Cassidy Theatre Presents

Auditions for 'Footloose'

Directed by Mike Larochelle

Music Directed by Brenton Chochran

Choreography by Brenda Larochelle

When/Where:

August 6th and 8th, 7:00 p.m.

Callbacks (by invitation) August 12th, 7:00 p.m.

Production runs October 11th - 27th

Audition Info:

Auditions will consist of a group dance audition, followed by individual vocal auditions. We ask that you prepare a song which showcases your vocal range (under 90 sec. / bring sheet music / an accompanist will be provided). Songs from the show are acceptable but not required. Please dress for movement, and bring your calendar with any and all conflicts from auditions through October. Readings from the script will be held at callbacks.

Cast of Characters (ALL ROLES AVAILABLE):

Ren McCormack (Tenor, Heavy Dance, 16 - 18)

Ren is seen as a young rebel always getting into trouble, but at heart he is an energetic young man who is dealing with the pain of his father's absence. He displays this pain through his quirky sarcasm and by dancing.

Ethel McCormack (35 - 45)

Ren's mother. She is a strong willed, outspoken single parent who would do anything for her son.

(Singing is more traditional musical theater than other characters).

Reverend Shaw Moore (Baritone, 35-45)

Reverend Moore is the most powerful figure in Beaumont. He is a stern, strict, solemn man with a booming voice who runs the town with an iron fist. However he also has a tender side and is struggling with the loss of his son. (Singing is more traditional musical theater than other characters).

Vi Moore (Mezzo-Soprano, 35-45)

The strong-willed preacher's wife who holds the moral fiber of Beaumont in her upright stance. She feels she is losing her husband and daughter and doesn't know what to do. She ultimately is responsible for holding her family together after its terrible loss.

Ariel Moore (Belt, Dance, 16 - 18)

She is the preacher's daughter. At first glimpse it would appear that she is the perfect girl; beautiful, perky, energetic. But look closer and she is her father's worst nightmare. She is energetic, strong willed, sharp tongued, and aware of her sensuality.

Rusty (Comedic, Dance, 16 - 18)

Ariel's friend. A bit of a ditz but knows everything about everybody.

Urleen (Belt, Comedic, Dance, 16 - 18)

Ariel's friend. The smart one of the group.

Wendy Jo (Belt, Comedic, Dance, 16 - 18)

Ariel's friend. Doesn't say much but sure knows a lot about Beaumont and the town rules.

Chuck Cranston (Rock Tenor, Dance, 16 - 20) *

A motorcycle riding, foul mouthed, leather wearing, trailer park product who takes one look at Ren and realizesthat there's only room for one bad boy in this town. He is dating the one girl that Ren obviously has a crush on, Ariel.

Willard Hewitt (Tenor, Comedic, Dance, 16 - 18)

A simple country bumpkin with a warm heart and a big crush. He quickly befriends Ren and shows him the rules of living in Beaumont.

Jeter - Ren's friend*

Bickle - Ren's friend*

Garvin - Ren's friend*

Lyle - Chuck's buddy*

Travis - Chuck's buddy*

* May also double in Ensemble

ENSEMBLE ROLES (No Solos) :

Lulu Warnicker - Ren's aunt

Wes Warnicker - her husband

Coach Roger Dunbar - the high school gym teacher

Eleanor Dunbar - his wife

A Cop

Betty Blast - the owner of The Burger Blast

Principal Harry Clark

High School Students (ages 15 to 23 – could pass as teens, with STRONG dance ability)

Townspeople (ages10 to 70+, including 6-8 kids)

If you have any questions regarding the auditions or the show, please feel free to contact the director Mike Larochelle at mnbla@aol.com, or by TEXT at 440-570-6367. We look forward to seeing you at auditions!