Tick,Tick…Boom!
Location: Schaumburg, Illinois
Audition / Call Type: Theater
Before Rent, there was tick, tick… BOOM!. This autobiographical musical by Jonathan Larson, the Pulitzer Prize- and Tony Award-winning composer of Rent, is the story of a composer and the sacrifices that he made to achieve his big break in theatre. Containing fourteen songs, ten characters, three actors and a band, Tick, Tick… Boom! takes you on the playwright/composer’s journey that led to a Broadway blockbuster.
His girlfriend wants to get married and move out of the city, his best friend is making big bucks on Madison Avenue and, yet Jon is still waiting on tables and trying to write the great American musical. Set in 1990, this compelling story of personal discovery is presented in a rock musical style.
We are casting a total of 6 performers, three of which will be the lead roles of Jon, Susan, and Michael. We will also be casting three understudies with at least one guaranteed performance. Transportation stipends of $200 per lead and $150 for understudies will be offered upon the completion of the production.
Auditions will take place January 31st and February 1st from 6 – 9 PM at 1925 Wright Blvd in Schaumburg. You can sign up for time a specific time slot. Callbacks will be taking place on February 2nd from 6 – 9 PM by invitation only.
Rehearsals will begin the week of February 6th and are tentatively set to run Monday thru Thursday 6:30 – 9:30 PM. This may change based on cast conflicts. Tech week begins March 20th and show dates are: March 24, 25, 27 and March 31, April 1 and 2. Productions will be at the Elgin Art Showcase, 164 Division Street in Elgin. Rehearsals are accessible via the Union Station Metra West Line to the Schaumburg Station (1.5 mile walk from train station to rehearsal venue.) The performance venue is .3 miles from the Metra Elgin Train Station. Please check time tables prior to auditioning to make sure times are compatible with the rehearsal and performance schedules if you are planning to use public transportation.
Auditioners should come prepared with the following:
16 – 32 bars of a song in the style of the show. Please have your song memorized and provide sheet music in your key
A monologue memorized from a contemporary play and/or musical that is NO MORE than 1 minute in length.
Jon: Male, Vocal range Top: A4 | Bottom: A2, Any Ethnicity, Age range 25 – 30. Jon (Jonathan Larson) is on the brink of celebrating his 30th birthday. A struggling New York composer searching for balance in his life along with his “big break” in the business. Charming in a way, a bit of a nerdy/awkward vibe, can become a little self-centered at times. Strong narrator that can control the stage, interact with audience, comedic timing. Michael’s roommate and Susan’s boyfriend. Ability to play piano is not required but would be a plus.
Michael: Male, Vocal range Top: Gb4 | Bottom: Bb2, Any Ethnicity, Age range 25 – 35. Michael is Jon’s roommate and best friend since they were kids. He was a former actor, now turned market research executive. Moved on in his life when it comes to career and is moving forward in life. Michael is a truly caring and kind person…a genuine soul. Funny with good comic timing and knack for sarcasm but can also hold a secret close to the vest. Same performer plays several additional character roles. Does not need to have super strong dance skills as it will make some of the choreography even more humorous. Character doublings include: Counter Guy, Dad, and Market Research Guy.
Susan: Female, Vocal range Top: D5 | Bottom A3, Any Ethnicity, Age range 20 – 30. Susan is Jon’s girlfriend of what seems like forever. Has always been the caring, supportive and nurturing kind, but is slowly losing her connection with him due to his lack of commitment. Has a self-motivated, energetic, and lovely charisma about her. Same performer plays several additional character roles requiring some excellent comedic timing. Susan is a dancer. Does not need to have top notch dance skills, but a strong mover is a plus as there will be some choreography in the show. Character Doublings include: Karessa, Rosa, Judy and Mom.
Understudies with guaranteed performance will be cast for all three roles
Direction: Rob Sharlow
Vocal Direction: Jonathan Horn
Producer: Mary Alice Benoit
Email: Point2@schaumburgonstage.org
Phone: 847-278-7185
Payment: Paid
City or Location of call: Schaumburg, Illinois
Please submit to: point2@schaumburgonstage.org by 01/21/2023 8:30 AM
To book an audition go to our Theater Forms page at: https://www.theaterforms.com/audition/dashboard/SOS/Ticktickboom/
or Visit our point2productions page on our website at http://www.schaumburgonstage.org. You will be asked to upload a headshot and resume as well as list any rehearsal date conflicts.
This casting notice was posted by: point2productions.
