AUDITIONS
We are committed to inclusive, diverse casting. We believe that all performers, regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, disability, race, color, national origin, gender identity, or any other basis protected by law, should have the opportunity to audition for our roles. Please see our Statement on Diversity & Inclusion. If you have any questions or require any reasonable accommodation, please let us know at info@caryplayers.org.
The PROM
Book & Lyrics by CHAD BEGUELIN
Book by BOB MARTIN
Music by MATTHEW SKLYAR
Mike McGee - Director
Christian L. Stahr - Music Director
Molly Hamelin - Choreographer
Dan Eckert - Stage Manager
Veronica Dress - Intimacy Coordinator
Lauren Polak - Costumes
Nicole Ackman - Assistant Director
The PROM is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide, 1180 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 640, New York NY 10036 www.theatricalrights.com
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Four eccentric Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage. So when they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom, they know that it’s time to put a spotlight on the issue - and themselves. The town’s parents want to keep the high school dance on the straight and narrow, but when one student just wants to bring her girlfriend to prom, the entire town has a date with destiny. On a mission to transform lives, Broadway’s brassiest join forces with a courageous girl and the town’s citizens and the result is love that brings them all together. Winner of the Drama Desk Award for Best Musical, THE PROM expertly captures all the humor and heart of a classic musical comedy with a message that resonates with audiences now more than ever.
AUDITION INFORMATION:
For auditions:
Please prepare 16 bars of a Musical Theatre style song. An accompanist will be provided, please bring printed sheet music for your piece
Everyone will also participate in a Dance audition led by our choreographer. Please wear clothing and shoes that will allow for dance and movement
If time allows we will also read sides from the show, these will be provided
Bring a completed audition form and conflict calendar with you. Mark all conflicts on the calendar, even if it is marked as off. A parent or guardian must sign the audition form for anyone under 18.
Headshots and resumes are welcome but not required. We will take a photo of you upon arrival.
IMPORTANT DATES:
Auditions: Monday or Tuesday, June 15th or 16th at the Cary Arts Center. (101 Dry Avenue).
We will have two audition sessions per night: 7:00 pm and 8:15 pm. Please arrive between 6:30 and 6:55 pm to check in for the 7pm audition, or between 7:45 and 8:10 for the 8:15 audition.
Call backs: Thursday, June 18th at 7:00 pm
Read Through & Kick Off Meal: Monday, August 3rd at 6:30 pm
Rehearsals: May take place between 6:30 and 9:30 pm, Monday through Saturday
Performances: There will be seven performances over the course of two weekends: September 25, 26, 27, 30, October 2, 3, and 4. September 26th, 27th, and October 4th will be matinee shows.
CASTING:
All actors age 17+, all ethnicities, abled and disabled are encouraged to audition.
Note: In reference to the character descriptions below – the characters in this show are on the binary and written with he/him or she/her pronouns, as you will see in the following descriptions. However, we seek to be as inclusive as possible and ask gender non-conforming, genderqueer, transgender, and non-binary actors to list on the audition form the roles they most identify with. Roles will be open for consideration of actors of all ethnicities. Also, the ages are relative and should not discourage anyone from auditioning for the role they desire.
We are committed to inclusive, diverse casting. We believe that all performers, regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, disability, race, color, national origin, gender identity, or any other basis protected by law, should have the opportunity to audition for our roles. For every role, we will consider all qualified performers who submit. Unless otherwise specifically indicated, we will not discriminate against any performer based on any protected characteristic. Actors of all culturally diverse backgrounds will be considered for all roles. If you have any questions or require any reasonable accommodation, please let us know at info@caryplayers.org.
CAST OF CHARACTERS:
EMMA NOLAN: Teenager in Indiana. A reluctant poster child for LGBT youth. Very smart. A bit boisterous and spirited. Mezzo-Soprano/Alto Vocal Range. Age 17+
ALYSSA GREENE: A cheerleader and top student. Secretly Emma’s girlfriend. Faces constant pressure from her mother and friends. Alto/Mezzo-Soprano Vocal Range. Age 17+
MR. HAWKINS: The straitlaced school principal. An ally to Emma and a long-time fan of Dee Dee. Baritone/Bass Vocal Range. Age 40-60.
MRS. GREENE: Alyssa’s intimidating, conservative, but ultimately loving mother. The head of the PTA. Alto Vocal Range. Age 40-50.
SHELBY , KAYLEE, NICK, KEVIN: Other students at school who taunt (but eventually learn to accept) Emma. All Vocal Ranges. Age 17+.
BARRY GLICKMAN: Flamboyant Broadway star. Completely politically incorrect and doesn’t know it. give Emma the prom he was unable to have as a teen. Baritone/Tenor Vocal Range. Age 40-50.
DEE DEE ALLEN: Broadway diva. A huge ego to match her huge talent. Hilariously self-involved but yearns to do something good for someone other than herself. Alto Vocal Range. Age 40-65.
TRENT OLIVER: Pretentious Juilliard graduate recently cast in the non-Equity tour of Godspell . Loves to hear himself speak. Baritone/Tenor Vocal Range. Age 40-50.
ANGIE DICKINSON: An ensemble member in the Broadway production of Chicago. Jaded Fosse girl with a heart of gold. Should be comfortable with dance movement. Alto Vocal Range. Age 40-50.
SHELDON: (Any Gender) A charismatic press agent. Baritone Vocal Range. Age 40-60.
ENSEMBLE: Olivia Keating, Opening Night Party Attendees, Reporters, High School Students, PTA Members,Motel Clerk, Cast of the Non-Equity Tour of Godspell , Monster Truck Rally Audience, Mrs. Greene’s Friend, LGBT Students. All Vocal Ranges. Ages 17+
AUDITION MATERIALS
Please download and complete an audition form and a conflict calendar. Resumes and headshots are welcome but not required.
