Auditions for School of Rock
Schedule
Sat Jan 07 2023 at 10:00 am to Sun Jan 08 2023 at 06:00 pm
Location
The Governor's School for the Arts | Norfolk, VA
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Virginia Musical Theatre announces casting for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock with direction by Marc Tumminelli and musical direction by Allan Decipulo.In need of a large adult ensemble to play multiple roles, and child actors that can appear to be in the 11-13 year old age range. All roles (adults and children) are currently open, although a casting call will also be held in New York City. Not all child roles require the ability to play an instrument, but some are very specific.
Please prepare two 32-bar musical selections of contemporary Broadway, pop or rock music. Backing tracks can be used, but performing using marked sheet music with our accompanist is preferred. Bring a headshot and resume, along with your sheet music, to the audition.
Auditions will run Saturday, Jan 7th 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM and Sunday, Jan 8th 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM at The Governor’s School for the Arts, 254 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA. Street parking is scarce, so it is best to park at the nearby MacArthur Center garage and walk.
Rehearsals will run Saturday, Feb 4th – Friday, Feb 24th. Shows will run Feb 24th, 25th & 26th at Sandler Center for the Performing Arts in Virginia Beach.
Please call the VMT offices at (757) 340-5446 or email [email protected] to sign up for an audition timeslot.
The Adults
Dewey Finn (Plays Guitar and Sings Rock Tenor): The protagonist, Dewey is a struggling rockstar who is kicked out of his band at the beginning of the show. In need of money, he poses as a substitute teacher and recreates his band with the students, who are musical prodigies. Dewey is desperate, energetic, dull-witted, and often more childish than his students.
Rosalie Mullins (Mezzo Soprano): Rosalie is the high-strung school principal. She has a secret love of rock music, and longs to be more carefree.
Ned Schneebly (Baritone): Dewey's longtime friend, former bandmate, and current roommate. Ned is a pushover, especially when it comes to his girlfriend, Patty. Dewey impersonates Ned to get the substitute teaching job.
Patty Di Marco (Soprano): Ned's pushy, demanding girlfriend. She hates Dewey and wants him out of their lives.
The Kids
Summer (Mezzo Soprano): One of the brightest students at the school, Summer initially hates Dewey, but becomes the band’s manager in an effort to strengthen her college applications.
Zack (Guitarist, Tenor): The band’s lead guitarist who is desperate to impress his workaholic father.
Lawrence (Keyboardist): A boy who lacks confidence in his abilities, until Dewey convinces his to stick with the band.
Freddy (Drummer, Tenor): A rambunctious boy who is often disruptive during rehearsal, Freddy is always told by his father (and Summer) that he isn’t smart.
Katie (Bassist): A quiet, serious girl who plays the cello in the orchestra, but takes up the bass for the band. She is often emotionless, and Dewey works hard to bring the passion out of her.
Tomika (Mezzo Soprano): A shy new student who is accepted off the wait list, but despite not having any friends becomes the lead singer in the band because of her beautiful voice.
Shonelle and Marcy (Backup Vocals): Two talented girls who become the backup singers and dancers for the band but struggle with blending into the background too much.
Billy (Tenor): A flamboyant and artistic boy with a love for style and fashion.
Mason (Tech): A nerdy, tech-savvy boy who designs all the lighting and special effects for the band using his laptop.
James (Security): A boy who has the job of watching for teachers during rehearsals and alerting the rest of the band so they can hide the instruments.
Sophie and Madison (Backup Dancers): Two girls who become the band’s talented backup dancers. They are usually seen together, much like Shonelle and Marcy.
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Where is it happening?
The Governor's School for the Arts, 254 Granby St,Norfolk,VA,United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
