AUDITIONS
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
(Show dates November 24 - December 23)
Synopsis:
A well known tradition in the Coastal Bend area. The Harbor Playhouses' annual production of A Christmas Carol is a spectacular adaptation of Charles Dickens' most well-known story and is a must see event for the holidays.
Originally produced at the Theatre at Madison Square Garden
Ebenezer Scrooge is a prosperous curmudgeon who believes that personal wealth is far more valuable than the happiness and comfort of others. With an infuriated "Bah! Humbug!" Scrooge summates his feelings of Christmas tidings and charitable giving, but he's forced to face his selfish ways when three ghosts on Christmas Eve lead him through his Past, Present and Future. Thanks to their guidance, Scrooge recognizes his faults and greets Christmas morning with a cheerful "Happy Christmas" before spending the day reconnecting and sharing love with those that mean the most to him.
Audition Dates: Friday, September 8th & Saturday, September 9th at 6:00 PM.
Director: Diana Van Horn
Music Director: Alyce Oblad
Choreographer: Katie Loflin
Stage Manager: Kyler Brooklyn
AUDITION INFO
Auditions are open to the community ages 5 and up. New faces are always welcomed! Each auditioner will be given a number based on time of arrival and completion of audition packet.
AUDITIONS WILL BE BROKEN INTO TWO PARTS:
MUSIC AUDITION: The Music Director will split the auditioners into 2 groups – children 12 and under and anyone 13 or older. Each group will be taught a selection from the show. You will then each individually sing that selection to the production team with a backing track. There will be NO 16 bar auditions.
Children will be taught a selection from “Gracie’s Song, Final Bows”
Women over the age of 13 will sing a selection from “The Lights of long Ago”
Men over the age of 13 will sing a selection from “Abundance and Charity”
DANCE AUDITION: The Choreographer will teach a dance combo. You will then dance in small groups for the Director and the Choreographer. Wear comfortable clothes and closed-toed shoes (dance shoes are recommended, but not required).
REMEMBER TO BRING:
A list of conflicts. List of existing conflicts (You MUST be available for all performance dates)
Completed audition form Completed audition form and a headshot - (Extra forms will be available to fill out at auditions and we will have a camera to take a headshot if you don’t have one)
Dress: Dress comfortably and be ready to make a strong first impression. Avoid costumes. Dance or closed-toe shoes please. (no flip-flops, sandals, or jewelry that impedes movement.)
Familiarize yourself with the show and characters prior to the audition. The internet is loaded with resources for finding plots, listening to soundtracks, and seeing videos of past productions.
Arrive early so you have time for check-in and warm-up.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
Scrooge: A man who lost his father to creditors as a kid and has grown up heeding his father's advice to save his money. Until he realizes how terrible he's become, he is grumpy, unsympathetic man and has no time for anyone or anything.
Gender: Male
Age: 45 to 65
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Mr. Cratchit: A father and husband who cares deeply for his family, particularly his youngest son. He works hard to provide for them but is mistreated by his employer, Scrooge.
Gender: Male
Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range top: E5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Mrs. Cratchit: Tiny Tim's mother and Mr. Cratchit's wife. She is a loving mother who tries to provide the best for her children with what she's got.
Gender: Female
Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range top: E5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Tiny Tim: Mr. and Mrs. Cratchit's youngest son. He is crippled and sick, but is the definition of loving Christmas spirit. He constantly reminds his family that as long as they all have each other, they will be happy.
Gender: Male
Age: 9 to 12
Vocal range top: E5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Fred: Scrooge's nephew and only living relative. He is a pleasant young man who believes in the good a joyful Christmas spirit can make in the world.
Gender: Male
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Ghost Of Christmas Present: A jovial, larger-than-life ghost who comes back to show Scrooge all the joy, love, and celebration he his missing out on while those around him celebrate Christmas. Actor doubles as Sandwichboard Man.
Gender: Male
Age: 35 to 45
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Ghost Of Christmas Past: An ever cheerful, sprightly ghost who comes back with the history book of Scrooge's past to show him the events that led to his current state. Actor doubles as Lamplighter.
Gender: Male
Age: 40 to 60
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Blind Old Hag / Ghost Of Christmas Future: A beautiful, and terrifying wrath, the Ghost of Christmas Future is strong and silent as she shows Scrooge what will happen to him and those around him if he continue down the path he is currently treading.
Gender: Female
Age: 50 to 65
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Marley: Scrooge's former business partner who, before his death, was exactly like Scrooge. Comes back as a ghost in chains to warn Scrooge of how his life decisions will bind him in the afterlife.
Gender: Male
Age: 45 to 55
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Scrooge's Mother
Young Scrooge
Fan
Emily: Scrooge's fiancé from when they were young. She is a beautiful girl, not impressed or in need of money.
Gender: Female
Age: 18 to 25
Vocal range top: B5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Mrs. Fezziwig: The consummate hostess and Mr. Fezziwig's wife, she loved to help throw the Christmas party every year. She is prideful.
Gender: Female
Age: 50 to 60
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Mr. Fezziwig: A portly, jolly man who used to throw a huge Christmas party every year for the community. He was Scrooge's first boss and after teaching him all he knew, he became deeply disappointed in the man Scrooge became.
Gender: Male
Age: 55 to 65
Vocal range top: B5
Vocal range bottom: A3
ENSEMBLE
Charity Elves; Bankers; Street Vendors; Sailors; Ghosts; Jailers; Clerks; Monks