Armadillo Productions
John & Jen

Pay: Yes

Description:

Armadillo Productions is proud to announce its inaugural production, John & Jen. John & Jen is a two-person sung-through musical with book and lyrics by Tom Greenwald and music by Andrew Lippa. It is a heartwarming look at a woman named Jen and the two Johns of her life: Her younger brother and son. Spanning four decades, we see Jen and her brother grow from young ages into adults with very different views. After John is tragically killed in Vietnam, Jen gives birth to a son, who she also names John, and goes to touching and often humorous lengths to resurrect his memory. Infused with jazzy up tempos, soaring ballads and memorable characters, John and Jen truly has something for everyone.

The role of John has been cast but we are seeking a Jen as well as understudies for both roles. Jen will receive a $600 stipend and both understudies will receive $200 + $50/performance if needed.

The auditions, rehearsals, and performances will take place in Champaign, IL. If successful we are planning on a Chicago transfer. There is no housing available but this is a great opportunity for actors with ties in Champaign.

Auditions will take place Sunday, November 6 from 1pm-4pm. If you cannot attend the audition we will accept a taped audition.

Jen: Female, 20-35
Protective and controlling, yet deeply loving. Vulnerable with a great sense of humor. This character arcs from a wide-eyed new sister to a free-loving hippie and finally a mother accepting her son growing up. Character ages from 6-43 over the course of the show. Seeking strong singer/actor. Soprano/belt: Range: F3-F5.

John: Male, 18-25
Fun and energetic, yet also serious and conservative. Good sense of humor. The character arcs from a newborn brother to a high school graduate going off to war and finally a young son challenging his loving mother as he grows. Seeking strong singer/actor. Tenor; Range: Ab2-C5.

Time Commitment:

First Rehearsal: February 4, 2017
Tech Begins: February 18, 2017
First Preview: February 22, 2017
Opens: February 23, 2017
Closes: March 5, 2017

Material To Prepare:

Please prepare two contrasting 32-bar cuts in the style of the show. It is preferred that at least one cut is from an Andrew Lippa show. Please bring sheet music in the appropriate key. An accompanist will be provided.

Contact Info:

Please email a headshot and resume to request an audition or submit a tape.

Reply To Email: armadilloproductioncompany@gmail.com