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WHEN
Audition *Dates & Times:
*Those auditioning only need to come to one audition session.
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Tuesday, February 11, 2025 - 6:30pm
- Wednesday, February 12, 2025 - 6:30pm
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***If you are unable to attend either audition days, you may submit an audition video via email to the Director for consideration. Your video should include your name, what role you are interested in, if any, what you will be singing, and your prepared 32 bar cut of a musical theatre song. Your email should include your contact info and your resume and headshot (if you have them) as well as any conflicts you may have for rehearsal/performance dates. Video submissions should be sent to jkemp@theacademytheatre.org no later than the evening of Tuesday, February 11th.***
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WHERE
Audition Location
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The Academy Theatre, 275 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335 ​
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WHAT TO PREPARE
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32 bars of music from a song in a similar style to the show that best showcases your voice and range.
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You may perform a song from The Producers.
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Must have accompaniment (either legible sheet music or instrumental track)
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Pianist will be provided.
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Bluetooth speaker will be provided.​​​
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Character sides will be provided.​
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A dance call will take place at the top of each audition day.
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ABOUT THE SHOW​
"Bialystock and Bloom!" Those names should strike terror and hysteria in anyone familiar with Mel Brooks' classic cult comedy film. Now as a big Broadway musical, The Producers once again sets the standard for modern, outrageous, in-your-face humor. It is a truly "boffo" hit, winning a record twelve Tony Awards and wowing capacity crowds night after night.
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The plot is simple: a down-on-his-luck Broadway producer and his mild-mannered accountant come up with a scheme to produce the most notorious flop in history, thereby bilking their backers (all "little old ladies") out of millions of dollars. Only one thing goes awry: the show is a smash hit! The antics of Max Bialystock and Leo Bloom as they maneuver their way fecklessly through finding a show (the gloriously offensive "Springtime for Hitler"), hiring a director, raising the money and finally going to prison for their misdeeds is a lesson in broad comic construction. At the core of the insanely funny adventure is a poignant emotional journey of two very different men who become friends.
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With a truly hysterical book co-written by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan (Annie) and music and lyrics by Mr. Brooks, The Producers skewers Broadway traditions and takes no prisoners as it proudly proclaims itself an "equal opportunity offender!"
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CHARACTER BREAKDOWN​​
Max Bialystock (The consummate con man. Naturally animated and bombastic, he is never at a loss for charm and manners. Typically conspires with Leo.)
Gender: Male
Playing Age: 40's to 50's
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: A2
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Leo Bloom (An accountant. Boring and mousy, he is a hesitant optimist who longs for something more. Dragged into a scheme by Max.)
Gender: Male
Playing Age: 30's to 40's
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: A2
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Franz Liebkind (German loyalist playwright. From his lederhosen to his pigeon, Adolph, his love for the motherland is unmistakable. He is imposing yet tender.)
Gender: Male
Playing Age: 20's to 50's
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: F2
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Rogers Debris (New York’s most famous and flamboyant stage director. Surrounds himself with deliciously beautiful clothing, people, and possessions. In a crowd, it would be impossible to miss him.)
Gender: Male
Playing Age: 50's to 60's
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: G#2
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Carmen Ghia (Roger Debris’ faithful assistant. Carmen is severe in looks and passion for Roger. He may appear younger than he actually is thanks to skilled surgeons.)
Gender: Male
Playing Age: 20's to 30's
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: C3
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Ulla Inga Hansen Benson Yonsen Tallen-hallen Svaden-svanson (A young and hopeful actress. Though her beauty might eclipse her talent, Ulla is passionate about life and art. Quite a clueless seductress in some ways.)
Gender: Female
Playing Age: 20's to 30's
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: A3
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Ensemble
Gender: Any
Age: 15+
Accountants; Bavarian Peasants; Convicts; First Nighters; Little Old Ladies; Storm Troopers; Chorus Girls; Girl Prisoners; Usherettes
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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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Performance Dates:
Friday, April 11, 2025 at 7:30pm
Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 7:30pm
Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 2:00pm
Friday, April 18, 2025 at 7:30pm
Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 2:00pm
Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 7:30pm
Friday, April 25, 2025 at 7:30pm
Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 7:30pm
Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 2:00pm
Friday, May 2, 2025 at 7:30pm
Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 7:30pm
Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 2:00pm
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