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SUMMARY:Mary Poppins AUDITIONS
DESCRIPTION:AUDITIONS FOR\nDisney and Cameron Mackintosh’s\nMary Poppins\nA Musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers\nand the Walt Disney Film\nOriginal Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman\nBook by Julian Fellowes\nNew songs and Additional Music and Lyrics by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe\nCo-Created by Cameron Mackintosh\nOpen Auditions Sunday\, February 23 at 6:00pm & Monday\, February 24 at 6:00 p.m.\nShow Dates: May 1\, 2\, & 3 @ 7:30 pm\, May 3 & 4 @ 2 pm\n(5 performances)\nDirected by Tara E. Enedy \nOpen auditions for Altoona Community Theatre’s production of “Mary Poppins” will be held Sunday and Monday\, February 23 and 24\, beginning 6:00 p.m. in the Altoona Community Theatre Rehearsal Hall\, 1213 12th Street\, Downtown Altoona. Auditionees need only attend one night of auditions unless asked to attend callbacks. All audition times are for all ages appropriate for the show. \nEveryone should be prepared with 16 to 32 bars of a broadway song that showcases their ability. No unaccompanied singing will be permitted. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring paper copies of your sheet music in the appropriate key. \nA song will be taught to those without a prepared number. \nEveryone will participate in a general movement audition. No special dance clothing is required\, just clothes and shoes that are comfortable to move in. Please bring dance or character shoes to change into\, if you have them available. During the movement audition you will have the opportunity to demonstrate advanced dancing skills if you would like to be considered for a full dancing and singing ensemble role\, Bert\, or Mary Poppins. \n  \nDANCE ONLY audition for those not interested in singing:\nSunday February 23 at 4pm \nThis DANCE ONLY session is a special dance ensemble audition for those only interested in dancing in “Step in Time”\, “Jolly Holiday”\, or “Supercali..” This dance ensemble will include advanced tapping and dance skills\, but not necessarily singing. Only attend this dance audition if you do not want to sing.  \nIf you are unable to attend this date for a dance audition\, please call ACT Office at 814-943-4357 to discuss attending on Wednesday February 26 instead. This alternative time is by invitation or prior arrangement only. \nAttend the general auditions on Sunday or Monday at 6 pm if you would like to be considered for “full ensemble” roles that include singing. Auditionees will be given a chance to demonstrate advanced dancing skills during the movement portion of the general auditions. \n  \n  \nAbout the show:  \n\nThis uplifting and energetic musical is sure to delight all ages. Bert\, a chimney sweep\, introduces us to the troubled Banks family in 1910 London. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins appears at their doorstep. The family finds that she is the answer to their prayers\, but in the most peculiar way.\n\n\n\nMary Poppins takes the children on many magical and memorable adventures\, but Jane and Michael aren’t the only ones upon whom she has a profound effect. Songs include “A Spoonful of Sugar\,” “Chim Chim Cher-ee\,” “Step in Time\,” and “Let’s Go Fly a Kite.”\n\n\n\nAvailable Roles & Vocal Range: \nAge ranges are a suggestion\, please audition for any role you would like to be considered for. Listed by order of appearance. \nBert: The narrator of the story\, is a good friend to Mary Poppins. An everyman\, Bert has many occupations\, including hurdy-gurdy player\, sidewalk artist and chimney sweep. Bert watches over the children as well as the goings on in Cherry Tree Lane. He has charm\, speaks with a Cockney accent and is a song-and-dance man.\nGender: male\nAge: 25  to 45\nVocal range top: F#4\nVocal range bottom: B2\nMust have dance abilities and not be afraid of heights. \nGeorge Banks: The father to Jane and Michael Banks\, is a banker to the very fiber of his being. Demanding “precision and order” in his household\, he is a pipe-and-slippers man who doesn’t have much to do with his children and believes that he had the perfect upbringing by his nanny\, the cruel Miss Andrew. His emotional armor\, however\, conceals a sensitive soul. A baritone\, George may speak-sing as necessary.\nGender: male\nAge: 30 to 60\nVocal range top: Eb4\nVocal range bottom: Bb2 \nWinifred Banks: George’s wife and Jane and Michael’s mother. A former actress\, she is loving and distracted homemaker who is busy trying to live up to her husband’s desire to only associate with “the best people” as well as be the model wife and mother. She suffers from the conflicting feelings that she’s not up to the job of “being Mrs. Banks\,” yet\, she is\, and more. She has great warmth and simplicity to her tone.\nGender: female\nAge: 30 to 60\nVocal range top: D5\nVocal range bottom: A3 \nJane: The high-spirited daughter of Mr. and Mr. Banks\, is bright and precocious but can be willful and inclined to snobbishness.\nGender: female\nAge: 10 to 12\nVocal range top: F#5\nVocal range bottom: A3 \nMichael: The cute and cheeky son of Mr. and Mrs. Banks. Excitable and naughty\, he adores his father and tries to be like him. Both he and Jane misbehave in order to get the attention of their parents.\nGender: male\nAge: 8 to 10\nVocal range top: E5\nVocal range bottom: A3 \nKatie Nanna:Jane and Michael’s nanny at the beginning of the show. Overwhelmed and upset\, she has absolutely had her fill of the Banks children.\nGender: female\nAge: 30 to 60 \nPoliceman: A neighborhood fixture who is respected by and observant of households on his beat.\nGender: male\nAge: 30 to Any \nMiss Lark: The haughty next-door neighbor of the Banks family who treats her dog\, Willoughby\, as if her were child.\nGender: female\nAge: 30 to Any \nAdmiral Boom: A retired Royal Navy man and neighbor of the Banks family. A physically large man with a loud and booming voice\, he speaks in Navy jargon and has a soft spot for his neighbor\, Miss Lark. Can be any vocal range as needed. If Admiral Bloom doubles as the Banks Chairman\, he can be a baritone.\nGender: male\nAge: 50 to 75 \nMrs. Brill: The housekeeper and cook for the Banks family. Overworked and harassed\, she’s always complaining that the house is understaffed. Her intimidating exterior is a cover for the warmth underneath. Mrs. Brill doesn’t have a high opinion of nannies in general and Mary Poppins in particular. She does not have to be a strong singer.\nGender: female\nAge: 40-60\nVocal range top: D#5\nVocal range bottom: F#3 \nRobertson Ay: The houseboy to the Banks family. Lazy\, sleepy and grumbling\, he never gets things right and believes himself to be useless. He doesn’t do a lot of singing\, but his “Spoonful” solo can be a fun surprise.\nGender: male\nAge: 20 to 40\nVocal range top: G#4\nVocal range bottom: F3 \nMary Poppins: Jane and Michael Banks’s new nanny. She is extraordinary and strange\, neat and tidy\, delightfully vain yet particular\, and sometimes a little frightening but always exciting. She is practically perfect in every way and always means what she says. A mezzo soprano with strong top notes\, she should be able to move well. She can have a more traditional soprano sound\, but precision and diction is the key.\nGender: female\nAge: 20 to 40\nVocal range top: C6\nVocal range bottom: Gb3\nMust have some dance ability and not be afraid of heights. \nPark Keeper: Uniformed and officious\, he makes sure no one breaks park regulations. His life is defined by rules\, but he secretly hankers after his childhood.\nGender: male\nAge: Any \nNeleus: The statue of a young boy posed with a dolphin in the park. Neleus was separated from his father\, Poseidon\, and misses him very much. A small and lonely being\, he is very happy to befriend Jane and Michael. This will be a featured dance role.\nGender: male\nAge: 14 to 21 \nQueen Victoria: A statue in the park.\nGender: female\nAge: Any \nBank Chairman: The head of the bank where Mr. Banks is employed\, is an Edwardian stuffed-shirt. He can speak/sing his lines if necessary.\nGender: male\nAge: 50 to Any\nVocal range top: D4\nVocal range bottom: C3 \nMiss Smythe: The Bank Chairman’s humorless secretary.\nGender: female\nAge: Any \nEnsemble: Annie\, Fannie\, Valentine\, Teddy Bear\, Mr. Punch\, Doll\, Chimney Sweeps\, Toys\, Parkgoers. \nVon Hussler: A businessman seeking a loan from the bank for a shady business deal. He speaks with a German accent.\nGender: male\nAge: Any \nJohn Northbrook: An honest business man seeking a loan to build a factory for his community. He speaks with an accent from Northern England.\nGender: male\nAge: Any \nBird Woman: Covered in a patchwork of old shawls\, and her pockets are stuffed with bags of crumbs for the birds. She tries to sell her crumbs for the birds. She tries to sell her crumbs to passersby\, who ignore her as if she doesn’t exist. Sings “Feed the Birds.” There can be a gruff\, folksy quality to her voice that reflects the hardness of her life.\nGender: female\nAge: 30 to Any\nVocal range top: C5\nVocal range bottom: Gb3 \nMrs. Corry: Owns a magical gingerbread shop. She is a mysterious woman of great age who speaks with a Caribbean accent (or any accent that would make her seem exotic).\nGender: female\nAge: 30 to Any \nMiss Andrew: George’s overbearing and scary nanny. With her bottle of nasty-tasting brimstone and treacle to keep naughty children in line\, she is a bully who only knows one way of doing things – her way. A soprano with an alto belt\, there can be some heaviness to her voice along with range.\nGender: female\nAge: 40 to Any\nVocal range top: F5\nVocal range bottom: Gb3
URL:https://altoonacommunitytheatre.com/event/mary-poppins-auditions/
LOCATION:ACT Rehearsal Hall\, 1213 12th St\, Altoona\, PA\, 16601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mary Poppins AUDITIONS
DESCRIPTION:AUDITIONS FOR\nDisney and Cameron Mackintosh’s\nMary Poppins\nA Musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers\nand the Walt Disney Film\nOriginal Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman\nBook by Julian Fellowes\nNew songs and Additional Music and Lyrics by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe\nCo-Created by Cameron Mackintosh\nOpen Auditions Sunday\, February 23 at 6:00pm & Monday\, February 24 at 6:00 p.m.\nShow Dates: May 1\, 2\, & 3 @ 7:30 pm\, May 3 & 4 @ 2 pm\n(5 performances)\nDirected by Tara E. Enedy \nOpen auditions for Altoona Community Theatre’s production of “Mary Poppins” will be held Sunday and Monday\, February 23 and 24\, beginning 6:00 p.m. in the Altoona Community Theatre Rehearsal Hall\, 1213 12th Street\, Downtown Altoona. Auditionees need only attend one night of auditions unless asked to attend callbacks. All audition times are for all ages appropriate for the show. \nEveryone should be prepared with 16 to 32 bars of a broadway song that showcases their ability. No unaccompanied singing will be permitted. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring paper copies of your sheet music in the appropriate key. \nA song will be taught to those without a prepared number. \nEveryone will participate in a general movement audition. No special dance clothing is required\, just clothes and shoes that are comfortable to move in. Please bring dance or character shoes to change into\, if you have them available. During the movement audition you will have the opportunity to demonstrate advanced dancing skills if you would like to be considered for a full dancing and singing ensemble role\, Bert\, or Mary Poppins. \n  \nDANCE ONLY audition for those not interested in singing:\nSunday February 23 at 4pm \nThis DANCE ONLY session is a special dance ensemble audition for those only interested in dancing in “Step in Time”\, “Jolly Holiday”\, or “Supercali..” This dance ensemble will include advanced tapping and dance skills\, but not necessarily singing. Only attend this dance audition if you do not want to sing.  \nIf you are unable to attend this date for a dance audition\, please call ACT Office at 814-943-4357 to discuss attending on Wednesday February 26 instead. This alternative time is by invitation or prior arrangement only. \nAttend the general auditions on Sunday or Monday at 6 pm if you would like to be considered for “full ensemble” roles that include singing. Auditionees will be given a chance to demonstrate advanced dancing skills during the movement portion of the general auditions. \n  \n  \nAbout the show:  \n\nThis uplifting and energetic musical is sure to delight all ages. Bert\, a chimney sweep\, introduces us to the troubled Banks family in 1910 London. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins appears at their doorstep. The family finds that she is the answer to their prayers\, but in the most peculiar way.\n\n\n\nMary Poppins takes the children on many magical and memorable adventures\, but Jane and Michael aren’t the only ones upon whom she has a profound effect. Songs include “A Spoonful of Sugar\,” “Chim Chim Cher-ee\,” “Step in Time\,” and “Let’s Go Fly a Kite.”\n\n\n\nAvailable Roles & Vocal Range: \nAge ranges are a suggestion\, please audition for any role you would like to be considered for. Listed by order of appearance. \nBert: The narrator of the story\, is a good friend to Mary Poppins. An everyman\, Bert has many occupations\, including hurdy-gurdy player\, sidewalk artist and chimney sweep. Bert watches over the children as well as the goings on in Cherry Tree Lane. He has charm\, speaks with a Cockney accent and is a song-and-dance man.\nGender: male\nAge: 25  to 45\nVocal range top: F#4\nVocal range bottom: B2\nMust have dance abilities and not be afraid of heights. \nGeorge Banks: The father to Jane and Michael Banks\, is a banker to the very fiber of his being. Demanding “precision and order” in his household\, he is a pipe-and-slippers man who doesn’t have much to do with his children and believes that he had the perfect upbringing by his nanny\, the cruel Miss Andrew. His emotional armor\, however\, conceals a sensitive soul. A baritone\, George may speak-sing as necessary.\nGender: male\nAge: 30 to 60\nVocal range top: Eb4\nVocal range bottom: Bb2 \nWinifred Banks: George’s wife and Jane and Michael’s mother. A former actress\, she is loving and distracted homemaker who is busy trying to live up to her husband’s desire to only associate with “the best people” as well as be the model wife and mother. She suffers from the conflicting feelings that she’s not up to the job of “being Mrs. Banks\,” yet\, she is\, and more. She has great warmth and simplicity to her tone.\nGender: female\nAge: 30 to 60\nVocal range top: D5\nVocal range bottom: A3 \nJane: The high-spirited daughter of Mr. and Mr. Banks\, is bright and precocious but can be willful and inclined to snobbishness.\nGender: female\nAge: 10 to 12\nVocal range top: F#5\nVocal range bottom: A3 \nMichael: The cute and cheeky son of Mr. and Mrs. Banks. Excitable and naughty\, he adores his father and tries to be like him. Both he and Jane misbehave in order to get the attention of their parents.\nGender: male\nAge: 8 to 10\nVocal range top: E5\nVocal range bottom: A3 \nKatie Nanna:Jane and Michael’s nanny at the beginning of the show. Overwhelmed and upset\, she has absolutely had her fill of the Banks children.\nGender: female\nAge: 30 to 60 \nPoliceman: A neighborhood fixture who is respected by and observant of households on his beat.\nGender: male\nAge: 30 to Any \nMiss Lark: The haughty next-door neighbor of the Banks family who treats her dog\, Willoughby\, as if her were child.\nGender: female\nAge: 30 to Any \nAdmiral Boom: A retired Royal Navy man and neighbor of the Banks family. A physically large man with a loud and booming voice\, he speaks in Navy jargon and has a soft spot for his neighbor\, Miss Lark. Can be any vocal range as needed. If Admiral Bloom doubles as the Banks Chairman\, he can be a baritone.\nGender: male\nAge: 50 to 75 \nMrs. Brill: The housekeeper and cook for the Banks family. Overworked and harassed\, she’s always complaining that the house is understaffed. Her intimidating exterior is a cover for the warmth underneath. Mrs. Brill doesn’t have a high opinion of nannies in general and Mary Poppins in particular. She does not have to be a strong singer.\nGender: female\nAge: 40-60\nVocal range top: D#5\nVocal range bottom: F#3 \nRobertson Ay: The houseboy to the Banks family. Lazy\, sleepy and grumbling\, he never gets things right and believes himself to be useless. He doesn’t do a lot of singing\, but his “Spoonful” solo can be a fun surprise.\nGender: male\nAge: 20 to 40\nVocal range top: G#4\nVocal range bottom: F3 \nMary Poppins: Jane and Michael Banks’s new nanny. She is extraordinary and strange\, neat and tidy\, delightfully vain yet particular\, and sometimes a little frightening but always exciting. She is practically perfect in every way and always means what she says. A mezzo soprano with strong top notes\, she should be able to move well. She can have a more traditional soprano sound\, but precision and diction is the key.\nGender: female\nAge: 20 to 40\nVocal range top: C6\nVocal range bottom: Gb3\nMust have some dance ability and not be afraid of heights. \nPark Keeper: Uniformed and officious\, he makes sure no one breaks park regulations. His life is defined by rules\, but he secretly hankers after his childhood.\nGender: male\nAge: Any \nNeleus: The statue of a young boy posed with a dolphin in the park. Neleus was separated from his father\, Poseidon\, and misses him very much. A small and lonely being\, he is very happy to befriend Jane and Michael. This will be a featured dance role.\nGender: male\nAge: 14 to 21 \nQueen Victoria: A statue in the park.\nGender: female\nAge: Any \nBank Chairman: The head of the bank where Mr. Banks is employed\, is an Edwardian stuffed-shirt. He can speak/sing his lines if necessary.\nGender: male\nAge: 50 to Any\nVocal range top: D4\nVocal range bottom: C3 \nMiss Smythe: The Bank Chairman’s humorless secretary.\nGender: female\nAge: Any \nEnsemble: Annie\, Fannie\, Valentine\, Teddy Bear\, Mr. Punch\, Doll\, Chimney Sweeps\, Toys\, Parkgoers. \nVon Hussler: A businessman seeking a loan from the bank for a shady business deal. He speaks with a German accent.\nGender: male\nAge: Any \nJohn Northbrook: An honest business man seeking a loan to build a factory for his community. He speaks with an accent from Northern England.\nGender: male\nAge: Any \nBird Woman: Covered in a patchwork of old shawls\, and her pockets are stuffed with bags of crumbs for the birds. She tries to sell her crumbs for the birds. She tries to sell her crumbs to passersby\, who ignore her as if she doesn’t exist. Sings “Feed the Birds.” There can be a gruff\, folksy quality to her voice that reflects the hardness of her life.\nGender: female\nAge: 30 to Any\nVocal range top: C5\nVocal range bottom: Gb3 \nMrs. Corry: Owns a magical gingerbread shop. She is a mysterious woman of great age who speaks with a Caribbean accent (or any accent that would make her seem exotic).\nGender: female\nAge: 30 to Any \nMiss Andrew: George’s overbearing and scary nanny. With her bottle of nasty-tasting brimstone and treacle to keep naughty children in line\, she is a bully who only knows one way of doing things – her way. A soprano with an alto belt\, there can be some heaviness to her voice along with range.\nGender: female\nAge: 40 to Any\nVocal range top: F5\nVocal range bottom: Gb3
URL:https://altoonacommunitytheatre.com/event/mary-poppins-auditions-2/
LOCATION:ACT Rehearsal Hall\, 1213 12th St\, Altoona\, PA\, 16601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auditions,Mainstage
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SUMMARY:Cinderella Auditions
DESCRIPTION:Auditions for Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella\nOpen Auditions: Sunday\, July 13 at 6:00 PM & Monday\, July 14 at 6:00 PM\nShow Dates: September 18\, 19\, & 20 @ 7:30 pm\, September 21 @ 2 PM\nDirected by Bryce Cossitor \nOpen auditions for Altoona Community Theatre’s production of “Cinderella” will be held Sunday and Monday\, July 13 & 14\, beginning 6:00 p.m. in the Historic Mishler Theatre\, 1208 12th Street\, Downtown Altoona. Auditionees need only attend one night of auditions unless asked to also attend callbacks\, which are expected to be held as needed Wednesday July 16 starting at 6 p.m. \nAuditions will consist of singing and cold readings from the script. Auditionees should be 8 years of age or older. Note that all speaking roles will require age 17 or older. There will be a limited number of children 8-16 used in ensemble numbers and for specialized puppetry tasks. Everyone should be prepared with 16 to 32 bars of any Rodgers and Hammerstein song that showcases their ability. No unaccompanied singing will be permitted. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring paper copies of your sheet music in the appropriate key.  A song will be taught to those without a prepared number. \nEveryone will participate in a general movement audition. No special dance clothing is required\, just clothes and shoes that are comfortable to move in.  \nActors must be available for all performances (September 16 through September 21\, 2025). Availability for rehearsals will be asked at auditions. Please be prepared to list all conflicts from auditions through performance dates. Rehearsals are expected to begin at 7:00 p.m. \nIf you are unable to attend general auditions\, please contact the ACT Office at least a week in advance to discuss scheduling an alternative audition time. \nAbout the show:  \nGet ready to be swept away by the timeless tale of Cinderella\, the definitive rags to riches story that has charmed and inspired audiences all over the world. Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella is the new Broadway adaptation of the classic musical. This contemporary take on the treasured fairy tale features some of their most beloved songs including “In My Own Little Corner\,” “Impossible\,” and “Ten Minutes Ago” in this romantic (and hilarious) update.  \nWinning nine 2013 Tony Awards including Best Revival of a Musical\, critics called it\, “Reassuringly old-fashioned and refreshingly irreverent\, sentimental and snarky\, sincere and ironic\, all at once!”  \nAvailable Roles: \nElla: Idealistic and hopeful\, she courageously challenges the prince to change the policies in the kingdom – and helps him discover who he truly is. Soprano B3-Eb5 \nTopher: A misguided and lost prince who longs to do something important with his life. Baritone C#3-A4 \nMadame: Ella’s selfish stepmother\, the epitome of vanity and fashion. MezzoSoprano C4-D5 \nSebastian: The kingdom’s Lord Chancellor and trusted advisor to the Prince\, though uses propaganda and dishonesty to keep Topher in the dark about his kingdom. Baritone C3-E4 \nMarie: A friend to Ella and the town’s crazy lady and beggar who also happens to be a Fairy Godmother. Soprano A3-Ab5 \nGabrielle: Ella’s stepsister and publicly follows her mother and sister but secretly empathetic\, passionate\, and drawn to Ella and Jean-Michel. Soprano C4-G5 \nCharlotte: Ella’s stepsister who is brash\, self-centered\, materialistic and always wants to be the center of attention. Mezzo-Soprano B3-F5 \nJean-Michel: A feisty\, passionate peasant determined to make a change for the starving class. Also has a crush on Gabrielle. Baritone C3-G4 \nLord Pinkleton: Sebastian’s right-hand man who announces royal balls\, banquets and occasionally the weather to the villagers. Tenor D3-A4 \nEnsemble: Interchanging parts to include a Giant\, Fox and Raccoon\, Footman\, Coachman\, Knights\, Peasants\, Townspeople\, Ladies and Gentlemen of the Court\, Etc \n  \nAll roles are available. No prior theatrical or ACT experience is required. \nRoles are open to racially diverse and gender-inclusive casting for actors of all physical and neurological abilities. Our casting seeks to be as inclusive as possible and we invite gender nonconforming\, genderqueer\, transgender\, and nonbinary actors to select the roles they most identify with. \nQuestions can be directed to the ACT Office at 814-943-4357 or act@altoonacommunitytheatre.com.
URL:https://altoonacommunitytheatre.com/event/cinderellaauditions/
LOCATION:The Historic Mishler Theatre\, 1208 12th Ave\, Altoona\, PA\, 16601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cinderella Auditions
DESCRIPTION:Auditions for Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella\nOpen Auditions: Sunday\, July 13 at 6:00 PM & Monday\, July 14 at 6:00 PM\nShow Dates: September 18\, 19\, & 20 @ 7:30 pm\, September 21 @ 2 PM\nDirected by Bryce Cossitor \nOpen auditions for Altoona Community Theatre’s production of “Cinderella” will be held Sunday and Monday\, July 13 & 14\, beginning 6:00 p.m. in the Historic Mishler Theatre\, 1208 12th Street\, Downtown Altoona. Auditionees need only attend one night of auditions unless asked to also attend callback\, which are expected to be held as needed Wednesday July 16 starting at 6 p.m. \nAuditions will consist of singing and cold readings from the script. Auditionees should be 8 years of age or older. Note that all speaking roles will require age 17 or older. There will be a limited number of children 8-16 used in ensemble numbers and for specialized puppetry tasks. Everyone should be prepared with 16 to 32 bars of any Rodgers and Hammerstein song that showcases their ability. No unaccompanied singing will be permitted. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring paper copies of your sheet music in the appropriate key.  A song will be taught to those without a prepared number. \nEveryone will participate in a general movement audition. No special dance clothing is required\, just clothes and shoes that are comfortable to move in.  \nActors must be available for all performances (September 16 through September 21\, 2025). Availability for rehearsals will be asked at auditions. Please be prepared to list all conflicts from auditions through performance dates. Rehearsals are expected to begin at 7:00 p.m. \nIf you are unable to attend general auditions\, please contact the ACT Office at least a week in advance to discuss scheduling an alternative audition time. \nAbout the show:  \nGet ready to be swept away by the timeless tale of Cinderella\, the definitive rags to riches story that has charmed and inspired audiences all over the world. Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella is the new Broadway adaptation of the classic musical. This contemporary take on the treasured fairy tale features some of their most beloved songs including “In My Own Little Corner\,” “Impossible\,” and “Ten Minutes Ago” in this romantic (and hilarious) update.  \nWinning nine 2013 Tony Awards including Best Revival of a Musical\, critics called it\, “Reassuringly old-fashioned and refreshingly irreverent\, sentimental and snarky\, sincere and ironic\, all at once!”  \nAvailable Roles: \nElla: Idealistic and hopeful\, she courageously challenges the prince to change the policies in the kingdom – and helps him discover who he truly is. Soprano B3-Eb5 \nTopher: A misguided and lost prince who longs to do something important with his life. Baritone C#3-A4 \nMadame: Ella’s selfish stepmother\, the epitome of vanity and fashion. MezzoSoprano C4-D5 \nSebastian: The kingdom’s Lord Chancellor and trusted advisor to the Prince\, though uses propaganda and dishonesty to keep Topher in the dark about his kingdom. Baritone C3-E4 \nMarie: A friend to Ella and the town’s crazy lady and beggar who also happens to be a Fairy Godmother. Soprano A3-Ab5 \nGabrielle: Ella’s stepsister and publicly follows her mother and sister but secretly empathetic\, passionate\, and drawn to Ella and Jean-Michel. Soprano C4-G5 \nCharlotte: Ella’s stepsister who is brash\, self-centered\, materialistic and always wants to be the center of attention. Mezzo-Soprano B3-F5 \nJean-Michel: A feisty\, passionate peasant determined to make a change for the starving class. Also has a crush on Gabrielle. Baritone C3-G4 \nLord Pinkleton: Sebastian’s right-hand man who announces royal balls\, banquets and occasionally the weather to the villagers. Tenor D3-A4 \nEnsemble: Interchanging parts to include a Giant\, Fox and Raccoon\, Footman\, Coachman\, Knights\, Peasants\, Townspeople\, Ladies and Gentlemen of the Court\, Etc \n  \nAll roles are available. No prior theatrical or ACT experience is required. \nRoles are open to racially diverse and gender-inclusive casting for actors of all physical and neurological abilities. Our casting seeks to be as inclusive as possible and we invite gender nonconforming\, genderqueer\, transgender\, and nonbinary actors to select the roles they most identify with. \nQuestions can be directed to the ACT Office at 814-943-4357 or act@altoonacommunitytheatre.com.
URL:https://altoonacommunitytheatre.com/event/auditions-for-cinderella/
LOCATION:The Historic Mishler Theatre\, 1208 12th Ave\, Altoona\, PA\, 16601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auditions
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SUMMARY:Boeing Boeing Auditions
DESCRIPTION:Boeing Boeing\nby Marc Camolett\nTranslated by Beverley Cross & Francis Evans\nAudition Dates: Sunday September 28 at 4 PM\nMonday September 29 at 6 PM\nShow Dates: November 13-16\, 2025\nDirected by Tom Menna  \n  \nOpen auditions for this hilarious 1960s farce will take place September 28 at 4 PM and September 29 at 6 PM in the Altoona Community Theatre Rehearsal Hall\, 1213 12th Street\, Downtown Altoona.  \nAuditions will consist of cold readings of scenes and monologues. \nActors must be available for all performances\, listed above. Availability for rehearsals will be asked at auditions\, please be prepared to list all conflicts from auditions to performance dates. If you are unable to attend general auditions\, please contact the ACT Office at least two weeks in advance to discuss scheduling an alternative audition time. \nAuditionees need only attend one night of open auditions unless asked to attend callbacks\, expected to take place October 1 as needed. \n  \nAbout the Show:\nAn uproarious farce with 3 flight attendant fiancées\, 1 bachelor\, and plenty of turbulence. Set in the swinging 1960s\, this riotous comedy follows bachelor Bernard who is juggling secret engagements to three international air hostesses from his Paris apartment. \nWith careful planning and the reliable schedules of the airlines\, his love life runs like clockwork. That is until the introduction of jet planes and a surprise visit from an old school friend brings his precise life to a screeching halt. As Bernard’s carefully separated worlds begin to collide\, the resulting chaos is a first-class ticket to laughter\, making Boeing Boeing an unmissable comedic flight.\n\nPlease note\, this show contains adult humor and situations. \nAvailable Roles \n Bernard – A Parisian bachelor\nGloria – an American air hostess\nBerthe – Bernard’s housekeeper\nRobert – a friend of Bernard’s\nGabriella – an Italian air hostess\nGretchen – a German air hostess \n  \nAll roles are available. No prior theatrical or ACT experience is required.\nRoles are open to diverse & gender-inclusive casting.  Our casting seeks to be as inclusive as possible and we invite gender nonconforming\, genderqueer\, transgender and nonbinary actors to select the roles they most identify with. \n  \nQuestions can be directed to the ACT Office. \nPhone: 814-943-4357 \nEmail: act@altoonacommunitytheatre.com
URL:https://altoonacommunitytheatre.com/event/boeing-boeing-auditions/
LOCATION:ACT Rehearsal Hall\, 1213 12th St\, Altoona\, PA\, 16601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auditions
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SUMMARY:Boeing Boeing Auditions
DESCRIPTION:Boeing Boeing\nby Marc Camolett\nTranslated by Beverley Cross & Francis Evans\nAudition Dates: Sunday September 28 at 4 PM\nMonday September 29 at 6 PM\nShow Dates: November 13-16\, 2025\nDirected by Tom Menna  \n  \nOpen auditions for this hilarious 1960s farce will take place September 28 at 4 PM and September 29 at 6 PM in the Altoona Community Theatre Rehearsal Hall\, 1213 12th Street\, Downtown Altoona.  \nAuditions will consist of cold readings of scenes and monologues. \nActors must be available for all performances\, listed above. Availability for rehearsals will be asked at auditions\, please be prepared to list all conflicts from auditions to performance dates. If you are unable to attend general auditions\, please contact the ACT Office at least two weeks in advance to discuss scheduling an alternative audition time. \nAuditionees need only attend one night of open auditions unless asked to attend callbacks\, expected to take place October 1 as needed. \n  \nAbout the Show:\nAn uproarious farce with 3 flight attendant fiancées\, 1 bachelor\, and plenty of turbulence. Set in the swinging 1960s\, this riotous comedy follows bachelor Bernard who is juggling secret engagements to three international air hostesses from his Paris apartment. \nWith careful planning and the reliable schedules of the airlines\, his love life runs like clockwork. That is until the introduction of jet planes and a surprise visit from an old school friend brings his precise life to a screeching halt. As Bernard’s carefully separated worlds begin to collide\, the resulting chaos is a first-class ticket to laughter\, making Boeing Boeing an unmissable comedic flight.\n\nPlease note\, this show contains adult humor and situations. \nAvailable Roles \n Bernard – A Parisian bachelor\nGloria – an American air hostess\nBerthe – Bernard’s housekeeper\nRobert – a friend of Bernard’s\nGabriella – an Italian air hostess\nGretchen – a German air hostess \n  \nAll roles are available. No prior theatrical or ACT experience is required.\nRoles are open to diverse & gender-inclusive casting.  Our casting seeks to be as inclusive as possible and we invite gender nonconforming\, genderqueer\, transgender and nonbinary actors to select the roles they most identify with. \n  \nQuestions can be directed to the ACT Office. \nPhone: 814-943-4357 \nEmail: act@altoonacommunitytheatre.com
URL:https://altoonacommunitytheatre.com/event/boeing-boeing-auditions-2/
LOCATION:ACT Rehearsal Hall\, 1213 12th St\, Altoona\, PA\, 16601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auditions
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SUMMARY:Wait Until Dark Auditions
DESCRIPTION:Wait Until Dark Auditions\nBy Frederick Knott \nAdapted by Jeffrey Hatcher \nAuditions: December 1 & 2 at 6 PM\nPerformances: February 12\, 13\, 14 at 7:30 PM\n& February 15 at 2 PM\nDirected by Michael Manfred \n  \nOpen auditions for this 1940s thriller will take place Monday December 1 and Tuesday December 2 starting at 6 PM in the Altoona Community Theatre Rehearsal Hall\, 1213 12th Street\, Downtown Altoona.  \nAuditions will consist of cold readings from the script. \nActors must be available for all performances (dates listed above). Availability for rehearsals will be asked at auditions\, please be prepared to list all conflicts from auditions to performance dates. If you are unable to attend general auditions\, please contact the ACT Office at least two weeks in advance to discuss scheduling an alternative audition time. \nAuditionees need only attend one night of open auditions unless asked to attend callbacks\, expected to take place the evening of December 4 as needed. \nRehearsals are expected to begin shortly after auditions\, with breaks for the holidays.  \n  \nAbout the Show:\nWait Until Dark is a gripping and suspenseful thriller that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats. In 1944 Greenwich Village\, Susan Hendrix\, a blind yet capable woman\, becomes the target of a group of ruthless criminals searching for a mysterious doll filled with contraband. As the tension mounts and the stakes grow higher\, Susan must use her cunning and her courage to outmaneuver her dangerous adversaries in a heart-pounding battle of wits. \nWith its masterful blend of intrigue\, danger\, and unexpected twists\, Wait Until Dark delivers a thrilling theatrical experience with a final scene that will leave you breathless.\n \nAppropriate for ages 13+. Content advisory: strong language\, violence\, and mild adult themes \n  \nAvailable Roles:\nSusan – Female\, 20-50\nFemale lead of the show. Recently blinded\, newly married\, learning to be independent with her new challenges. She is feisty\, intelligent\, and can hold her own. She’s afraid of her situation but not of herself. Actor must be comfortable with playing “fear”. Physically demanding role\, and is in every scene of the play. \n  \nRoat – Male\, 25-55\nThe main villain of the piece. He is calm\, cruel\, and collected. Throughout most of the play Roat is “playing” various characters in order to meet his goal. Once the masks drop we see who he truly is a vicious ruthless man. Actor must be comfortable with playing cruelty and putting other people in jeopardy. Multiple accents and “voices”. Physically demanding role. \n  \nMike – Male 25-40\nSam’s old army buddy who shows up for a visit and finds himself in the middle of danger with Susan. Charming\, dashing\, self-assured. Over the course of the play a possible romance develops between him and Susan. Stunt falls required. \n  \nCarlino – Male\, 25+\nEx-cop turned con. Does not think deeply or for very long. Carlino is manipulated by other characters to do their bidding. Hides his true intentions behind a badge. \n  \nGloria – Female\, actor should be 18+\, but will be playing an adolescent\nTeenager who lives in the upstairs apartment and helps Susan with her daily activities. Petulant\, ready to be offended\, but also exceedingly brave. \n  \nSam – Male\, 25-40\nSusan’s husband\, loving and compassionate. They have an easy relationship. Sam is a professional photographer who is determined to make sure that Susan is safe when he is not there. \n  \nWe will also be casting “extras” to play non-speaking roles such as passersby and cops\, as well as function as foley artists and backstage crew. \n  \nAll roles are available. No prior theatrical or ACT experience is required.  \n Roles are open to racially diverse and gender-inclusive casting for actors of all physical and neurological abilities. Our casting seeks to be as inclusive as possible and we invite gender nonconforming\, genderqueer\, transgender\, and nonbinary actors to select the roles they most identify with. \n  \nQuestions can be directed to the ACT Office. \nPhone: 814-943-4357 \nEmail: act@altoonacommunitytheatre.com
URL:https://altoonacommunitytheatre.com/event/wudauditions/
LOCATION:ACT Rehearsal Hall\, 1213 12th St\, Altoona\, PA\, 16601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auditions
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SUMMARY:Wait Until Dark Auditions
DESCRIPTION:Wait Until Dark Auditions\nBy Frederick Knott \nAdapted by Jeffrey Hatcher \nAuditions: December 1 & 2 at 6 PM\nPerformances: February 12\, 13\, 14 at 7:30 PM\n& February 15 at 2 PM\nDirected by Michael Manfred \n  \nOpen auditions for this 1940s thriller will take place Monday December 1 and Tuesday December 2 starting at 6 PM in the Altoona Community Theatre Rehearsal Hall\, 1213 12th Street\, Downtown Altoona.  \nAuditions will consist of cold readings from the script. \nActors must be available for all performances (dates listed above). Availability for rehearsals will be asked at auditions\, please be prepared to list all conflicts from auditions to performance dates. If you are unable to attend general auditions\, please contact the ACT Office at least two weeks in advance to discuss scheduling an alternative audition time. \nAuditionees need only attend one night of open auditions unless asked to attend callbacks\, expected to take place the evening of December 4 as needed. \nRehearsals are expected to begin shortly after auditions\, with breaks for the holidays.  \n  \nAbout the Show:\nWait Until Dark is a gripping and suspenseful thriller that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats. In 1944 Greenwich Village\, Susan Hendrix\, a blind yet capable woman\, becomes the target of a group of ruthless criminals searching for a mysterious doll filled with contraband. As the tension mounts and the stakes grow higher\, Susan must use her cunning and her courage to outmaneuver her dangerous adversaries in a heart-pounding battle of wits. \nWith its masterful blend of intrigue\, danger\, and unexpected twists\, Wait Until Dark delivers a thrilling theatrical experience with a final scene that will leave you breathless.\n \nAppropriate for ages 13+. Content advisory: strong language\, violence\, and mild adult themes \n  \nAvailable Roles:\nSusan – Female\, 20-50\nFemale lead of the show. Recently blinded\, newly married\, learning to be independent with her new challenges. She is feisty\, intelligent\, and can hold her own. She’s afraid of her situation but not of herself. Actor must be comfortable with playing “fear”. Physically demanding role\, and is in every scene of the play. \n  \nRoat – Male\, 25-55\nThe main villain of the piece. He is calm\, cruel\, and collected. Throughout most of the play Roat is “playing” various characters in order to meet his goal. Once the masks drop we see who he truly is a vicious ruthless man. Actor must be comfortable with playing cruelty and putting other people in jeopardy. Multiple accents and “voices”. Physically demanding role. \n  \nMike – Male 25-40\nSam’s old army buddy who shows up for a visit and finds himself in the middle of danger with Susan. Charming\, dashing\, self-assured. Over the course of the play a possible romance develops between him and Susan. Stunt falls required. \n  \nCarlino – Male\, 25+\nEx-cop turned con. Does not think deeply or for very long. Carlino is manipulated by other characters to do their bidding. Hides his true intentions behind a badge. \n  \nGloria – Female\, actor should be 18+\, but will be playing an adolescent\nTeenager who lives in the upstairs apartment and helps Susan with her daily activities. Petulant\, ready to be offended\, but also exceedingly brave. \n  \nSam – Male\, 25-40\nSusan’s husband\, loving and compassionate. They have an easy relationship. Sam is a professional photographer who is determined to make sure that Susan is safe when he is not there. \n  \nWe will also be casting “extras” to play non-speaking roles such as passersby and cops\, as well as function as foley artists and backstage crew. \n  \nAll roles are available. No prior theatrical or ACT experience is required.  \n Roles are open to racially diverse and gender-inclusive casting for actors of all physical and neurological abilities. Our casting seeks to be as inclusive as possible and we invite gender nonconforming\, genderqueer\, transgender\, and nonbinary actors to select the roles they most identify with. \n  \nQuestions can be directed to the ACT Office. \nPhone: 814-943-4357 \nEmail: act@altoonacommunitytheatre.com
URL:https://altoonacommunitytheatre.com/event/wudauditions2/
LOCATION:ACT Rehearsal Hall\, 1213 12th St\, Altoona\, PA\, 16601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auditions
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SUMMARY:9 to 5 Auditions
DESCRIPTION:9 to 5 SNOW SCHEDULE UPDATE\nDue to the incoming winter storm\, auditions for 9 to 5 on Sunday\, January 25 have been cancelled. To make Monday (January 26) auditions as efficient as possible\, we are splitting the evening into two audition time blocks: \nIf you have a song prepared\, please arrive at the Mishler Theatre promptly at EITHER 6 pm OR 7:45 pm. \nIf you need to be taught a song to audition with\, please come to the 7:45pm audition time. \nIf you have access to a printer\, you can help us out by pre-filling out your audition form and bringing a PRINTED COPY: https://altoonacommunitytheatre.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/9t5-Audition-Form.docx.pdf \nEach audition block will consist of vocal auditions followed by the group movement audition. \nThe DANCE ENSEMBLE ONLY audition will now be held at 5:45PM on Wednesday\, January 28 at the Mishler Theatre. \nCallbacks are also still being planned for the evening of Wednesday\, January 28. \nFor all sets of auditions\, please enter through the front door of the Mishler Theatre. An accessible entrance is available on the left side of the theatre (the yellow Spiritz doors.) \nAnyone who cannot make the above audition times should email alicelyn26@gmail.com as soon as possible to schedule an alternate audition time. \n  \nThe below information is the original audition announcement with show & character information: \n9 to 5\nOpen Auditions Monday January 26 at 6:00 pm & 7:45 pm (Sunday auditions have been cancelled\, please read above)\nDance Ensemble Audition: Wednesday January 28 at 5:45 PM \nShow Dates: April 30\, May 1 & 2 @ 7:30 pm\, May 3 @ 2 pm\nDirected by Alice Lyn Oswald\nMusic Directed by Gabriella Petrarca\nChoreographed by Shelly McCaffrey & Lizzie Beam\nStage Managed by Becky Robinson & Jackie Settimio\nAuditions will be held in the Historic Mishler Theatre\, 1208 12th Ave Altoona PA.\n Auditionees need only attend one night of auditions unless asked to attend callbacks\, expected to be held the evening of Wednesday January 28. \nSome music rehearsals will take place throughout February\, with regular rehearsals beginning in early March. Rehearsals are expected to take place on weekday evenings\, but some weekends may occasionally be necessary. Auditionees will be asked to share their scheduling conflicts from February through show dates. \nEveryone should be prepared with approximately 32 bars of a broadway song that showcases their ability. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring paper copies of your sheet music in the appropriate key. A song will be taught to those without a prepared number. \nEveryone will participate in a general movement audition. No special dance clothing is required\, just clothes and shoes that are comfortable to move in. \n  \nDANCE ENSEMBLE AUDITION for those not interested in singing:\nWednesday January 28 at 5:45 PM\nAt the Mishler Theatre \nThis DANCE ONLY audition is to cast a special dance ensemble to do some advanced movement throughout the show\, without any expectations to say lines or sing. \nPlease attend the general auditions if you would like to be considered for any roles that include singing or acting\, including ensemble. Auditionees interested in being considered for both an acting role and the dance ensemble will be given a chance to demonstrate advanced dancing skills immediately following the general movement audition. \n\nABOUT THE SHOW:\n9 to 5\, a musical based on the 1980 hit movie\, is a laugh-out-loud story of friendship and revenge with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton. \nPushed to the boiling point\, three female coworkers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist\, egotistical\, lying\, hypocritical bigot they call a boss. In a zany turn of events\, Violet\, Judy\, and Doralee live out their wildest fantasy – giving their boss the boot! While Mr. Hart remains “otherwise engaged\,” the women give their workplace a dream makeover\, taking control of the company that had always kept them down. Hey\, a girl can scheme\, can’t she?\n \n  \nAVAILABLE ROLES:\n \nViolet (Female\, Age 40-50)\nVocal Range F3-D5\nThe company’s Head Secretary and Mr. Hart’s Administrative Assistant\, she is a single mother and typically stands up for what she believes in. Has a sarcastic sense of humor. Resilient\, ambitious.\nRomantic moments with Joe\, including a passionate kiss (lip-to-lip contact). \n  \nDoralee (Female\, Age 20-35)\nVocal Range G3-E5\nA young\, sexy spitfire who works at Mr. Hart’s office. She is proof that there is more to a woman than just her looks.\nRomantic & sensual moments with Dwayne\, no lip-to-lip contact. Staged\, non-consensual touching by Mr. Hart (but she fights back!). The character’s body is referenced throughout the show. Must be body-confident and comfortable in costumes that show your curves.  \n  \nJudy (Female\, Age 30 to 35)\nVocal Range Ab3-F5\nThe “new” girl at the firm\, she has been burned by her husband’s affair and is searching for personal empowerment. Insecure but determined and hopeful. \n  \nFranklin Hart Male\, (Age 40-50)\nVocal Range C3-Gb4\nOne of the firm’s executives and a notorious chauvinist. He is capable of faking charm but usually shows his true colors as an arrogant\, self-absorbed boss.\nStaged non-consensual touching of Doralee (but she fights back!). Makes several inappropriate comments to or about females throughout the show.\nSome physically demanding movement required. Must be able to kneel\, get up and down off the floor unassisted. \n  \nRoz Keith (Female\, Age 35 to 50)\nVocal Range G3-C5\nThe attentive office gossip queen and snitch. She has an unrequited love for Mr. Hart and will do anything she can to win his approval. \n  \nJoe (Male\, Age 25-35)\nVocal Range B2-G4\nAn endearing young office accountant. Genuine and nice\, and smitten with Violet.\nRomantic moments with Violet\, including a passionate kiss (lip-to-lip contact). \n  \nThe following roles may also double for ensemble members: \nDwayne (Male\, Age 25 to 35)\nVocal Range E2-G4\nDoralee’s attractive husband. He is very supportive of her professional pursuits.\nSome intimate moments with Doralee\, no lip-to-lip contact. May be asked to be shirtless and/or just in boxers. \n  \nJosh (Male\, Age 15-19)\nViolet’s awkward teenage son. \n  \nMissy (Female\, Age 25-40)\nFranklin Hart’s wife\, clueless to her husband’s true nature. \n  \nMaria (Female\, Age 20-35)\nVocal Range F4-D5\nA young and vibrant secretary in Hart’s office. Tries to rally the women of the office but gets punished for it. \n  \nDick (Male\, Age 35-45)\nJudy’s soon-to-be ex-husband. An average guy. May be showing signs of mid-life aging. \n  \nKathy (Female\, Age 30 to 45)\nVocal Range: G4-D5\nA secretary in Hart’s office with a tendency to gossip. \n  \nMargaret (Female\, Age 30 to 50)\nA secretary in Hart’s office with a tendency to drink.  \n  \nEnsemble (actors ages 16 and up)\nOffice employees\, police officers\, hospital employees. Some dancing required. The Ensemble will help move the set as part of their choreography.\n\n \nDance Ensemble (dancers ages 16 and up)\nA special dance ensemble to perform advanced movement throughout the show\, without expectations to act or sing. Will be costumed appropriately for each scene and will help move set pieces as part of their choreography. \n  \nAll roles are available. No prior theatrical or ACT experience is required.\nAge ranges are suggestions for the role\, not necessarily the actor age. Roles are open to racially diverse and gender-inclusive casting for actors of all physical and neurological abilities. Our casting seeks to be as inclusive as possible and we invite gender nonconforming\, genderqueer\, transgender\, and nonbinary actors to select the roles they most identify with.\nQuestions can be directed to the ACT Office at 814-943-4357 or act@altoonacommunitytheatre.com.\n 
URL:https://altoonacommunitytheatre.com/event/9to5auditions/
LOCATION:The Historic Mishler Theatre\, 1208 12th Ave\, Altoona\, PA\, 16601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auditions
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SUMMARY:9 to 5 Auditions
DESCRIPTION:9 to 5 SNOW SCHEDULE UPDATE\nDue to the incoming winter storm\, auditions for 9 to 5 on Sunday\, January 25 have been cancelled. To make Monday (January 26) auditions as efficient as possible\, we are splitting the evening into two audition time blocks: \nIf you have a song prepared\, please arrive at the Mishler Theatre promptly at EITHER 6 pm OR 7:45 pm. \nIf you need to be taught a song to audition with\, please come to the 7:45pm audition time. \nIf you have access to a printer\, you can help us out by pre-filling out your audition form and bringing a PRINTED COPY: https://altoonacommunitytheatre.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/9t5-Audition-Form.docx.pdf \nEach audition block will consist of vocal auditions followed by the group movement audition. \nThe DANCE ENSEMBLE ONLY audition will now be held at 5:45PM on Wednesday\, January 28 at the Mishler Theatre. \nCallbacks are also still being planned for the evening of Wednesday\, January 28. \nFor all sets of auditions\, please enter through the front door of the Mishler Theatre. An accessible entrance is available on the left side of the theatre (the yellow Spiritz doors.) \nAnyone who cannot make the above audition times should email alicelyn26@gmail.com as soon as possible to schedule an alternate audition time. \n  \nThe below information is the original audition announcement with show & character information: \n9 to 5\nOpen Auditions Monday January 26 at 6:00 pm & 7:45 pm (Sunday auditions have been cancelled\, please read above)\nDance Ensemble Audition: Wednesday January 28 at 5:45 PM \nShow Dates: April 30\, May 1 & 2 @ 7:30 pm\, May 3 @ 2 pm\nDirected by Alice Lyn Oswald\nMusic Directed by Gabriella Petrarca\nChoreographed by Shelly McCaffrey & Lizzie Beam\nStage Managed by Becky Robinson & Jackie Settimio\nAuditions will be held in the Historic Mishler Theatre\, 1208 12th Ave Altoona PA.\n Auditionees need only attend one night of auditions unless asked to attend callbacks\, expected to be held the evening of Wednesday January 28. \nSome music rehearsals will take place throughout February\, with regular rehearsals beginning in early March. Rehearsals are expected to take place on weekday evenings\, but some weekends may occasionally be necessary. Auditionees will be asked to share their scheduling conflicts from February through show dates. \nEveryone should be prepared with approximately 32 bars of a broadway song that showcases their ability. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring paper copies of your sheet music in the appropriate key. A song will be taught to those without a prepared number. \nEveryone will participate in a general movement audition. No special dance clothing is required\, just clothes and shoes that are comfortable to move in. \n  \nDANCE ENSEMBLE AUDITION for those not interested in singing:\nWednesday January 28 at 5:45 PM\nAt the Mishler Theatre \nThis DANCE ONLY audition is to cast a special dance ensemble to do some advanced movement throughout the show\, without any expectations to say lines or sing. \nPlease attend the general auditions if you would like to be considered for any roles that include singing or acting\, including ensemble. Auditionees interested in being considered for both an acting role and the dance ensemble will be given a chance to demonstrate advanced dancing skills immediately following the general movement audition. \n\nABOUT THE SHOW:\n9 to 5\, a musical based on the 1980 hit movie\, is a laugh-out-loud story of friendship and revenge with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton. \nPushed to the boiling point\, three female coworkers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist\, egotistical\, lying\, hypocritical bigot they call a boss. In a zany turn of events\, Violet\, Judy\, and Doralee live out their wildest fantasy – giving their boss the boot! While Mr. Hart remains “otherwise engaged\,” the women give their workplace a dream makeover\, taking control of the company that had always kept them down. Hey\, a girl can scheme\, can’t she?\n \n  \nAVAILABLE ROLES:\n \nViolet (Female\, Age 40-50)\nVocal Range F3-D5\nThe company’s Head Secretary and Mr. Hart’s Administrative Assistant\, she is a single mother and typically stands up for what she believes in. Has a sarcastic sense of humor. Resilient\, ambitious.\nRomantic moments with Joe\, including a passionate kiss (lip-to-lip contact). \n  \nDoralee (Female\, Age 20-35)\nVocal Range G3-E5\nA young\, sexy spitfire who works at Mr. Hart’s office. She is proof that there is more to a woman than just her looks.\nRomantic & sensual moments with Dwayne\, no lip-to-lip contact. Staged\, non-consensual touching by Mr. Hart (but she fights back!). The character’s body is referenced throughout the show. Must be body-confident and comfortable in costumes that show your curves.  \n  \nJudy (Female\, Age 30 to 35)\nVocal Range Ab3-F5\nThe “new” girl at the firm\, she has been burned by her husband’s affair and is searching for personal empowerment. Insecure but determined and hopeful. \n  \nFranklin Hart Male\, (Age 40-50)\nVocal Range C3-Gb4\nOne of the firm’s executives and a notorious chauvinist. He is capable of faking charm but usually shows his true colors as an arrogant\, self-absorbed boss.\nStaged non-consensual touching of Doralee (but she fights back!). Makes several inappropriate comments to or about females throughout the show.\nSome physically demanding movement required. Must be able to kneel\, get up and down off the floor unassisted. \n  \nRoz Keith (Female\, Age 35 to 50)\nVocal Range G3-C5\nThe attentive office gossip queen and snitch. She has an unrequited love for Mr. Hart and will do anything she can to win his approval. \n  \nJoe (Male\, Age 25-35)\nVocal Range B2-G4\nAn endearing young office accountant. Genuine and nice\, and smitten with Violet.\nRomantic moments with Violet\, including a passionate kiss (lip-to-lip contact). \n  \nThe following roles may also double for ensemble members: \nDwayne (Male\, Age 25 to 35)\nVocal Range E2-G4\nDoralee’s attractive husband. He is very supportive of her professional pursuits.\nSome intimate moments with Doralee\, no lip-to-lip contact. May be asked to be shirtless and/or just in boxers. \n  \nJosh (Male\, Age 15-19)\nViolet’s awkward teenage son. \n  \nMissy (Female\, Age 25-40)\nFranklin Hart’s wife\, clueless to her husband’s true nature. \n  \nMaria (Female\, Age 20-35)\nVocal Range F4-D5\nA young and vibrant secretary in Hart’s office. Tries to rally the women of the office but gets punished for it. \n  \nDick (Male\, Age 35-45)\nJudy’s soon-to-be ex-husband. An average guy. May be showing signs of mid-life aging. \n  \nKathy (Female\, Age 30 to 45)\nVocal Range: G4-D5\nA secretary in Hart’s office with a tendency to gossip. \n  \nMargaret (Female\, Age 30 to 50)\nA secretary in Hart’s office with a tendency to drink.  \n  \nEnsemble (actors ages 16 and up)\nOffice employees\, police officers\, hospital employees. Some dancing required. The Ensemble will help move the set as part of their choreography.\n\n \nDance Ensemble (dancers ages 16 and up)\nA special dance ensemble to perform advanced movement throughout the show\, without expectations to act or sing. Will be costumed appropriately for each scene and will help move set pieces as part of their choreography. \n  \nAll roles are available. No prior theatrical or ACT experience is required.\nAge ranges are suggestions for the role\, not necessarily the actor age. Roles are open to racially diverse and gender-inclusive casting for actors of all physical and neurological abilities. Our casting seeks to be as inclusive as possible and we invite gender nonconforming\, genderqueer\, transgender\, and nonbinary actors to select the roles they most identify with.\nQuestions can be directed to the ACT Office at 814-943-4357 or act@altoonacommunitytheatre.com.
URL:https://altoonacommunitytheatre.com/event/9-to-5-auditions/
LOCATION:The Historic Mishler Theatre\, 1208 12th Ave\, Altoona\, PA\, 16601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auditions
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SUMMARY:Dance Only Audition: 9 to 5
DESCRIPTION:9 to 5\nMusic and Lyrics by Dolly Parton\nBook by Patricia Resnick\nBased on the 20th Century Fox Picture\nOriginally produced on Broadway by Robert Greenblatt\, April 2009\nDance ONLY Audition: RESCHEDULED FOR Wednesday January 28 at 5:45 p.m. in the Mishler Theatre\n\nFull Auditions for singing/acting roles:  Monday January 26 at 6:00 p.m. Read more here.\nShow Dates: April 30\, May 1 & 2 @ 7:30 pm\, May 3 @ 2 pm\nDirected by Alice Lyn Oswald\nMusic Directed by Gabriella Petrarca\nChoreographed by Shelly McCaffrey & Lizzie Beam\nStage Managed by Becky Robinson & Jackie Settimio\nThis DANCE ONLY audition is to cast a special dance ensemble to do some advanced movement throughout the show\, without any expectations to say lines or sing. Dance ensemble minimum age is 16. \nPlease attend the general auditions if you would like to be considered for any roles that include singing or acting\, including ensemble. Auditionees interested in being considered for both an acting role and the dance ensemble will be given a chance to demonstrate advanced dancing skills immediately following the general movement audition. Read full audition information at altoonacommunitytheatre.com/9to5audtions \n\nABOUT THE SHOW:\n9 to 5\, a musical based on the 1980 hit movie\, is a laugh-out-loud story of friendship and revenge with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton. \nPushed to the boiling point\, three female coworkers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist\, egotistical\, lying\, hypocritical bigot they call a boss. In a zany turn of events\, Violet\, Judy\, and Doralee live out their wildest fantasy – giving their boss the boot! While Mr. Hart remains “otherwise engaged\,” the women give their workplace a dream makeover\, taking control of the company that had always kept them down. Hey\, a girl can scheme\, can’t she?\n \n\nRoles are open to racially diverse and gender-inclusive casting for actors of all physical and neurological abilities. Our casting seeks to be as inclusive as possible and we invite gender nonconforming\, genderqueer\, transgender\, and nonbinary actors to select the roles they most identify with.\nQuestions can be directed to the ACT Office at 814-943-4357 or act@altoonacommunitytheatre.com.\n 
URL:https://altoonacommunitytheatre.com/event/danceaudition9-5/
LOCATION:The Historic Mishler Theatre\, 1208 12th Ave\, Altoona\, PA\, 16601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auditions
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