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Young Frankenstein Auditions
Director: Jill Bloede
Choreographer: Emily Hunter
Musical Director: Matt Primm
Auditions
Sunday, May 19th 1:00pm-4:00pm
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Monday, May 20th 6:00pm-9:00pm
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Location: Matthews Playhouse
Matthews Community Center
100 E McDowell Street
Matthews, NC 28105
Performances: July 11-28, 2024
July 11 (Preview/PWYC), 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 & 27 at 7:30pm
July 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 & 28 at 2:00pm
2 possible HELD performances on July 18 & 25 at 7:30pm
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Please submit an audition form AND sign up for an audition slot using these links.
You will need to complete BOTH parts below in order to audition.
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Note: You will have the opportunity to attach an optional resume and/or headshot with the audition form.
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We are not accepting any physical form submissions, only forms submitted through the website.
Basics:
Cast size: Large, 20-30 performers
Cast Type: Teenage and Adult Cast, Older roles, Ensemble
Dance requirement: Standard
We are looking for:
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A diverse cast of adults and teenagers ages 16 and up who can sing and dance
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Actors who are comfortable portraying multiple roles and characters
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Please be aware that this show contains adult content, language and situations. We advise parents of anyone under age 18 to familiarize themselves with the script or original movie prior to auditions. Actors under 18 will need parent/guardian permission to audition and participate (if cast).
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Audition Info:​​
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Please come prepared to sing 16-32 bars of a Broadway song. An accompanist will be provided, please bring sheet music. No CDs or a capella singing.
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Please come dressed to move or bring a change of clothes with you for the dance portion of the audition.
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Actors only need to attend one day of auditions.
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Callbacks will be held on Tuesday May 21 if necessary. Cold readings may be provided at the time of callbacks.
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Generally, rehearsals will be Monday - Thursday evenings and some Saturday/Sunday afternoons
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All actors must be available for all performances.
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Please review the below sides prior to auditioning. Memorization is not required or expected.
Character Breakdown
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Dr. Frederick Frankenstein (pronounced "Fronk-en-steen")
Brilliant brain surgeon, professor and grandson of mad scientist Dr. Victor Von Frankenstein.
Gender: Male
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: G4, Vocal range bottom: Bb2
The Monster
The misunderstood creation of Dr. Frankenstein.
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: Bb4, Vocal range bottom: Db2
Igor (pronounced “Eye-gore”)
Frederick’s faithful, bright-eyed, eager servant and friend with a hunchback.
Gender: Male
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: G4, Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Inga
Frederick’s young assistant. Attractive and a resident of Transylvania.
Gender: Female
Age: 20 to 30
Vocal range top: A5, Vocal range bottom: G3
Elizabeth Benning
Frederick's boisterous fiancé.
Gender: Female
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: F5, Vocal range bottom: F#3
Frau Blücher
Stern housekeeper of the Frankenstein estate and former lover of Victor Frankenstein.
Gender: Female
Age: 40 to 60
Vocal range top: C5, Vocal range bottom: E3
Inspector Hans Kemp
The head of police in Transylvania. Driven by justice, with a wooden arm and leg.
Gender: Male
Age: 40 to 50
Vocal range top: F4, Vocal range bottom: A2
The Hermit
A lonely, blind town hermit, hoping for a friend.
Gender: Male
Age: 30 to 60
Vocal range top: F4, Vocal range bottom: Ab2
Ziggy
The village idiot.
Gender: Male
Age: 18 to 30
Vocal range top: Eb4, Vocal range bottom: D3
Ensemble
Gravediggers, Villagers, Medical Students, Passengers
Gender: Any
Age: 16 and older
Vocal Ranges: Vary