SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL CO. HEATHERS AUDITION PACK MUSIC, LYRICS AND BOOK BY KEVIN MURPHY & LAURENCE O KEEFE BASED ON THE FILM WRITTEN BY DANIEL WATERS Dancer/Movement/Vocal auditions Saturday 17 th February 2018 Rehearsal Period Commencing March 11 2018 Show Dates 25 th May 16 th June 2018 Callbacks Sunday 18 th February 2018 ***PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO THE ADULT NATURE OF THE SHOW, AUDITION APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE OPEN TO AGES 17+ *** Welcome (Synopsis, Spotlight History + Important Dates) 1 Who will I be working with? (Production Team) 2 What happens on audition day? 3 How do I book an audition? FAQ (Application Process) Character descriptions 4 5 Audition booking form Attached Welcome How Very! The cult favourite film that skewered 80s lingo and set a whole new trend with scrunchies and blazers, rockets onto the Spotlight stage quicker than you can say well F&$K me gently with a chainsaw!. Tongue firmly planted in cheek, this decidedly adult romp defies morals, convention, and gravity with those hairdos. After a sell out Australian tour, Gold Coast audiences will be shocked, appalled, and completely enthralled as Veronica and the mythic bitches, the Heathers, shatter expectations and make you laugh, even if it is uncomfortably! The audition team are searching for a cast of 17 triple threat performers, with all ensemble roles understudying principal roles. The production will be staged as part of Spotlight Theatre s main stage season. Established in 1955, Spotlight Theatrical Company stands as one of the oldest theatre companies in south east QLD, fostering an outlet for creative youth and community, while seeking to provide vibrant, quality entertainment that enriches and educates. Spotlight has experienced incredible growth over the years, always showcasing the fantastic talents of the Gold Coast and surrounding areas, including some remarkable directors, actors, and highly skilled technical crews. Spotlight Theatrical Company also includes an award winning costume department (with costumes available for hire and purchase), and renowned youth theatre training programs; performance skills training for young people aged 18 and under. We strive with each new season to present quality live theatre, that our community can be a part of. We would love for you to consider being part of our next soldout production whether you see yourself as a volunteer usher, learning the skills of making props and costumes, performing in the ensemble, or as our most respected audience. 1 P age
WHO WILL I BE WORKING WITH? DIRECTOR/CHOREOGRAPHER // JAMIE WATT Jamie is a multi-faceted performer who has been entertaining local and national audiences for over a decade. He has appeared in over 30 musicals, including Sweeney Todd as Tobias Ragg opposite Rob Guest, Grease as Danny Zuko, The Boy from Oz as Greg, Legally Blonde as Emmett (GCATA nomination), All Shook Up as Chad (GCATA award -best actor), and several other shows from West Side Story to Cabaret. As a Director/Choreographer, Jamie has taken on All Shook Up (2012) and in 2016 he created, directed, choreographed and starred in Higher and Higher: The Motown Musical (GCATA award - Best Choreographer). In 2017 Jamie choreographed Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and directed and choreographed Nine to Five: The Musical, both for Spotlight, for which he was nominated again as best Director and Choreographer (GCATA nomination) MUSIC DIRECTOR // JULIE WHITING Julie is in constant demand as a Music Director, conductor, vocal coach, musician and educator. Her theatre career spans more than 85 productions across Queensland, including DAD S ARMY with Jon English and SWEENEY TODD with Rob Guest. In 2011, Julie was selected to attend the multiple-tony award-winning Goodspeed Musical Institute in the USA to study Music Direction. Julie s most recent professional engagement was as the Music Director for LEGALLY BLONDE at Toowoomba s Empire Theatre. Julie is the Creative Producer of her own musical theatre company, Blue Fish Theatrical, and has produced several large scale musicals including the highly-acclaimed Brisbane revival of CHICAGO in 2012. She was subsequently nominated for a Greenroom Groundling Award for Outstanding Contribution to Queensland Theatre. As a musician outside the theatre, Julie has appeared with a number of ensembles including the Queensland Youth Orchestra Wind Symphony and the Brisbane Symphony Orchestra. Julie has also performed as a Xylophone soloist with the Brisbane Concert Orchestra and with the Queensland Wind Orchestra. Other career highlights include the International Youth Wind Orchestra in Singapore (2005), and the Symphony Australia Conductor s Course (2008). Julie holds a unique combination of qualifications, which reflect her interest in diverse areas. These qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts in Languages and Applied Linguistics (Mandarin and Italian), a Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Teaching (Secondary), a Postgraduate Certificate in Biomedical Science, a Master of Applied Linguistics and a Master of Education. ASSISTANT DIRECTOR Emma-June Curik VOCAL COACH Tanele Graham STAGE MANAGER Diana Morgan HAIR DESIGN Ann-Britt Riget MAKE UP DESIGN Tanele Graham DANCE CAPTAIN Applications Open COSTUME & PROP DESIGN Jess Bennett LIGHTING DESIGN Michael Sutton SOUND DESIGN Nick Willner SET DESIGN Jamie Watt, Michael Sutton SET CONSTRUCTION Butch Bernet, Michael Sutton 2 P age
WHAT HAPPENS ON AUDITION DAY? MAIN AUDITION DAY 17 TH FEBRUARY 2018 AUDITION TO-DO LIST 1. Read the audition pack carefully, paying close attention to the draft schedule and email any questions to spotlightonheathers@gmail.com 2. Please note that availability for this production is a must. Any performer who is not available for more than 3 rehearsals will be ineligible for the audition process. Should your availability not be disclosed before production, 3 absences during the rehearsal period will render you ineligible to continue in the production. 3. Submit your audition registration (obtained from spotlightonheathers@gmail.com ), a CV and Headshot and be sent a closed audition time by a member of our production team. 4. All auditionees must attend either a movement audition or dance audition. 5. All auditionees must complete a vocal audition. Time Location Activity What to bring Spotlight Main Singer/Mover Call ( With Theatre Choreographer and Dance 8:00 9:00 am 9:00-10:00am 11:30am onwards Spotlight Main Theatre Spotlight Main Theatre Captain) Dance Call (With Choreographer and Dance Captain) Closed Auditions BOOK NOW spotlightonheathers@gmail.com *Comfortable clothing that does not restrict your movement **Water bottle, deodorant, appropriate footwear *Comfortable clothing that does not restrict your movement **Water bottle, deodorant, appropriate footwear Please prepare TWO songs, one up-tempo one ballad that fit the style of musical and show full vocal range and dynamic. VERSE AND CHORUS ONLY PLEASE. Accepted musical accompaniment will be on CD, iphone, MP3 or USB. **NO ACAPELLA AUDITIONS (without backing) WILL BE ACCEPTED** **At audition panel s request you may be required to do a cold read or range test, as well as sing exerts from the score** PLEASE DON T HESITATE TO CONTACT US WITH ANY QUERIES VIA spotlightonheathers@gmail.com CALL-BACKS WILL BE HELD ON SUNDAY 18 TH FEBRUARY IN THE EVENING. IF SUCCESSFUL FOR A CALLBACK YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED ON THE 17 TH AND GIVEN A PACK TO PREPARE. 3 P age
FAQ 1. What do I need to return to the audition team in order to book an audition time? - You are required to return a fully completed audition form and CV, accompanied by a headshot to spotlightonheathers@gmail.com before you will be booked in for an audition time. 2. Does everyone have to attend the dance or movement call? - This is a compulsory part of the audition process in which the Director/Choreographer assesses your suitability for the production, it is your choice which you d like to attend, however, the choreographer may ask you to stay for an extra workshop if deemed necessary. 3. Can I audition even if I m under 17 or turning 17 soon? - Due to the extremely adult nature of the production, Heathers auditions will be open to those who are currently 17 and above. This is non negotiable. 4. Are there any non-singing roles? - No! The ensemble size of this particular production is 17. All roles must sing, dance and act for this production. 5. How else can I get involved in the production? - We would love to hear from anyone interested in lending a hand behind the scenes! Contact spotlightonheathers@gmail.com to discuss! HOW DO I BOOK AN AUDITION? You now know what the show s about, what Spotlight Theatrical Co is about, who s involved, when it s all happening and what roles are available. The next step is to book an audition! You must fill out the audition form attached and send it back to us with your CV and headshot attached, then we will send you a time for your closed audition, and we ll also book you a space in a dance call and the ensemble workshop! It s as easy as that! 4 P age
CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS VERONICA SAWYER High Belting up to A#. Must have dynamic and stylistic range. Burns to be both cool and kind, but doesn t yet know how to be both at the same time. Sarcastic and witty, but easily blindsided by love. Plays age 17 JASON JD DEAN Strong, confident belt up to at least A# with wide emotional range. Darkly charismatic, compellingly attractive, charming yet damaged. Savage wit. Plays age 17. HEATHER CHANDLER Strong belt to F or higher preferred. The richest, hottest, cruellest girl in town. Plays age 17 HEATHER McNAMARA Strong belt to D#. Beautiful, innocent, stupid. Can be mean on command but very vulnerable and fearful. Plays age 17 HEATHER DUKE Strong belt to D. The whipped beta dog of the three Heathers. Deeply insecure but longs to wield power like a bulldozer. Plays age 17. MARTHA DUNSTOCK Strong belt to F. Nicknamed Martha Dumptruck, the opposite of confident and popular. Huge and beautiful soul. Plays age 17 RAM SWEENEY Strong baritone, belt to G, falsetto useful. Linebacker. Big, insensitive to the feelings of others, ruled by appetites. Plays age 17 KURT KELLY Tenor, strong belt to A#, some falsetto. Quarterback and captain. Chiselled, rude, entitled and cocky, he s the brains of the friendship with Ram. Plays age 17 RAM S DAD/BIG BUD DEAN/COACH RIPPER Baritone/Tenor with belt to A#, higher welcome. Requires a chameleon actor and singer who is familiar with comedy. Plays age 40 45 MS FLEMING/VERONICA S MOM Great belt up to C, higher welcome. MS FLEMING Aging hippie teacher, still yearning for the day the Age of Aquarius reaches Ohio. VERONICA S MOM easy going and distant. Plays age 45-50 KURT S DAD/VERONICA S DAD/PRINCIPAL GOWAN Strong baritone/tenor to a G, higher welcome. Requires a chameleon actor and singer who is familiar with comedy. Plays age 30 45. BOYS 1, 2 and 3 BELEAUGUERED GEEK, PREPPY STUD, HIPSTER DORK all vocal ranges GIRLS 1, 2 and 3 NEW WAVE GIRL, STONER CHICK, YOUNG REPUBLICANETTE. all vocal ranges SWING BOY THIS ROLE WILL UNDERSTUDY ALL ENSEMBLE ROLES AND MAY APPEAR ON STAGE SWING GIRL THIS ROLE WILL UNDERSTUDY ALL ENSEMBLE ROLES AND MAY APPEAR ON STAGE THE AUDITIONS TEAM ARE SEARCHING FOR A STRONG TRIPLE THREAT CAST OF 17. MOST ENSEMBLE ROLES WILL UNDERSTUDY PRINCIPAL ROLES IN THE PRODUCTION. 5 P age