 'King of Country Music,' this jaunty journey provides a theatrical celebration of pure Americana. 

This show requires multicultural casting; the Playhouse is specifically looking for African American Singers and Actors both male and female. 

Breakdown of roles: Most parts except for the leads will also double in other parts. 

Jim: African America male, age range of 30-45, baritone leading part. Must be a strong singer and actor.

Huck: White male, age range 16-25 (must look and act young,) baritone leading part. Must be a strong singer and actor.

Alice: African American female, age range 30-50, strong gospel sound mezzo, will double in other parts.

Alice's daughter: African American female, age range 14-25, strong gospel sound mezzo, will double in other parts.

Slaves: African American or multicultural singers; age range 14-70; strong gospel sound.  These parts are very important to the message of this show; they sing two of the most important (and beautiful) songs in the show.  Small gospel choirs are most welcome to audition for these parts. 

Tom: White male, age range 16-25 (must look and act young,) tenor supporting part.

King: White male, age range 30-55, baritone supporting part.

Duke: White male, age range 30-55, tenor supporting part.

Pap: White male, age range 35-60, baritone supporting part.

Young Fool: multicultural part, age range 10-25, tenor cameo part, will double as one of the gang of boys.

Mary J ane: White Female, age range 14-25 (must look and act young,) mezzo cameo, will double in other parts.

Judge: White male, age range 45-70, spoken cameo, will double in other parts.

Widow Douglas: White female, age range 40-70, spoken cameo, will double in other parts.

Miss Watson: White female, age range 40-60, soprano cameo, will double in other parts.

Mark Twain: Must look like Twain; non-singing part.

The boys: Multicultural singers and dancers; age range 10-25.  Must have great energy.

Chorus of townspeople, mourners, tarts, movers who will all have multiple parts. 

Big River also requires three on stage Musicians: a Fiddle Player; Guitar Player and a Harmonica Player. They will be featured throughout the show, during pre-show and intermission. 

It is required that you sing for this audition.  Please choose a song that you have sheet music or a CD for without someone else singing.  It is best to sing a show tune, Gospel or country song.  Please select a song that best shows off your vocal range and abilities. A short dance will be provided for you. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes.  

The Lake Worth Playhouse is a not-for-profit community theatre - they are unable to pay their actors - but they do give everyone the opportunity to audition and become a part of this fine organization.  It does not matter if you have experience on-stage as they will give you the training and outlet for your talent and creativity.  The Playhouse offers community service hours, and are also looking for new talent onstage and backstage.  The Lake Worth Playhouse has over 200 volunteers, who work onstage, backstage, as ushers, and office help. 

For any and all information please contact Jodie Dixon-Mears, Artistic Director, Lake Worth Playhouse 561-586-6169 ext. 204. 

"I do believe this show will be an amazing experience for all involved." -- Jodie Dixon Mears 

Lake Worth Playhouse 

713 Lake Avenue

Lake Worth, FL 33460

Box Office:  561-586-6410 

www.lakeworthplayhouse.org

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