EXPIRES: June 16, 2025

“Superhero” Audition for the Theater

Singing Theater
Paying up to TFP
Description

Looking to cast talent for “Superhero” show. Please see the details below.

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED.

About the project:
SHOW SYNOPSIS: Superhero tells the story of a mother and son grappling with a devastating loss and the mysterious stranger who helps them on their journey. Before we can save the world, we have to save each other. From the Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer of Next to Normal and the Tony Award-winning writer of Red comes a deeply human new musical about a fractured family, the mysterious stranger in apartment 4-B, and the unexpected hero who just might save the day. Original cast recording is currently available on YouTube.

Additional info:
Please prepare a 16-32 bar musical selection that best displays your vocal talents. Auditions will also consist of cold readings from the script. Walk-ins will be accommodated if space is available. Please bring a headshot, resume, and list of conflicts from July through September.
SHOW DATES: Friday and Saturday, September 12 & 13 (7:30 PM) Sunday, September 14 (2:00 PM) Thursday-Saturday, September 18-20 (7:30 PM). Rehearsals will begin on July 14 and be held Mon-Thurs evenings. All rehearsals and performances will be held at the Dunham Arts Center.

If interested, please apply.

8 Project roles
Simon
18
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56.
A naive and imaginative high schooler struggling with the loss of his father. Loves comic books and is still trying to grow out of his awkward phase. (Strong Tenor – Vocal Range C3-A4)
Application deadline closed.
Charlotte
18
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56.
Simon’s mother, trying to reconnect with her hurting son while struggling with her own depression from the loss of her husband. (Vocal Range G3-D5)
Application deadline closed.
Jim
18
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56.
An uncomfortable and nervous man who lives alone. He is also secretly a powerful superhero from another planet. (Strong Tenor – Vocal Range C3-A4)
Application deadline closed.
Vee
18
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56.
A very confident high school girl, deeply in love with social causes. She just wants to make the world a better place. (Vocal Range G3-C5)
Application deadline closed.
Dean Fulton/Sea Mariner
18
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56.
The Dean of an accredited University, and Charlotte’s boss. Kind and patient, but still a stern employer. He also doubles as The Sea Mariner, the main character of the comic books that Simon loves to write.
Application deadline closed.
Vic
18
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56.
The landlord of Simon and Charlotte’s building. A gruff and serious exterior hides a kind man who takes an interest in others.
Application deadline closed.
Rachel/The Princess
18
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56.
Vee’s best friend, a ride-or-die who supports Vee unconditionally. She also doubles as a princess who is kidnapped in Simon’s comic books.
Application deadline closed.
Dwayne/Crush
18
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56.
A stereotypical high school bully, he’s obnoxious, rude, and mean to pretty much everyone he knows. He also doubles as Crush, the Sea Mariner’s evil arch-nemesis in Simon’s comic books.
Application deadline closed.