On Stage Playhouse, Monroe’s community theater, invites aspiring performers to audition for the musical comedy “Disaster.”
Auditions are scheduled for Wednesday, May 1, from 6-8 p.m., and Saturday, May 4, from 1-4 p.m. The production will run for nine performances from July 12-28. Artistic Director Marc Hammes describes the show as a side-splitting tale of New York City elite embarking on a calamity-laden cruise, featuring earthquakes, tidal waves, infernos, and even killer rats, all set to a backdrop of ’70s hit songs. Rated PG-13, the production boasts Hammes as director, Mandy Stertzbach as vocal musical director, and Amanda Gibson as choreographer.
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Auditions, open to individuals aged 16 and above of any ethnicity, offer roles ranging from a faded disco queen to a dashing man and even a gambling-addicted nun. Actors and singers are encouraged to attend auditions, bringing a 1-minute song either sung to a track or acapella. Additionally, there will be a cold reading from the script and potentially a dance audition. On Stage is conveniently located at 215 High School Avenue in Monroe.
“DISASTER!” AUDITIONS
When: Wednesday, May 1, 6-8 p.m.
Saturday, May 4, 1-4 p.m.
Location: On Stage Playhouse
215 High School Avenue, Monroe, GA.
Directed by:
Marc Hammes
Vocal Music Director:
Mandy Stertzbach
Choreographer:
Amanda Gibson
About the Show: “DISASTER!” is a hilarious musical comedy featuring iconic hits from the ’70s. Set aboard a floating casino and discotheque in 1979 New York, the story follows a diverse cast of characters as they face earthquakes, tidal waves, infernos, and killer rats. Directed by three-time Emmy Award nominee Seth Rudetsky and Jack Plotnick, this PG-13 production promises laughs, catchy tunes, and plenty of surprises.
Audition Information:
- Ages 16 & Up
- Auditionees should come anytime during the specified dates and times, prepared for a 30-minute audition slot.
- Prepare approximately 1 minute of a song to sing (with a track or acapella).
- Cold readings from the script and a potential dance audition may be included.
Rehearsal Information: Rehearsals will generally be held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7-9pm, and Saturdays from 2-5pm. No absences allowed during tech weeks (June 24-29, July 8-12) and performances. No rehearsal July 2-6.
Performance Dates:
July 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 & 27 at 8pm.
July 21 & 28 at 2pm.
July 23 at 7:30pm.
Casting Information:
Actors of ALL ethnicities encouraged to audition. Roles are open to those aged 16 & Up, with roles listed below.
Roles Include:
- Chad (Age: 35-43)
- Scott (Age: 30-40)
- Ted (Age: 40-50)
- Marianne (Age: 33-40)
- Tony (Age: 35-50)
- Jackie (Age: 32-42)
- Ben/Lisa (Age: 15-17)
- Sister Mary Downey (Age: 30-50)
- Shirley (Age: 50-65)
- Maury (Age: 50-65)
- Levora Verona (Age: 30-50)
- Ensemble (Age: 18 & Up)
For details, visit www.onstagewalton.org and navigate to “Get Involved.”