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AUDITIONS
The Music Man follows fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys’ band that he vows to organize – this, despite the fact that he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the case are foiled when he falls for Marian, the librarian. By turns wicked, funny, warm, romantic, and touching, The Music Man is family entertainment at its best.
Director – Terrie Hyde
Music Director – Senja Morgan
Choreographer – Ali Hall
CAST REQUIREMENTS – 15 principal adult roles and ensemble; 2 teen roles and teen ensemble; 3 child roles and a handful of other children
Where? Mount Wachusett Community College, room A110 (formerly 182)
When? Kids – Monday, December 4 at 5:30PM; Teens and Adults – Monday, December 4 and Tuesday, December 5 at 7PM sharp. All auditions are by appointment only. Callbacks to be scheduled as needed.
What? Please prepare a short vocal selection that best shows your abilities and range (bring sheet music if selection is not from the show).
Wear comfortable clothing and footwear for dance audition.
Also expect cold-readings from the script for key roles.
To schedule an audition appointment, call 978 630-9388 or email your request to box-office@mwcc.mass.edu
Performance Dates: February 23, 24, March 1, 2 at 7:30PM; March 3 at 2PM
Tentative Rehearsal Schedule: Sundays from 5:30 – 8:30PM; Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 – 10:00PM
CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS
Marian Paroo Age 25-35 Soprano: Low G to High A Child of Mrs. Paroo, sibling to Winthrop. They are the stuffy, conceited librarian and piano teacher in town. They are very learned and defends the “questionable” books that are in the library. They were close to their deceased father’s friend, Mr. Madison, and the town believes that Marian had an affair with Mr. Madison. After all, Mr. Madison left the library to the town and the books to Marian! But there was no affair, Mr. Madison was like an uncle to Marian. At first, after meeting Harold Hill, Marian dislikes them but then gets to know Harold better and we see a transformation in Marian while Marian falls in love. Marian realizes that like them self, in spite of their reputations, Harold is earnest in wanting to make a difference. They end up together.
Prof. Harold Hill Age: 35 -50 Baritone: A flat to High F. A dynamic con person and traveling salesperson, Prof. Hill comes to River City, Iowa, and creates a hysteria about the “trouble” of the new pool table in town in order to sell band instruments and uniforms. They promise to form a wholesome boy’s band, though they can’t read a note of music.
Marcellus Washburn Age: 30-40 Tenor: G to High A Marcellus works in town and is dating Ethel Toffelmeir. Marcellus knows Harold from a long time ago. When they are reunited in River City, they become fast friends again. Marcellus is a comical character. Marcellus helps Harold in learning about the town, in setting up the con and in trying to help Harold get out of town before they figure it all out.
Mrs. Paroo Age: 50-60 Mezzo Soprano: A flat to E flat Widowed, Irish parent to Marian and Winthrop. Sweet homemaker who wants the best for everyone. Gives Marian a lot of advice about finding a partner. Dotes on Winthrop. Falls for Harold’s con. Always keeps their hands busy.
Winthrop Paroo Age: 5-8 Alto: C – E flat Marian’s lisping little sibling. Cute as a button. Does not talk because Winthrop misses their deceased father. Learns to trust again and is a chatterbox by the end of the show.
Mayor Shinn Age: 40-50 The Mayor of River City. Somewhat blustery, pompous, not terribly intelligent. Gets a lot of things wrong! Listens to their spouse. Protective of their child, Zaneeta, who they think is dating the wrong person in town. Stereotype small-town politician.
Eulalie Shinn Age: 35-50 Alto: D – D Mayor Shinn’s spouse. Definitely a society person. Knows everyone in town. Struts like a peacock. Somewhat snooty. Member of every auxiliary organization in town. Has some strange ideas and doesn’t think they look as ridiculous as they really are? Keeps spouse in line.
Zaneeta Shinn Age: 14-18 Mayor’s & Eulalie’s daffy teenage child. Has a crush on the “bad” person in town, Tommy. Not rebellious but learning to stand up for them self. Very cute and feminine
Gracie Shinn Age: 6-10 Mayor’s and Eulalie’s younger child. Somewhat of a tomboy and a bit devilish.
Olin Britt Age: 30-60 Bass A member of the School Board who does not get along with the other members. However, once Harold gets Olin to sing with the others, they are inseparable and not only learn to sing in harmony but behave in harmony.
Ethel Toffelmier Age: 30-40 Plays the player piano. Is jolly and friendly. Ethel is dating Marcellus. Ethel does gossip, however, with the other people in town.
Oliver Hix Age: 30-60 Baritone A member of the School Board who does not get along with the other members. However, once Harold gets Oliver to sing with the others, they are inseparable and not only learn to sing in harmony but behave in harmony. Married to Alma.
Alma Hix Age: 30-55 Spouse to Oliver. Gossipy person who is a buddy of Eulalie and other “hen/bird” people.
Ewart Dunlop Age: 30-60 Baritone A member of the School Board who does not get along with the other members. However, once Harold gets Ewart to sing with the others, they are inseparable and not only learn to sing in harmony but behave in harmony. Spouse to Maude Dunlop.
Maud Dunlop Age: 30-55 Spouse to Ewart. Gossipy person who is a buddy of Eulalie and other “hen/bird” people.
Jacey Squires Age: 30-60 Tenor A member of the School Board who does not get along with the other members. However, once Harold gets Jacey to sing with the others, they are inseparable and not only learn to sing in harmony but behave in harmony. Spouse to Mrs. Squires.
Mrs. Squires Age: 30-55 Spouse to Jacey. Gossipy person who is a buddy of Eulalie and other “hen/bird” people.
Tommy Djilas Age: 16-18 A teenager who has a crush on Zaneeta. Wants to do the right thing but is shunned by all because Tommy comes from the “other” side of town so they are considered the “bad ”person in town. Harold befriends Tommy, makes them useful and gives Tommy self-confidence and trust.
Charlie Cowell Age: 30-50 A rival traveling anvil salesman. First seen on train at the start of the show. Charlie returns to town to warn them about Harold and hopefully, makes themselves a hero and thus earn sales themselves.
Constable Locke Age: 30-60 Town policeman. Always ready to do as instructed. Cuffs Harold.
Amaryllis Age: 8-10 Alto: C to E Young piano student of Marian’s. Likes Winthrop.
Conductor Age: 30-60 Conductor on train. Very businesslike. Intent on collecting tickets and doing job. Does not sing.
Traveling Sales people Ages: Various Sales people on train that warn each other about what they’ve heard about Harold Hill. None of them have ever met Harold but all know about their reputation. They do not realize that Harold is there among them and can hear everything they are saying. They have a syncopated song in the beginning of the show – no singing but patterned to sound like a moving train. Very clever. Script written for 5 in addition to Charlie Cowell.
River City Townspeople Ages: Various These are small town folks who are proud of their town. They consist of various adults, teenagers and children. All ages should be used. (NOTE: The Traveling Salesmen can become Townspeople once Act I Scene 1 is finished.)
For more information contact Professor Gail Steele at 978 630-9162 or at g_steele@mwcc.mass.edu
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AUDITIONS
Disney’s Finding Nemo Jr. is a musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie. Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who long to explore the world beyond the anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. Featuring memorable songs such as “Just Keep Swimming,” “Fish Are Friends Not Food,” and “Go With the Flow,” Finding Nemo Jr. brings a vibrant underwater world to life on stage in a story full of family, friendship, and adventure.
Director – Emily Smith
Music Director – Katrina Baer
Choreographer – Bryan Landgren
Where? Mount Wachusett Community College, room A110 (formerly 182)
When? Saturday, January 20 by appointment only; ages 8 – 12 at 10:00AM or 11:00AM; ages 13 – 18 at 1:00PM
TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT, CALL THE THEATRE AT THE MOUNT BOX OFFICE AT 978 630-9388, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY, 9AM to 2PM, OR E-MAIL YOUR APPOINTMENT REQUEST TO box-office@mwcc.mass.edu
What? AUDITIONERS WILL BE ASKED TO SING A SHORT VOCAL SELECTION THAT WILL BE TAUGHT AT THE AUDITION; AND THERE WILL BE A DANCE AUDITION, (combination also taught at the audition) FOR ALL ROLES AND CHORUS (wear appropriate clothing and footwear). Some performers will also be asked to do cold-readings from the script.
Performance Dates: April 13 @ 11AM and 2PM (for the general public); April 9, 10, 11 @ 10AM and April 12 @ 9:30AM and 2PM (for school groups)
Performances are held during school hours, so all cast members must be willing and able to take 4 days off from school/work.
Tentative Rehearsal Schedule: Sundays from 2:00pm to 5:00pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00pm to 8:00pm, beginning early February.
CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS – large ensemble of kids and teens (35 – 40 performers)
Nemo – A curious young clownfish who brims with excitement to explore the wonders that lie beyond the Great Barrier Reef. Born with a “lucky fin” – or what humans would call a limb difference.
Nemo quickly learns that the world possesses incredible dangers in addition to the promise of big adventures. By making new friends, finding strength within, and practicing teamwork, Nemo transforms into a capable and brave leader, able to self-advocate and take on challenges big and small.
Marlin – An anxious clownfish and Nemo’s overprotective father, who, after the tragic death of his wife Coral, prefers the safety of his anemone to the frightening unknowns of the open ocean. Forced to travel across the sea in search of Nemo, Marlin develops the courage to face the unpredictable ocean and the wisdom to trust others – including his own kid.
Dory – An optimistic and bubbly blue tang, experiences frequent short-term memory loss and finds herself wandering through the ocean with no place to call home. Sparking friendships with whomever she meets, Dory immediately offers to help Marlin find his lost child, and the two set out on an adventurous journey through the ocean. Along the way, Dory’s kindness and bright spirit ease Marlin’s fears, and the unlikely duo finds comfort and family in each other.
Coral – A loving mother-to-be clownfish, married to Marlin, who will stop at nothing to protect her eggs.
Sea Chorus – Functions as the general ensemble, creating the environment of the play and becoming the characters that Marlin and Dory interact with on their journey to Sydney.
Reef Kids – Nemo’s classmates. Roles include:
Pearl, a friendly flapjack octopus who is, quick to befriend Nemo.
Sheldon, an H2O-intolerant seahorse with an appetite for trouble who taunts Nemo to swim beyond the reef.
Tad, a self-admittedly obnoxious butterflyfish who joins Sheldon in encouraging Nemo to swim past the Drop-Off.
Reef Parents – Roles include: Sheldon’s Parent, Pearl’s Parent, and Tad’s Parent
Professor Ray – A stingray and Nemo’s enthusiastic teacher, takes pride in sharing the curiosities and marvels of the world with the class and encourages every student to be a brave explorer. Cast a performer with excellent diction to handle the large scientific words in this professor’s advanced vocabulary.
Scuba Mask Dancer – A performer responsible for floating the diver’s mask through the water whenever it appears onstage.
Bruce – An intimidating great white shark, is the sharks’ ringleader. Despite Bruce’s best efforts to adopt a vegetarian diet, Bruce loses control and is sent into a frenzy, threatening to devour every fish in sight. Part of the Sharks.
Chum and Anchor – Two of Bruce’s shark friends, try to live vegetarian lifestyles but are eventually forced to restrain an out-of- control Bruce from eating innocent fish. Part of The Sharks.
Fish “Friends“ – Forced to attend the sharks’ party but aren’t quite so convinced that their hosts will be satisfied with a kelp-only diet.
Bubbles – Part of the “Tank Gang” that helps Nemo escape the Sydney Harbor Aquarium and return to the ocean. A yellow tang who is captivated by bubbles, is the first to welcome Nemo to the tank. This friendly fish exclusively uses the word “bubbles” to communicate.
Bloat – Part of the “Tank Gang” that helps Nemo escape the Sydney Harbor Aquarium and return to the ocean. An open-minded and supportive blowfish, is proud to be part of the Tank Gang family and helps keep everyone’s spirits up, even when things seem bleak.
Gurgle – Part of the “Tank Gang” that helps Nemo escape the Sydney Harbor Aquarium and return to the ocean. Frightened of strangers and the germs they carry with them, is a royal gramma who enjoys the safety and regulated cleanliness of the tank.
Peach – Part of the “Tank Gang” that helps Nemo escape the Sydney Harbor Aquarium and return to the ocean. A mature and down-to-earth starfish, offers guidance and reassurance to all those who need it.
Gill – Part of the “Tank Gang” that helps Nemo escape the Sydney Harbor Aquarium and return to the ocean. A relentless and inspiring leader who will stop at nothing to return to the freedom of the ocean. This Moorish idol fish believes in the Tank Gang and concocts countless plans to bust them out of the aquarium. Gill is the first fish Nemo has ever met with a similar “fin difference,” quickly becoming a mentor and inspiration for the young clownfish.
Nigel – A sharp-eyed pelican, Nigel is the Tank Gang’s feathered friend and only connection to the outside world. This bird is someone you can count on to know all the latest news on the happenings of Sydney Harbour.
Seagulls – Are a pesky group of birds who persistently try to snatch an unlucky VACATIONER’s snack on the boardwalk.
Sea Turtles & Sea Turtle Kids – Righteously mellow creatures featured in “Go With the Flow.” Roles include: Crush, Squirt, Kai, and Breeze.
Crush, a 150-year-old sea turtle who knows how to hang loose, teaches Marlin a thing or two about being a good parent. Look for a strong singer who can confidently belt “Go With the Flow” to make it a truly radical jam.
Squirt, offspring of Crush, fearlessly twirls through turbulent waters of the ocean and enjoys trying out cool new moves in the high-speed EAC.
Kai and Breeze each have individual singing solos in “Go With the Flow”
Theatre at the Mount auditions and roles are open to ALL. Persons of all races, ethnicities, national origins, genders, sexual orientations, ages and ability statuses are given fair consideration for any and all roles.
Our contract with Music Theatre International restricts casting to students through grade 12.
For more information contact Professor Gail Steele at 978 630 – 9162 or at g_steele@mwcc.mass.edu