OPEN CALL!!
A Christmas Story the Musical
Book by Joseph Robinette
Music and Lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul
Based upon the motion picture A Christmas Story
Distributed by Warner Bros., Written by Jean Shepherd, Leigh Brown and Bob Clark and upon In God We Trust: All Others Pay Cash Written by Jean Shepherd
Directed by Brennan Blankenship
Auditions October 1 - 2, 2017
Anyone who has a love for Christmas, a love for theater, or a love for a simply hilarious classic is encouraged to audition. Ages range from 6-99! There's a part for everyone in the hilarious Christmas favorite.
Details and Character Descriptions
The Pearland Theatre Guild at the Pearl Theater is proud to present A Christmas Story, the Musical running from December 1 - 17, 2017!
Production Dates:
December 1 - 17, 2017 (Friday, Saturday at 8pm and Sunday 3pm)
December 7 (Thursday at 7:30)
Rehearsal Details
You will only be required to attend rehearsals if you are in the scene/song scheduled to be blocked on that specific rehearsal day. All cast calls are not every night. ***The director is flexible with availability and prior commitments specified at auditions.***
Rehearsal Calendar will be available at auditions.
Audition Dates/Details:
Sunday October 1, 4pm to 7pm
Monday October 2, 6pm to 8pm
***It is only necessary to attend one audition day.***
Callbacks will be on Friday October 6th from 6-9pm
**NO ROLES IN THIS PRODUCTION ARE PRE-CAST.***
Audition/Performance Location:
The Pearl Theater
14803 Park Almeda Dr.
Houston, TX 77047
What to Prepare:
Auditions will consist of singing a 32 bar cut of a song in the style of the show. Christmas music and songs from the show are allowed. Please bring a cd with a track, there will also be an auxiliary cord for those with songs in MP3 form.
Sides from the show shall be provided to read for at the auditions.
A dance combination shall be introduced the day of auditions, so please be prepared to move. Jazz shoes are recommended for dance call. If you do not own a pair, tennis shoes will suffice. No flip-flops, please.
Please bring a current head shot (or current photo) and resume.
Show Synopsis/Snippet:
A Christmas Story: The Musical is a musical version of the film A Christmas Story. The musical has music and lyrics written by Pasek & Paul and the book by Joseph Robinette. The musical takes place in the 1940s in Indiana and focuses on a child named Ralphie, who wants a Red Ryder BB Gun for Christmas.
Character Breakdown
JEAN SHEPHERD/NARRATOR: Late 40s to early 50s. A charismatic storyteller with a dynamic speaking voice, who can draw an audience in to the world of the play. Radio personality. He (like his younger self) has a twinkle in his eye. An actor with presence and spark. A good-natured curmudgeon. Midwestern.
THE OLD MAN: Late 30s-40s. He has a good heart, but it is buried under a rough exterior. He’s not the perfect father by any means – he is happiest when he’s tinkering in the basement. He usually expects the worst, but is secretly a dreamer. A devoted husband/father, who loves his family but does not feel the need to show it. Actor must be comfortable working with kids. VOICE: high baritone or tenor, must sing to a high G.
MOTHER: 30s-40s. She is more in charge than she would ever let anyone know. Warm but tough. Strong willed, straight forward, no nonsense, likable, midwestern – a kind of every-mom. VOICE: contemporary mezzo with a strong mix, sings low G to high Db.
MISS SHIELDS: Mid 20’s – 40’s. Soprano 1. She is Ralphie’s elementary school teacher. Perhaps a little boring looking at first – ah but underneath! Great with comedy. Character woman. An actress with a flexible voice who is comfortable singing both legit and contemporary Broadway. Great mover and comfortable with tap. VOICE: Fierce belter and vocal stylist.
RALPHIE: 9-12 (to play 9, going on 10) A regular kid – cute but not overly handsome, not precious. He wouldn’t be lost in a crowd, but he wouldn’t stand out either. Bright, but not precocious; the boy next door. Ralphie above all is a dreamer. Seeking a young boy who is comfortable and honest on stage. Must be an excellent singer and able to carry a show. VOICE: Boy’s unchanged voice. High belter, low F# to high D. Being able to tap dance is a big plus.
RANDY: 8-9. Ralphie’s younger brother. Can be a bit awkward and offbeat; admires his big brother, Ralphie, but won’t admit it. Seeking a young boy who is comfortable and honest on stage. VOICE: Boy’s unchanged voice. High belter, low F# to high C#. Must be able to tap.
SCUT FARCUS: 12-14. Must be 5’ or shorter. The classic bully; tough, perhaps taller than the other kids; there’s nothing about him you want to like. He’s that kid you always made sure to avoid in school. Gruff character voice. Must be able to tap.
Child ensemble.
Adult ensemble.
If you have questions, please contact us , Director Brennan Blankenship or call 832.459.4674. See you at auditions!
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