Overshadowed Theatrical Productions, committed to presenting quality, talent- filled, family-friendly entertainment, announces auditions for their newest production, Holiday Inn!, with music and lyrics by Irving Berlin and book by Gordon Greenberg and Chad Hodge.
Auditions are by appointment only. Please email: reba.hervas@overshadowed.org to schedule an audition. Those auditioning should come prepared with 32 bars of a song in the style of the show. Upon scheduling an audition a link will be send that contains the dance audition. Please be prepared to perform the dance.
Please note: Please bring sheet music with appropriate cuts, An accompanist will be provided. No acapella or taped music.
WHERE: JUBILEE BIBLE CHURCH, 900 FOSTER RD. , MEDINAH, ILLINOIS
When: Saturday, Oct 5, 1:00-5:00 or
Monday, Oct 7th 6:00-9:30pm
Callbacks will be on October 8th
Irving Berlin’s HOLIDAY INN tells the story of Jim, who leaves the bright lights of show business behind to settle down on his farmhouse in Connecticut… but life just isn’t the same without a bit of song and dance. Jim’s luck takes a spectacular turn when he meets Linda, a spirited schoolteacher with talent to spare. Together they turn the farmhouse into a fabulous inn with dazzling performances to celebrate each holiday, from Thanksgiving to the Fourth of July. But when Jim’s best friend Ted tries to lure Linda away to be his new dance partner in Hollywood, will Jim be able to salvage his latest chance at love?
Based on the classic film, this joyous musical features thrilling dance numbers, laugh-out-loud comedy and a parade of hit Irving Berlin songs, including “Blue Skies,” “Easter Parade,” “Steppin’ Out With My Baby,” “Heat Wave,” “White Christmas,” “Be Careful, It’s My Heart,” “Cheek to Cheek,” “Shaking the Blues Away” and many more!
Character Descriptions
Jim Hardy– (30’s) a performer and singer-songwriter eager to leave Showbiz for a simpler life on a farm, thirties (lyric baritone), must dance
Ted Hanover– (30’s) Jim’s best friend and performing partner; a charming ladies man looking for his big break, lyric baritone, must dance/ STRONG tap skills required.
Lila Dixon– a determined performing superstar and Jim’s mismatched fiance, high belt voice, great dancer/character actress. Will Dance. Tap.
Linda Mason– a school teacher and farm girl with hidden Hollywood talent, singer/actress/dancer, belt/mix
Danny– Jim, Ted and Lila’s agent, older actor, no dance necessary
Charlie Winslow- a precocious bank messenger, able to play age 9-13. Actor.
Louise- (40-50’s) the local “fix it” woman; tough, no nonsense, and extremely perceptive, belt voice, must have comedic timing, mover
Ensemble– looking for great dancer/singer/actors. All women in the ensemble will have to tap. May cast a few men who do not tap.
Ensemble will portray multiple roles and must be able to represent Broadway chorus
members.
Rehearsals: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday evenings, 6-10 pm, as well as Sat. Mornings. with some exceptions & additions. Rehearsal times are subject to which role your receive.
Performance Dates: November29, 30 (2:00 and 7:30, December 5, 6, and 7 (2:00 and 7:30) December 12, 13, 14 (2:00 and 7:30) December 17, 19, 20, 21 (2:00 and 7:30)
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