July 21 - August 2, then travel to Barrie and rehearse until August 6th
August 7th and 8th
August 9th
August 7th - August 29th (7 shows per week). No performances on Sunday
Equity, E house, free accommodation. Please feel free to apply if you are Non-Equity
Character descriptions
Florence Foster Jenkins (50 - 70 years old)
Eccentric, energetic and flamboyant Florence is a wealthy widow with a great encompassing passion for singing. Charming, generous, loyal and optimistic she has a heart of Gold, and a tin ear.
Vocal training and knowledge of soprano operatic repertoire is extremely helpful as is the ability to sing off-key.
Please prepare a short excerpt from an aria in the original language - Adele's laughing song from Die Fledermaus (Mein Herr Marquis…) or Queen of the Night from Magic Flute (Der Hölle Rache) or something similar. Will also be asked to prepare one comedic monologue.
Cosme McMoon (27 - 35 years old)
A fine comedic actor who is also a pianist with Classical training. Ability to read Operatic repertoire. Cosme is a droll and somewhat subversive personality.
Dorothy (40 - 70 years old)
New York society woman, wealthy, fiercely loyal companion and fan of Madame Jenkins. Also devoted to her catatonic poodle, Ricky.
St. Claire Byfield (50 - 70 years old)
English character actor, bursting at the seams with theatricality and scotch. Charming and flirtatious he is completely devoted to Madame, with whom he has lived for many years. English Accent is required.
Maria (20 - 50 years old)
Florence's Mexican cook and housemaid. She speaks only Spanish. Completely exasperated by the parade of eccentrics attracted by Madame Jenkins. Dry and severe wit.
Must speak fluent Spanish, or have great Spanish pronunciation skills.
Mrs. Verrinder-Gedge (40 - 60 years old)
An indignant New York socialite who is deeply offended by, and adamantly opposed to, Florence Foster Jenkins' egregious assault on classical music. Some physical comedy may be required.
We will be calling out auditions on February 4th, 2008
Every performer must be available for all of the rehearsal, tech and performance dates.
Anyone coming to audition MUST live in Barrie or the surrounding area.
Everyone auditioning will be asked to sing one song (bring sheet music in the correct key) that shows off range.
We might ask for a second song so please have two contrasting songs with sheet music in the correct key.
An accompanist will be provided at the audition.
We might ask for you to do a cold read from the script as well.
Please be prepared to be at the audition for 20 minutes.
Character descriptions
Cinderella
Between the age of 16-20, non-equity, any race, outgoing, strong singer and actress.
Prince
Between the age of 15-20 years, non-equity, any race, outgoing, strong singer and actor, good comedic skills.
Footman/Fairy Bear
Between the age of 15-20 years, non-equity, outgoing, strong singer and actor, fantastic comedic skills.
Fairy Godmother
Between the age of 15-20 years, non-equity, outgoing, strong singer and dancer, good comedic skills, outgoing.
Stepsister (Doody)
Between the age of 15-20 years, non-equity, outgoing, strong singer and actress, wicked laugh, fantastic comedic skills, quirky, good dancer, outgoing.
Stepsister (Agnes)
Between the age of 15-20 years, non-equity, outgoing, strong singer and actress, wicked laugh, fantastic comedic skills, quirky, good dancer, outgoing.
** For the stepsisters would prefer a song that is up-tempo and shows off range.
In order to secure an audition, please email or drop off photo and resume to:
