Audition Dates
BY APPOINTMENT
Saturday, June 1 – 10 AM – 1 PM
Monday, June 3 – 7 PM – 10 PM
Callbacks TBA if necessary
Non-Union Only
Paid
Audition Requirements
Please prepare 16-32 bars of contemporary musical theatre and a 60-second monologue. Bring sheet music – an accompanist will be provided. Submit headshot and resume to info@redbranchtheatre.com with audition date preference for consideration. Audition appointments will be scheduled on a first come – first served basis. All actors will be paid an honorarium. Do not call the box office with questions regarding auditions or casting. Please use the e-mail address listed above.
TICK, TICK… BOOM!
Music & Lyrics, Book by Jonathan Larson
Directed by Jennifer Spieler
Music Direction by Wil Lewis, III
TICK, TICK… BOOM! is Jonathan Larson’s autobiographical tale of a young composer on the brink of turning 30 and falling into oblivion. Three actors portray ten characters through fourteen songs to take you on the playwright/composer’s journey that ignited an interest in Larson’s work and ultimately led to Broadway sensation, RENT.
Red Branch Theatre Company seeks three powerhouse singing actors to fill all three roles.
Rehearsal and Performance Dates
Rehearsals: beginning late July/early August and scheduled based on cast availability.
Performances: September 27 – October 14, 2013
Character Breakdown
JON – 25 – 30 years old – A struggling composer on the brink of his 30th birthday. Michael’s roommate and Susan’s boyfriend. Baritenor with rock belt.
MICHAEL – 25 – 30 years old – A former actor-turned-market research executive. He is Jon’s roommate and best friend. Doubles as COUNTER GUY, DAD, and MARKET RESEARCH GUY. Baritenor with rock belt.
SUSAN – 20 – 30 years old – A dancer and Jon’s girlfriend. Sexy, kind, independent. Doubles as KARESSA, ROSA, JUDY, and MOM. Mezzo-soprano with rock belt.
DEAR EDWINA
Book & lyrics by Marcy Heisler
Music by Zina Goldrich
Directed by Stephanie Lynn Williams
Music Direction by Dustin Merrell
DEAR EDWINA is a heartwarming musical about the joys of growing up. Told through a show-within-a-show format, Edwina and her friends share wisdom that is sure to delight. Thirteen-year-old Edwina Spoonapple trots out her musical advice giving shows live from the family garage in hopes of wooing a talent scout that will give her the opportunity to be a part of the Kalamazoo Advice-a-palooza Festival.
Red Branch Theatre Company seeks talented character actors who sing aged 16 and above to play characters of all ages.
Rehearsal and Performance Dates
Rehearsals: begin early September
Performances: October 18-27
Character Breakdown
ANNIE – 10-13 years old – Edwina’s close friend. A girl scout cookie-selling champion who is proud of her accomplishments and eager to put the things she has learned as a girl scout to good use. Doubles as ANN VAN BUREN. Range: G3-G5.
BILLY – 10-13 years old – Edwina’s friend. One of the Vanderploonk twins. He is goofy, outgoing, and boyish. Range: B2-G5.
BOBBY – 8-10 years old – Edwina’s new friend who recently moved to the neighborhood. He is unfamiliar with “show business” and hesitant to join. Outgoing and friendly. Range: A3-G5.
EDWINA SPOONAPPLE – 10-13 years old – An advice-giving extraordinaire and director/star of the Spoonapple Repertory Theatre. Confident, dramatic, and ambitious, but caring beneath her drive for success. Range: G3-G5.
JOE/JO – 15-18 years old – Edwina’s older brother or sister and musical director of the Spoonapple Rep. Male or female, speaking role.
KELLI – 10-13 years old – Edwina’s next-door neighbor. She is a sophisticated ballet dancer, but snobby and a show-off. Doubles as KATIE SPOONAPPLE. Range: A3-C6
MYRA/MYRON – 14-16 years old – Edwina’s older sibling. He/she is a percussionist and plays the drums to accompany Edwina and her friends. Female or male, speaking role.
SCOTT – 10-13 years old – Edwina’s friend. Humble, shy, and hopelessly in love with Edwina. Range: E3-A5.
