Auditions from DC to New York and Other Vital Tidbits. Courtesy of the studios of Laurie Nelson. www.nmproductionsinc.com
Friday, October 12, 2012
Disney's 'Aladdin–A Musical Spectacular'
Disney Parks Talent Casting is seeking musical theater performers and improv actors to perform in its Broadway-caliber, theatrical production of Disney's "Aladdin–A Musical Spectacular." This show was originally directed by award-winning director Francesca Zambello and choreographed by acclaimed Broadway choreographer Lynne Taylor-Corbett.
Performs in the state-of-the-art, indoor, 2,000-seat Hyperion Theater at Disney California Adventure Park in Anaheim, CA.
Seeking—Aladdin: male, 18+ to play 18, 5'7"-5'11", good physique, a good-looking guy filled with teenage charm and appeal, great charisma, clever, survives on the streets of Agrabah; baritone/tenor with a youthful sound. Jasmine: female, 18+ to play 18, 5'2"-5'6", a beautiful, independent, feisty princess, desperately longs to experience life beyond the castle walls; soprano with strong mix, contemporary musical theater/Disney princess sound. Genie: male, 26-40s, charismatic and full of energy, great celebrity impressionist, quickly transforms from character to character, genuinely pained by his lack of freedom; especially seeking actors with extensive improv and physical comedy background; must carry a tune. Jafar: male, 35-55, 6'0"+, a commanding and menacing presence, great classical actor, a real man capable of evil, not an animated character, lusts for power, desires Jasmine; bass/baritone with deep rich voice. Note: All auditioning performers must be 18+. The characters of Genie and Jafar are not strong principal vocalists, but must be able to show a great deal of personality. Especially seeking performers with a diverse look.
Auditions will be held Oct. 23 at 10 a.m. at Pearl Studios, 500 Eighth Ave., 12th fl., NYC. Sign-in begins 30 minutes prior to the call.
Prepare 16 bars of a contemporary musical theater selection showing vocal versatility and range. You may sing from the show. Bring sheet music in your key; an accompanist will be provided. Bring current pix & résumés. Callbacks will be held Oct. 24.
For more info, visit www.disneyauditions.com.
Professional pay provided. Entertainers for this show are covered under the terms and conditions of a collective bargaining agreement with the American Guild of Variety Artists (AGVA). AGVA Performance Contract.