Music Theatre of Connecticut
Norwalk, CT

DESCRIPTION

CALL TYPE
EPA

CONTRACT
SPT
$535 weekly minimum (SPT 5)

AUDITION DATE
Thursday, October 3, 2024
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (E)
BREAK: 1:00PM - 2:00PM

APPOINTMENTS
Auditions by appointment only. For questions or to book an appointment, contact Alex 203-454-3883 OR EMAIL [email protected]

LOCATION
Music Theatre of Connecticut
509 Westport Ave
Norwalk, CT 06851

Free on-site parking, train station is a 5-minute UBER ride to/from theatre

PERSONNEL
IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS - Berlin/Ives/Blake

EXPECTED TO ATTEND:
Kevin Connors, Director
Jim Schilling, Managing Director
David Wolfson, Musical Director
Mallory Davis, Choreographer

OTHER DATES
First Rehearsal 11/18/24
First Preview 12/6/24
Opening date 12/7/24
Closes 12/22/24

All rehearsals at MTC in Norwalk CT (one hour via Metro North from NYC). Running schedule Fri 8pm, Sat 2pm & 8pm, Sun 2pm. Also Thurs 12/12/24 and 12/19/24.

OTHER
www.musictheatreofct.com

Music Theatre of Connecticut is currently in its 38th season. MTC is located in a beautiful theatre center in Norwalk, CT, and the company has won numerous "Best" awards both BroadwayWorld and Connecticut Critics' Circle Awards, including the prestigious Killen Award for Outstanding Contribution to Professional Theatre, joining Long Wharf, Hartford Stage and the Westport Playhouse.

An Equity Monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition.

Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition.

Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.

SEEKING
Equity actors for roles in IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS (see breakdown).

Actors from underserved communities and Connecticut and Westchester talent are encouraged to attend.

PREPARATION
Please prepare song in the style of the show and the sides available at

www.musictheatreofct.com/auditions. Please be prepared to stay/return, as you may be requested to attend a tap/dance callback following the conclusion of the EPA.

BREAKDOWN

IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS

SEEKING:
Bob Wallace (35 - 42), baritone, a major singing star, Bob is the guiding force behind the song and dance team of Wallace and Davis. Wears his fame easily, but has some trouble with social and romantic interactions. Despite occasional gruffness, he is a deeply kind and principled man who is searching for true love. Excellent singer with a crooning style who moves very well. Tap and jazz.

Phil Davis (35 - 42), bari-tenor, The fun-loving song-and-dance partner of the team Wallace and Davis. An irrepressible clown, operator, and incorrigible ladies’ man who is determined to see his friend happy, even if it requires scheming and outright deception. He has a boyish charm and sex appeal. Strong ballroom, jazz and tap-dancer.

Betty Haynes (25 - 38) Sensible, responsible half of the Haynes sisters act. Classic elegance. Destined to be a star, but hesitant to take the spotlight. Devoted to her sister. Hides a yearning for true love under a protective shell. Female singer of quiet beauty and charm with a rich chest mix and soprano extension. Moves well.

Judy Haynes (25 - 35) Younger, more ambitious and slightly scheming other sister. Wholesome and adorable, sexy and flirty. Strong jazz and tap dancer. Strong singer with a chest mix.

General Henry Waverly (58 - 65) Retired Army general with a curmudgeonly military exterior, adjusting to retired life in post WW II America. Precise and orderly, struggling to run the Inn in Vermont. A man of integrity. Underneath a warm compassionate man in need of family and love.

Martha Watson (48 - 65) Broadway belter, Once a Broadway star, now the General’s housekeeper. The true force behind running the Inn. Very dry wit and frank with a wisecracking sense of humor. Big hearted, but unsentimental. Irrepressible meddler, believing she acts on everyone’s best behalf. Strong singer and mover.

Ralph Sheldrake (35 - 42) Jokester Army buddy of Bob and Phil’s, now a major television executive. Fast talking, loud, brash New York professional with a good head on his shoulders. Rita and Rhoda (25 - 32) Bob and Phil’s star chorus showgirls. Brash, sexy and fun. Perhaps not the brightest.

Ezekiel Foster (45 - 55)– Practical, the ultimate laid back New Englander. A man of few words. Caretaker at the Inn. Takes life at a very leisurely pace. Doubles as the Snoring Man. Tap and Jazz a plus.

Mike (25 - 38) Bob and Phil’s Stage Manager. Can be overly dramatic and often hysterical, but gets the job done. Works to attempt a sense of control and order for the company. Doubles as Mr. Snoring Man and Train Conductor. Tap and Jazz.

Tessie (late 20s to 30s) Young Character woman to play Bob and Phil’s secretary, doubles as Head Seamstress and Mrs. Snoring Man, winter tourist. Mezzo-soprano, belter. Tap and Jazz.

SALARY

SPT $535 weekly minimum (SPT 5)

UNION

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