Auditions: Oliver!
Schedule
Fri Apr 26 2024 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Corn Stock Theatre | Peoria, IL
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Musical | DramaDirected by Pam Orear
Auditions
Pick one time to attend during designated age.
Friday, April 26th:
6:00-9:00: Adults Only
Saturday, April 27th:
10:00 AM - Noon: Youth Only (7-17)
1:00 - 3:00 PM : Adults Only
3:00- 5:00 PM: All Ages (7-Adult)
Sunday, April 28th:
1:00 - 5:00 PM: All Ages (7 - Adult)
Monday, April 29th: Call Backs
Oliver is a MainStage Tent Production performed
July 12-20th - possible holdovers 21st & 22nd
Youth must be 7 years old to audition
Auditions held at CST Theatre Center
1700 N. Park Road (up hill from the tent
For college students and others not in town for the auditions, you will be able to do a virtual audition by submitting a self tape. Please contact director Pam Orear at [email protected] for instructions.
Director: Pam Orear
Choreographer: Erica Franken
Vocal / Orchestra Director: Andrea Molina
What to Expect:
Please come prepared with 32 bars of a song that best compliments your personality and voice. You can either bring sheet music or a backing track already transposed to your key. Speaker will be provided. Dress appropriately (including shoes) for a dance/ movement audition.
Youth ages 7-12 are welcome to learn the first two versus of Consider Yourself in lieu of a prepared song. Here is a link to practice. No music needed.
Rehearsals begin May 6th Mon.-Fri. evenings with a few scheduled weekends
Must bring rehearsal conflicts to auditions
from May 6- July 4
Mandatory rehearsals begin July 5th
Must be able to commit to all possible dark nights and holdover performances thru July 22
OLIVER! SYNOPSIS
Bringing Charles Dickens’ beloved novel to life, Lionel Bart’s Oliver! takes audiences on a wild adventure through Victorian England. Join young,orphaned Oliver Twist as he navigates the London’s underworld of theft and violence, searching for a home, a family, and - most importantly - for love. When Oliver is picked up on the street by a boy named the Artful Dodger, he is welcomed into a gang of child pickpockets led by the conniving, but charismatic, Fagin. When Oliver is falsely accused of a theft he didn’t commit, he is rescued by a kind and wealthy gentleman, to the dismay of Fagin’s violent sidekick, Bill Sikes. Caught in the middle is the warm-hearted Nancy, who is trapped under Bill’s thumb, but desperate to help Oliver, with tragic results. With spirited, timeless songs like “As Long as He Needs Me,” “Food, Glorious Food,” and “Where Is Love,” Oliver! is a musical classic
OLIVER! CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS
Large Ethnically Diverse Cast of Adults & Youth
PRINCIPAL AND SUPPORTING ROLES
Fagin: Early 50’s to 60”s - Strong Performer / Actor/Singer / Able to move well
Described as a very personable con man, an old thespian, devious, petty thief, sly fox, father figure, a teacher, and eccentric yet lovable villain. A man of many dimensions who takes in homeless youth and trains them to pick pockets for him. This is a large demanding role with significant character acting and singing.
British (London) accent
Baritone A-F
Nancy: 20’s to 30’s – Strong Performer/ Singer (good belt)/Actress / Dancer
When she was younger she worked for Fagin and is now a mother figure to Fagin’s gang. Longing for a better life, she has strong morals, a kind heart, tough and street smart. She is also a victim of abuse at the hands of Bill Sykes, the man she believes she loves. Nancy is the tragic heroine. Large and demanding singing and acting role.
Cockney accent
Alto A3 –E5
Oliver Twist: 7 to 12 – Strong Performer /Singer (Soprano) / Actor / Must be able to move well
An orphan workhouse boy who is overworked and underfed. Oliver is young, small, and innocent, but is also feisty, charming, and intelligent. Naive and easy to manipulate and mistreat however he never loses his sense of morality or kindness. Oliver is the sweet little waif that melts everyone’s hearts. Very large and demanding singing and acting role.
British (London) accent – not Cockney
Soprano A3-F5
Artful Dodger: 12 to 17 – Strong Performer/ Singer/ Actor / Dancer
The brightest of the Fagin gang. Very energetic, highly personable, intelligent and savvy beyond his years. Considered Fagin’s “right hand man.” He is well-spoken, precocious, and utterly charming. Needs an actor with a strong and dynamic stage presence and a quirky yet bright personality. Demanding role.
Cockney accent
Soprano / Baritone (depending on voice change) A#3/Bb3 –F5
Bill Sykes: 30’s to 40’s – Strong Singer/Actor
Also worked for Fagin as a youth now a professional burglar and feared master criminal. A cruel and merciless brut who is lacking empathy or remorse. Prone to fits of rage, he can turn violent at the slightest provocation. Everyone is fearful of his presence.
Cockney accent
Bass -BaritoneC#3 –C2
Mr. Bumble: 40’s to 60’s – Strong Singer / Character Actor
‘The Master of the Workhouse who is a pompous, self-righteous, greedy, and a corrupt bureaucrat. He oversees the workhouse where Oliver lives as a child where he abuses all those under him and is offended by the impositions on him.
British accent
Baritone -high tenor C-A
Widow Corney: 30’s to 50’s – Strong Character Actress / Solo singing
The domineering Mistress of the Workhouse who is sharp tongued and corrupt like Bumbles. She is demeaning and demanding. Comedic ability is required.
Cockney accent
Soprano belt D-G
Mr. Brownlow: 50’s to 70’s Strong Actor / Possible Solo Singing
Oliver’s grandfather who is a kind and wealthy upper class gentleman. He is compassionate, understanding, and strong in his convictions. Will stand up for what he believes is right and does not go along with the London elite. This character will be cast as either a singer or non-singer. Opportunity for a singer to do some solo singing.
Upper crust British accent
Bet: 18 - 25 Some Solo Singing / Actress / Dancer
Nancy’s friend who also had worked for Fagin as a pickpocket. She is charmed by Oliver and befriends him. Fantasizes about being rich.
Cockney accent
Mezzo -Soprano D-F
Mrs. Bedwin: 40’s to 60’s – Actress / Solo Singing
Brownlow’s housekeeper. Warm and nurturing.
British (London) accent
Mezzo C4 to D4
Mr. Sowerberry: 40’s to 60’s - Character Actor / Solo Singing
The town’s undertaker who is stingy and rather creepy. He rather likes Oliver but he can’t stand up to his domineering wife.
Comedic ability is required.
Cockney accent
Baritone C2-F3
Mrs. Sowerberry: Late 30’s to 50’s – Character Actress / Solo Singing
The wife of Mr. Sowerberry who is more business savvy than her husband. She is stingy, mean-spirited, judgmental, and constantly nagging her henpecked husband. Dislikes Oliver.
Cockney accent
Mezzo Soprano C3-F5
Noah Claypole: 18 to 25 – Strong Actor – No Solo Singing
Undertaker’s apprentice, who feels threatened by, dislikes and torments Oliver. He has a flirtatious relationship with Charlotte
Cockney accent
Charlotte: 16 - 21 – Strong Actress – No Solo Singing
Sowerberry’s rude and obnoxious daughter who takes great pleasure in teasing Oliver and flirts with Noah.
Cockney accent
Dr. Grimwig: 50’s to 70’s - Actor / No Solo Singing
Upper crust British accent
Charlie Bates: 14 – 17 – Singer / Actor / Dancer
Part of Fagin’s Gang and 2nd in command. Strong personality. He is a great admirer of the Artful Dodger and an accomplished pocket-picker.
Baritone B4 - G4
Vocal range bottom:
Cockney Accent
Old Sally: 50’s to 70”s – Character Actress - No Solo Singing
An old, sickly pauper who acts as a nurse at Oliver’s birth in the workhouse. She dies on stage after revealing truth about Oliver.
Will double in Ensemble
Cockney accent
Matron: 59’s to 60’s-Character Actress - No Solo Singing
Friend of Old Sally’s who works in the Workhouse.
Will double in Ensemble
Chairman: 30’s to 50’s - Character Actor - No Solo Singing
The Chairman is a small featured role in the Three Cripples Public House.
Part of Cockney Ensemble
PRINCIPAL ENSEMBLES
Fagin’s Gang: 10 to 17 - Youth both male and female – Must be good Performers / Singers / Dancers
Fagin’s gang who come from the streets of London are taught to pick pockets and be petty thieves. They show devotion to Fagin even though he takes what they steal and keeps it for himself. They work for Fagin in exchange for food and shelter. They all consider Fagin a teacher and father / grandfather image. Major performers in the show.
Cockney Lower Class Ensemble: Male and Female Adults – Singers/ Able to move well
Cockney Lower Class Dancers: Male and Female Adults - Singers/ Very Strong Dancers
London Upper Class Ensemble: Male and Female Adults & Youth all ages – Singers / Able to move well
London Upper Class Dancers: Male and Female Adults - Singers/ Very Strong Dancers
Workhouse Orphans: 7 to 13 – Youth male & female Singers / Able to move well
Orphans who live in the Workhouse with Oliver and are abused at the hands of Mr. Bumble and Widow Corney. They are hungry because they don't get enough food. The orphans all dream of good food and eating until they are full.
SOLO SINGING ROLES WHO WILL DOUBLE IN COCKNEY ENSEMBLE
The Rose Seller (mezzo)
Strawberry Seller (soprano)
Milk Maid (soprano)
Knife Grinder (baritone)
Long Song Seller (Tenor)
SUPPORTING ROLES WHO WILL DOUBLE IN ENSEMBLES
Workhouse Assistants (Males 18 – 25)
Bow Street Runners (Males 20’s to 50’s)
Governors(Males 40’s to 60’s)
OLIVER PRODUCTION STAFF & CREW
Director: Pam Orear
Choreographer: Erica Franken
Vocal / Orchestra Director: Andrea Molina
Stage Manager: Natalie Holland
Backstage Manager:
Production Coordinator: Tracie Carey
Production Managers: Roz Helms & Peggy Hupp
Lighting Manager: Wayne Carey
Light Design: Pam Orear, Wayne Carry, Riley Reynolds
Light Programmer/Executor: Riley Reynolds
Sound Manager: Frank Blain
Costume Manager:
Prop Managers: Teresa Black & Kristin Whittaker
Make-Up & Hair Manager:: Amy Williams
Set Construction Manager: Chris Franken
Scenic Designer: Gene Bourke
Scenic Painters: Gene Bourke & Megan Couri
Set Design: Pam Orear, Chris Franken, Gene Bourke, Megan Couri
House Manager:
Set Construction Team: Eldon Beever, Ric Creasy, Ken Hupp, Cagni Orear, Doug Orear, Jonathan Ramirez
Costume Team: Cheri Beever, Stephanie Byrne, Peggy Creasy, Aleisha Graves, Paula Graves, Carrie McMillion
Make-Up & Hair Team:
Contact Information
Pam Orear - [email protected]
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Where is it happening?
Corn Stock Theatre, 1700 N Park Rd,Peoria,IL,United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
