LYLE, THE CROCODILE - The Arvada Center Non Equity Auditions

The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities will hold auditions for Lyle, the Crocodile on Monday, November 11, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd,, Arvada 80003. Lyle, the Crocodile will be directed by Billie McBride with musical direction by Keith Ewer and choreography by Kitty Skillman Hilsabeck. The Arvada Center Artistic Producer is Rod A. Lansberry.

Auditions are by appointment only, call
720-898-7200 to schedule a time. Do not contact the production staff to schedule an appointment. Must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for a part.

Needed are experienced actors with strong character, vocal, and dance skills. Individuals of all ethnic and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to audition. Roles are non-equity, paid positions. Actors should prepare 16 - 32 bars of an up-tempo musical theater piece. Bring sheet music in the appropriate key, as an accompanist is provided. Use of CD or a cappella singing is not acceptable. A current résumé and headshot are required. Actors only interested in the role of Lyle should also prepare a specialty skill of 1 minute or less - juggling, tap dancing, circus or acrobatic type skill or skill of their choice.

Rehearsals for Lyle, the Crocodile will begin Monday, January 20, 2014, weekdays from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The show opens on Thursday, February13, 2014, running through May 23, 2014. Performances are Monday through Friday at 10:00 a.m. and noon, and various Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

Mrs. Primm - Joshua's Mother (late 20's early 30's)

Mr. Primm - Joshua's Dad (early 30's)

Joshua - Young boy (to play 9-11)

Ms. Nitpicker - Spunky neighbor (20's/30's)

Mr. Grumps - Character actor (Mid to late 30's or older)

Lyle - Non-singing role. Requires very good dance, strong tap, circus and acrobatic skills, drumming a plus but not required. (Male or female)

Also casting two other roles that will play several characters. (Male and Female)