Open Auditions

The Kelsey Theatre invites you to . . .
OPEN AUDITIONS - Anyone can audition, you do not have to be a student at MCCC. NOTE: Auditions will be held on the Mercer County Community College Campus unless otherwise stated. Check the Kelsey Theatre for room location signs. All performances will be held at Kelsey Theatre, located on the West Windsor Campus of Mercer County Community College 1200 Old Trenton Rd, West Windsor, NJ 08550 .

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HOLLYWOOD ARMS

Maurer Productions OnStage
Director: Dan Maurer
Producers: John Maurer, Diana Gilman Maurer, Dan Maurer Stage Manager: Diana Maurer

AUDITION DATES AND TIMES:
Thursday, July 9, 7pm to 9:30pm

Friday, July 10, 7pm to 9:30pm

Saturday, July 11, 10pm to 5pm
Sunday, July 12, 12pm to 5pm

CALL-BACKS (If Needed):
Wednesday, July 15, 7pm to 10pm

ABOUT THE PLAY:
Written by comic legend Carol Burnett and her daughter Carrie Hamilton, this moving comedy-drama is based on Burnett’s best-selling memoir "0One More Time." Set in California in 1941 and 1951, it tells Burnett’s story of growing up in poverty with two alcoholic parents and a nutty grandmother. Along the way audiences will witness a young girl’s journey from hardship to Hollywood legend. Ultimately, this is the funny and deeply moving story of three generations of women pursuing their dreams; dreams that end in disappointment, tragedy, and ultimately -- for one young girl -- triumph. Described by some as one part Neil Simon, one part Mama’s Family and one part Tennessee Williams, Hollywood Arms is a wholly original story of humor, heartbreak, love and courage.

AUDITION APPOINTMENTS:
You can now use our new "CastMe" system to register and schedule an audition appointment. Go to http://www.mponstage.com/registration to sign up, learn about the show, and schedule an appointment. If you don’t have access to a computer, or if you have any problems, you can still call (609) 882-2292 for help. If all the audition slots are full and you wish to audition for the show please call and we will try to set up another time. Walks in are always welcome, but an appointment is recommended.

ROLES AVAILABLE:
There are 11 roles available in this play including three children. While this is a play and not a musical, there is some limited but important singing required by several characters. The roles of Young Helen, Older Helen, Nanny, Louise and Alice, must be good singers. The actress who plays the role of Older Helen must have an especially strong voice, as she will be required to belt part of one song during the show.

Note: This play deals with mature themes. Parents of young actors are encouraged to read the script before allowing their child to audition. A perusal copy of the script will be made available upon request.
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Young Helen Child, Caucasian Female
(Must play age 10)

The role of Young Helen represents Carol Burnett at 10-year-old. We are seeking a pint-sized dynamo. She must have a winning personality, a good singing voice, good comedic timing and be able to play both dramatic and comic scenes.

Older Helen Adult, Caucasian Female
(Must play ages 20 and 40)

The role of Older Helen represents the Carol Burnett who makes her escape from her troubled family, establishes an acting career in NY and returns to rescue her younger sister from the cycle of poverty and self-destruction. This role requires the actor to play Helen at ages 40 and 20. Make up, wigs and costuming will be used to assist with the age change. The role requires excellent acting chops, and the ability to play both serious drama and some physical comedy. Must also be a good singer who can belt.

Louise Adult Caucasian Female
(Must play ages 30s to 40s)

The role of Louise represents Carol Burnett's mother. The role requires an actress with very strong acting chops who can believably show Louise’s transition from hopeful, to frustrated, to bitter, to angry and self-destructive. The role also requires some singing and playing the ukulele (or faking it well).

Nanny Adult Caucasian Female
(Must play ages 50 to 60)

The role of Nanny represents Burnett's grandmother. She is a complex character who can be fragile yet mean, funny yet serious. The role requires excellent comic timing, and a slight Texas accent.

Alice Child, Caucasian Female
(Must play age 10 to 13)

Alice represents Burnett's younger step-sister. Requires a young but experienced actress who can look very innocent in her early scenes but more mature (too mature) in later scenes. The role requires the actress to briefly smoke a real cigarette on stage.

Dixie Adult, Caucasian Female
(Must play ages 30s to 40s)

A former party girl, Dixie is a single mother who serves as the landlord at the Hollywood Arms.

Jody Adult Caucasian Male
(Must play ages 30s to 40s)

The role of Jody represents Burnett's alcoholic father. This is a dramatic role that requires an experienced actor who can communicate the weight of his illness without turning to stereotype.

Bill Adult Caucasian Male
(Must play ages 30s to 40s)

Bill, the suitor who Louise doesn’t love but eventually marries out of desperation, is a mild-mannered and kind-hearted man. This is a dramatic role requiring a strong actor.

Malcolm Child, Caucasian Male
(Must play age 10)

The role of Malcolm represents Burnett's childhood buddy. Malcolm is a street-wise, loud-mouthed, smart-aleck kid, but still just a kid.

2 Cops Adults, Caucasian Male
(Must play ages 20 and 40)

Uniformed police officer who bust Louise, Nanny and Helen when they try to run a book-making operation to make some money.

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW FOR THE AUDITION:

1. Actors auditioning for the roles of Louise, Nanny, Young Helen and Older Helen are required to audition with two of the monologues provided in the audition packet (and posted online). These monologues have been specifically chosen to show different sides of these multi-faceted characters. We are asking that you present two monologues in order to demonstrate that you can reveal the character’s different sides. Actors auditioning for all other parts may audition with just one monologue from those provided. ALL ACTORS MAY BE ASKED TO DO A COLD READING FROM THE SCRIPT.

2. Actors auditioning for the roles of Louise, Nanny, Young Helen, Older Helen, and Alice are required to participate in a vocal audition. These actors may sing a song of their choice, but it must be sung a capella. Please bring two copies of the sheet music for your song (one for you, one for the musical director). Please choose an up-beat Broadway musical-style song. You will be given only the first note and expected to sing at least 18 bars without accompaniment. Please note: any actress auditioning for the role of Older Helen must sing a song which demonstrates that she can belt.

3. This play deals with mature themes. At the auditions, parents of young actors will be required to sign a waver acknowledging that they understand the nature of the material and are allowing their child to participate. Parents are encouraged to read the script before allowing their child to audition. To obtain a perusal copy of the script email your request to auditions@mponstage.com.

4. Actors must sign up for a specific 15 minute audition appointment and arrive at least 5 minutes before the start of their audition time. PLEASE DO NOT BE LATE! If you discover on the day of your audition that you can't make your scheduled time, please call 609-882-2292 to schedule a new time.

5. You must be registered with our CastMe system in order to sign up for an audition time. Choose "Register" from the menu on the left to get your free account. Please download the audition packet from our website if you filled out all the information online you will only need to print out the conflict sheet and bring it with you to the audition. If you didn't fill out the online forms then print out all the downloaded forms, complete them at home and bring them with you to the audition (Online Terminals and forms will also be available at the audition).

6. You can upload a copy of your theatre resume and recent photo to the website or bring a copy to the audition, neither will be returned. Please note: these are important. Complete and update resume information are appreciated.

7. If you don’t fill out the audition form before arriving be prepared to list all scheduling conflicts from July 19th through October 11th. (You should include holidays, work, family commitments, & etc.) As we try to create rehearsal schedules based on cast availability, it is important that you be honest and thorough! This is a play with 11 actors. If you miss a rehearsal because of a conflict you did not tell us about, This will slow down rehearsals with scheduling delays. Don’t be the reason your fellow actors are denied a chance to work!

8. You should expect up to three rehearsals (two evenings and one weekend afternoon) per week. Call sheets will be made available to the cast to tell you which rehearsals you will need to attend. All cast members should plan to be available for daily rehearsals during tech week.

9. We expect to have the show cast no later than July 17. If needed, call-backs will be held by invitation only on Wednesday, July 15 from 7pm to 10pm. A mandatory read-through with the final cast is scheduled for Sunday, July 19th from 1 PM to 5PM.

10. All cast members will be required to assist with load in and load out.

PERFORMANCE DATES / TIMES:
Friday, October 2, 2009 at 8pm
Saturday, October 3, 2009 at 8pm
Sunday, October 4, 2009 at 2pm
Friday, October 9, 2009 at 8pm
Saturday, October 10, 2009 at 2pm & 8pm
Sunday, October 11, 2009 at 2pm

PERFORMANCE LOCATION:
Kelsey Theatre, Mercer County Community College
1200 Old Trenton Rd
West Windsor, NJ

EQUUS

Drama by Peter Shaffer

Produced by PinnWorth Productions in association with Kelsey Theatre

Directed by Lou J Stalsworth

AUDITION DATES/TIMES:

Tues/Wed, July 28 & 29, 2009 starting at 7 pm

APPOINTMENTS AND QUESTIONS:

Must be 17 or older to audition

Appointments preferred

For appointment or question - call (609) 259-2683 or email pinnworthproductions@newjersey.usa.com

PREPARE:

Prepare a 3-5 minute dramatic monologue.

Readings will also be given from the script on the day of your audition.

ABOUT THE SHOW:

Equus tells the story of a psychiatrist who attempts to treat a young man who has a pathological religious/ sexual fascination with horses.

ABOUT THE CAST:

Dr. Martin Dysart ~ Mid-40s

Alan Strang ~ 17

Nurse ~ adult

Hester Salomon, court officer ~ Mid-40s

Frank Strang ~ Alan's father

Dora Strang ~ Alan's mother

Horseman/Nugget ~ young, virile

Harry Dalton, stable owner ~ mid-50s

Jill Mason, stable girl ~ early 20s

Five additional horses ~ athletic (Gymnasts/dancer types desired for non-speaking horses ~ male and female)

PERFORMANCE DATES/LOCATION:

October 30 - November 8, 2009 at the Kelsey Theatre

BUS STOP

by William Inge

Produced by Yardley Players

AUDITION DATES/TIMES:

Sat. August 1 (10a-1p)

Sun. August 2 (1p-4p)

APPOINTMENTS & QUESTIONS:

Appointments are necessary

For Appointment or Questions contact Howard Matter at 215-675-0262

PREPARE:

Cold readings will be given from the script when you arrive to audition.

CASTING INFORMATION:

1M (20-25)

2M (35-50)

1M who plays guitar (35-50)

1M (55+)

1F (20-25) a Marilyn Monroe type

1F (16 or 17)

1F (35-45)

PERFORMANCE DATES/LOCATION:

October 16-25, 2009 at the Kelsey Theatre