Auditions - White Christmas
AUDITIONS
Step into a winter wonderland with White Christmas, the heartwarming stage musical brimming with nostalgia, romance, and dazzling holiday cheer. Based on the beloved film, this Broadway-style production features classic Irving Berlin songs like “Blue Skies,” “Sisters,” and the timeless title tune “White Christmas.” Follow two showbiz buddies as they team up with a pair of talented sisters to save a Vermont inn—and discover love and laughter along the way. With stunning choreography, sweeping melodies, and a flurry of festive spirit, White Christmas is a sparkling celebration that’s sure to warm hearts and lift spirits all season long.
Director – Rob Houle
Music Director – Joanne Landry
Choreographer – Dawn Ross
CAST REQUIREMENTS – Large adult cast and ensemble (ages 16 and up); one young girl (age 8 – 13)
Where? Mount Wachusett Community College, room A110 (formerly 182)
When? Tuesday, September 8 and Wednesday, September 9 at 6:30PM
All auditions are by appointment only.
What: Please prepare a short vocal selection that best shows your abilities and range (bring sheet music if selection is not from the show). Wear appropriate footwear for dance audition. If you are a tapper, please bring tap shoes. You can prepare for the tap audition with the tap tutorials provided here. https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/e9lw5drjtfrlrj86d3ach/AO1ePfmzZXAqKc3BBlVI784?rlkey=h0gh6h81f2ergr5ye6u9pt6ct&st=1l69500y&dl=0
To schedule an audition appointment, call 978 630-9388 or email your request to [email protected]
Performance Dates: November 27, 28 and December 4, 5 at 7:30PM; November 29 and December 6 at 2PM
Special Sensory-Friendly Performance – December 5 @ 2PM
Tentative Rehearsal Schedule: Sundays from 6 – 9PM; Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 – 9:30PM; beginning September 13
CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS
Bob Wallace – A major singing star, Bob is the guiding force behind the song and dance team of Wallace and Davis. Despite occasional gruffness, he is a deeply kind and principled man who is searching for true love. Baritone.
Phil Davis – The fun-loving song-and-dance partner of the team Wallace and Davis. An irrepressible clown, operator, and incorrigible ladies’ man who has a boyish charm and sex appeal. Strong ballroom, jazz and tap-dancing needed. Baritone-tenor.
Betty Haynes – Sensible, responsible half of the Haynes sisters act. Classic elegance of quiet beauty and charm with a rich chest mix and soprano extension. Must move well.
Judy Haynes – Younger, more ambitious and slightly scheming other sister. Wholesome and adorable, sexy and flirty. Strong jazz and tap dancer. Strong singer with a chest mix.
General Henry Waverly – Retired Army general with a curmudgeonly military exterior, adjusting to retired life in post WW II America. Precise and orderly, a man of integrity.
Martha Watson – Once a Broadway star, now the General’s housekeeper. Very dry wit and frank with a wisecracking sense of humor. Strong singer and mover, Broadway belter.
Susan Waverly – (young girl 9 to 12 to play 9 years old) – The General’s granddaughter. Lovable and outgoing. Excellent belt voice, must move very well.
Ralph Sheldrake – Jokester Army buddy of Bob and Phil’s, now a major television executive. Fast talking, loud, brash New York professional with a good head on his shoulders.
Rita and Rhoda – Bob and Phil’s two star chorus showgirls. Brash, sexy and fun.
Ezekiel Foster – Practical, the ultimate laid back New Englander. A man of few words.
Mike - Bob and Phil’s Stage Manager. Can be overly dramatic and often hysterical, but gets the job done.
Tessie – Young Character woman to play Bob and Phil’s secretary. Mezzo-soprano, belter.
Male and Female Ensemble – to play assorted speaking roles as well as being a strong singing ensemble. Strong in Ballroom, Jazz and Tap. Dance style is 1950’s Hollywood movie musical style.
For more information contact Professor Gail Steele at 978 630-9162 or at [email protected]
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Step into a winter wonderland with White Christmas, the heartwarming stage musical brimming with nostalgia, romance, and dazzling holiday cheer. Based on the beloved film, this Broadway-style production features classic Irving Berlin songs like “Blue Skies,” “Sisters,” and the timeless title tune “White Christmas.” Follow two showbiz buddies as they team up with a pair of talented sisters to save a Vermont inn—and discover love and laughter along the way. With stunning choreography, sweeping melodies, and a flurry of festive spirit, White Christmas is a sparkling celebration that’s sure to warm hearts and lift spirits all season long.
Director – Rob Houle
Music Director – Joanne Landry
Choreographer – Dawn Ross
CAST REQUIREMENTS – Large adult cast and ensemble (ages 16 and up); one young girl (age 8 – 13)
Where? Mount Wachusett Community College, room A110 (formerly 182)
When? Tuesday, September 8 and Wednesday, September 9 at 6:30PM
All auditions are by appointment only.
What: Please prepare a short vocal selection that best shows your abilities and range (bring sheet music if selection is not from the show). Wear appropriate footwear for dance audition. If you are a tapper, please bring tap shoes. You can prepare for the tap audition with the tap tutorials provided here. https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/e9lw5drjtfrlrj86d3ach/AO1ePfmzZXAqKc3BBlVI784?rlkey=h0gh6h81f2ergr5ye6u9pt6ct&st=1l69500y&dl=0
To schedule an audition appointment, call 978 630-9388 or email your request to [email protected]
Performance Dates: November 27, 28 and December 4, 5 at 7:30PM; November 29 and December 6 at 2PM
Special Sensory-Friendly Performance – December 5 @ 2PM
Tentative Rehearsal Schedule: Sundays from 6 – 9PM; Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 – 9:30PM; beginning September 13
CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS
Bob Wallace – A major singing star, Bob is the guiding force behind the song and dance team of Wallace and Davis. Despite occasional gruffness, he is a deeply kind and principled man who is searching for true love. Baritone.
Phil Davis – The fun-loving song-and-dance partner of the team Wallace and Davis. An irrepressible clown, operator, and incorrigible ladies’ man who has a boyish charm and sex appeal. Strong ballroom, jazz and tap-dancing needed. Baritone-tenor.
Betty Haynes – Sensible, responsible half of the Haynes sisters act. Classic elegance of quiet beauty and charm with a rich chest mix and soprano extension. Must move well.
Judy Haynes – Younger, more ambitious and slightly scheming other sister. Wholesome and adorable, sexy and flirty. Strong jazz and tap dancer. Strong singer with a chest mix.
General Henry Waverly – Retired Army general with a curmudgeonly military exterior, adjusting to retired life in post WW II America. Precise and orderly, a man of integrity.
Martha Watson – Once a Broadway star, now the General’s housekeeper. Very dry wit and frank with a wisecracking sense of humor. Strong singer and mover, Broadway belter.
Susan Waverly – (young girl 9 to 12 to play 9 years old) – The General’s granddaughter. Lovable and outgoing. Excellent belt voice, must move very well.
Ralph Sheldrake – Jokester Army buddy of Bob and Phil’s, now a major television executive. Fast talking, loud, brash New York professional with a good head on his shoulders.
Rita and Rhoda – Bob and Phil’s two star chorus showgirls. Brash, sexy and fun.
Ezekiel Foster – Practical, the ultimate laid back New Englander. A man of few words.
Mike - Bob and Phil’s Stage Manager. Can be overly dramatic and often hysterical, but gets the job done.
Tessie – Young Character woman to play Bob and Phil’s secretary. Mezzo-soprano, belter.
Male and Female Ensemble – to play assorted speaking roles as well as being a strong singing ensemble. Strong in Ballroom, Jazz and Tap. Dance style is 1950’s Hollywood movie musical style.
For more information contact Professor Gail Steele at 978 630-9162 or at [email protected]
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