Auditions

Hale Theatre to hold auditions for Forever Plaid

Hale Theatre will hold auditions on March 29th, 2010 for Forever Plaid playing May 27 - July 10th, 2010. Forever Plaid is written by STUART ROSS AND JAMES RAITT, produced by David & Corrin Dietlein, directed and music directed by Mickey Bryce. Choreographer TBA. Please prepare 16 bars of a Sinatra-type vocal solo. There will be a thorough vocal audition. You may be asked to match pitch, and carry a harmony part by ear. Strenuous vocal rehearsals during April and May. Performances will be Wednesday - Saturday evenings with Saturday matinees. Only Skilled vocalists / Actors need audition. Auditions will be held at the theater located at 50 West Page Avenue in Gilbert. Auditions are by appointment only and begin at 6pm.

CASTING

Jinx: The shy one, Jinx is usually terrified. He doesn’t always remember what songs come next or what the next move is. He is Sparky’s stepbrother and there is a little sibling rivalry going on between them. He occasionally gets a nose bleed when he sings above an A. He lives his life terrified. He was abused and beaten. He is only in the group because he sings the high notes beautifully. The others are very protective of him. VOCAL RANGE: FIRST TENOR (up to High C)

Francis: The leader and caretaker of the group, Francis has the most confidence. He takes care of his fellow Plaids and makes sure everyone knows where they’re supposed to be and what is supposed to happen next. He is also the connection between the audience and the guys. He has asthma, which acts up whenever numbers are too fast or the choreography gets too energetic. He has a great deal of compassion for the music and the group. VOCAL RANGE: LEAD LYRIC TENOR (up to High Bb)

Sparky: The “cut-up” of the group, Sparky is always looking for ways to crack jokes. He is very sharp and loves singing his tailor-made solos. He wears a retainer and has a slight speech impediment or lisp. Even though he is energetic and clever, he cares for his stepbrother, Jinx. He sings with a joyous bravura and loves to perform. He loves to tell stories and relishes every word. He is the comic engine of the show. VOCAL RANGE: LYRIC BARITONE (up to High G)

Smudge: The worrier, Smudge worries about the props and the running order and always assumes that the audience won’t like him. He has a chronic nervous stomach and is very reluctant to perform. He is also very clumsy. Smudge never enjoys or appreciates what he has. He always worries about what is coming up and regrets what is past. VOCAL RANGE: LOW BASS (Low D to E above middle C)

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