Utah Rep is excited to announce open auditions for CABARET (the latest revival script). Prepare 16 measures of a musical selection in the style of the show that demonstartes your vocal and acting talents. You will have a 3 minute time slots and are available from 12p-4p.
For auditions we ask that you bring a headshot, resume, and audition form. Audition forms will be available here for download by 1/23. They will also be available at the audition space. If you do not bring a form filled out, please plan on showing up 5-10 minutes early to complete the paperwork there.
Callbacks will take place later the same day, from 6-10 and will involve dancing and likely scene reading as well. If you are called back dress appropriately and bring water.
AUDITION SIGN-UPS can be found at this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1U5ZpNok-9neIh9fwGPzaq0ssXRUL_FCK0bVUhGYjwZ4/viewform?usp=send_form
Please make sure to fill out the form and select a time in the linked poll.
All actors must be 18+ to audition.
If you need to change or cancel your audition time please contact the stage manager: Annie Brantley at 801-419-2104 (text preffered) or email at [email protected]
CABARET will be directed by L.L. West, with music direction by Anne Puzey and choreography by Ashley Gardner Carlson.
The Show will run on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from August 19- September 4 at the Sorenson Unity Center.
Rehearsals will take place primarily at the Utah Arts Alliance Building (next to the Gateway Mall in SLC). And will begin in the middle of June. More information will be provided at audtions.
There will be a small performance stipend for all actors.
SYNOPSIS:
Cabaret is a musical based on a book written by Christopher Isherwood, music by John Kander and lyrics by Fred Ebb. The 1966 Broadway production became a hit, inspiring numerous subsequent productions in London and New York, as well as the 1972 film by the same name.
It is based on John Van Druten’s 1951 play I Am a Camera, which was adapted from the short novel Goodbye to Berlin (1939) by Christopher Isherwood. Set in 1931 Berlin as the Nazis are rising to power, it is based in nightlife at the seedy Kit Kat Klub, and revolves around the 19-year-old English cabaret performer Sally Bowles and her relationship with the young American writer Cliff Bradshaw.
A sub-plot involves the doomed romance between German boarding house owner Fräulein Schneider and her elderly suitor Herr Schultz, a Jewish fruit vendor. Overseeing the action is the Master of Ceremonies at the Kit Kat Klub. The club serves as a metaphor for ominous political developments in late Weimar Germany.
CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS: Cast of 16
1. Emcee ‐ Master of Ceremonies – Vocal Range – middle C to High C sharp – tenor – The host at the Kit Kat Klub – presented as a gender questionable character comfortable with being close to both men and women – comedic – loveable – requiring agile stage movement and dance –speaks with a German Accent – Age range of appearance non‐specific ‐‐
2. Clifford Bradshaw – Vocal Range – Low A to High E – Tenor – Description – American Novelist travelling to Berlin – presented as a closeted Gay Man exploring his sexuality –Appearance Age range Late 20’s to Mid 30’s in age. Speaks with an American accent.
3. Fraulein Schneider – Vocal Range – Low D to A flat above middle C – Alto ‐ A landlady who rents rooms in her large flat. Appearance Age Range 50+. Requiring an ability to deliver lines with a German accent. Comfortable with stage movement and light dance – waltz.
4. Herr Schultz – Vocal Range – Low G to High F – Tenor – One of Fraulein Schneider’s roomers and the proprietor of a Fruit Shop. Appearance Age Range 50+. Requiring an ability to deliver lines with a German accent. Comfortable with stage movement and light dance.
5. Fraulein Kost – Vocal Range – Low A flat to High F – Alto/Mezzo – Another of Frl. Schneider’s roomers. She earns money by offering favours to sailors – presentation of the character should exhibit a strong sexual comfort and commanding nature. Comfortable with stage movement. German accent required. Appearance Age Range – 30’s to 40’s
6. Sally Bowles –Vocal Range – Low A to High C – Soprano – able to belt the song– A British Cabaret singer at the Kit Kat Klub. A quirky character that comes across as flighty – yet at times struggles with knowing the darkness of the reality of her life as a cabaret performer. Appearance Age Range – 20’s to 30’s. Speaks with a British Accent.
ENSEMBLE:
Ten talented Ensemble Members that will serve in a variety of roles including Kit Kat Klub boys and girls
5 Kit Kat Klub boys – Ensemble singers – various vocal ranges – must be able to dance. The individuals will also be part of various scenes as performers and as club patrons. Some of the individuals will be German Sailors who frequent Fraulein Kost’s services. Should be comfortable with portraying free in gender depictions. These men can be of various shapes, sizes, ages and ethnicities.
5 Kit Kat Klub Girls – Ensemble Singers and Dancers ‐‐ The individuals will also be part of various scenes as performers and as club patrons. Some of the individuals will be chosen for featured roles. The ladies can be of various shapes, sizes, ages and ethnicities.
Post expires at 12:00am on Monday February 15th, 2016
