[NEohioPAL] Auditions for the Color Purple at Karamu

[richard morris]

Karamu Performing Arts Theatre is holding Auditions
for the production of

The Color Purple
Music and Lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis and Steven Bray
Book by Marsha Norman
PERFORMANCE DATES: May 23 - June 15, 2014

Directed by Terrence Spivey
Musical Director: Sharolyn Ferebee

AUDITION DATES

Wednesday March 26, 2014 6:30pm - 9:30pm Actors/Singers/Dancers

AUDITION PREPARATION
Karamu is seeking African American actors/singers/dancers, Teen and Adult roles available. Actors/Singers must prepare 2 songs, R&B style, one uptempo and one ballad. Singers must also be prepared to sing acappella. An
accompanist will be provided. All Actors/Singers will be asked to do a cold reading from the script. Please come prepared for light movement. Those that are auditioning for Dance must come dressed and prepared for movement. All who are auditioning must bring a Head shot and Resume’.

LOCATION 2355 east 89th Street, Cleveland Ohio

ABOUT THE PLAY
From the classic Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker, and the moving fi lm by
Steven Spielberg, comes this multi-Tony Award-winning, soul-stirring new musical.Th e Color Purple is an inspiring family saga that tells the unforgettable story of a woman who through love finds the strength to triumph over adversity and discover her unique voice in the world. Set to a joyous score featuring jazz, ragtime, gospel, and blues, Th e Color Purple is a story of hope, a testament to the healing power of love, and a celebration of life.

CAST OF CHARACTERS

CELIE: (African American 20s – Early 30s)
Female, insecure yet spirited, appears meek and timid  but has a tough interior, has been told she is ugly and thinks so, has a sense of humor, treated poorly for many years, she finds love and confidence to become an independent thinker, strong, passionate, singing voice, lead role.
 
MISTER: (African American 30s – 40s)
Male, real name is Albert, an outwardly attractive, dominant male presence, disrespectful, demanding  and abusive of people in his life, marries Celie, out of necessity and mistreats her, true feelings are  for Shug, realizes his errors and tries to make amends, strong vocalist with power. 

OL' MISTER:
Male, Mister's stubborn father, outwardly demeaning, disrespectful, and constantly puts down his son. He has never approved of Shug Avery or his son's relationship with her.
 
SHUG: (African American 30s – 40s)
Female, a well known  singer, very charismatic, a sexy, confident and powerful female presence, irresistible to all , loved by and comforting to both Celie and Mister. Call-back sides: 
 
SOFIA: (African American 30s)
Female, powerful, humorous, independent warrior woman, physically larger with a presence to match, comfortable  and confident in her own skin, uses her sexuality, married to Harpo, will not accept mistreatment.
 
HARPO: (African American 20s)
Male, Mister’s vulnerable, good-natured son, marries Sofia, torn between what he learned from his father and what he is learning from Sofia, learns to treat women well and becomes successful with his business.
 
NETTIE: (African American 20s)
Female, an adventuresome, spunky and educated young woman, has a strong, unbreakable bond with her older sister, Celie, separated from Celie by Mister, she finds a new life  and calling in Africa.
 
SQUEAK: (African American 20s)
Female, Harpo’s girl after Sofia leaves and until she returns, spunky, fun and sassy, opinionated and not easily intimidated, soprano capability.
 
CHURCH LADIES (DARLENE, DORIS, JARENE): (African American 20s – 50s)
Big, strong personalities and presences, character women who are the busybodies of the town, they see everything and comment on everything, all different types and ages, singers with comedic flair;
 
ENSEMBLE SINGER/DANCERS/ACTORS: (African American 20s – 50s)
Males and females, all physical and vocal types, actors, dancers, and strong personalities to play many multiple ensemble roles.
 
CHILD SINGERS:
3 African American males 9-12 years old and 3 African American females 9-12 years old.

REHEARSALS
Consists of a 8 week rehearsal schedule, 3-6 time per week. Th e cast will receive
a Rehearsal schedule by the first cast meeting or first rehearsal.

If you have any Questions feel free to contact Richard H. Morris at
216.795.7070 ext.236.
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