AUDITIONS

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Tootsie

About the Show. Michael Dorsey is a skilled actor with a talent for not keeping a job. Desperate and out-of-work, Michael makes a last-ditch effort to make his dreams come true. He disguises himself as actress Dorothy Michaels. In a meteoric rise to Broadway stardom, Dorothy soon has audiences falling at her feet while Michael (disguised as Dorothy) is falling for his co-star, Julie. It isn’t long before Michael realizes that maintaining his greatest acting success is going to be much harder than he expected. Based on the movie, TOOTSIE, was hailed as “Broadway’s funniest new musical!” by The New York Post. The show received 11 Tony Award nominations and won for Best Book of a Musical.

Audition Dates. Friday, April 12: 7 pm to 10 pm & Sunday, April 14: 2 pm to 6 pm

About Auditions. Come prepared with a memorized up-tempo or ballad from the Contemporary (Rent, Dear Evan Hansen, Mean Girls, etc.) or Classic Broadway repertory (Rodgers & Hammerstein, Lerner & Loewe, Jerome Kern, Cole Porter) that showcase your vocal range and personality. Song selections from Tootsie are encouraged for Principal roles. Bring sheet music in your own key (no onsite transpositions). An accompanist will be provided. No tapes, karaoke tracks or a cappella allowed.

Audition Sign Up. By appointment is preferred using this link to schedule an appointment,. “Drop ins” are permitted but please do not expect to be seen immediately.

Callbacks. Set for Tuesday, April 16 beginning at 7 pm. Dance auditions, if necessary, will be held at the April 16 callback. If you are called back to dance, come prepared with comfortable clothes to move in and appropriate footwear. If you are not asked to the callback, it does not mean that you are not still under consideration for casting.

What to Bring. A complete list of any conflicts or possible conflicts you may have with rehearsals and performances as no additional conflicts, except those presented at your audition, will be accepted.

Music and Lyrics: David Yazbek

Book By: Robert Horn

Director & Choreographer: John Rampage

Musical Director: Roslyn Catracchia

Show Dates: May 31 to June 23, 2024

Rehearsal Dates: Rehearsals will begin on Weds. April 17th. Rehearsals are Tues. – Friday 7 pm to 10 pm, Sat. & Sundays 2 pm to 6 pm. Mondays are off until the week before opening.

Contact for Inquiries: Artistic Director John Rampage at (808) 733-0277 x302

CHARACTERS

CAST. This role will be played by Mr. Reyn Halford.

Lead Female. Age: 25-35 years old
An actress currently starring as Juliet in Juliet’s Nurse, who develops a strong attraction to Michael/Dorothy. Sings several songs including “I’m Alive”, “There Was John” and “Who Are You?”

Female. Age: 20-35  years old
Michael’s neurotic ex-girlfriend. Constantly in a panic. Strong comic ability required. Sings “What’s Gonna Happen”

Male. Age: 30-40 years old
Michael’s roommate, best friend and an unsuccessful playwright. Strong comic ability required. Sings “Jeff Sums It Up” and “Whaddya Do”

Male. Age: 25-40 years old

A dimwit reality star currently starring as Craig, Romeo’s brother, in “Juliet’s Nurse”. Neither bright nor talented as an actor, he becomes infatuated with Dorothy. Very strong comic ability required. His feature song is “This Thing” as well as sections of “I’m alive” and “The Most Important Night of My Life”

Female. Age: 40-60 years old
The producer of “Juliet’s Nurse”. A seasoned, no nonsense professional, but funny. Sings sections of “I Like What She’s Doing” and “The Most Important Night of My Life”

Male. Age: 30-50 years old
The Director and Choreographer of “Juliet’s Nurse.” Must have some dance ability. Sings sections of “I Like What She’s Doing” and “The Most Important Night of My Life”.

Male. Age: 40-60 years old
Michael’s frustrated agent. Stan has no featured songs.

Ages: 30-50 years old
The book writers for “Juliet’s Nurse”. Sings sections of “I Like What She’s Doing” and “The Most Important Night of My Life”. May also double in the Ensemble.

Male. Age 35-60 years old
The Stage Manger for Juliet’s Nurse. Sings sections of “ The Most Important Night of My Life”. May also double in the Ensemble.

6 Men and 6 women.
Must be strong singers and/or dancers. Some Ensemble members will be cast in small speaking roles. 3 or the women will be featured vocally in “Gone, Gone, Gone”.

There are no children’s roles in TOOTSIE, but teenagers who appear adult and have theatre training are encouraged to audition.

About Inclusion: Diamond Head Theatre is committed to non-traditional casting, so all ages, body types, colors, ethnicities, disabilities, and gender identities are encouraged to audition. Each cast member will also pledge to uphold our anti-bullying and anti-harassment policies before beginning rehearsals. We are dedicated to an open and inclusive creative environment that fosters artistic and personal growth.

Disney’s Frozen

About Auditions. Adults may attend either or both: Principal & Ensemble Vocal Audition and Ensemble Dance Audition. Use your best judgement as to which shows off your talents. Strong dancers should attend the dance call. If requested to stay until the end, you may be asked to sing. Strong singers should come to the vocal audition.

Three audition opportunities:

Adult Principle & Ensemble Vocal Audition to be held on April 6 (10 am – 1:30 pm), April 7 (10 am to1:30 pm) and April 8 (4 to 7 pm).

Adult Ensemble Dance Auditions to be held on April 7 (2:30pm – 4:30pm).

Children Vocal Auditions for Young Anna + Young Elsa to be held on April 6 (2:30 to 4:30 pm).

Sign Up. Auditions by appointment are preferred. “Drop ins” are permitted as time allows. Do not expect to be seen immediately.

Contact for Inquiries: Artistic Director John Rampage at (808) 733-0277 x302

Callbacks. invitation only on April 8 and 9 (7 to 10 pm). Call backs are not reflective of final casting decisions. Callbacks may include a short dance/movement.

Where. Auditions will take place in the Rehearsal Hall at Diamond Head Theatre where classes and the costume center are located (building next to the theatre auditorium in front of the parking lot).

What to Bring. A complete list of conflicts or possible conflicts with rehearsals and performances between June 18 and August 26. If you are cast in DISNEY’S FROZEN, no additional conflicts, except those presented at your audition, will be accepted.

Music and Lyrics: Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez Book By: Jennifer Lee

Show Dates: July 26 to August 26, 2024

Rehearsal Dates: Rehearsals officially begin Tuesday, June 18. However, there may be a few rehearsals held in May and early June. Rehearsals are Tuesday through Friday 7 to 10 pm; Saturday 2 to 6 pm; Sunday 12 to 6 pm. Monday evenings are off until the week before opening, except for Monday, July 1. There will be no rehearsal on Thursday, July 4.

CHARACTERS

Lead Female. Age: 20s
Poised, regal and reserved, Queen Elsa of Arendelle lives in fear of her own misunderstandings of her magical powers. In order to protect her family (especially her sister), she closes herself off from the world and tries to suppress her ever growing magic. Commanding presence. Strong belter.

Lead Female. Age: 20s
Full of enthusiastic optimism, Princess Anna of Arendelle , follows her heart. Naturally funny, more daring than graceful, she is courageously fearless. Her greatest flaw – and her greatest strength – is her faith in true love and her unending perseverance to find it. Very phsyical. Strong belter with soprano/mix.

Age: 20s
A big-voiced snowman created by Elsa’s magic, Olaf is pure child-like innocence with an outgoing personality, big heart, and impeccable comic timing. Bari-tenor.

Male. Age: 20s
A rough around the edges, handsome outdoorsman who sells his ice on the streets of Arendelle. An orphan, raised by the Hidden Folk, his best friend is Sven, a reindeer, for whom he provides a voice so they can converse. Anna’s North Mountain climbing mission brings them closer than either of them expected. It’s along this journey up the North Mountain that they find themselves falling in love with one another. Baritone.

Male. Age: 20s
An extremely handsome royal from a neighboring kingdom, Hans is the youngest of thirteen brothers which affects his need for attention. He’s smart and chivalrous as well as cunning and calculated. He’s always one step ahead and keeps his true ambition hidden. Tenor.

Male. Age: 50s

What he lacks in stature he makes up for in regal pazazz. He learns of Elsa’s secret and attempts to steal control of Arendelle away from Queen Elsa and her “Dark Magic.” He’s willing to do anything to help him exploit Arendelle’s tradable goods for his own benefit. Small in stature, large in energy.

Female. Age: 11 years old
Bright, poised, elder princess of Arendelle who adores her younger sister. She’s careful and calculated and aims to be a perfect daughter. She wrestles with a dark power and attempts to keep her secret hidden at any cost. Soprano.

Female. Age: 8 years old
Energetic, free-spirited younger princess of Arendelle who dotes on every word and movement of Elsa. She’s the type to jump first and ask questions later. She is beyond devastated when she is isolated from her sister.

Male. Age: 30-40s
Ageless, ancient, wise, charismatic and gentle patriarch of the Hidden Folk. Strong Fatherly vibes. Baritone.

Female. Age: 30-40s
The doting mother figure of the hidden folk and partner to Pabbie. She welcomes her adopted son Kristoff home with open arms and plenty of romantic advice. Warm and loving. Strong belt.

Male. Age 30-40s
Fun-loving, teddy-bear, family-man proprietor of Wandering Oaken’s Trading Post and Sauna. Excellent improv skills and comedic timing. Tenor.

Age: 20-30s

is a reindeer of few words. He’s fiercely loyal to his best friend Kristoff, and loves calling him out for any wrongdoing. Looking for a performer with immense physical strength, ability to explore movement, while also being incredibly precise.

All genders. Adults.

Singers: Adult actors of all ethnicities with fantastic singing voices. The ensemble singers also may play and/or cover featured characters, including King Agnarr, Queen Iduna, and Oaken.

Dancers: Adult dancers of all ethnicities with excellent technique and fantastic singing voices. The ensemble dancers double as and/or cover featured roles, including King Agnarr, Queen Iduna, Pabbie, Bulda, and Oaken.

About Inclusion: Diamond Head Theatre is committed to non-traditional casting. All ages, body types, colors, ethnicities, disabilities and gender identities are encouraged to audition. Each cast member will also pledge to uphold our anti-bullying and anti-harassment policies before beginning rehearsals. We are dedicated to an open and inclusive creative environment that fosters artistic and personal growth.

Cast of volunteers

Oahu’s abundance of talented performers light up our stage show after show. Diamond Head Theatre’s productions also feature guest artists and Broadway performers.