Wednesday, March 16, 6-9pm
Thursday, March 17, 6-9pm
Friday, March 18, 6-9pm
Saturday, March 19, 9 am-12 pm (NOTE: the Director of The Drowsy Chaperone will not be present at Saturday’s auditions)

all auditions will be at SCCT Backstage

Callbacks on Sunday, March 20, if needed

Open Call  – No Appointment Necessary.
Those auditioning must arrive and register within the hours indicated.
Please note that the actual auditions may continue beyond the check-in times if turnout is heavy, but everyone that is checked in within the times above will be seen.

Auditions will be held at:

SCCT Backstage
171 Technology Drive
Suite 800
Boalsburg, PA

FROM THE DIRECTOR:
Seth Sponhouse, Director

Thank you for your interest in auditioning for The Drowsy Chaperone!  I’m very excited to be on the team that gets to bring this musical to life!

I’m approaching this show as a love-letter to the 1920’s. We are going to celebrating the fashion, the music, the comedy and the everything that made the 20’s ROAR! Please prepare a song that you can put the most emotion into, preferrably something set in the musical theatre genre but not mandatory! The music of the 20’s was expressive and classic, make your audition song your own!

Further below, you will find the character descriptions, show synopsis, and more. Come to auditions relaxed and ready to show us your best – we want you all to succeed. Our total cast size will be 16 people, and we are looking for people from age 16 and up, and are able to cast people of any race in any part. If this is your first audition, don’t sweat it! Just come to have fun!

If you aren’t able to prepare a song, feel free to just prepare “Happy Birthday,” as it shows off your range! You will be given some cold readings and sides at the audition. If you have any questions, please email me at sesponho@gmail.com

I hope to see you all on March 16-18 at SCCT Backstage! Auditions will also be on March 19th, however I will not be able to personally be there but part of the production team will be so no worries if that is the only day you can make!

Thank you all!

Seth

AUDITION & CASTING INFORMATION

Please come prepared to have fun at auditions. We want this to be an enjoyable experience you! If you are able, please download and fill out the audition form before arriving at auditions.

Auditions will consist of three parts:

1. Singing – Prepare a song of your choice, set in the style of the show (only 16 to 32 bars is necessary). This is preferred. Bring sheet music as an accompanist will be provided. Musical tracks are also welcomed via CD or MP3 (a player will be provided). A Capella is acceptable.
Note: People may be asked to do some vocalizing in order to determine range.

2. Reading – You will be asked to read an actual part from the show (called a Side). These will be provided at the audition and you will have time to look over them before you audition.

3. Dancing – Everyone will be asked to learn a dance routine. Wear something that you can move in. This includes proper foot attire.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Callbacks – Some people may be asked to come back on Sunday to do some additional dancing, singing, and script reading. People being called back will be notified via phone call and/or email.

Casting – The entire cast list will be posted on the SCCT website and Facebook page. All cast members will be individually notified by phone and/or email by a member of the production team.

Please note also that current membership is required in order to perform in the show. If you are cast, you will be required to become a member prior to the start of rehearsals. More information on membership is available here.

REHEARSAL INFORMATION

Rehearsals are tentatively scheduled to begin on May 9 and will follow SCCT’s normal rehearsal schedule – Monday through Thursday from 7:00pm to 10:30pm, and Saturdays and Sundays from 1:00pm to 5:00pm. There are no rehearsals on Fridays. Note that participation at rehearsals will be scheduled as required during the rehearsal process – not all roles may be required to be at all rehearsals.

The venue for rehearsals will be:
SCCT Backstage
171 Technology Drive
Suite 800
Boalsburg, PA

Rehearsals will move to The State Theatre the Sunday before Performances.

PERFORMANCE INFORMATION:

Performance Schedule

Thursday, June 16, 2016 – 8:00pm
Friday, June 17, 2016 – 8:00pm
Saturday, June 18, 2016 – 2:00pm & 8:00pm
Sunday, June 19, 2016 – 3:00pm

Performance Venue:

The State Theatre
130 West College Avenue
State College, PA  16801

Character Breakdown

Ensemble
There will be a small ensemble of reporters, maids, monkeys, etc.

SYNOPSIS:

With the houselights down, a man in a chair appears on stage and puts on his favorite record: the cast recording of a fictitious 1928 musical. The recording comes to life and The Drowsy Chaperone begins as the man in the chair looks on. Mix in two lovers on the eve of their wedding, a bumbling best man, a desperate theatre producer, a not so bright hostess, two gangsters posing as pastry chefs, a misguided Don Juan and an intoxicated chaperone, and you have the ingredients for an evening of madcap delight.

MORE INFORMATION

For more information, contact the SCCT Office at (814) 234-7228, or by email at office@scctonline.org.