THE TOXIC AVENGER THE MUSICAL
Director Andrew John Mitchell and Music Director Anthony Vitalo seek three men and two women, ages 20 - 50 (with flexible casting if required) with exceptional vocal and movement skills for this campy October musical. Please prepare two contrasting songs (16 to 32 measures) in the style of the show. Auditions will be held on June 15th & 21st. No appointments needed. Auditions will be on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 7pm, sign-ups begin at 6:30pm, you must be signed up by 9pm in order to be seen. Callbacks are scheduled for June 25th.
About The Toxic Avenger the Musical: Another cult film becomes a cult musical with The Toxic Avenger. Melvin Ferd wants to clean up his town of Tromaville in New Jersey (it’s off the turnpike-exit 13B). His plan is brought to a halt when the mayor’s henchmen dump him into a vat of toxic waste-or does it? Melvin re-emerges as a 7 foot tall, mutant freak with superhuman strength, now called The Toxic Avenger. He’s New Jersey’s first superhero, and the town’s only hope. He’s going to save his town, woo the librarian, and end global warming in this comedic musical that will leave MST audiences rolling in the aisles!
Toxic Avenger The Musical runs October 14, 15, 21 & 29, Toxic Avenger features Book and Lyrics by Joe DiPietro, Music and Lyrics by David Bryan and is Based on Lloyd Kaufman's film The Toxic Avenger
Please note: Toxic Avenger includes references and elements of Alcohol, Drugs, Gun Shots, Intense Adult Themes, and Strong Language.
Rehearsals for Toxic Avenger will begin mid August
Character Breakdown
Black Dude
Appears as numerous supporting roles, both male and female, such as PROFESSOR KEN, SLUGGO the bully, LITTLE OLD LADY, and SHINEQUA the friend. Physically versatile with strong dialects.
Gender: Male
Age: 20 to 30
Vocal range top: D6
Vocal range bottom: A3
Mayor Babs Belgoody / Ma Ferd / Nun
As the Mayor, she is corrupt and scheming. Accepts loads of cash in return for storing the toxic waste. Set on one day being the governor of New Jersey by any means necessary.
Gender: Female
Age: 45 to 55
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Melvin Ferd The Third/toxic Avenger
Always trying to be the hero, but he isn't very good at it until he is turned into the Toxic Avenger. Determined to save New Jersey from toxic waste. He is a nerd but prone to bouts of rage in the face of corruption. Unattractive and sensitive. In love with Sarah.
Gender: Male
Age: 24 to 32
Vocal range top: C6
Vocal range bottom: D4
Sarah The Blind Librarian
Blind. The classic heroine. Very sexy and sensual. Always speaks exactly what's on her mind. An aspiring writer of graphic romance novels.
Gender: Female
Age: 20 to 28
Vocal range top: E5
Vocal range bottom: G3
White Dude
Appears as numerous supporting roles, both male and female, such as DR. FISHBEIN, BOZO the bully, SAL the cop, and LORENZO the hairdresser.
Gender: Male
Age: 20 to 35
Vocal range top: B5
Vocal range bottom: A3
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