Seeking cast for Theatres 2025 Summer season musicals: “Holiday Inn – in Concert” and “Hello Dolly”. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Please see the details below.
About the project:
“HOLIDAY INN” SYNOPSIS: Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn tells the story of Jim, a singer who leaves show business behind to settle down on his farmhouse in Connecticut… but life just isn’t the same without a bit of song and dance. Jim’s luck takes a spectacular turn when he meets Linda, a spirited schoolteacher with talent to spare. Together they turn the farmhouse into a fabulous inn with dazzling performances to celebrate each holiday, from Thanksgiving to the Fourth of July. But when Jim’s best friend Ted tries to lure Linda to Hollywood to be his new dance partner, will Jim be able to salvage his latest chance at love?
Based on the classic film, this joyous musical features thrilling dance numbers, laugh-out-loud comedy, and a parade of hit Irving Berlin songs, including “Blue Skies,” “Easter Parade,” “Steppin’ Out With My Baby,” “Heat Wave,” “White Christmas,” “Be Careful, It’s My Heart,” “Cheek to Cheek,” “Shaking the Blues Away” and many more!
“Hello Dolly!” Summary: In 1890s New York City, the bold and enchanting widow Dolly Levi is a socialite turned matchmaker. Her latest clients seeking assistance are the cantankerous half-a-millionaire Horace Vandergelder and a young artist named Ambrose, who is in love with Horace’s niece, Ermengarde. Dolly’s scheming soon involves Horace’s employees as well as a New York hatmaker, as she tries to cover up her own secret romantic designs.
This musical adaptation of Thornton Wilders hit play The Matchmaker bursts with humor, romance, energetic dance and some of the greatest songs in musical theatre history. The romantic and comic exploits of Dolly Gallagher Levi, turn-of-the-century matchmaker and woman who arranges things, are certain to thrill and entertain audiences.
Additional info:
ADULTS: For your 7-minute individual audition slot
–30-60 second monologue (delivering a monologue is NOT required for the Holiday Inn auditions).
–60-90 second long cut of a song/selection of your choice, preferably from a musical. You must provide sheet music secured in a binder for the audition accompanist – no a cappella.
CALLBACKS: Wed, Apr 16th (by request)
Holiday Inn – TBD
Hello Dolly – 6:00 pm -10:00 pm
PERFORMANCE INFORMATION:
“Holiday Inn – Concert Version”: June 20 at 7:30 pm & June 22 at 2:30 pm
“Hello Dolly”: July 18-20 & July 24-27 at 7:30 pm & 2:30 pm (Sundays)
If you are interested, please apply.
53 Project roles
Linda Mason
Female, Male, Both genders.
30
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39.
All ethnicities.
A school teacher with the hidden talents of a singer and dancer.
Vocal range: belt/mix, G3-F5
"Holiday Inn"
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Lila Dixon
30
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39.
A determined performer and Jim's mismatched fianc?e.
Vocal range: high belt, B3-E5
"Holiday Inn"
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Louise Badger
40
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59.
The local fix-it woman; tough, no-nonsense and extremely perceptive.
Vocal range: belt, G3-F5
"Holiday Inn"
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Jim Hardy
30
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39.
A performer and singer-songwriter eager to leave showbiz behind for a simpler life on a farm in Connecticut.
Vocal range: lyric baritone, Bb2-A4
"Holiday Inn"
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Ted Hanover
30
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39.
Jim's best friend and performing partner; a charming ladies' man looking for his big break.
Vocal range: lyric baritone, Bb2-F4
"Holiday Inn"
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COMMUNITY CHOIR
18
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56.
Large choir to sing the chorus parts - minimal rehearsals, meant to be fun. No memorization is required. Several named bit-part roles can come from the chorus. Roles will be decided at rehearsals.
"Holiday Inn"
Flute, Clarinet, Alto Saxophone.
Community orchestra.
"Holiday Inn"
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Reed 3
18
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56.
Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Tenor Saxophone.
Community orchestra.
"Holiday Inn"
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Reed 4
18
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56.
Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Bassoon**, Baritone Saxophone.
Community orchestra.
"Holiday Inn"
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Trumpet 1
18
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56.
Community orchestra.
"Holiday Inn"
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Trumpet 2
18
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56.
Community orchestra.
"Holiday Inn"
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Trombone 1
18
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56.
Community orchestra.
"Holiday Inn"
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Trombone 2
18
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56.
Community orchestra.
"Holiday Inn"
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Violin 1
18
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56.
Divisi.
Community orchestra.
"Holiday Inn"
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Violin 2
18
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56.
Divisi.
Community orchestra.
"Holiday Inn"
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Cello
18
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56.
Divisi.
Community orchestra.
"Holiday Inn"
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Bass
18
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56.
Acoustic Bass.
Community orchestra.
"Holiday Inn"
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Keyboard 1
18
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56.
Piano.
Community orchestra.
"Holiday Inn"
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Keyboard 2
18
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56.
Synthesizer.
Community orchestra.
"Holiday Inn"
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Drums
18
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56.
Community orchestra.
"Holiday Inn"
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Percussion
18
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56.
Timpani, Vibes, Xylophone, Glockenspiel, Triangle, Congas, Mouth Siren, Sleigh Bells, Chimes, Anvil, Gran Casa, Slide Whistle, Wood Blocks, Sus Cymbal, Bell Tree, Tubular Bells, Claves.
Community orchestra.
"Holiday Inn"
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Mrs. Dolly Levi
35
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50.
Matchmaker, widow, life-loving opportunist and meddler. Commanding, strong stage presence. Comic timing a must.
Vocal Range: alto-soprano
(Orig. Range: Eb3-G4 w/ opt. notes down to Bb2; Med-Voice Vers: G3-C#5 w/ opt. notes down to F#3)
Dance ability: some
"Hello Dolly!"
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Horace Vandergelder
40
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60.
Well-known half-a-millionaire, widower, proprietor of a hay and feed store in Yonkers, NY and a client of Mrs. Levis. Gruff, set in his ways, authoritative.
Vocal range: baritone
(Baritone - Range in both versions: B2-E4)
Dance ability: some
"Hello Dolly!"
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Cornelius Hackl
31
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35.
Head clerk at the Vandergelder Hay & Feed Store, energetic, enthusiastic, and adventurous. Good comic chemistry needed with Barnaby.
Stage age: 33
Vocal range: baritone
(High Baritone - Orig. Range: D#3-G4 w/ opt. notes down to Bb2; Med. Voice Vers: C3-G4 w/ opt. notes down to A2)
Dance ability: strong
"Hello Dolly!"
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Mrs. Irene Molloy
30
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35.
Owns a hat shop on 14th Street in New York City, widow, beautiful, smart, fun-loving. Ready to break free of the hat business and the constraints of society.
Vocal range: soprano
(Contralto - Range in both versions: A3-D5, w/ optional notes down to G3 and up to E5)
Dance ability: strong
"Hello Dolly!"
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Barnaby Tucker
18
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20.
Assistant to Cornelius at the Feed Store, na?ve, energized, follower. Good comic chemistry needed with Cornelius.
Stage age: 17
Vocal range: baritone
(Tenor - Orig. Range: E3-G4 w/ opt. notes down to Bb2; Med. Voice Vers: Bb2-G4 w/ opt. notes down to A2)
Dance ability: strong
"Hello Dolly!"
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Minnie Fay
18
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20.
A funny quirky young girl who works in Irenes Shop as an assistant. Na?ve, straight-laced, fresh, follower. Comic role.
Vocal range: mezzo-soprano
(Orig. Range: Eb4-F5 w/ opt. notes down to C4; Med. Voice Vers: Bb3-F5)
Dance ability: strong
"Hello Dolly!"
Horaces niece, whining, high-strung, wants to marry Ambrose. Character should have an annoying slant but stay lovable enough for the audience to like her.
Vocal range: any
(Orig. Range: E4-G5; Med. Voice Vers: A3-C#5)
Dance ability: strong
"Hello Dolly!"
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Ernestina
30
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45.
Accommodating, good-time girl. A single woman in need of Mrs. Levis services Will need to have a good handle on comic timing
Vocal range: any
Dance ability: none
"Hello Dolly!"
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Mrs. Rose
18
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56.
Sells vegetables from a street cart, a friend of Mrs. Levis from years before.
Supporting character (from the chorus).
"Hello Dolly!"
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Coachman
18
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56.
Non-speaking.
Supporting character (from the chorus).
"Hello Dolly!"
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Rudolph Reisenweber
18
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56.
The Prussian major-domo of the Harmonia Gardens Restaurant.
Supporting character (from the chorus).
"Hello Dolly!"
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Stanley
18
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30.
A young waiter.
Supporting character (from the chorus).
"Hello Dolly!"
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Fritz
18
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40.
Harmonia Gardens waiter; non-speaking chorus/dancer.
Supporting character (from the chorus).
"Hello Dolly!"
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Harry
18
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40.
Harmonia Gardens waiter; non-speaking chorus/dancer.
Supporting character (from the chorus).
"Hello Dolly!"
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Louie
18
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40.
Harmonia Gardens waiter; non-speaking chorus/dancer.
Supporting character (from the chorus).
"Hello Dolly!"
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Danny
18
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40.
Harmonia Gardens waiter; non-speaking chorus/dancer.
Supporting character (from the chorus).
"Hello Dolly!"
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Manny
18
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40.
Harmonia Gardens waiter; non-speaking chorus/dancer.
Supporting character (from the chorus).
"Hello Dolly!"
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Hank
18
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40.
Harmonia Gardens waiter; non-speaking chorus/dancer.
Supporting character (from the chorus).
"Hello Dolly!"
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First Cook
18
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56.
Harmonia Gardens employee with a German accent.
Supporting character (from the chorus).
"Hello Dolly!"
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Second Cook
18
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56.
Harmonia Gardens employee.
Supporting character (from the chorus).
"Hello Dolly!"
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Judge
18
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56.
New York night court.
Supporting character (from the chorus).
"Hello Dolly!"
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Policemen
18
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56.
Several New York City officers; only one speaking.
Supporting character (from the chorus).
"Hello Dolly!"
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Court Clerk (Recorder)
18
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56.
Supporting character (from the chorus).
"Hello Dolly!"
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Paperhanger
18
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56.
Non-speaking.
Supporting character (from the chorus).
"Hello Dolly!"
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Waiters Chorus
18
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56.
The waiters chorus will be made up of men and women. It is a highly active group that will transform the stage to an elegant, fascinating and entertaining restaurant. They also perform the title song Hello Dolly.
Ensemble (minimum of 12 females and 12 males).
"Hello Dolly!"
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Townspeople of New York
18
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56.
Stylized movement with some waltzing - songs include: Call on Dolly and Before the Parade Passes By.
Ensemble (minimum of 12 females and 12 males).
"Hello Dolly!"
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Feed Store Customers
18
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56.
(Mostly in Act I) song: It Takes a Woman.
Ensemble.
"Hello Dolly!"
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Townspeople of Yonkers
18
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56.
Some simple or stylized choreo with possible features - song: Put On Your Sunday Clothes.
Ensemble (minimum of 12 females and 12 males).
"Hello Dolly!"
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Harmonia Gardens Customers
18
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56.
Mostly attending the restaurant with some active in the chaos and courtroom - songs: Hello Dolly (maybe) and It Only Takes a Moment.
Ensemble (minimum of 12 females and 12 males).
"Hello Dolly!"
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Polka Contest Contestants
18
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40.
Dance only.
Ensemble (minimum of 12 females and 12 males).
"Hello Dolly!"
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