AUDITIONS
SAS PERFORMING ARTS COMPANY AND STUDIOS, INC. will be presenting two productions this spring 2020 in New York City.
SHOWTUNE: Celebrating the Words & Music of Jerry Herman
Conceived by Paul Gilger, Piano & Vocal Arrangements by James Followell.
Showtune will be performed:
First rehearsal: Rehearsal period is 8 weeks.
Rehearsals will be 2-3 times a week, from 7-10:00pm, including weekends.
The Fantasticks
Book and Lyrics by Tom Jones and Music by Harvey Schmidt
The Fantasticks will be performed:
First rehearsal: . Rehearsal period is 8 weeks
Rehearsals will be 2-3 times a week, including weekends.
Auditions are by appointment only. A small honorarium will be paid.
Please send a current resume and headshot to
SHOWTUNE ROLES:
Woman 1
An older character type. Musical numbers include "And I Was Beautiful," "Before the Parade Passes By," "That's How Young I Feel," and "If He Walked into My Life."
Gender: female
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: F#3
Man 1
An older leading-man type with a strong sense of humor. Musical numbers include "Kiss Her Now," "One Person," "Movies Were Movies," and "I Don't Want to Know."
Gender: mal
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Woman 2
A woman in the prime of life, sassy and full of humor. Musical numbers include "I Am What I Am," "Time Heals Everything," and "I'll Be Here Tomorrow."
Gender: female
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: E3
Man 2
A comic in the prime of life, capable of selling a drag act. Musical numbers include "A Little More Mascara" and "Song on the Sand."
Gender: male
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: G2
Woman 3
An ingenue with a sprightly comic flair and tap dancing skills. Musical numbers include "Ribbons Down My Back," "So Long, Dearie," "Nelson," "What Do I Do Now? (Gooch's Song)," "Tap Your Troubles Away," and "Shalom."
Gender: female
Vocal range top: Bb5
Vocal range bottom: F#3
Man 3
A young leading man-type with strong movement and dance skills. Musical numbers include "My Best Girl" and "It Only Takes a Moment."
Gender: male
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Man 4
A pianist/singer with both musical theatre and classical piano skills. The production is focused around him at the piano. His featured musical numbers are "The Man in the Moon" and "I Promise You a Happy Ending."
Gender: male
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Audition Requirements
Prepare 2 cuts of 2 different songs from the character you wish to audition for. Please bring sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring a headshot and resume as well.
THE FANTASTICKS
Cast Type: Ensemble Cast
Dance Requirements: None
Character Breakdown
The Narrator (el Gallo)
A rakish, handsome, sophisticated gallant and narrator of the show. He is warm, cordial, and inviting to the audience, but has his own darker moments. He aids the performers in orchestrating the story.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: Ab2
The Girl (luisa)
A button-maker's young and pretty daughter, she is a romantic idealist who falls in love with Matt. She is naive, yet honest and tender.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: B5
Vocal range bottom: B3
The Boy (matt)
An innocent, young man who is searching for love and adventure. A bright guy, but naive and even foolish at times, approaching situations with a false bravado.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: A2
The Boy's Father (hucklebee)
A former boisterous navy man and meticulous gardener who fakes a fight with Bellomy in hopes of getting their children to fall in love.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: A2
The Girl's Father (bellomy)
A fastidious button-maker and also a picky gardener who fakes a fight with Hucklebee in hopes of getting their children together.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Audition Requirements
Prepare 2 cuts of contrasting Broadway Selections with one being from The Fantasticks. Please bring sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring a current headshot and resume as well.
Showtune and The Fantasticks are presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International.
HOW TO APPLY
APPLY BY PHONE
646 - 858-9918
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