Audition Information
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Casting Call
Step into a winter wonderland with White Christmas, the heartwarming stage musical brimming with nostalgia, romance, and dazzling holiday cheer. Based on the beloved film, this Broadway-style production features classic Irving Berlin songs like “Blue Skies,” “Sisters,” and the timeless title tune “White Christmas.” Follow two showbiz buddies as they team up with a pair of talented sisters to save a Vermont inn—and discover love and laughter along the way. With stunning choreography, sweeping melodies, and a flurry of festive spirit, White Christmas is a sparkling celebration that’s sure to warm hearts and lift spirits all season long.
Director – Rob Houle
Music Director – Joanne Landry
Choreographer – Dawn Ross
Auditions
Cast Requirements – Large adult cast and ensemble (ages 16 and up); one young girl (age 8 – 13)
All Auditions Are By Appointment Only.
To schedule an audition appointment, call 978 630-9388 or email your request to box-office@mwcc.mass.edu
Where: Mount Wachusett Community College, room A110 (formerly 182)
When: Tuesday, September 8 and Wednesday, September 9 at 6:30PM
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 appropriate footwear for dance audition. If you are a tapper, please bring tap shoes.
You can prepare for the optional tap audition with these tap tutorials.
Performance Dates: November 27, 28 and December 4, 5 at 7:30PM; November 29 and December 6 at 2PM
Special Sensory-Friendly Performance – December 5 @ 2PM
Tentative Rehearsal Schedule: Sundays from 6 – 9PM; Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 – 9:30PM; beginning September 13
Character Descriptions
Bob Wallace – A major singing star, Bob is the guiding force behind the song and dance team of Wallace and Davis. Despite occasional gruffness, he is a deeply kind and principled man who is searching for true love. Baritone.
Phil Davis – The fun-loving song-and-dance partner of the team Wallace and Davis. An irrepressible clown, operator, and incorrigible ladies’ man who has a boyish charm and sex appeal. Strong ballroom, jazz and tap-dancing needed. Baritone-tenor.
Betty Haynes – Sensible, responsible half of the Haynes sisters act. Classic elegance of quiet beauty and charm with a rich chest mix and soprano extension. Must move well.
Judy Haynes – Younger, more ambitious and slightly scheming other sister. Wholesome and adorable, sexy and flirty. Strong jazz and tap dancer. Strong singer with a chest mix.
General Henry Waverly – Retired Army general with a curmudgeonly military exterior, adjusting to retired life in post WW II America. Precise and orderly, a man of integrity.
Martha Watson – Once a Broadway star, now the General’s housekeeper. Very dry wit and frank with a wisecracking sense of humor. Strong singer and mover, Broadway belter.
Susan Waverly – (young girl 9 to 12 to play 9 years old) – The General’s granddaughter. Lovable and outgoing. Excellent belt voice, must move very well.
Ralph Sheldrake – Jokester Army buddy of Bob and Phil’s, now a major television executive. Fast talking, loud, brash New York professional with a good head on his shoulders.
Rita and Rhoda – Bob and Phil’s two star chorus showgirls. Brash, sexy and fun.
Ezekiel Foster – Practical, the ultimate laid back New Englander. A man of few words.
Mike – Bob and Phil’s Stage Manager. Can be overly dramatic and often hysterical, but gets the job done.
Tessie – Young Character woman to play Bob and Phil’s secretary. Mezzo-soprano, belter.
Male and Female Ensemble – to play assorted speaking roles as well as being a strong singing ensemble. Strong in Ballroom, Jazz and Tap. Dance style is 1950’s Hollywood movie musical style.
Contact Us With Questions
Call the Theatre at The Mount Box office at 978 630-9388 Monday through Thursday 9AM to 2PM
Or email your appointment request to box-office@mwcc.mass.edu