Kelsey Theatre is committed to advancing an environment of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism. We aim to foster an inclusive environment for people of all races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, creeds, socio-economic statuses, nationalities and abilities.
The Kelsey Theatre has 10 different Theatre Companies that use our stage and their needs vary. Please read ALL audition notices through to see what is required and how to sign up for the audition.
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Signup link https://tinyurl.com/Seussical-audition
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Seussical, the Musical is a vibrant, heartwarming celebration of imagination and community, weaving together beloved stories from the world of Dr. Seuss. Led by the mischievous Cat in the Hat, the musical follows Horton the Elephant as he protects the tiny Whos living on a speck of dust while also guarding an abandoned egg left in his care by Mayzie La Bird. Along the way, Horton faces ridicule, danger, and doubt, but with the unwavering faith of Gertrude McFuzz and the power of friendship, loyalty, and perseverance, the community ultimately comes together in triumph.
All performances will take place at:
Kelsey Theatre, Mercer County Community College
1200 Old Trenton Rd, West Windsor NJ 08550
AUDITION DATES & TIMES:
Auditions are by appointment only. https://tinyurl.com/Seussical-audition
Auditions will be held on the Mercer County Community College West Windsor Campus.
Check the Kelsey Theatre sign board for room location on the day of your audition.
APPOINTMENTS AND QUESTIONS:
Audition appointments: https://tinyurl.com/Seussical-audition
For questions, please contact: Haley Schmalbach 📧 happy2tappy@gmail.com
PLEASE BRING A HEADSHOT AND RESUME, OR SEND TO info@theatertogo.com
PREPARE:
REHEARSALS:
SEEKING:
Performers of all ages (8 and up), genders, ethnicities, and abilities. All roles are Non-Union.
CHARACTER INFORMATION:
Adapted by Patrick Barlow
From the novel by John Buchan
From the movie by Alfred Hitchcock
Licensed by ITV Global Entertainment Limited
And an original concept by Simon Corble and Nobby Dimon
The 39 Steps is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com
MPOnStage and Kelsey Theatre are committed to advancing an environment of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in all productions and programs offered by the resident theater companies. We aim to foster an inclusive environment for people of all races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, creeds, socio-economic statuses, nationalities and abilities.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have this fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre. Only four actors play more than 50 characters in what becomes a feat of herculean hilarity and hairpin turns in this two-time Tony Award-winning whodunit. Watch carefully as this show is chock-full of Alfred Hitchcock “Easter eggs” galore. When a chance encounter with an ill-fated beautiful spy sends Richard Hannay into the bullseye of a dangerous international crime ring it will send our audience on a bullet train-fast comic thrill ride full of plot twists, romance, quick-changes, and laughs delivered at a delightfully dizzying pace.
PERFORMANCE DATES
Fri. Apr. 24 & May 1 at 8pm
Sat. Apr. 25 at 8pm & May 2 at 2pm
Sun. Apr. 26 & May 3 at 2pm
AUDITION DATES AND TIMES:
● Saturday, Feb 28th 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
● Sunday, March 1st 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
● Callbacks by invitation only on Monday, March 2nd
Casting is open to performers of any race/ethnicity, gender identity or gender-non-conforming and ability for all roles. All performers must be 17 years old by the date of auditions.
Auditions will be held on the Mercer County Community College West Windsor Campus. Check the Kelsey Theatre sign board for a room location on the day of your audition. MCCC is located at 1200 Old Trenton Rd, West Windsor, NJ 08550
APPOINTMENTS AND QUESTIONS:
Please visit our online signup to schedule your appointment: Sign up now!
Appointments are strongly suggested. Walk-ins will be taken as time allows. For questions, please contact mailto: Info@MPonStage.com
AUDITION PREPARATION:
● Auditioners will be asked to read excerpts from the script, alone and with others.
● Auditioners should wear comfortable clothing/shoes.
● Please download and complete the Audition Form prior to your audition.
● Bring the complete Audition Form, all conflicts, resume, and photo.
Rehearsals will begin shortly after the show is cast. Rehearsals will be scheduled based on cast availability and will generally be two evenings per week and one weekend day rehearsal until we are closer to opening.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN:
There are 4 Actors playing 50 roles. This is an intensive movement show with quick changes, physical comedy and multiple accents. All those cast will be moving props and scenery as part of their blocking.
Key Accents Required:
• British (RP/Standard): Used for Richard Hannay and Pamela.
• Cockney: Compere, Mr. Memory, Police, Others.
• German: Essential for the character of Annabella Schmidt.
• Scottish: Required for characters in the Highlands, such as the crofter and his wife.
• Actor 1 (Male): Plays only Richard Hannay, the protagonist. Dapper, charming English gentleman. Must be able to do a standard BBC British accent. Large amount of physical comedy
• Actor 2 (Female): Plays all three primary female characters who encounter Hannay.
Anabella The exotic secret agent who sends Hannay on his journey and on the run from spies. Must be able to do a German accent.
Margaret A small town farmer’s wife who dreams of adventure beyond her everyday life. Must be able to do a Scottish accent. Shy, innocent, and kind.
Pamela The leading lady to the end of the story. Witty, classy, and bold. Must be able to do a standard British accent.
• Actor 3 (Clown 1) - Male or Female):
• Actor 4 (Clown 2) - Male or Female):
Multiple characters will be split up between the two. Must have a wide range of character acting and accent work. Can be played by either gender.
Clown 1 & 2 Rolls
Crofter: Margaret’s jealous husband who is very controlling of his wife. Must be able to do a Scottish accent. Brash, jealous, and skeptical.
Mr. Memory: A stage performer who has the ability to recall thousands of facts upon demand. Must be able to do a British Cockney accent.
Compere: Mr. Memory’s emcee to his act. Must be able to do a British Cockney accent. Loud, outgoing, performative.
Professor Jordon: The mysteriously mischievous professor who has the key to what the 39 Steps are. Must be able to do British accent.
Announcer: Must have a radio-style transatlantic accent who reports the latest news on Hannay’s criminal status.
Inspector Albright: Leading inspector and chasing after Hannay. Must be able to do a British accent.
2 Gangsters
Milkman
Salesman 1/Paperboy/Mrs. Higgins*
Salesman 2/Policeman/Porter*
Policeman 1
Policeman 2
Pilot 1
Pilot 2
Mrs. Jordan
Sheriff
Dunwoody
McQuarrie
Heavy 1
Heavy 2
Mr. McGarricle
Mrs. McGarricle
*Changes character within a scene
Off-Centre Stages
Off Centre Stages and Kelsey Theatre are committed to advancing an environment of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism. We aim to foster an inclusive environment for people of all races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, creeds, socio-economic statuses, nationalities and abilities.
PLEASE READ THIS NOTICE IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE YOU DO NOT MISS ANY IMPORTANT INFORMATION.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
On the night of his 35th birthday, confirmed New York City bachelor, Robert, contemplates his unmarried state. Over a series of dinners, drinks, parties, and even a wedding, his married friends examine the pros and cons of sharing your life with a partner. The habitually single Robert is then forced to question his adamant retention of bachelorhood during an array of hilarious, moving, and thought-provoking interactions with the people around him. Company is a fast-moving, deeply-felt modern exploration of loneliness and connection.
Off-Centre Stages’ production of Company will be performed with live pit musicians.
Licensing and Casting Note:
The recent gender-swapped Broadway revival version of Company is NOT licensable.
Therefore, we are producing the original version, with the character of Bobby written as male. Performers of all gender identities are encouraged to audition for all roles as written.
AUDITION DATES & TIMES:
Auditions will be held on the Mercer County Community College West Windsor Campus. Check the Kelsey Theatre sign board for a room location on the day of your audition.
MCCC is located at 1200 Old Trenton Rd, West Windsor NJ 08550
APPOINTMENTS:
Please sign up using THIS GOOGLE FORM - a SignUp Genius link is at the end of the form to sign-up for a 1 hour time slot. We anticipate slots filling up quickly. Please ensure you properly register by completing the Google Form AND signing up for a time via SignUp Genius.
If you absolutely cannot make in-person auditions, video submissions may be accepted on a case-by-case basis. Please reach out to the director to discuss.
If you have any questions about anything at all, please contact the director at anytime at JonathanEdmondson94@gmail.com
PREPARE: (All materials located in THIS FOLDER)
REHEARSALS:
Rehearsals will commence on or around April 19 with a read through, and will be held 2 to 3 times weekly. Additional weekly rehearsals will be added closer to the show, and we will work around summer holidays.
A very tentative rehearsal calendar has been included in the audition materials folder listed above, but please note exact rehearsal days of the week will be determined based on actor availability AFTER casting. This is just to give you a general sense of what the schedule may look like. Not every actor will be called to every rehearsal.
Availability for all performances and tech rehearsals is mandatory.
CONFLICTS:
Conflicts will be collected during your audition registration, and confirmed during the casting process. From there, limited absences will be approved, except in the event of illness or emergency. Excessive absences may result in the recasting of a role. We also ask that you disclose any intentions of rehearsing or performing in another show that overlaps in any way with Company at the time of your audition.
SEEKING:
Roles are open to performers 18+ of all races, gender identities, sexual orientations, body types, and abilities. All roles are Non-Equity, unpaid.
CHARACTER AND CASTING INFORMATION:
Please note that ages and gender presentations described below are of the characters, not necessarily of the actors who play them. Seeking a cast of 14 incredibly engaging actors, movers, and musicians. Note that there is no ensemble. Excellent musicianship is a must for the entire cast.
Each character engages in some form of light onstage intimacy, as many are in committed relationships. Certain characters - including Robert and April - have more explicit intimate scenes. An Intimacy Director will work with each actor and couple to ensure comfort and safety.
Yardley Players Theatre Company
Yardley Players and Kelsey Theatre are committed to advancing an environment of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism. We aim to foster an inclusive environment for people of all races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, creeds, socio-economic statuses, nationalities and abilities.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Journey with Ariel, a young mermaid longing to explore the human world, as she defies her father, King Triton, to follow her dreams. Alongside her beloved friends Flounder, Sebastian, and Scuttle, Ariel must face the cunning sea witch Ursula and make the ultimate choice between love and freedom. Filled with unforgettable songs like Part of Your World, Under the Sea, and Kiss the Girl, this enchanting musical is perfect for the whole family. With stunning costumes, captivating choreography, and dazzling sets, this production brings the underwater magic of Disney to life like never before. Don’t miss this timeless tale of courage, love, and self-discovery!
AUDITION DATES & TIMES:
Auditions will be held on the Mercer County Community College West Windsor Campus. Check the Kelsey Theatre sign board for a room location on the day of your audition. MCCC is located at 1200 Old Trenton Rd, West Windsor NJ 08550.
APPOINTMENTS:
Appointments are required. Please fill out the Google Form here to request an appointment. (APPOINTMENT FORM LINK)
QUESTIONS:
Please direct any questions to Kristy Davis via email at DirectorKristyDavis@gmail.com
PREPARE:
REHEARSALS:
Rehearsals will begin the first week of April. We will rehearse approximately 3 times a week (2 weeknights and 1 weekend) on the campus of Mercer County Community College. We will begin with the large group ensemble numbers in April. In May, we will focus on scene work and small group numbers, with some ensemble review days mixed in. We will rehearse more frequently during the months of June and July and attendance will be crucial.
SEEKING:
CHARACTER INFORMATION: