Final Big River auditions are May 19th at 6:30 pm!
*Show dates are July 15-24, 2022*
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Twain's timeless classic sweeps audiences down the mighty Mississippi as the irrepressible Huck Finn helps his friend Jim escape from slavery to freedom at the mouth of the Ohio River. Their adventures along the way are hilarious, suspenseful and heartwarming, bringing to life everyone's favorite characters from the novel: the Widow Douglas and her stern sister, Miss Watson; the uproarious King and Duke, who may or may not be as harmless as they seem; Huck's partner in crime, Tom Sawyer, and their rowdy gang of pals; Huck's drunken father, the sinister Pap Finn; the lovely Mary Jane Wilkes, and Mary Jane's trusting family. Propelled by an award-winning score from Roger Miller, the king of country music, this jaunty journey provides a brilliantly theatrical celebration of pure Americana.
Initial auditions will be vocal auditions only. Please learn the posted songs according to the age range you feel you best match. Please arrive with audition forms already completed if possible - blank forms will be available to fill out in the lobby as well. Please arrive early to auditions to they may begin promptly as scheduled. Roles available: Huckleberry Finn (Tenor) is a rebellious youth with a love of adventure. Huck is the narrator and main character of the show; we experience the events of the story from his point of view. The King (Baritone) is an escaped convict and con artist pretending to be the son of the last King of France. He and his comrade, (calling himself “The Duke”) concoct various schemes to swindle the Wilkes family fortune, as well as selling Jim back into slavery. The Duke (Tenor) is an escaped convict and con artist pretending to be the Duke of Bridgewater. He and his comrade, (calling himself “The King”) concoct various schemes to swindle the Wilkes family fortune, as well as selling Jim back into slavery. Tom Sawyer (Tenor) is Huck’s best friend, who also loves adventure. Tom Sawyer is a rather dramatic sort of person; he can easily get lost in his sense of romance and adventure. Pap Finn (Baritone) is Huck’s drunkard, government-hating and money-grubbing father. Actor may double in ensemble. Widow Douglas is a sister to Miss Watson. She’s a strict and traditional woman who helps to raise Huck. Actress may double in ensemble. Miss Watson (Soprano) is a sister to Widow Douglas. She is a strict and traditional woman who helps her sister raise Huck. Actress may double in ensemble. Mary Jane Wilkes (Mezzo-Soprano) is the grieving and pretty eldest girl of the wealthy Peter Wilkes, who recently passed away. Actress will double in ensemble. Alice is an African-American slave sold and separated from her daughter. Searching for consolation and peace. Actress will double in ensemble. Alice’s Daughter is an African-American slave sold and separated from her mother. Gospel style singer with strong acting skills. Actress will double in ensemble. Ensemble: features many versatile roles, including: Young Fool (Tenor soloist); Judge Thatcher; Mark Twain/Doctor; Ben Rogers; Jo Harper; Strange Woman; Simon; Dick; Hank; Andy; Lafe; Sheriff Bell; Counselor Robinson; Harvey Wilkes; Susan Wilkes; Joanna Wilkes; Sally Phelps; and Silas Phelps. Other ensemble includes Slaves, Townspeople, Tarts, Mourners, Movers, Patients, Hired Hands, et al. Audition Form - Please print and bring completed to your audition. Blank forms will be available for any unable to print in advance.
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Audition MaterialsOlder Females: Choose one song from Do Ya Wanna Go To Heaven (Measures 3-20) OR
The Crossing (Measures 12-43)
Younger Females: Choose one song from You Oughta Be Here with Me (Measures 11-48) OR
How Blest (Measures 99-123)
Older Males: When The Sun Goes Down (Measures 1-24)
Younger Males: Hand For The Hog
(Measures 1-25)
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310 N 27th Street Gadsden, AL 35904 |
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