Chagrin Valley Little Theatre announces Open Auditions for /"KINKY BOOTS"/ Book by Harvey Fierstein, Music and Lyrics by Cyndi Lauper This Tony-winning hit will lift your spirits to high-heeled heights! /Kinky Boots/ is the big-hearted musical extravaganza that won six Tonys including Best Musical, the Grammy for Best Musical Theatre album and London’s Olivier Award for Best Musical. Director — Greta Rothman Music Director — Andy Novak Choreographer — Jen Justice Producer – Tom Jones PERFORMANCES: Friday, July 21st – Saturday, August 12th, 2023 Fridays & Saturdays 7:30pm, Sundays July 30th & August 6th at 2:00 pm AUDITIONS: Mon Jan 23, 2023 from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Tue Jan 24, 2023 from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm CALLBACKS: Wed Jan 25, 2023 from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Audition slots are by appointment. <https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508094aa5ad2baafe3-cvlt1#/signupcontainer> Register to Audition here. <https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508094aa5ad2baafe3-cvlt1#/signupcontainer> Auditions and performances at Chagrin Valley Little Theatre 40 River Street Chagrin Falls OH 44122 www.CVLT.org <http://www.cvlt.org/> PLEASE BRING THE FOLLOWING TO AUDITION: * Your theater resume, if any – having a resume is not a requirement to audition! * A headshot or other photo for the production team’s reference. * Sheet music, 16 to 32 bars, in the style of the show in an appropriate key. An accompanist will be provided. * Dance will be asked for during callbacks. REHEARSALS to begin Sunday May 21st, 2023. Rehearsals Monday through Thursday 7:00-9:30 pm. Sundays are TBD but may be used for choreography rehearsals if needed. Tech Week: Sunday, July 16th- Thursday, July 20th, 2023 SYNOPSIS After trying to escape his father’s low-key, family ambitions for him, Charlie Price has suddenly inherited his father’s shoe factory, which is on the verge of bankruptcy. Charlie must now face the decision of whether to pursue a new life in London with his fiancée Nicola, or return to the town in which he grew up and save his father’s dreams. Ultimately, Charlie decides to try to live up to his father’s legacy and rescue his family business, and, in doing so, he finds unlikely inspiration in the form of Lola, a fabulous drag queen in need of some sturdy stiletto boots. Lola turns out to be the one person who can help Charlie become the man he’s meant to be. ROLES * All roles available. * COVID protocols: CVLT will follow the CDC guidelines and the guidelines of Cuyahoga County Health and Human Services. Changes may apply if needed. * Chagrin Valley Little Theatre is a 501c3 Non-Profit Organization. All actors cast are strictly volunteers. No AEA Contract(s) available. * Ages in the character descriptions are suggestions; actors of different ages than listed may be cast. * Please send any audition questions to the director at: gretaofoz@hotmail.com CHARACTERS: * Charlie Price o A bit confused, a bit unfocused, a hero hiding under a victim’s mantle. o Gender: Male o Age: 25 to 35 o Vocal range top: C3 – B4 * Young Charlie o Charlie as a seven year old boy. Lost, quiet, reflective. o Gender: Male o Age: 8-12 o Vocal range: G4 – D5 * Lola/Simon o A prize fighter’s physique draped in satin. A talented drag queen with a killer voice and winning ways. o Gender: Male, o Race: African American o Age: 30 to 35 o Vocal range: E3- B4 * Young Lola/Simon o Lola as a ten year old boy who already knows he’s destined to wear high heels. o Gender: Male o Age: 8-12 o Race: African American o Vocal range: G3 – D5 * Nicola o Charlie’s long-term girlfriend. Driven, uncompromising. o Gender: Female o Age: 20 to 30 o Vocal range: E3 – F#5 * Lauren o Independent, Quirky and strong working class girl. o Gender: Female o Age: 20 to 30 o Vocal range: Bb3 – F#5 * Don o Lola’s nemesis. Burly hypermasculine bear of a factory worker. o Gender: Male o Age: 20 to Late 50’s o Vocal range: A2 – F4, Sings up to D5 for the finale. * Pat o Officious office manager who will let loose her wild side when allowed. Lola’s love interest. o Gender: Female o Age: 20 to 40 o Vocal range: Bb3 – F#5 * Trish o Factory worker with a husband and kids to worry over. o Gender: Female o Age: 20 to 40 o Vocal range: Bb3 – D5 * George o Factory manager keeping up traditions. Reserved. o Gender: Male o Age: 30 to 50 o Vocal range: G#2 – D4 * The Angels o The drag performers who populate The Blue Angel Nightclub. o Gender: Male o Age: 20 to 30 o Vocal range: Tenor Back Up Singers up to C5, Featured Angel singers up to C#5 * Mr. Price o Charlie’s father. o Gender: Male o Age: 50 to 80 o Vocal range: G2 – F4 * Simon Sr. o Lola’s father. An unforgiving tower of anger. o Gender: Male o Age: 30 to 50 o Race: African American * Harry o A contemporary of Charlie’s but his opposite. Successful, self aware and confident. o Gender: Male o Age: 25 to 40 o Vocal range top: F#3 – F#4 * Richard Bailey o Nicola’s boss. An overtly attractive and successful man. o Gender: Male o Age: 30 to 50 * Ensemble o Gender: Any o Age Range: 20+ o Hooligans, Factory Workers, Pub Patrons, Photographers, Club Patrons