Conceived
and originally directed by John Michael Tebelak (from Berea, Ohio and a
Clague Playhouse Alum), with music and new lyrics by Stephen Schwartz, Godspell is
one of the biggest off-Broadway and Broadway successes of all time.
Based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew, and featuring a sparkling
score by Schwartz, Godspell boasts a string of well-loved
songs, led by the international hit, “Day By Day.” As the cast performs
“Prepare Ye The Way Of The Lord,” “Learn Your Lessons Well,” “All For
The Best,” “All Good Gifts,” “Turn Back, O Man” and “By My Side,” the
parables of Jesus come humanly and hearteningly to life. Drawing from
various theatrical traditions, such as clowning, pantomime, charades,
acrobatics and vaudeville, Godspell is a groundbreaking and unique theatrical experience, with a message of kindness, tolerance and love.
The 2018 Clague Playhouse production of Godspell will use the 2012 Revised Version of the script and score.
Seeking diverse ensemble of 5 women and 5 men, ages 15 to 50. Flexible
casting and all roles featured. Ideal cast members will be energetic
performers who sing, dance and act, and can enthusiastically embrace the
child-like joy of the script and stories. Hope to find several
performers who also play a musical instrument (especially acoustic
guitar, percussion, piano, recorder and ukelele). All types and
ethnicities are encouraged to audition. Each actor will bring his or her
own personality traits to the production. All roles open. Please bring
a prepared song (preferably in the style of the show) and dress for
movement. The auditions will consist of solo vocals followed by a group
dance audition. Readings will be held at callbacks, time and date to be determined.
Godspell – 2012 Revised Version
is presented through special arrangement with Musical Theatre International (MTI).
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
www.MTIShows.com