Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA
Music by Richard Rodgers
Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II
Book by Douglas Carter Beane
Original Book by Oscar Hammerstein II
Directed by Kallie Cooper-Damon
Produced by Annamarie Hughes
?Asst. Producer Nicole Zucal
Music Directed by Heidi New?
Choreographed by Marley Madding
SHOW DATES
Nov. 8, 9, 15, 16, 22 and 23 at 7:30 PM
Nov. 10, 16, 17 and 23 at 2:00 PM
AUDITIONS
Tuesday July 30, 6:00 to 10:00 PM
Wednesday July 31, 6:00 to 10:00 PM
Thursday August 1, 6:00 to 10:00 PM
CALLBACKS (by invitation only):
Saturday August 3, 2 - 4 PM
DANCE CALL (Invitation only.)
Saturday, August 3, from 1 to 2 PM
Location:
Buckingham Township Building
4613 Hughesian Dr
Buckingham, PA 18912
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You will be asked to prepare 16-32 bars of a song in the style of the show. An accompanist will be provided. No tracks or acapella audition will be accepted. Sides will be provided during the audition. You may be asked to attend a DANCE CALL on Saturday, August 3, from 1 PM to 2 PM. Invitation to the dance call and/or callbacks does not indicate casting. Video auditions will be accepted. To submit a video audition, please email
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This is a non-Equity production. All roles are unpaid and open to performers age 16+ of any race, gender, or identity. Town & Country Players Theater is committed to our mission of diversity, equity and inclusion. We desire to cast shows that reflect our common humanity and create safe, welcoming environments. All roles are open to performers of any race, gender or identity.
SUMMARY
Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella is the new Broadway adaptation of the classic musical. This contemporary take on the classic tale features Rodgers & Hammerstein's most beloved songs, including “In My Own Little Corner,” “Impossible/It's Possible” and “Ten Minutes Ago,” alongside an up-to-date, hilarious and romantic libretto by Tony Award nominee Douglas Carter Beane.
CAST BREAKDOWN
PRINCIPALS
ELLA – Though no one notices her beneath her rags and quiet demeanor, she is opinionated, charismatic, passionate, beautiful, and funny. Idealistic and hopeful, she courageously challenges the prince to change the policies in his kingdom – and helps him discover who he truly is. Always her late father’s daughter, she is determined to see the good in everyone despite her hardships and suffering. We see her blossom into a confident woman.
TOPHER – A misguided and lost prince who longs to do something important with his life. Though brave and heroic, he feels lonely and unfulfilled. Charming but NOT a stereotypical ladies man, he is thoughtful, appealing, and innocent – with an unforced goofy streak. Moral, genuine, and kindhearted, he is at a crossroads and must take control of his kingdom and his future.
MADAME – Ella’s selfish stepmother. The epitome of vanity and fashion. A ravenous social climber who values wealth, status, and material possessions above all else. Unapologetically dismissive and sometimes cruel, Madame schemes her way up the social ladder.
SEBASTIAN – The kingdom’s Lord Chancellor. Though he is Topher’s trusted advisor, he is devious and selfish. Using propaganda and dishonesty, he keeps Topher isolated and in the dark about his kingdom. Sebastian rules without regard for the lower class, or anyone other than himself – and truly believes he deserves to rule the kingdom.
MARIE – A friend to Ella and the town’s resident crazy lady and beggar woman, Marie is actually a fairy godmother in disguise. Wise, warm, otherworldly, and charming, Marie rewards Ella for her kindness by making her dreams a possibility.
GABRIELLE – Ella’s stepsister and daughter of Madame. Encouraged by her mother and sister to value material wealth and social status, she unenthusiastically joins them in their abrasive behavior. Quietly passionate, empathetic, and witty, she is drawn to Ella and Jean-Michel. Ironically aware that she doesn’t fit in.
CHARLOTTE – Ella’s stepsister and daughter of Madame. Brash, self-centered, materialistic, snooty, loud, sassy, and bratty, she has a ridiculously high, but unfounded, opinion of herself. She never passes up an opportunity to be the center of attention.
JEAN-MICHEL – A feisty, passionate peasant determined to make a change for the starving class. Impetuous. A firebrand, but lacks authority and isn’t taken seriously as a revolutionary. Has a crush on Gabrielle, though their courtship is forbidden because they are from different social classes.
LORD PINKLETON – The Lord Chancellor’s right-hand man. Announces royal balls, banquets, and even the weather to the villagers.
ENSEMBLE
Giant, Fox (Puppet), Raccoon (Puppet), Footman, Coachman, Knights, Peasants, Serfs, Townspeople, Ladies and Gentlemen of the Court, Servants, etc.
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