Overview
BrightSide Theatre, Naperville’s Only Professional Theatre Performing in the Historic Downtown District is auditioning for A CHRISTMAS CAROL THE MUSICAL, (with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, and book by Mike Ockrent and Lynn Ahrens) Directed by Artistic Director Jeffrey Cass, musically directed by Jake Hartge and choreographed by Jeni Donahue.
All Rolls are Available
AUDITIONS will take place on
DATES: Sunday, August 25 & Tuesday August 27 (Callbacks Wednesday, August 28)
TIME: 6pm – 7:30pm Child Actors 8-17 and 7:30pm-10pm Actors 18+
LOCATION: Larrance Academic Center, 309 E. School Street, Naperville. IL 60540 – on the campus of North Central College
WHAT TO PREPARE: Bring headshot/resume. Prepare 16 bars of a song in the style of the show that best showcases your voice. An accompanist will be provided so please bring sheet music in the key you will be using as no a cappella or recorded music will be accepted. You may be asked to stay for a brief dance call, so dress to sing & bring movement-appropriate clothing. You will be given time to change.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL THE MUSICAL will play NOVEMBER 29 – DECEMBER 15 on Fridays at 8pm and Saturdays at 3 pm & 8pm and Sundays at 3 pm. TECH WEEK IS THE WEEK OF THANKSGIVING. NO REHEARSAL ON THANKSGIVING. ACTORS MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR ALL OF TECH WEEK AND ALL PERFORMANCES.
Child Actors 8-17 Click here https://signup.com/go/hCyzoJr to sign up for your audition time.
Actors 18+ Click here https://signup.com/go/ZYgkxQg to sign up for your audition time.
Or you may call 630-447-8497 to schedule an appt.
NO submissions accepted and NO housing is available. Walk-ins will be seen on a time available basis.
Rehearsals will begin mid October with evening rehearsals (typically Sundays 6-9 pm and Mondays through Thursdays from 7-10 pm) in Downers Grove. Both the rehearsal studio and performance space are easily accessible by way of Metra. There is pay.
We are seeking actors of all backgrounds, ethnicities, able to commit to the entire length of this production. BrightSide Theatre is an equal opportunity employer and full consideration will be given to actors of all ethnicities, women, seniors and actors with disabilities.
Material to Prepare:
WHAT TO PREPARE: Bring headshot/resume. Prepare 16 bars of a song in the style of the show that best showcases your voice. An accompanist will be provided so please bring sheet music in the key you will be using as no a cappella or recorded music will be accepted. You may be asked to stay for a brief dance call, so dress to sing & bring movement-appropriate clothing. You will be given time to change.
Time Commitment:
A CHRISTMAS CAROL THE MUSICAL will play NOVEMBER 29 – DECEMBER 15 on Fridays at 8pm and Saturdays at 3 pm & 8pm and Sundays at 3 pm. TECH WEEK IS THE WEEK OF THANKSGIVING. NO REHEARSAL ON THANKSGIVING. ACTORS MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR ALL OF TECH WEEK AND ALL PERFORMANCES.
Rehearsals will begin mid October with evening rehearsals (typically Sundays 6-9 pm and Mondays through Thursdays from 7-10 pm) in Downers Grove. Both the rehearsal studio and performance space are easily accessible by way of Metra.
Character Type/Restrictions:
All roles are available
To apply for this job email your details to info@brightsidetheatre.com
