Deerfield Family Theater
Big the Musical

Pay: No Pay

Description:

BIG The Musical - Character Breakdown
JOSH BASKIN
The story's protagonist. He has the mind, spirit, and innocence of a 13 year-old trapped in the body of a 30 year-old. Male 25 to 35. Vocal range top: B4 Vocal range bottom: Bb2

SUSAN LAWRENCE
The attractive, business-oriented Vice President of Marketing at MacMillan Toy Company. Possesses a secret giddy, school-girl innocence about her. She eventually falls for Josh. Female 30 to 40. Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: G3

MRS. BASKIN
Josh's frustrated, protective, and loving mother who is struggling with parenting a pre-teen. Female 35 to 45. Vocal range top: F#5 Vocal range bottom: G3

BILLY KOPECKI
Josh's best and most supportive friend. He is optimistic, inventive, and encouraging. Male 11 to 13. Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: F#3

YOUNG JOSH BASKIN
Obscure, seventh grade pre-teen who is frustrated by his parents and his age. Male Age: 11 to 13. Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: F3

GEORGE MACMILLAN
The owner of the MacMillan Toy Company who is fighting to save his company. Distinguished, playful, and a bit spry. Male 60 to 70. Vocal range top:G4 Vocal range bottom: C3

PAUL SEYMOUR
The Vice President for Product Development at MacMillan Toy Company vying for Susan's affection. Handsome, aggressive, self-absorbed. Male 30 to 40 Vocal range top: Eb4 Vocal range bottom: Ab3

ENSEMBLE Adults; Children; Sales People; Junior Executives

Auditions will be held
August 17-21, 2016
Jewett Community Center
836 Jewett Drive, Deerfield

Wednesday, August 17 and Thursday, August 18
6:30pm-7:30pm - KIDS (4th-8th grade)
7:30pm-8:30pm - HIGH SCHOOL and ADULT
8:45pm-9:45pm - HIGH SCHOOL and ADULT

Callbacks: Saturday, August 20 / Sunday, August 21
(Readings will be done at callbacks)
Directed by Stephen M. Genovese
Music Directed by Aaron Kaplan
Choreographed by Julie Salk
Costumes by Patty Halajian
Set and Light Design by Rich Winship

Time Commitment:

Performances at Caruso Auditorium
1801 Montgomery Road, Deerfield
Friday, November 11 and 18 - 7:30pm
Saturday, November 12 and 19 - 1:00pm and 7:30pm
Sunday, November 13 and 20 - 2:00pm

Material To Prepare:

MUSIC: Please prepare 16-32 bars of a musical theater song, and please bring sheet music. An accompanist will be provided.

DANCE: Everyone must attend the dance audition. We want to see all the dance skills that you may (or may not) possess, so that we can determine the best use of the talents shown. Please bring/wear dance attire and appropriate shoes: jazz sneakers or soft soles.

AUDITION FORMS: Please print, complete, and bring with you to your audition the set of audition forms provided at the appropriate link below (adult, high school, or kids in grades 4-8). If you wish, you may attach to the main audition form a resume and head shot. If you do not have a photo, we will take one at the audition.

CHECK THE SCHEDULE: Please be sure to check the rehearsal schedule information provided as the last page of the audition forms, and note any conflicts so that we can plan appropriately.

Contact Info:

Go to website to sign up for an audition slot.

Phone: 847-223-2659
Website: www.deerfieldfamilytheater.com