This international smash-hit may be the most popular musical in the world. In 19th century France, Jean Valjean is released from 19 years of unjust imprisonment, but finds nothing in store for him but mistrust and mistreatment. He breaks his parole in hopes of starting a new life, initiating a life-long struggle for redemption as he is relentlessly pursued by police inspector Javert, who refuses to believe Valjean can change his ways. Finally, during the Paris student uprising of 1832, Javert must confront his ideals after Valjean spares his life and saves that of the student revolutionary who has captured the heart of Valjean's adopted daughter.
AUDITIONS:
Adults - SUNDAY, May 12, 2013; 6:00 - 10:00 pm
Adult Callbacks - TUESDAY, May 14, 2012; 7:00-10:00pm
Children - MONDAY, May 13, 2012; 6:00-9:00pm
All girls are expected to sing "Castle on a Cloud" and all boys are expected to sing "Little People." Contact Eunice Wadewitz at the Civic Theatre for further instructions.
All auditions will be held at the Arts United Center at 303 East Main Street. Enter from the rear of the building, using the glass doors to the Green Room. Please arrive early to check in and fill out an audition form.
REHEARSAL & PERFORMANCE DATES - HOLD ALL DATES!
Rehearsals: June 10-July 25, 2013;
Mondays - Fridays, 7:00-10:00pm;
Tech Sunday Rehearsal on July 21 from 12 noon to 11pm.
Performances: July 27-Aug. 11, 2013; Thurs @ 7:30pm
Fri & Sat @ 8:00pm, Sat & Sun @ 2:00pm
Possible 4th weekend: August 16-18
Please Contact Eunice Wadewitz
Music Director at
Audition Requirements: It is important we have a list of ALL CONFLICTS at the time of the audition.
We are seeking strong singers/actors. Prepare and memorize 16 measures of a song in the style of the show which best shows off your voice, range, and personality. Standard Broadway show tunes are best. Be sure to bring sheet music (not just lyrics but actual piano music) in the correct key. Do not expect the pianist to transpose your music on sight. Have all cuts or repetitions clearly marked. Place your music in a binder or tape the sheets together for the benefit of the accompanist. Pianist is provided.
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CHARACTERS
JEAN VALJEAN is a poor peasant who rises to affluence; he has great natural nobility and dignity. A powerful figure, ideally a large man with a character of operatic size and passion. Vocal Range: Sings to high B, high lyric baritone or tenor with strong low notes.
JAVERT is the policeman who relentlessly hunts Valjean. The ultimate "law & order" figure. Obsessed to the point of irrationality, with a rigid and merciless moral code. He, too, is a large character of operatic size and passion. Vocal range: Baritone, sings up to G.
FANTINE is a poor factory girl, struggling to support her fatherless daughter. Later is a pauper, a prostitute, a consumptive and a ghost. Earthy and poignant. Although is finally defeated by circumstances, she should appear to be strong and a survivor. She puts up a valiant fight against the horrors of her life. Vocal Range: Belt up to C, sings to E flat.
COSETTE is Fantine's daughter; delicate, elegant, vulnerable and beautiful. Falls in love with and later marries Marius. Vocal Range: Soprano (to high C) but a light, young "floating" sound, without heavy vibrato.
YOUNG COSETTE as a child, ward of the Thenardiers, treated as a servant. Sweet innocent waif. Age: 8-11 years. Vocal Range: Pretty soprano voice, A below Middle C to C. Little Cosette will alternate performances as Little Eponine.
THENARDIER is a strong comic character role. A crooked innkeeper, later a petty, amoral thief. Greedy, irreverent, selfish, boorish, vulgar. Vocal Range: Baritone, sings to F sharp.
MADAME THENARDIER is the drunk and vulgar wife of Thenardier; tough, sharp, coarse, vulgar, greedy, evil, and larger than life. Strong character comedienne role. Vocal Range: Belter, B below middle C to D.
EPONINE is the daughter of the Thenardiers, but in no way behaves like them. Fired by an unrequited love for Marius. Small, boyish in appearance, waif-like. Has not learned to disguise her emotions; wears her heart on her sleeve. Vocal Range: An enormous and beautiful belt voice, to C in belt (sings to E flat).
YOUNG EPONINE as a child is a pampered and spoiled brat who taunts Little Cosette. Age: 8-11 years. Vocal Range: Pretty soprano voice, A below Middle C to C. Little Eponine will alternate performances as Little Cosette.
GAVROCHE is a spunky street urchin who must sing very well and have lots of personality. Must be able to belt. Age: 8-11. Vocal Range: B below middle C to D.
ENJOLRAS is a charismatic political figure. Leader of the revolutionary movement. High baritone or tenor (to G sharp/A); very strong singer.
MARIUS, a student, is a member of the revolutionary student movement. Attractive and romantic but also sensitive and moody. High baritone or tenor (sings to A) with a strong bottom (to A).
STUDENTS: COMBEFERRE, COURFEYRAC, FEUILLY, JOLY, GRANTAIRE, LESGLES, and JEAN PROUVAIRE
THENARDIER'S GANG: MONTPARNASSE, BABET, BRUJON, andCLAQUESOUS.
AN ENSEMBLE OF 16 MEN AND 16 LADIES PLAYS VARIOUS SUPPORTING ROLES. MUST BE STRONG SINGERS AND ACT VERY WELL. All ensemble members should possess unique and vivid personalities, and have the ability to play a wide variety of characters: BISHOP OF DIGNE, FOREMAN, BAMATBOIS, FAUCHELEVANT, THE CHAIN GANG, WARDERS, CONSTABLES, THE POOR, FACTORY WORKERS, SAILORS, WHORES, PIMPS, DRINKERS, & WEDDING GUESTS.
ALL MEN SING TO G AND ALL LADIES BELT UP TO C.
CALL 422-8641 EXT. 226 TO SIGN UP TO AUDITION!
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