Directed by Ted Watts Jr.

*WE ARE ONLY ACCEPTING VIDEO AUDITIONS!

All those auditioning must submit a video audition to jkemp@theacademytheatre.org no later than 11:59PM on Thursday, August 29, 2024.

AUDITION DEADLINE

Thursday, August 29, 2024 – 11:59pm

Auditions may be submitted any time between now and August 29th. Earlier submissions are preferred!

Please fill out the online audition form when you submit your video audition.

If you are having trouble getting your video through, call 814-337-8000, or send an email (without an attached video) to jkemp@theacademytheatre.org.

CALLBACKS

After submission, some auditionees may be asked to submit a reading. All materials will be provided.

*Not being asked for a callback does not mean you won’t be cast.

WHAT TO INCLUDE IN YOUR VIDEO AUDITION

Record yourself in front of a neutral background with natural or bright lighting.
Give us your name, the role(s) you are auditioning for, and what song you are singing.
40-60 seconds of a song of your choice. Songs from "Rocky" are welcome.
Must have accompaniment (either piano or a karaoke track).

There is no need to provide a monologue or dance routine. We want to see your acting skills through your song.

*OTHER IMPORTANT INFO:

Not all roles are open! The only open roles are listed below.
All those auditioning must be 16 years or older. (Some characters must be 18 years or older. That info can be found below.)
Rehearsals will begin Monday, September 9, 2024.

OPEN ROLES/CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS:

Please note: The following roles are open to actors of all ethnicities and gender identities.

*Indicates that the character will be required to perform in revealing costumes

+Indicates that the character will be required to perform sexually explicit material

(these actors must be 18 years or older.)

NARRATOR
Performed Age: Flexible
Range: Non-Singing Role
Character Description: Follows our two heroes’ through the story by narrating directly to the audience.

RIFF RAFF
Performed Age: 25-45
Range: High Rock Tenor, D3-B4
Character Description: A Transylvanian who came to Earth with their sibling Magenta and master, Dr. Frank ‘N’ Furter. Resembling more of a zombie they often make harmless conversation seem awkward and foreboding.

COLUMBIA*+
Performed Age: Flexible
Range: Mezzo Soprano Belt, E4-E5
Character Description: Columbia is a groupie and one of Frank’s previous lovers; now serves as a servant in the castle.

MAGENTA
Performed Age: Flexible
Range: Mezzo Soprano Belt, Bb3-Eb5
Character Description: A Transylvanian who came to Earth with their sibling Riff Raff and master, Dr. Frank ‘N’ Furter. Serves as the awkward maid of the castle.

EDDIE
Performed Age: 22-35
Range: Baritone, E3-F#4
Character Description: Abandoned their delivery job to live in the castle. Eddie was Columbia and Frank’s ex-lover, half of his brain was used to create Rocky; A total rock and roll junkie.

DR. SCOTT
Performed Age: Flexible
Range: Baritone, E3-F#4
Character Description: Brad’s former science teacher and close friend. He ends up at the castle while looking for his nephew, Eddie.

PHANTOMS / TRANSYLVANIANS
Performed Age: 16+
Range: SATB
Character Description: Inhabitants of The Rocky Horror Show world.

CREW & VOLUNTEERS

Not a fan of the spotlight, but still want to be involved? We need volunteers for everything from hair and make-up to crew and lights. Send an email to jkemp@theacademytheatre.org

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