Directed by Kristin Netzband
If Interested: Email Patrick@blankcanvastheatre.com to sign up for one of the below dates and include your ideal date and time for auditioning. Otherwise we will just assign you the best available slot. We will do our best to accommodate you.
*If you can not make auditions please email us your headshot and resume for consideration. If possible submit a video audition for consideration.Also, if only submitting a video, let us know which show you are interested in. We do our best to see and consider additional people, but attending auditions is always ideal.
Audition Date: Monday February 10th and Tuesday February 11th
Time: 7:00pm-10:00pm (Time slots will be assigned every 5 minutes)
What to Prepare: Please prepare two contrasting 32 bars or short musical theatre songs in the style of one of the show. Please bring sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring a headshot and resume to auditions. Headshots and resumes are appreciated, but not required.
Performance Dates: March 27 - April 11. Shows will be Thursday-Sunday. Thursday, Friday & Saturday at 8pm. Sunday performances will be at 7pm. (Show will open on a Friday night and close on a Saturday night)
Rehearsals: Begin February 24th. Rehearsals will be Sundays-Thursdays. Typically 7pm-10pm, though Sundays are usually 6pm-10pm.
Pay: Blank Canvas Theatre dedicates 20% of the net profit to the cast of each show. The cast splits this evenly.
*At this time there are no AEA Contracts for this show. However we may explore the option if needed.
Location:
Blank Canvas Theatre
1305 West 78th Street, Suite 211 (at 78th Street Studios)
Cleveland, OH 44102
The Story
While spying on their wives at a "Girls' Night Out," a group of unemployed steelworkers from Buffalo sees how much they enjoy watching male strippers. Jealous, out of work and feeling emasculated, the men come up with a bold and unclothed way to make some quick cash. In preparing, they find themselves extremely exposed; not merely physically but emotionally. As they conquer their fears, self-consciousness and prejudices, the men come to discover that they're stronger as a group, and the strength that they find in each other gives them the individual courage to "let it go." Based on the cult hit film of the same name, The Full Monty, a ten-time Tony Award nominee, is filled with honest affection, engaging melodies and the most highly anticipated closing number of any show.
Character Breakdown
* The age range for each character is flexible and ALL ethnicities and body types will be considered.
The below character tracks may be changed or altered based on those that audition.
** Monty Men: If you are auditioning for any one of these 6 roles, or Keno, you need to be very comfortable with your body; enough to perform on stage in your underwear and eventually a g-string. You must be prepared to do so and must agree to such to be considered for those roles: Roles that include this requirement indicated by (**). Trust is a key word for our production – you will be taken care of respectfully and our final moment (The Full Monty), will be powerful.
** Jerry Lukowski : (Male 30-45, Tenor) An unemployed mill worker. Jerry is a complex emotional character with serious heart and charisma, and genuine tenderness for his son – a regular guy.
Nathan Lukowski: (Male 10-14) Jerry's young son. Age 12. “12 years old going on forty” but young-looking for his age. Nathan can be stoic, sincere, and charming, but ultimately real as he deals with his parents' custody battle. (PARENTS: should also be aware that “The Full Monty” also contains brief nudity (by the adult actors), and language that is sexual in nature.)
Pam Lukowski: (Female 30-45, Mezzo-Soprano) Jerry's estranged wife, Teddy's fiancée. In some ways Pam has become a realist. She earnestly wants Jerry to be an active parent for Nathan, but wrestles with strong reservations about his character and her own lingering feelings for him.
** Dave Bukatinsky: (Male 30-45, Tenor) An unemployed steel worker. He struggles with unemployment and its effect on his marriage. A lovable, good-natured soul, with body weight and self-esteem issues. Must be comfortable enough with your belly to proudly wield it in all its glory.
Georgie Bukatinsky: (Female 30-45 Mezzo-Soprano) Dave's wife. A warm, down-to-earth soul that isn't afraid to kick up her heels. Her exuberance opens the show and sets the place and mood perfectly! Her reality comes in dealing with her hubby's struggles and trying to hold her marriage together.
** Malcolm MacGregor: (Male 25-35, Tenor) An unemployed mill worker. His frank self-assessment neglects to mention his sweetness and sincerity. Malcolm transforms from desperately lonely to deeply loving.
** Ethan Girard: (Male 25-35, Baritone) An unemployed steel worker. Ethan remains an optimist while struggling with unemployment and friendship. He energetically attempts wall- walking a la Donald O'Connor's 'Singing In The Rain' acrobatics. He loves simply, and openly. Good physical comedic role.
** Noah “Horse” T. Simmons: (Male 45-80, Baritone) A retired African American mill worker. Gentle demeanor. Seemingly, his “break-dancing” days are over until he breaks out. Excellent mover with great dead-pan comedy.
** Harold Nichols: (Male 35-60, Baritone) An unemployed mill supervisor. 35-60. He is a doting, prideful husband who is determined to keep his wife be-decked in upper middle class luxury – in spite of 6 months of unemployment. Aloof at first, his dance skills are what finally, and arduously, brings “Hot Metal” alive.
Vicki Nichols: (Female, 30-60, Mezzo-Soprano) Harold's wife. Charming and energetic, she loves Prada ensembles. But, not more than she loves her husband. Flamboyant on the surface, her love and understanding are real. Classy, but easily one of the girls. Comedic triple-threat.
Jeannette Burmeister: (Female 50-90, Alto) The piano player. She's seen it all and been there and done that. She’s got show-biz running through her blood. You can't shock her, but she'll shock you as she says what's really on her mind! Shows up with a piano to play for the guys totally out of the blue. (does NOT need to actually play piano)
Teddy Slaughter: (Male 35-55, Baritone) Pam's fiancé. The opposite of Jerry – clean-cut, well-off. Will double in other roles.
** Buddy 'Keno' Walsh: (Male 20-40, Baritone) Handsome and experienced gay male stripper. 21-32. With his ambitions he won’t be a Chippendale-esque performer forever. Will double in other roles.
OTHER ROLES: Female
Estelle Genovese (Jerry's younger sexy girlfriend), Susan Hershey, Joanie Lish, Dolores (doubles as Molly, Malcolm's aged ailing mother).
May double in other roles. Various age, vocal ranges, and types.
OTHER ROLES: Male
Reg Willoughby (union leader), Tony Giordano (club owner), Marty, Gary.
May double in other roles. Various age, vocal ranges, and types.