[NEohioPAL] GHOST, The New Musical Auditions at Mercury Theatre Company

Sun Feb 1 08:44:38 PST 2015

Mercury Theatre Company

Announces 2015 Season Auditions

DATES/TIME:

Friday, February 27          6:00                   (My Mercury Only)
Saturday, February 28     1:00-4:00           (Equity and Non-Equity by Appointment Only)
Sunday, March 1              12:00-3:00         (Equity and Non-Equity by Appointment Only)

                                         Callbacks by appointment after 3:00  

LOCATION:     Notre Dame College 1851 South Green Road South Euclid, OH 44121

Auditions will be held in the PAC, basement of Admin. Building.

NOTE: Main entrance is at 1851 South Green Road (the old Regina High School driveway). The current listed college address is: 4545 College Drive. Regina High School is now part of Notre Dame College. The theatre is located inside the old Regina High School building (now called Regina Hall) – to your left as you enter the driveway. All performances will be held in Regina Hall.

APPOINTMENTS: 
Audition appointments will be accepted starting Monday, January 26 at 9:00 am. If you are unable to attend the audition dates scheduled, recorded auditions are accepted by February 27, 2015. Video links may be emailed to mercurysummerstock at gmail.com.

Call: 216.771.5862 For further information, or with questions.

AUDITION PREPARATION: Please prepare two short (16-bar) musical selections of contrasting styles in your key; bring sheet music in the correct key; an accompanist will be provided. You may be asked to sing only one selection as time permits. Headshots and resumes will be accepted at the audition.

COMPENSATION: All non-AEA actors in Ghost and Mary Poppins appear in Mercury Theatre Company productions on a volunteer basis. College credit is available where applicable.

CASTING REQUIREMENTS:  Equity/Non-Equity only. Please email mercurysummerstock at gmail.com if interested for details Mercury Theatre Company is committed to non-traditional casting. Actors will be cast solely on the basis of talent, except in cases where age, race or physical ability are essential to a role. Ages listed in breakdowns are "character ages" not actor ages. Actors selected for casting may be cast in more than one production for the season.

FOR DESIGN AND TECHNICAL EMPLOYMENT:  Please email mercurysummerstock at gmail.com.

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GHOST

Book: Bruce Joel Rubin

Lyrics: Bruce Joel Rubin, Dave Stewart, Glen Ballard

Music: Dave Stewart, Glen Ballard

Relive the iconic and magical moments from the Oscar-winning movie "Ghost" in a brand-new Broadway musical. GHOST THE MUSICAL breathes glorious new life into a timeless love story. The musical features an original pop score from multiple Grammy Award-winners Dave Stewart, one half of the 80s pop duo the Eurythmics, and Glen Ballard, co-writer with Alanis Morissette on the multi-platinum album Jagged Little Pill, among many other notable credits and collaborations. The musical’s tale of everlasting love is thrilling entertainment for audiences of all ages. 

Adapted from the hit film by its Academy Award-winning screenwriter Bruce Joel Rubin, GHOST THE MUSICAL follows Sam and Molly, a young couple whose connection takes a shocking turn after Sam's untimely death. Trapped between two worlds, Sam refuses to leave Molly when he learns she is in grave danger. Desperate to communicate with her, he turns to a storefront psychic who helps him protect Molly and avenge his death. 

Rehearsals begin May 25. All rehearsals are Monday through Friday 6:30-10:30 and Saturdays 11:00-4:00. Sundays are Days Off.

Performances are June 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 27

All roles are open. Oda Mae Brown is cast.

SEEKING:

Sam Wheat: to play mid-20s to early 30s, tall and handsome, excellent pop/rock tenor, master of his own universe with regard to business and commerce, has difficulty with the emotional, soulful side of love, his greatest obstacle is his fear of commitment, fearing that when he gets good things in life he will lose them. When killed by a mugger, he is caught between worlds. Finding that Molly is in danger, he seeks to somehow protect her. Ultimately he is able to save Molly and finally express his love to her before his transfiguration into a higher realm. Guitar a plus.

Molly Jensen: to play late 20s, excellent singer, mezzo with high belt, an artist and woman of the world, an optimist, self-made and independent, always lives in the moment. Life is good enough as it is. In her relationship with Sam, she understands that a declaration of love requires vulnerability and surrender, but that is too great for him. Shattered when Sam dies and struggles with being asked to believe in something larger - much bigger than here and now.

Carl Bruner: to play early 30s, high baritone/baritone, Sam’s best friend, desperately wants everything Sam has – including Molly. Has great passion for the things of life, and this passion has led him into deep water. Not necessarily a bad guy at heart, just stuck in the material. After Sam is killed he really loses his grip and slides over to the dark side.

Willie Lopez: to play early 30s, a tough thug, hired to mug Sam and ends up killing him. Dancer.

Louise Brown/Clara Brown: to play 30+, must have strong comic chops, vivid characters and have big soulful voices. Oda Mae’s sisters and cohorts in her scam of speaking to the dearly departed. May cover Oda Mae.

Subway Ghost: to play 20s, vocal and physical dexterity essential, nimble physicality very useful, ability to do any acro tricks an advantage. Mark submissions accordingly with any specialized physical skill.

Ensemble: Seeking 6 females and 6 males to play all ages, strong dancers who sing, seeking an Ethnic mix to play the wide variety of the residents and characters of New York City. Pas de Deux and commercial style an advantage. May cover principal roles.
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