[NEohioPAL] Find your inner child on stage this summer

[Brian Bowers via NEohioPAL]

Find your inner child on stage this summer by auditioning for *Big, the
Musical* at TrueNorth Cultural Arts. Remember how much fun it was to dance,
sing, and play on stage when you were a kid? You can experience all of that
fun and more by performing in this summer blockbuster musical. Based on the
classic 1987 motion picture that starred a young Tom Hanks. When frustrated
adolescent Josh Baskin wishes he were 'big' and wakes up the next morning a
30-year-old man, he discovers there’s much more to being an adult than he’s
bargained for and learns we must all grow up at our own pace, in our own
time. *Big *was the winner of numerous awards including four Tony Awards
and ten Drama Desk Awards. Director Russ Stich is looking for kids and
"kids at heart" to round out the cast.


*Big, the Musical*
Book by John Weidman
Music by David Shire
Lyrics by Richard Maltby, Jr.
Based on the Twentieth Century Fox film 'Big,' written by Gary Ross and
Anne Spielberg

Directed by Russ Stich

Production dates: July 11 - 27
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 3:00pm


*Audition information*

Please book an individual audition slot by calling Rick Fortney at (440)
949-5200 Ext. 229

*Requirements*

Bring a headshot & resume if available. There are many dancing roles so be
sure to highlight previous dance and/or tumbling experience

Prepare a contemporary musical theatre song and bring sheet music in your
key (accompanist provided--no acapella auditions)

Also prepare a short comedic monologue and be prepared to read from the
script (provided at auditions)

*Rehearsals*

Rehearsals will begin immediately. Rehearsals are typically held at
TrueNorth in the evenings Monday through Thursdays with
additional rehearsals on Saturday and Sunday. Not all actors are called for
all rehearsals. However during tech week (Sunday July 6th all day and
leading up to
opening night) all actors will be called for every rehearsal.

It is extremely important to bring to the auditions a list of ALL conflicts
between now and through the opening of the show, including any vacations or
other commitments.

*Roles*

All roles are open. There is a large ensemble with roles available for ages
10 through adult age, males and females of any ethnicity.

*Character Breakdown*
BILLY KOPECKI Josh's best and most supportive friend. He is optimistic,
inventive, and encouraging.
Male, 11-13 yrs old
Range: F#3 - F5

ENSEMBLE ADULTS; CHILDREN; SALES PEOPLE; JUNIOR EXECUTIVES

GEORGE MACMILLAN The owner of the MacMillan Toy Company who is fighting to
save his company. Distinguished, playful, and a bit spry.
Male, 60-70 yrs old
Range: C3 - G4

JOSH BASKIN The story's protagonist. He has the mind, spirit, and innocence
of a 13 year-old trapped in the body of a 30 year-old.
Male, 25-35 yrs old
Range: Bb2 - B4

MRS. BASKIN Josh's frustrated, protective, and loving mother who is
struggling with parenting a pre-teen.
Female, 35-45 yrs old
Range: G3 - F#5

PAUL SEYMOUR The Vice President for Product Development at MacMillan Toy
Company vying for Susan's affection. Handsome, aggressive, self-absorbed.
Male, 30-40 yrs old
Range: Ab3 - Eb4

SUSAN LAWRENCE The attractive, business-oriented Vice President of
Marketing at MacMillan Toy Company. Possesses a secret giddy, school-girl
innocence about her. She eventually falls for Josh.
Female, 30-40 yrs old
Range: G3 - F5

YOUNG JOSH BASKIN Obscure, seventh grade pre-teen who is frustrated by his
parents and his age.
Male, 11-13 yrs old
Range: F3 - G5 -

TrueNorth is located in the French Creek Nature & Arts Center, 4530
Colorado Ave, Sheffield Village 44054, just 10 minutes West of Crocker Park
and 25 minutes from downtown.

For more information call (440) 949-5200 Ext. 221 or visit www.TNCArts.org.
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