XANADU - Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera Non Equity Auditions

Pittsburgh CLO to Hold
Auditions for XANADU!

What:
Auditions for XANADU
Book by Douglas Carter Beane; Music & Lyrics by Jeff Lynne & John Farrar
Directed by Kate Galvin
Music Direction by Isaac Harlan
Choreography by Mark Burrell
Principals must be available September 25 – December 17, 2017

Where: CLO Cabaret – 655 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

When: Monday, July 24, 2017 from 9:00am – 5:00pm
Callbacks will take place Tuesday, July 25, 2017; Time TBD

Seeking: A company of five actors and two musician-actors will play all of the roles in XANADU. Actors of all ethnicities are encouraged to submit for all roles.

Character Descriptions
Female 1: Plays Clio/Kira
20-30
Pop singer with soprano notes, Range: G3 – A5
An ingénue with a great sense of humor. Kira is beautiful and adventurous; she is determined to help Sonny find his inspiration. A great singer who moves very well and has a facility for accents. Experience with roller skating a big plus; this character is on skates for most of the show.

Male 1: Plays Sonny Malone and others
20 – 30
Pop tenor with rock sound, Range: B3 – C6
A leading man with comedic chops and a great rock voice. Sonny is a frustrated artist who has lost his way. He is passionate, energetic, and lovably naïve. Experience with roller skating a plus; this character is on skates for a few musical numbers.

Male 2: Plays Danny Maguire and others
50 – 70
Tenor with jazz/swing sensibility, Range: A3 – C6
An old-school song and dance man who is equally convincing as a hard-nosed businessman and jazz musician. Danny has lost touch with his artistic spirit but finds it again with Kira and Sonny’s help. Strong comedic instincts are needed to take on other small roles. Will be required to dance, as well as skate in one number.

Female 2: Plays Melpomene and others
30+
Mezzo with belt, Range: G3 – A5
A versatile actress with a great belt and strong comedic chops. Melpomene is the villain of the piece and loves every minute of it. Great stage presence and a quick wit are required, as this actress will play additional small roles. Will be required to dance, as well as skate in one number.

Female 3: Plays Calliope and others
30+
Mezzo with belt, Range: G3 – A5
A strong comedic actress with a great voice. Calliope is Melpomene’s not-so-bright sidekick. Inventive comedic instincts are a must, as this actress will play additional small roles. Will be required to dance, as well as skate in one number.

BAND MEMBERS to play back-up Singers/Muses/Sirens/etc.
Male or Female actor/singer/musicians with a good ear for harmony and strong musical skills. Pop/Rock sensibility is a must. Instruments needed include drums, keys and guitar. Actors who double on keys and guitar strongly encouraged to submit. Will sing back up on many numbers and may have some small speaking parts.

Requirements/Preparation
Auditions on Monday, July 24 will consist of individual appointments and, for selected auditioners, a group dance call.

Please bring/prepare:

• A head shot and resume, stapled together
• A completed
  Audition Application
• Sheet music for your audition song selection(s)
• Comfortable movement clothes
• Appropriate dance shoes (including heeled character shoes for women)
• Band candidates: Please bring the instrument of your choice.
• Music selections, as listed below

KIRA/CLIO, SONNY, MELPOMENE, CALLIOPE, and BAND candidates should prepare:

• A 32-bar selection of an 80’s pop song
• Band candidates should accompany themselves.

KIRA/CLIO, SONNY, MELPOMENE, CALLIOPE, and DANNY candidates should prepare:

• A 16-bar selection of a comedic song

DANNY candidates should prepare:

• A 32-bar selection of a jazz standard

Please note:

• All parts will be on AEA SPT contract.
• EMC and non-union members who meet the requested role requirements may audition.
• No housing, transportation or per diem for out-of-area performers

Audition Process:
Please email
CabaretAuditions@pittsburghclo.org to make an audition appointment.

Please provide:

• Full name
• Preferred phone number
• Requested audition time (please provide availability in at least 30-minute increments).
  • Auditions will be held from 9am – 1pm and 2 – 5pm on Monday, July 24.

Please note:

• Please keep 5 – 7pm open on Monday, July 24, as you may be asked to participate in a group dance call.
• Please be prepared to clear your schedule on Tuesday, July 25 for callbacks.

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S ince 1946, Pittsburgh CLO has been the driving force behind live musical theater in Pittsburgh and the entire Southwestern Pennsylvania region. Under the direction of Van Kaplan since 1997, this not-for-profit arts organization appreciates the support of nearly 200,000 patrons yearly who attend its performances at three venues in the Cultural District: a seasonal subscription series at the Benedum Center, A Musical Christmas Carol at the Byham Theater and year-round shows at the CLO Cabaret. Its dedication to the musical theater art form includes educational programs such as the CLO Academy for Performance and Art, the CLO Mini Stars, the Gene Kelly Awards, the Richard Rodgers Award and The National High School Theatre Awards. As part of its new works development, the organization has been involved with 22 Broadway shows (29 Tony Awards®), and in 2014 produced the world premiere of An American in Paris, on Broadway (4 Tony Awards®) and in London’s West End. For more information please visit pittsburghCLO.org.