Audition Notice for Prince William Little Theatre’s summer production of
“Godspell"
Prince William Little Theatre is holding auditions for “Godspell,” composed by Stephen Schwartz with book by John-Michael Tebelak,
a series of parables, primarily based on the Gospel of Matthew.
Rights made available by Music Theatre International.
a series of parables, primarily based on the Gospel of Matthew.
Rights made available by Music Theatre International.
AUDITION DATES • Thursday, April 23, 2020, 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM • Friday, April 24, 2020, 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Use SignUpGenius Link below to secure your time (Note: Make sure you arrive 15 minutes prior to your time)  Callbacks
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS
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SYNOPSIS
Godspell was the first major musical theatre offering from three-time Grammy and Academy Award winner, Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Pippin, Children of Eden) and it took the world by storm! The story features a small group of people that help Jesus tell different parables through a variety of games, storytelling techniques, and a hefty dose of comic timing. The story of Jesus’ life dances across the stage as an eclectic blend of songs ranging in style from pop to vaudeville is performed with the help of a live rock band on stage. Dissolving hauntingly into the Last Supper and the Crucifixion, Jesus' messages of kindness, tolerance and love come vibrantly to life. Led by the international hit, "Day by Day," Godspell features a parade of beloved songs, including "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." PRODUCTION TEAM Director: Laura Mills Producer: Melissa Jo York-Tilley Music Director: Justin Streletz Choreographer: Leslie Vidal Stage Manager: Mary Ann Hall Properties Design: Kelsey Moreland Costume Design: Laura Mills & Melissa Jo York-Tilley PERFORMANCE LOCATION AND DATES
Gregory Family Theater Hylton Performing Arts Center Manassas, VA Performances:
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CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
Casting ages 17 and up, Roles are designated by character and song.
Anna Maria (“Day By Day”): A bit of a tomboy, but basically open and sweet. Perhaps the youngest of the group. She is the first of the group to commit to following Jesus in the song "Day by Day."
Celisse (“Learn Your Lessons Well”): The female equivalent of the class clown. Goofy and a cut-up. In the 2012 Broadway revival, she played several instruments, including conga, ukulele and guitar.
George (“Light of the World”): The comedian, the class clown. The guy who can do a hundred voices and imitations.
Jesus (“Beautiful City”, etc): Must be the most charismatic individual in the cast. High energy, charming, funny, gentle but with strength. He is the sort of person others instinctively follow.
John the Baptist/Judas (“Prepare Ye”, “On The Willows”) : He has attributes of both Biblical figures: He is both Jesus' lieutenant and most ardent disciple and the doubter who begins to question and rebel. Like Jesus, he is also charismatic, but in more of an overt revolutionary way. Usually played by someone handsome and masculine, with an undertone of sexuality. He is the most "serious" and intellectual of the group, though as with all the actors, he mus still possess a good sense of physical comedy.
Lindsay (“Oh Bless The Lord My Soul”) The confident one, the show-off. The first one to volunteer, sometimes she jumps in before she really understands what's going on.
Nick (“We Beseech Thee”): Very high energy. Impish and playful. In the original, he played several musical instruments, including concertina, recorder and guitar.
Telly (“All Good Gifts”): Not the brightest in the bunch, he is a little slow on the uptake. But there is a great sweetness and innocence about him. Because he sings "All Good Gifts" he must be a very good singer.
Uzo (“By My Side”): The shy one. Sometimes a little slow to get things, but when she does, she commits all the way. Has an "earth mother" kind of warmth to her.
Casting ages 17 and up, Roles are designated by character and song.
Anna Maria (“Day By Day”): A bit of a tomboy, but basically open and sweet. Perhaps the youngest of the group. She is the first of the group to commit to following Jesus in the song "Day by Day."
Celisse (“Learn Your Lessons Well”): The female equivalent of the class clown. Goofy and a cut-up. In the 2012 Broadway revival, she played several instruments, including conga, ukulele and guitar.
George (“Light of the World”): The comedian, the class clown. The guy who can do a hundred voices and imitations.
Jesus (“Beautiful City”, etc): Must be the most charismatic individual in the cast. High energy, charming, funny, gentle but with strength. He is the sort of person others instinctively follow.
John the Baptist/Judas (“Prepare Ye”, “On The Willows”) : He has attributes of both Biblical figures: He is both Jesus' lieutenant and most ardent disciple and the doubter who begins to question and rebel. Like Jesus, he is also charismatic, but in more of an overt revolutionary way. Usually played by someone handsome and masculine, with an undertone of sexuality. He is the most "serious" and intellectual of the group, though as with all the actors, he mus still possess a good sense of physical comedy.
Lindsay (“Oh Bless The Lord My Soul”) The confident one, the show-off. The first one to volunteer, sometimes she jumps in before she really understands what's going on.
Nick (“We Beseech Thee”): Very high energy. Impish and playful. In the original, he played several musical instruments, including concertina, recorder and guitar.
Telly (“All Good Gifts”): Not the brightest in the bunch, he is a little slow on the uptake. But there is a great sweetness and innocence about him. Because he sings "All Good Gifts" he must be a very good singer.
Uzo (“By My Side”): The shy one. Sometimes a little slow to get things, but when she does, she commits all the way. Has an "earth mother" kind of warmth to her.
Prince William Little Theatre is a volunteer organization. All cast members are volunteer (unpaid) and no parts have been pre-cast.
MONETARY OBLIGATION
If cast in this production, you will be required to have a current PWLT membership ($15 annually for the 2020-2021 season).
In addition, a production fee of $25 to be collected at the first read thru.
MONETARY OBLIGATION
If cast in this production, you will be required to have a current PWLT membership ($15 annually for the 2020-2021 season).
In addition, a production fee of $25 to be collected at the first read thru.
AUDITION FORMS
The audition form and Conflict Calendar are available for download if you wish to fill it out before the audition.
The audition form and Conflict Calendar are available for download if you wish to fill it out before the audition.
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