[NEohioPAL] New Audition Information - Joseph at OTHT

[Marc C. Howard]

*OLDE TOWNE HALL THEATRE *

*ANNOUNCES AUDITIONS FOR ITS PRODUCTION OF:*



*Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat*



*Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat* is
a sung-through musical with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim
Rice, based on the character of Joseph from the Bible's Book of Genesi



Directed and Choreographed by *MARC C. HOWARD*

Music Direction by *D. Keith Stiver*

Produced by *Victor DiAngelo*

Stage Managed by *TBD*



*AUDITIONS:*

Sun Feb 16, 2025 - 6:00 to 8:00 pm

Tues Feb 18, 2025 - 7:00 to 8:00 pm



To sign up for an audition slot, please click the link below.

Joseph Info And Sign Up
<https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080549AFAC2CAAF58-54402267-joseph#/>



*CALLBACKS:*

Thurs Feb 20, 2025 - 7:00 - 9:30 pm

*REHEARSALS*:

Rehearsals will begin Mar 2, 2025

*PERFORMANCE DATES*:

   - April 25, 26. 27, 2025
   - May 2. 3, 4, 2025
   - May 9, 10, 2025



*If you have any questions, please email the director, at *
marc.c.howard at gmail.com


*IN NEED OF MEN!*

CHARACTER INFORMATION (note: ages listed are suggested character ages)

NARRATOR: Female, 25-45 Soprano/Mezzo with extended mix/belt range, Low F#
to High G. (high best to E full range Mezzo) A woman, not of the time or
place of the action. The audience’s guides through the story. The narrators
tell Joseph’s story with word and song. Can command the stage while
directing focus to story elements with great energy. An actor with a strong
rock singing voice who is strong on comedy and moves well.

JOSEPH: Male, 25-35 High Tenor, Low A to High G. Eleventh and favorite son
of Jacob. Confident and charming. Joseph begins as a cocky teenager who,
through dealing with life’s adversities, becomes a humble man and a true
leader. We are looking for a genuine and truthful approach to the
character. Ethnicity: All Ethnicities

PHARAOH: Male, 35-45 Tenor/Baritone, Low B to High G#. Egypt’s ruler,
considered a god on earth. Searching for the meaning behind his/her dreams.
Portrayed as a world-famous rock star. Full of energy and confidence. May
also be cast as a member of the greater ensemble. This featured role at the
start of Act 2 require a good actor/singer. Elvis Presley impersonator who
moves well. The character is in style a homage to Elvis; We are looking for
more of the 1970’s Elvis, a loose cannon, with idiosyncrasies, dangerous.

POTIPHAR: Male, 50-70 Baritone, Vocal Range D to B. Potiphar is a rich,
self-indulgent, and sophisticated Egyptian capitalist who buys Joseph as a
slave. Strong character actor with a powerful speaking voice. May also be
cast as a member of the greater ensemble. A Noel Coward type character. May
double as Jacob

MRS. POTIPHAR: Female, 25-35 Alto/Mezzo. Strong dancers that exudes
sexuality. Scheming, Indulgent, and confident in her pursuit of what she
wants, which at this time happens to be Joseph. May also be cast as a
member of the greater ensemble.

JACOB: Male, 50-75 yrs. old Baritone, Low A to C. Aged father of Joseph and
his eleven brothers. Strong character actor who can sing and move well.
Usually doubles as Potiphar.

BUTLER: Male 25-45 Tenor/Baritone. Pharaoh’s right hand. While in jail,
Joseph interprets Butler’s dreams to a positive outcome. Played by one of
the brothers.

BAKER: Male 25-45 Tenor/Baritone. Head of Pharaoh’s kitchen. While in jail,
Joseph interprets Baker’s dreams to a less-than-positive outcome. Played by
one of the brothers.

JOSEPH’S ELEVEN BROTHERS: Male or male identifying, Non-Specific, 20-30,
Various Ranges. Actors that are skilled at (playing instruments, skating,
gymnastics etc.) would be an added bonus. Eleven brothers with strong
singing voices, the ability to dance, and contrasting body types and
ethnicities. Requires featured solo brothers for the Baker and The Butler,
Country and Western style in "One More Angel in Heaven," Jacques
Brel/Maurice Chevalier style for "Canaan Days," and a strong dancer with
partnering ability (Adagio) in "The Apache."

   - Reuben: Eldest son of Jacob. the one who is quickest to lie to Jacob
   - Simeon: Second son of Jacob. the brother who is first able to openly
   admit that they created their own misery
   - Levi: Third son of Jacob.
   - Judah: Fourth son of Jacob. Sings Harry Belafonte style in "Benjamin
   Calypso"
   - Dan: Fifth son of Jacob.
   - Naphtali: Sixth son of Jacob.
   - Gad: Seventh son of Jacob.
   - Asher: Eighth son of Jacob.
   - Issachar: Ninth son of Jacob.
   - Zebulun: Tenth son of Jacob.
   - Benjamin: Twelfth son of Jacob. Joseph accuses him of stealing the
   golden cup.

WIVES: Female, Various Ranges – The 11 wives of Joseph’s 11 brothers.
Skilled dancers and singers. Will also double as general ensemble in some
scenes. There are eleven girls. Age range late teens to late 20’s. Must be
excellent all-round dancers with good singing voices. (plays instruments a
plus).

ENSEMBLE: Male and Female, Various Ranges – Actors, singers, and dances
serving as Ishmaelites, Egyptians, Canaanites, and other characters within
Joseph’s story.
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