Website Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
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SEEKING: Non-Union Chicagoland based adult Actors/Singers/Dancers for principal roles in The Wedding Singer and The Wizard of Oz. Auditions for children’s ensemble in The Wizard of Oz will be held at a to be determined future date.
APPOINTMENTS: Appointments are available via SignUp Genius and are first come, first seen. If you are unable to get an appointment, walk-ins are welcome and will be seen on a first come, first seen basis time permitting. Casting will make best efforts to see all walk-ins during the allocated time.
THE WEDDING SINGER CREATIVE TEAM:
Director/Choreographer: Amber Mak
Music Director: Carolyn Brady
Asst. Director/Choreographer: Nich O’Neil
THE WIZARD OF OZ CREATIVE TEAM:
Director: Tor Campbell
Music Director: Sharon Carlson
Material to Prepare:
Prepare one 1-minute cut from your book that showcases you. May be a selection from the show you are auditioning for. Bring your printed music cut in your key and your current headshot and resume. An accompanist will be provided.
Time Commitment:
THE WEDDING SINGER:
Rehearsals: 4/6/2026-4/22/2026
Rehearsal Hours: 10a-6p Mon- Sat
Tech: Begins 4/23/2026
Previews: April 29 - May 2, 2026
Press Opening: May 2, 2026
Closing: May 24, 2026
THE WIZARD OF OZ:
Rehearsals: 6/3/2026-6/26/2026
Rehearsal Hours: 6p-10p Weds-Fri, 10a-6p Sat/Sun
Tech: Begins 6/27/2026
Previews: July 8 - July 11, 2026
Press Opening: July 11, 2026
Closing: August 9, 2026
Character Type/Restrictions:
THE WEDDING SINGER
ROBBIE (25-35) - The protagonist and New Jersey’s favorite wedding singer. Robbie is charismatic, kind-hearted, and a hopeless romantic. After being left at the altar, he transforms into a cynical "wedding trasher" before finding a new spark with Julia.
JULIA (25-35) - A sweet, grounded waitress who dreams of her perfect wedding. Julia is empathetic and sees the best in everyone, which initially blinds her to Glen’s flaws. Her chemistry with Robbie is built on genuine friendship and shared values.
SAMMY (25-35) - The bassist in Robbie’s band and his best friend. Sammy is a quintessential "tough guy" who wears leather and tries too hard to be cool to overcompensate for his lack of direction. He has a complicated, lingering history with Holly.
GEORGE (25-35) - The band’s flamboyant keyboardist. George is heavily inspired by Boy George and provides much of the show’s comedic relief and eccentric flair. He is sensitive, loyal, and has a signature high-pitched vocal style.
HOLLY (25-35) - Julia’s cousin and best friend. Holly is bold, sexually confident, and loves a good party. While she presents a tough exterior, she’s looking for something real—though she’d never admit it at first.
GLEN GUGLIA (30-35) - Julia’s fiancé. Glen is a high-powered Wall Street "junk bond" salesman who represents everything shallow about the 1980s. He is wealthy, arrogant, and views Julia more as a trophy than a partner.
ROSIE (60+) - Robbie’s grandmother. Rosie is sassy, energetic, and surprisingly hip for her age. She provides Robbie with wisdom and comedic moments, including a memorable 80s-style rap.
LINDA (25-35) - Robbie’s ex-fiancée who leaves him at the altar via a letter. Linda is a "trashy" rock-and-roll girl who realizes too late that she misses the stability Robbie provided.ANGIE (45+) - Julia’s mother. Angie is a quintessential Jersey mom—a bit overbearing, focused on social status, and desperately wants Julia to marry "well" (meaning Glen and his money).
THE WIZARD OF OZ
DOROTHY GALE (Adult to play teen) - Young, innocent, and brave. Range: G3-C5 (opt. E5)
AUNT EM/GLINDA (35-50) – Emily Gale - Dorothy’s loving but strict aunt. Glinda - The Good Witch of the North. Range: G3-C5
UNCLE HENRY/EMERALD CITY GUARD (35-50) - Henry Gale - Dorothy’s loving uncle. Range: Bb2-Eb4
ZEKE/COWARDLY LION (20s-30s) – Fearful farmhand who becomes the timid lion seeking courage. (Range: Bb2-F4)
HICKORY/TINMAN (20s-30s) – Cranky farmhand who becomes the tin woodsman seeking a heart. Range: Bb2-G4
HUNK/SCARECROW (20s-30s) – Goofy farmhand who becomes Dorothy’s brainless yet caring friend. Range: Bb2-F#4 (opt. Ab4)
MISS ALMIRA GULCH/THE WICKED WITCH OF THE WEST (40-60) – Mean neighbor who becomes the cruel and evil Wicked Witch. Non-singing role
PROFESSOR CHESTER MARVEL/THE WIZARD OF OZ (45-65) – A traveling magician who becomes the fraudulent leader of Oz. Non-singing role
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