[NEohioPAL] 2nd round of auditions for LEAP OF FAITH at Karamu House
richard morris via NEohioPAL
neohiopal at lists.neohiopal.org
Wed Sep 24 13:23:15 PDT 2014
Karamu Performing Arts Theatre is holding a 2nd round of Auditions for the production of
Leap of Faith
Music by Alan Menken / Lyrics by Glenn Slater
Book by Janus Cercone and Warren Leight
Based on the Motion Picture “Leap of Faith”, produced by Paramount Pictures, and
written by Janus Cercone
Directed by: Richard Morris Jr.
Musical Director: Ed Ridley / Choreographer: Sabrina Gregory
AUDITION DATE
Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2014 7:00pm - 9:00 pm Actors/Singers
AUDITION PREPARATION
Karamu is seeking African American and Caucasian actors/singers/dancers,Actors/Singers
must prepare 2 songs, one Spiritual, and oneContemporary uptempo. Singers must also be pre-pared to sing acappella if asked. An accompanist will be provided. All
Actors/Singers will be asked to do a cold reading from the script.
LOCATION 2355 east 89th Street, Cleveland Ohio
ABOUT THE PLAY
Tony nominated LEAP OF FAITH, is based on the film of the same name starring Steve
Martin & Debra Winger. With a roof-raising score by 8-time Oscar-winner Alan Menk-
en (Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, Disney’s THE
LITTLE MERMAID), lyrics by Grammy-winner Glenn Slater (Disney’s TANGLED), and
a book by Janus Cercone & Tony-winner Warren Leight(SIDE MAN).
The “Reverend” Jonas Nightingale, an electrifying performer and con artist, is travelling with his ministry when his bus breaks down in a small Kansas town. The part-time rev- erend and full-time crook pitches a tent and invites the locals to a revival. The sheriff is determined to stop Jonas from separating the townspeople from their money, and Jonas’ real challenge arises when he meets the sheriff and her son, whose love forces an ultimate cynic to take a real leap of faith.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR THE FOLLOWING SINGING CHARACTERS:
JAKE MCGOWAN Marla McGowan’s wheelchair bound son. He is a beacon of hope for all that cross his path because of his radiant innocence and immeasurable capacity for belief. He is also a bit of a magician.
Caucassian or African American Male, 10-17 yrs old
JONAS NIGHTINGALE Charismatic, rock star, preacher, and alleged healer. Complex, wired, and scheming, he is a drinker with a tumultuous past. Jonas is the brains behind and leader of the Angels of Mercy.
Caucassian or African American Male, 30-40 yrs old
MARLA MCGOWAN Sheriff of Sweet water and Town Alderperson. Though an emotionally damaged wid ow, she is a loving mother. Marla is perceptive and attractive, but has more important business to which to attend than her appearance. Caucassian or African American Female, 30-40 yrs old.
ALL OTHER CHARACTERS HAVE BEEN CAST
THERE IS A STIPEND FOR THIS PRODUCTION
REHEARSALS
Consists of a 8 week rehearsal schedule, 3-6 time per week. The cast will re-
ceive a Rehearsal schedule by the first cast meeting or first rehearsal.
If you have any Questions contact Richard H. Morris at
216.795.7070 ext.236.
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