AUDITION BRIEF CREATIVE TEAM:
DIRECTOR: CHRISTIAN CAVALLO MUSICAL DIRECTOR: PHIL KEARNEY VOCAL DIRECTOR: TANIA SPENCE CHOREOGRAPHER: NIKKI LENAGHAN
PERFORMANCES:
6 OCTOBER— 14TH OCTOBER PLAYHOUSE THEATRE, GPAC. OCTOBER 2017. TH
INFORMATION NIGHT:
7pm SUNDAY 23RD APRIL GSODA INC. REHEARSAL ROOMS Initial audition bookings will be taken.
AUDITION DATES:
VOCAL AUDITIONS: THURSDAY 4TH MAY & THURSDAY 11TH MAY AT GSODA REHEARSAL ROOMS. MONDAY 8TH MAY AT OXYGEN COLLEGE DANCE CALL: SUNDAY 7TH MAY FROM 10am AT GSODA REHEARSAL ROOMS. CALLBACKS: THURSDAY 18TH MAY FROM 7pm AT GSODA REHEARSAL ROOMS.
AUDITION BOOKINGS OPEN:
10am MONDAY 24TH APRIL Please indicate preferred night and email:
[email protected].
LOCATIONS:
GSODA INC. REHEARSAL ROOMS (BEHIND WHITE EAGLE HOUSE) 46–48 FELLMONGERS RD, BREAKWATER. OXYGEN COLLEGE, 22 GORDON AVE, GEELONG WEST.
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SHOW INFORMATION We thank you for your interest in auditioning for HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL. PLEASE READ THROUGH THIS INFORMATION PACK IN PREPARATION FOR YOUR AUDITION
ABOUT HEATHERS HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL is a rock musical with music, lyrics and a book by Laurence O’Keefe and Kevin Murphy, based on the 1988 cult film, Heathers. The show, while a satirical comedy, deals with issues of teen suicide, bullying, homophobia, and gun violence. Ultimately, the show has a message of acceptance and self-love.
PRODUCTION TEAM Director: Christian Cavallo Musical Director: Phil Kearney Vocal Director: Tania Spence Choreographer: Nikki Lenaghan Production Manager: Carol-Anne Glynne Stage Manager: Craig Gourley Costume Designer: Mandee Oakes Lighting: BRAD ALCOCK, BAAC Lighting Sound: CONRAD HENDRICKS, BAAC LIGHTING Set Design: Christian Cavallo & Shane Lee Set Construction: Shane Lee
PERFORMANCE DATES 7:30PM OCTOBER 6, 7:30PM OCTOBER 7 7:30PM OCTOBER 12, 7:30PM OCTOBER 13 2:00PM & 7:30PM OCTOBER 14
REHEARSALS HEATHERS THE MUSICAL will commence rehearsing on Sunday 25th June and continue to rehearse on: SUNDAYS THROUGHOUT THE DAY, MONDAY AND THURSDAY NIGHTS FROM 7:15PM-10:30PM AT GSODA INC REHEARSAL ROOMS. WITH FULL REHEARSAL WEEKENDS ON 26–27 August & 23–24 September. The company will BUMP-IN to theatre on October 1st and cast will be on call to attend all rehearsals in the theatre before opening night on October 6th. If you are successful in gaining a place in the company, please note that this show will require your full commitment.
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CHARACTER INFORMATION VERONICA SAWYER: 17 years old. She burns to be both cool and kind, but doesn’t yet know how to be both at the same time. Fierce sense of right and wrong, keen sense of ironic humour. Thinks she’s an old soul, but she’s still innocent enough to be blind-sighted by love (or shocked by cruelty). Voice: High belting required, up to Ab. Must have dynamic and stylistic range. JASON DEAN (JD): 17 years old. He is darkly charismatic, compelling, attractive and charming on the outside, yet very damaged on the inside. Keen smarts and strong inventive comedy. Voice: Strong confident belt to at least Ab. A preferable. Wide emotional range. HEATHER CHANDLER: 17 years old. The Richest, hottest, most magnetic, cruelest girl in town. Relishes power and wields it like a scalpel – no fear, no patience, no mercy. Voice: Strong belt to Db, D preferred. Soprano for Chorus. HEATHER MACNAMARA: 17 years old. Beautiful, innocent, stupid, can be mean on command if Heather Chandler orders it, but actually quite vulnerable and fearful. Voice: Strong belt to Db. D preferred. Soprano for chorus. HEATHER DUKE: 17 years old. Whipping-girl of the Heathers. When she finally becomes Queen Bee, she wields power like a bulldozer. Voice: Strong belt to C. D preferred. Alto for chorus. MARTHA DUNSTOCK: 17 years old. Nicknamed “Martha Dumptruck”, the opposite of hot, confident, or popular. Huge and beautiful soul, optimistic even in the face of rejection. Voice: Strong belt to F. Wide vocal expression. RAM SWEENEY: 17 years old. Linebacker. Big, insensitive to the feelings of others, ruled by appetites. Voice: Strong baritone, belt to G. Some falsetto useful.
KURT KELLY: 17 years old. Quarterback and captain of the football team. Big, chiseled, rude, entitled, cocky. Mean and thinks he’s the brains of the friendship with Ram. Voice: Tenor, strong belt to A, some falsetto. ms. Flemming/ VERONICA’S MUM: 40-50 years old. Great sense of comedic timing and opportunity. Ms. Flemming: Aging Hippie teacher, still yearning for the day the age of Aquarius reaches Ohio. Hungry for spotlight, resentful of entitled youth. Veronica’s Mum: Easygoing, distant, yet capable of laying down the law. Voice: Great belt up to C, higher always welcome. RAM’S DAD/ BIG BUD DEAN/ COACH RIPPER*: 40-50 years old. Great sense of comedic timing and opportunity. Ram’s Dad: Former football player turned suburban Dad, has never outgrown his high school glory days. Hates weakness but capable of soul-searching when tragedy strikes. Big Bud Dean: JD’s single dad. Big Jolly personality that barely conceals the enormous rage bubbling just below the surface. Quite possibly a serial bomber. Coach Ripper: Stalwart, man’s man; quick to defend his players.Voice: Baritone/Tenor – Power Country/Gospel belt to Ab, higher welcome. KURT’S DAD/ VERONICA’S DAD/ PRINCIPAL GOWAN*: 40-50 years old. Great sense of comedic timing and opportunity. Kurt’s Dad: Straight-laced, Very conservative, also former football player. A simple guy, not book smart, you’d be happy to share a beer with him. Veronica’s Dad: Easygoing and distant. Principal Gowan: Rumpled, burned out, hates conflict. Voice: Strong Baritone/ Tenor, power belt to G, even higher is better. Ensemble: Must play 17 years old. Energetic dance and movement required. All voice types are welcome. Many solo opportunities across various characters, strong voices required. OFFSTAGE SINGING ROLES: Roles singing offstage will also be offered. *Role combinations may be offered differently.
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AUDITION REQUIREMENTS
• All auditionees must be at least 16 years old. • Please provide a headshot and CV, these will also be accepted on the day. • Please arrive 15 minutes early to prepare, sign in and fill out or provide relevant audition forms that are included with this pack. • Each auditionee will need to book in an individual vocal audition time. • Prepare two contrasting contemporary musical theatre songs that reflect the style or themes of the show and best showcase your vocal range. Please do not sing material from the show. As time is limited, you may not be able to complete the full two songs, so make sure you are able to show off your range within the first 32 bars of your audition where possible. • Backing Tracks or a capella auditions will not be accommodated. • Sheet music in the correct key will be required and is easy to find online at websites such as musicnotes.com, music-scores.com, sheetmusicscore.com and the like for around $5 AUD per song. • We want you to feel comfortable, so our Audition Pianist will spend a moment with you to prepare for your audition and ensure that the starting point, tempo and timing is correct. • Please prepare a short contemporary monologue in an American accent, no longer than one minute, to be performed after you have sung. You may find ideas for monologues on stageagent.com/monologues, freedrama.net/small1t, actorama.com and the like. • On Sunday 7th May all auditionees will be required to attend a compulsory dance/ movement call from 10am. You will be given a call time when you book your audition. You may be asked to return at 2pm for a second dance call. All auditionees wishing to be considered for an onstage role must attend a dance and vocal audition. Please wear comfortable clothing and appropriate footwear. Bring a bottle of water and lots of energy! The dance audition will include various skill levels of dance and movement. If you can do any acrobatic tricks, we would like to see these also. • Your commitment is paramount to the success of this show and you must provide us with any conflicting dates or known absences at your audition. • You may be required to learn extra material for the call back process. This will be provided. • A show levy and membership fee totaling $110 is payable by the first rehearsal on 25 June 2017. • All rehearsals will be held at GSODA Inc Hall, unless otherwise advised. • Please be aware that this show does feature adult themes, explicit language and will require partial nudity from several characters. • If you are unable to attend your audition, please contact Carol-Anne at 0408 659 597. Membership fee to GSODA Inc. is $20 Performance levy is $90, which includes a Heathers branded show t-shirt.
SPONSORSHIP
We are keen to hear from businesses and individuals who are willing to sponsor this production. GSODA Inc is able to offer an attractive array of advertising and marketing opportunities for prospective sponsors. If you, or anyone you know, may be interested, please call Nikki on 0432 352 468.
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AUDITION FORM
PLEASE BRING THIS FORM, ALONG WITH A NON-RETURNABLE HEADSHOT TO YOUR AUDITION
Name: ___________________________________________________ Age: ______ Male
Female
Address: ______________________________________________ Suburb: __________________________ Post Code: ____________ Phone (H): _______________________ Phone (M): ______________________ Email: _____________________________________________________ Date Of Birth: ____/____/19____ Height: _____________ Build: _____________ Hair Colour: _____________ Eye Colour: ___________ What have you prepared? Song:_________________________________________________ By: _______________________________ Song:_________________________________________________ By: _______________________________ Monologue: ___________________________________________ By: _______________________________ Are there any specific roles in the show you would like to be especially considered for? _________________________________________________________________________________________ No If unsuccessful in gaining this role, will you accept another character role? Yes If unsuccessful in gaining this role, will you accept an ensemble role? Yes No If required, are you comfortable with cutting or dying your hair? Yes No Are you comfortable with explicit language used in the show? Yes No Are you prepared to appear partially-nude if required? Yes No Previous Theatre Experience: Please complete the following or attach a brief resume. Year Show Role Company
Can you play any instruments? ___________________________________________________________ What level do you play at?
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Vocal Tuition : Trained with: ___________________________________________________________ No. Years: _______ Trained with: ___________________________________________________________ No. Years: _______ Vocal Type: ______________________________________________ Range: ________________________ Can you read music? Very Well Okay Not at all Can you sing harmony? Very Well Okay Not at all
#heathersgeelong #stepintoourcandystore Drama / Acting Trained with: _______________________________________________________ No. Years: ___________ Trained with: _______________________________________________________ No. Years: ___________ Dance Trained with: ______________________________ Styles:____________________ No. Years: _______ Trained with: ______________________________ Styles:____________________ No. Years: _______
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Do you have any injuries that require choreographic consideration?
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Are you comfortable with executing lifts?
If Yes, please specify:____________________________________________________________________ Please list other skills (eg. Gymnastics, acrobatics, musical instruments etc): __________________________________________________________________________ Availability Are you available for rehearsals on Mondays & Thursdays 7:15pm – 10:30pm, and Sundays between 10:00am – 6:00pm?
Do you have any other commitments that will affect attendance?
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If so, please specify dates: _______________________________________________________________ As well as performing, cast members will be required to help with set construction or sewing bees a minimum of one time. All cast members are required to become financial members of GSODA Inc., and will also be required to pay show fees, due at the first rehearsal: 25 June, 2017. Adult Membership: $22 inc. GST. Performance Levy: $90 inc. GST Do you agree to pay this fee?
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I am aware that, if successful in my audition, I have committed to attend all rehearsals and production dates required of me and understand that if my performance during rehearsals is not up to standard, and that my absence from rehearsal without reasonable cause or without advising the production manager, could necessitate my replacement and withdrawal from the show, unless previously discussed with and approved by production manager and directors of the production. I have read this audition form and if I am accepted as a member of the cast, I agree to abide by all the above-mentioned conditions and the Articles of GSODA Inc. Signed: _____________________________________ Date: ____/05/2017 Parent/Guardian: _____________________________ Parent phone number: _____________________ (If auditionee is under the age of 18.)
