The Home Creative Co.
Little Women

Pay: No Pay

Description:

The Home Creative Co. are holding auditions for "Little Women"
Music by: Jason Howland, Lyrics by: Mindi Dickstein, Book by: Allan Knee
Based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott
Director: Marisa Heckler Producer/Music Director: Tiger Khokunthod

WHO: The Home Creative Co. is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion while promoting cultural awareness and sensitivity. We encourage performers of all races and ethnicities, gender and sexual identities, ages, body types, and abilities, to submit/attend every audition. Seeking strong actors that are 18+ years of age. Local cast only (no housing or travel provided or stipend).

WHEN: In-Person Auditions will be on Thursday, August 11th from 6-9 pm at Judson University in the Reed Room in Lindner Tower.
Callbacks will be In-Person (Invitation Only), Tuesday, August 16th from 6-9 pm.

WHERE: Auditions/Rehearsals: Judson University, Lindner Tower, Reed Room, 1st (Main) Floor Rehearsals begin week of August 21st, 2-3 rehearsals a week dependent on schedules
Dates: Tech/Dress October 17th-20th, Performances October 21st & 23rd and 28th-30th @7PM.

WHAT: In-Person Auditions:
1. Prepare a FULL song that shows off your acting strengths as well as vocal range. An accompanist will NOT be provided. Bring your phone to play from a speaker (will be provided) (acapella is not preferred)
or
Video Submission - All Video Submissions are due by 6 pm Thursday, August 11th.
1. Fill out the audition form
2. The video should be submitted as either a direct YouTube or Google Drive link. Tech/Dress/Performances: First United Methodist Church, Rogers Hall, 216 E Highland Ave, Elgin, IL 60120

*walk-ins will be accepted

Jo March
Our story's protagonist. Passionate, adventurous, and brave. She has the idea of writing Little Women and eventually becomes engaged to Professor Bhaer.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: E3

Professor Bhaer
German Professor who exemplifies proper manners. He is a boarder in Mrs. Kirk's boarding house and eventually falls in love with Jo.
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: G2

Amy March
The youngest, most energetic sister with a rather pompous air about her. She later marries Laurie. Can double as Troll.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: Gb5
Vocal range bottom: -1

Meg March
The world-weary, yet hopeful, oldest sister who yearns for a great life. She marries John and has twins with him. Can double as Clarissa.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: Gb5
Vocal range bottom: A#3

Beth March
The second youngest sister who tragically dies of Scarlet Fever. Peace-maker, lover, and an optimist who is always encouraging her sisters to dream. Can double as Rodrigo II.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: A3

Marmee March
The girls' mother. She is the strong backbone of the family, who is courageous in spite of the difficult odds she faces. Can double as Hag.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: Eb5
Vocal range bottom: Eb3

Laurie Laurence
The bright-eyed boy-next-door with considerable charm. He loves Jo but later falls in love with Amy.
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: Bb4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2

Aunt March
A formidable, over-bearing matron and great-aunt to the March sisters. The wealthy socialite in town. Can double as Mrs. Kirk.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: E3

Mr. John Brooke
Laurie's tutor and a rather stiff man; shows very little emotion. He later marries Meg and changes.
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: C#3

Contact Info:

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