Dancing Singing Theater

Performers Wanted For Musical “Mary Poppins”

Expires: 3/9/2024

Paying up to $120/day

Description

“Mary Poppins” show looking for cast. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See the breakdown below.

About the project:
Based on P.L. Travers’ beloved book series of the same name, Mary Poppins became an immediate hit when it premiered as a movie musical in 1964. Forty years later, Cameron Macintosh conceived of an enchanting stage musical that combines elements of Disney’s film with material inspired by Travers’ books. In the musical, Bert, a jack-of-all-trades, invites us into the world of London, England in 1910 — and, specifically, into the dysfunctional home of the Banks family. Jane and Michael, the young Banks children, have sent yet another nanny packing, dismissing these children as hopelessly and irrevocably spoiled and misbehaved. With a father who works constantly and mother who is always distracted, Jane and Michael have suffered without strong caretaking forces in their lives. Then the magical Mary Poppins flies in on the wind, bringing with her a combination of whimsy, magic, and disciplined common sense to the children’s lives. Together, they go on memorable and magical adventures — and also learn the importance of a tidy nursery and of taking the medicine they need (with a spoonful of sugar, of course.) Mary Poppins’ transformational influence does not stop with the children — eventually, she teaches the grown-ups, as well, to open up and realize that “anything can happen if you let it.”

Additional info:
Audition sides and show information are attached.
Show dates: August 2, 3, 4 & 9, 10, 11.

If you are interested, please apply.

32 Project roles

MARY POPPINS

Female

y.o.

All ethnicities

Jane and Michael Banks’s new nanny. She is extraordinary and strange, neat and tidy, delightfully vain yet very particular, and sometimes a little frightening, but always exciting. She is practically perfect in every way and always means what she says. A mezzo soprano with strong top notes, she should be able to move well. She can have a more traditional soprano sound, but precision and diction is key.

Application deadline closed.

BERT

Male

y.o.

All ethnicities

The narrator of the story, is a good friend to Mary Poppins. An everyman, Bert has many occupations, including hurdy-gurdy player, sidewalk artist, and chimney sweep. Bert watches over the children as well as the goings on in Cherry Tree Lane. He has charm, speaks with a Cockney accent, and is a song-and-dance-man.

Application deadline closed.

GEORGE BANKS

Male

y.o.

All ethnicities

Father to Jane and Michael Banks, is a banker to the very fiber of his being. Demanding “precision and order” in his household, he is a pipe-and-slippers man who doesn’t have much to do with his children and believes that he had the perfect upbringing by his nanny, the cruel Miss Andrew. His emotional armor, however, conceals a sensitive soul. A baritone, George may speak-sing as necessary.

Application deadline closed.

WINIFRED BANKS

Female

y.o.

All ethnicities

George’s wife and Jane and Michael’s mother. A former actress, she is a loving and distracted homemaker who is busy trying to live up to her husband’s desire to only associate with “the best people” as well as be a model wife and mother. She suffers from the conflicting feelings that she’s not up to the job of “being Mrs. Banks,” yet she is, and more. She has a great warmth and simplicity to her tone. Mezzo Soprano.

Application deadline closed.

KATIE NANNA

Female

y.o.

All ethnicities

Jane and Michael’s nanny at the beginning of the show. Overwhelmed and upset, she has absolutely had her fill of the Banks children.

Application deadline closed.

MISS ANDREW

Female

y.o.

All ethnicities

(Perceived age 50s+): The “villain.” George’s overbearing and scary nanny from the past. With her bottle of nasty-tasting brimstone and treacle to keep naughty children in line, she is a bully who only knows one way of doing things – her way. A soprano with an alto belt, there can be some heaviness to her voice along with the range.

Application deadline closed.

POLICEMAN

Male

y.o.

All ethnicities

Is a neighborhood fixture who is respected by and observant of the households on his beat.

Application deadline closed.

MISS LARK

Female

y.o.

All ethnicities

Is the haughty next-door neighbor of the Banks family who treats her dog, Willoughby, as if he were her child. Mezzo soprano.

Application deadline closed.

ADMIRAL BOOM

Male

y.o.

All ethnicities

(Perceived age 50s+): is a retired Royal Navy man and neighbor of the Banks family. A physically large man with a loud and booming voice, he speaks in Navy jargon and has a soft spot for his neighbor, Miss Lark. Can be any vocal range needed. If Admiral Boom doubles as the Bank Chairman, he can be a baritone.

Application deadline closed.

MRS. BRILL

Female

y.o.

All ethnicities

(Perceived age 50s+): is the housekeeper and cook for the Banks family. Overworked and harassed, she’s always complaining that the house is understaffed. Her intimidating exterior is a cover for the warmth underneath. Mrs. Brill doesn’t have a high opinion of nannies in general and Mary Poppins in particular. She does not have to be a strong singer.

Application deadline closed.

ROBERTSON AY

Male

y.o.

All ethnicities

The houseboy to the Banks family. Lazy, sleepy, and grumbling, he never gets things right and believes himself to be useless. He doesn’t do a lot of singing, but his “Spoonful” solo can be a fun surprise.

Application deadline closed.

PARK KEEPER

Male

y.o.

All ethnicities

(Perceived age 40s+): Uniformed and officious, he makes sure no one breaks park regulations. His life is defined by rules, but he secretly hankers after his childhood. Tenor.

Application deadline closed.

NELEUS

Male

y.o.

All ethnicities

Is the statue of a young boy posed with a dolphin in the park. Neleus was separated from his father, Poseidon, and misses him very much. A small and lonely being, he is very happy to befriend Jane and Michael. Could be played by a female. Must be an excellent dancer.

Application deadline closed.

BANK CHAIRMAN

Male

y.o.

All ethnicities

(Perceived age 50s+): the head of the bank where Mr. Banks is employed, is an Edwardian stuffed-shirt. He can speak/sing his lyrics if necessary. Baritone.

Application deadline closed.

MISS SMYTHE

Female

y.o.

All ethnicities

(Perceived age 30s+): is the Bank Chairman’s humorless secretary.

Application deadline closed.

VON HUSSLER

Male

y.o.

All ethnicities

Is a businessman seeking a loan from the bank for a shady business deal. He speaks with a German accent.

Application deadline closed.

JOHN NORTHBROOK

Male

y.o.

All ethnicities

Is an honest businessman seeking a loan to build a factory for his community. He speaks with an accent From the middle-working class of Northern England (but not as “Cockney” as Bert).

Application deadline closed.

BIRD WOMAN

Female

y.o.

All ethnicities

(Perceived age 50s+): is covered in a patch-work of old shawls, and her pockets are stuffed with bags of crumbs for the birds. She tries to sell her crumbs to passersby, who ignore her as if she doesn’t exist. Sings “Feed the Birds.” There can be a gruff, folksy quality to her voice that reflects the hardness of her life.

Application deadline closed.

MRS. CORRY

Female

y.o.

All ethnicities

Owns a magical gingerbread shop. She is a mysterious woman of great age who speaks with a Caribbean accent (or any accent that would make her seem “exotic.”).

Application deadline closed.

ANNIE

Female

y.o.

All ethnicities

ANNIE and FANNIE: are Mrs. Corry’s daughters. In the book they are described as VERY tall girls.

Application deadline closed.

FANNIE

Female

y.o.

All ethnicities

ANNIE and FANNIE: are Mrs. Corry’s daughters. In the book they are described as VERY tall girls.

Application deadline closed.

VALENTINE

Male

y.o.

All ethnicities

(must be “adult” height) is a stuffed boy doll belonging to Jane.

Application deadline closed.

TEDDY BEAR

Male

y.o.

All ethnicities

TEDDY BEAR, MR. PUNCH, and DOLL (must be “adult” height) are toys belonging to Jane and Michael. Other toys can be added as desired.

Application deadline closed.

MR. PUNCH

Male

y.o.

All ethnicities

TEDDY BEAR, MR. PUNCH, and DOLL (must be “adult” height) are toys belonging to Jane and Michael. Other toys can be added as desired.

Application deadline closed.

DOLL

Female

y.o.

All ethnicities

TEDDY BEAR, MR. PUNCH, and DOLL (must be “adult” height) are toys belonging to Jane and Michael. Other toys can be added as desired.

Application deadline closed.

QUEEN VICTORIA

Female

y.o.

All ethnicities

A statue in the park.

Application deadline closed.

Chimney Sweeps

Male

y.o.

All ethnicities