ELEPHANT MAN AUDITIONS
What: Open auditions for The Elephant Man, by Bernard Pomerance
When: Sunday July 18th & Monday July 19th at 7pm at the Playhouse
Show dates: September 30th through October 10th, 2021
About the show: Winner of three Tony Awards, including best play, and four Drama Desk Awards, The Elephant Man recounts John Merrick’s journey from a sideshow freak to become a celebrated member of Victorian London’s high society.
Cast of Characters:
The director will cast 8 women and 12 men able to play the following ages and roles. The director may double-cast certain roles:
Frederick Treves: 35 and up — A surgeon and teacher.
Carr Gomm: Middle-aged — Administrator of the London Hospital.
Ross: 50s and up — Manager of the Elephant Man.
John Merrick: 20s-30s — The Elephant Man.
Three Pinheads: Two to three women freaks whose heads are pointed.
Belgian Policemen: 30s.
London Policeman: 30s.
Man: At a fairground in Brussels.
Conductor: Of Ostend-London boat train.
Bishop Walsham How: 40s and up.
Porter: At the London Hospital.
Snork: Also a porter.
Mrs. Kendal: 40s and up — An actress
Duchess: A mature society lady.
Countess: A mature society lady.
Princess Alexandra: 30s and up.
Lord John: 40s and up.
Nurse, Miss Sandwich: 30s and up.
MAMMA MIA! AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS SUNDAY AUG 8th & MONDAY AUG 9th at 7pm
Performances October 28th through November 14th, 2021
Music and Lyrics by Björn Ulvaeus & Benny Andersson
Book by Catherine Johnson
The story-telling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, creating an unforgettable show. A large cast, non-stop laughs and explosive dance numbers combine to make “Mamma Mia!” the ultimate feel-good show! A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!
A large, energetic cast of diverse performers of all ages, genders and ethnicities is needed!
Auditioners will need to sing for the Artistic Team, approximately one minute of a Broadway or Pop song. Please bring sheet music or accompaniment track on Bluetooth device. [No a capella auditions.]
There will be a group movement audition and some auditioners may be asked to read from the script.
All roles are open. Community Theatre/No pay
Casting Breakdown
Sophie Sheridan (Born and raised on the island)
Gender: Female | Age: 18 to 25
Vocal range top: E5 | Vocal range bottom: F#3
Donna Sheridan (Sophie’s mother)
Gender: Female | Age: 40 to 55
Vocal range top: A5 | Vocal range bottom: E3
Sam Carmichael (Might be Sophie’s father)
Gender: Male | Age: 40 to 55
Vocal range top: Ab4 | Vocal range bottom: D3
Bill Austin (Might be Sophie’s father)
Gender: Male | Age: 40 to 50
Vocal range top: F#4 | Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Harry Bright (Might be Sophie’s father)
Gender: Male | Age: 40 to 50
Vocal range top: F#4 | Vocal range bottom: C#3
Sky (Sophie’s fiancé)
Gender: Male | Age: 18 to 30
Vocal range top: D5 | Vocal range bottom: Eb3
Tanya (Former Dynamo)
Gender: Female | Age: 40 to 55
Vocal range top: E5 | Vocal range bottom: E3
Rosie (Former Dynamo)
Gender: Female | Age: 40 to 55
Vocal range top: D5 | Vocal range bottom: E3
Lisa (Sophie’s friend)
Gender: Female | Age: 18 to 30
Vocal range top: Db5 | Vocal range bottom: G3
Ali (Sophie’s friend)
Gender: Female | Age: 18 to 30
Vocal range top: D5 | Vocal range bottom: G3
Pepper (Barman at Taverna)
Gender: Male | Age: 20 to 35
Vocal range top: F5 | Vocal range bottom: A4
Eddie (Helps Sky with Water-Sports)
Gender: Male | Age: 18 to 30
ENSEMBLE ROLES
Consists of the Islanders who work at Donna’s, Wedding-Guests. Singers & Dancers throughout full production.