<html><body><span style="font-family:Verdana; color:#000000; font-size:10pt;"><div style="font-family: verdana, geneva;"><div style="text-align: center;"><b><font size="4">Blank Canvas Theatre </font></b></div></div><div style="font-family: verdana, geneva; text-align: center;">Auditions for </div><div style="text-align: center;"><span mce_style="font-size: 18pt;" style="font-size: 18pt;"><span mce_style="font-size: 36pt;" style="font-size: 36pt;">HAIR</span></span></div><div style="font-family: verdana, geneva; text-align: center;">Written By Gerome Ragni & James Rado</div><div style="font-family: verdana, geneva; text-align: center;">Music By Galt MacDermot</div><div style="font-family: verdana, geneva; text-align: center;"><br></div><div style="font-family: verdana, geneva; text-align: center;"><div><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;">Directed by Patrick Ciamacco</span></div><div><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;">Music Direction by Brad Wyner</span></div><div><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;">Assistant Music Director: Lawrence Wallace</span></div><div> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><strong>Sign Up:</strong> Email <a href="mailto:Patrick@blankcanvastheatre.com" mce_onclick="if(window.location==top.location){Popup.composeWindow('pcompose.php?sendto=Patrick%40blankcanvastheatre.com');}else{top.Popup.composeWindow('pcompose.php?sendto=Patrick%40blankcanvastheatre.com');}; return false;" target="_blank">Patrick@blankcanvastheatre.com</a> to sign up for one of the below dates and a specific time slot. if you need a specific time include it in your email and we'll do our best to accommodate.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><br></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><strong>Audition Dates:</strong> Wednesday June 18th & Thursday June 19th (Callbacks will most likely be Saturday June 21st) </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><br></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><strong>Time:</strong> 7:00pm- 10:00pm </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;">(Time slots will be assigned based on first request. Audition times will be every 10 minutes)</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><br></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><strong>What to prepare:</strong> Prepare two contrasting 32 bars or short song selections in the style of the show. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring sheet music in the correct key. Headshots and resumes are appreciated, but not required.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><br></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><strong>Performance Dates:</strong> August 29th - September 13th. Shows will be Friday-Sunday. Friday & Saturday at 8pm. Sunday performances will be at 7pm. (Show will close on a Saturday night)</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><br></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><strong>Rehearsals:</strong> Will begin July 21st and will be Sunday-Thursdays. Typically 7pm-10pm, though Sundays may be a longer day based on conflicts. This is a five to six week rehearsal period.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><br><strong>Pay:</strong> Blank Canvas Theatre dedicates 20% of the net profit to the cast of each show. The cast splits this evenly.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><br><strong>Audition Location:</strong> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;">Blank Canvas Theatre </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;">1305 78<sup>th</sup> Street, Suite 211 (at 78th Street Studios) </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;">Cleveland, OH 44102 </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;">(Click <a href="http://blankcanvastheatre/directions" mce_href="http://blankcanvastheatre/directions" target="_blank">here</a> for directions or visit our website at <a href="http://www.blankcanvastheatre.com/" mce_href="http://www.blankcanvastheatre.com/" target="_blank">www.blankcanvastheatre.com</a>)</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"> </span></div><h2 style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;">The Story</span></h2><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;">HAIR is at once both a joyous celebration of youth and a poignant journey through a tumultuous 1960s America! This exuberant musical about a group of teenagers searching for truth, peace and love in a Vietnam War era America has struck a resonant chord with audiences of all ages. HAIR features an extraordinary and multi-cultural cast singing a long list of chart topping hit songs, including “Aquarius,” “Let the Sun Shine In,” "Good Morning, Starshine" and “Easy To Be Hard.” The themes and struggles in HAIR, although from another era, seem vital and relevant to the times we live in today in more ways than you realize until you experience the show first hand.</span></div><h2 style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;">Character Breakdown </span></h2><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;">* The age range for each character is flexible. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;">*Nudity is <em>not </em>required by the actors. We may explore this option with those that are cast who are comfortable with doing so. If we explore this option it will only be done if it adds to the piece and is done artistically.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><br></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><strong>Claude:</strong> <em>(Rock Baritone/Tenor)</em> The most beautiful beast in the forest. Smart, attractive male, with a playful side; a lover of life and the picture of a young man next door of the 60's. Strong actor. Berger's best friend, recently drafted whose only valuable possession, other than his freedom, is his hair. A charismatic leader that women adore, boys emulate and men will follow into the breach. A man of conscience who struggles with the conflict of what his heart tells him is right and what the authorities around him lead him to believe. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><br></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><strong>George Berger:</strong> <em>(Tenor) </em>A social activist recently banished from high school. An unrestrained animal. He knows what is right and sticks to it no matter the consequence. The leader of the tribe. High energy, athletic, wild. Strong presence and, though he may be a young man, he is looked up to. Must be willing to appear nude. Rock Baritone/Tenor.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><strong>Sheila:</strong> <em>(Rock Alto/Belter) </em>A second semester student and passionate protester from NYU who lives with Berger and Claude, aspires to spread love, loves Berger but having Claude's baby. The most intelligent of the tribe. Wants to change society through peaceful protest. Not necessarily perfect on the outside, but must have a strong voice and presence. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><br></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><strong>Jeanie:</strong> <em>(Alto) </em>A follower, not a leader. Incredibly sweet, understands Claude better than anyone. Wise, passionate, creative woman, who is pregnant with the tribe's baby. She has taken every drug, and takes care of the tribe. Strong actress to play comedic and dramatic scenes. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><br></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><strong>Crissy:</strong> <em>(Mezzo)</em> a flower child mourning a lost love - The youngest female of the tribe. Sings "Frank Mills". </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><br></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><strong>Dionne:</strong> <em>(Alto/Mezzo Belt, <em>African-American</em>)</em> Sassy and lots of fun. Great with comedy and ad-lib vocals. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><br></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><strong>Hud:</strong><em>(Soul/Rock Baritone/Tenor, African-American) </em>Speaks his mind and hopes you can keep up with him. High energy, spiritual performer with a strong voice and presence. A true tone setter that is a natural on stage in any situation. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><br></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><strong>Woof:</strong> <em>(Rock Baritone/Tenor)</em> May not want to admit it but he is gay. A young animal. High energy, versatile performer. Must be a natural with comedy. Looks up to Berger and Mick Jagger... in many ways. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><br></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"><strong>TRIBE:</strong> This is not a "chorus", as the entire cast is a true ensemble. Tribe members sing many featured songs including "Aquarius", "Black Boys", "White Boys", "Walking in Space", "Electric Blues", "Hippie Life", etc., and play many roles in the show including the PRINCIPALS, MOTHER/FATHER, historical figures, and more. Energetic, creative performers with heart and passion.</span></div><div><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;"> </span></div><div style=""><span mce_style="font-size: 150%;" style=""> If you have any questions feel free to contact us at <a href="mailto:patrick@blankcanvastheatre.com" mce_onclick="if(window.location==top.location){Popup.composeWindow('pcompose.php?sendto=patrick%40blankcanvastheatre.com');}else{top.Popup.composeWindow('pcompose.php?sendto=patrick%40blankcanvastheatre.com');}; return false;" target="_blank">patrick@blankcanvastheatre.com</a>. We look forward to seeing you at auditions!</span></div></div> </span></body></html>