auditions/musical theater, adult cast ages 18+
FULL BROADWAY VERSION - ADULT CAST!
Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella is the new Broadway adaptation of the classic musical. This contemporary take on the classic tale features Rodgers & Hammerstein's most beloved songs, including “In My Own Little Corner,” “Impossible/It's Possible” and “Ten Minutes Ago,” alongside an up-to-date, hilarious and romantic libretto by Tony Award nominee Douglas Carter Beane.
SHOW DATES (4 SHOWS)
NOVEMBER 11, 2023 AT 2:30 PM
NOVEMBER 12, 2023 AT 2:30 PM
NOVEMBER 18, 2023 AT 2:30 PM
NOVEMBER 19, 2023 AT 2:30 PM
REHEARSAL SCHEDULE
TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, & THURSDAYS - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
WEDNESDAYS - 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM (SPECIAL CALL VOCALS)
REHEARSALS WILL BEGIN SEPTEMBER 5, 2023, ONCE SHOW IS CAST.
CUE TO CUE TECH REHEARSAL IS SCHEDULED ON
NOVEMBER 5, 2023 FROM 1:30 PM - 6 PM
CALL SCHEDULE WILL BE PUBLISHED AT THE START OF REHEARSALS TO AVOID WASTED TIME OF PARTICIPANTS.
CAST LIST - PRINCIPALS (AGES 18+)
ELLA – Though no one notices her beneath her rags and quiet demeanor, she is op inionated, charismatic, passionate, beautiful, and funny. Idealistic and hopeful, she courageously challenges the prince to change the policies in his kingdom – and helps him discover who he truly is. Always her late father’s daughter, she is determined to see the good in everyone despite her hardships and suffering. We see her blossom into a confident woman.
TOPHER – A misguided and lost prince who longs to do something important with his life. Though brave and heroic, he feels lonely and unfulfilled. Charming but NOT a stereotypical ladies man, he is thoughtful, appealing, and innocent – with an unforced goofy streak. Moral, genuine, and kindhearted, he is at a crossroads and must take control of his kingdom and his future.
MADAME – Ella’s selfish stepmother. The epitome of vanity and fashion. A ravenous social climber who values wealth, status, and material possessions above all else. Unapologetically dismissive and sometimes cruel, Madame schemes her way up the social ladder.
SEBASTIAN – The kingdom’s Lord Chancellor. Though he is Topher’s trusted advisor, he is devious and selfish. Using propaganda and dishonesty, he keeps Topher isolated and in the dark about his kingdom. Sebastian rules without regard for the lower class, or anyone other than himself – and truly believes he deserves to rule the kingdom.
MARIE – A friend to Ella and the town’s resident crazy lady and beggar woman, Marie is actually a fairy godmother in disguise. Wise, warm, otherworldly, and charming, Marie rewards Ella for her kindness by making her dreams a possibility.
GABRIELLE – Ella’s stepsister and daughter of Madame. Encouraged by her mother and sister to value material wealth and social status, she unenthusiastically joins them in their abrasive behavior. Quietly passionate, empathetic, and witty, she is drawn to Ella and Jean-Michel. Ironically aware that she doesn’t fit in.
CHARLOTTE – Ella’s stepsister and daughter of Madame. Brash, self-centered, materialistic, snooty, loud, sassy, and bratty, she has a ridiculously high, but unfounded, opinion of herself. She never passes up an opportunity to be the center of attention.
JEAN-MICHEL – A feisty, passionate peasant determined to make a change for the starving class. Impetuous. A firebrand, but lacks authority and isn’t taken seriously as a revolutionary. Has a crush on Gabrielle, though their courtship is forbidden because they are from different social classes.
LORD PINKLETON – The Lord Chancellor’s right-hand man. Announces royal balls, banquets, and even the weather to the villagers.
ENSEMBLE
Giant, Fox (Puppet), Raccoon (Puppet), Footman, Coachman, Knights, Peasants, Serfs, Townspeople, Ladies and Gentlemen of the Court, Servants, etc.
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS
AUDITIONS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. PLEASE SUBMIT A HEADSHOT AND RESUME TO JENNIFER WADE, ARTISTIC DIRECTOR/PRODUCER AT INFO@STANDINGOVATIONACADEMY.COM TO SCHEDULE AN AUDITION. ONLINE SUBMISSIONS ARE ACCEPTED THROUGH AUGUST 25, 2023. ONLINE SUBMISSIONS SHOULD INCLUDE AN UPDATED HEADSHOT, RESUME & VIDEO OF VOCAL SELECTION AS STATED BELOW TO INFO@STANDINGOVATIONACADEMY.COM. ONLINE SUBMISSIONS SHOULD BE PREPARED FOR A POTENTIAL CALL BACK ON AUGUST 27, 2023 AT 7 PM AT THE TROPIC THEATER, 121 W. MAIN ST, LEESBURG, FL
AUDITION PREPARATION/EXPECTATION:
- PREPARE A VOCAL SELECTION THAT REPRESENTS THE GENRE OF THE CHARACTER YOU ARE PURSUING. APPROXIMATELY 45 - 60 SECONDS IN LENGTH. ACCOMPANIMENT TRACKS ARE PERMISSIBLE BY BLUETOOTH CONNECTION.
- MONOLOGUES ARE NOT REQUIRED. YOU MAY BE ASKED TO PARTICIPATE IN A COLD READ. SIDES WILL BE PROVIDED AT THE AUDITION.
- ALL ROLES ARE AVAILABLE TO ALL, REGARDLESS OF ETHNICITY.
DIRECTED BY JENNIFER WADE
REHEARSAL & PERFORMANCE SITE:
THE TROPIC THEATER, 121 W MAIN STREET, LEESBURG, FL
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s
CINDERELLA
Music by Richard Rodgers
Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II
New Book by Douglas Carter Beane
Original Book by Oscar Hammerstein II
Orchestrations by Danny Troob
Music Adaptation & Arrangements by David Chase
Additional Lyrics By Douglas Carter Beane, David Chase and Bruce Pomahac
CINDERELLA is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of The Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization. www.concordtheatricals.com