Open and Online Auditions for “Sweeney Todd” at The Henegar – Melbourne, Florida

October 4th – October 27th

• Fridays: 8:00 pm
• Saturdays: 2:00 pm & 8:00 pm
• Sundays: 2:00 pm
• Possible additional performances on Thursday evenings.

Location:

The Henegar Center, 625 East New Haven Avenue, Melbourne, FL 32901

Florida casting calls and auditions.

The Henegar Center, located in Melbourne, Florida, is a premier performing arts venue dedicated to fostering local talent and delivering high-quality theatrical productions. Nestled in a historic building that was once an elementary school, the center features a beautifully restored auditorium and modern amenities. It hosts a diverse range of performances, including musicals, plays, and special events.

Audition Information:

To schedule an audition, email auditions@henegar.org with your SATB vocal part, preferred date and time, and a performer headshot. In-person auditions are prioritized, but virtual submissions are accepted for those traveling more than 90 miles. Virtual submissions should include a headshot, theatre resume, vocal selection from the show.

In person auditions will have first consideration of casting; however, performers traveling further than 90 miles from The Henegar may submit a virtual audition. If you would like to submit a Virtual Audition please submit a Headshot, Theatre Resume, a Vocal Selection from the show, and Dance Reel (if applicable) by Saturday, August 3rd. Please include if there are any specific roles you’d like to be considered for, if you would be willing to accept any other role, if you have any conflicts throughout the run, and if you would require housing if available.

Compensation:

Eligible actors aged 16 and up will receive a paid travel stipend at the end of the show’s run. The Henegar Center offers equity guest contracts to union members and professional actor contracts when needed. The Henegar is an Equal Opportunity Theatre and encourages performers of all ethnicities to audition.

Audition Details:
Music, scenes, or choreography will be taught on the night of auditions. Callbacks may occur on the same night. Vocal sides will be sent in advance once your appointment is confirmed.

Roles Available:

• Anthony Hope (Tenor, Bb2-F4): Naive sailor, helps Todd return to London, falls in love with Johanna. (Male Identifying, 18-25)
• Johanna (Soprano, Bb3-A5): Innocent and yearning for freedom, Todd’s daughter, Turpin’s ward. (Female Identifying, 18-25)
• Tobias Ragg (Tenor, Bb2-Ab4): Poor youngster, apprenticed to Pirelli, finds family in Todd and Lovett. (Male Identifying, 16+)
• Judge Turpin (Bass/Baritone, E2-Gb4): Corrupt public official, responsible for imprisoning Todd. (Male Identifying, 45-65)
• Beadle Bamford (Tenor, D3-D5): Loyal to Turpin, pompous public official. (Male Identifying, 35-55)
• Beggar Woman/Lucy Barker (Mezzo Soprano, Ab3-F5): Deranged woman with a dark secret. (Female Identifying, 35-50)
• Adolfo Pirelli (Tenor, B2-C5): Flamboyant rival barber with a secret past. (Male Identifying, 30-45)
• Jonas Fogg: Owner of Fogg’s Asylum, sells hair to wigmakers. (Male Identifying, 21+)
• Adult Ensemble: Strong ensemble singing with solos and harmonies, various roles including customers, townspeople, policemen, and asylum inmates. (Adult 18+ vocalists/actors, 16+ with parental permission)

The Henegar Center is located at 625 East New Haven Avenue, Melbourne FL 32901

To secure an appointment for your audition, please email auditions@henegar.org with your SATB vocal part, preferred date and time, and performer headshot.

In person auditions will have first consideration of casting; however, performers traveling further than 90 miles from The Henegar may submit a virtual audition. If you would like to submit a Virtual Audition please submit a Headshot, Theatre Resume, a Vocal Selection from the show, and Dance Reel (if applicable) by Saturday, August 3rd.

Please include if there are any specific roles you’d like to be considered for, if you would be willing to accept any other role, if you have any conflicts throughout the run, and if you would require housing if available.

Every eligible actor 16 and up will receive a paid travel stipend at the end of the show’s run. The Henegar Center, when needed, will offer equity guest contracts to members of the union and contracts for professional actors. The Henegar is an Equal Opportunity Theatre, and we encourage performers of all ethnicities to audition. Please do not disqualify yourself on the basis of type, race, or physicality.

Music from the show, scenes, or choreography will be taught at the night of auditions. Some performers may be asked to attend callbacks on the same night of their audition. Vocal sides will be sent in advance of the audition date, and after we’ve confirmed your appointment.