Auditions
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Lombardi (Drama)
Written by Eric Simonson
Directed by Rod Oden
Performance Dates:
Fridays - Sundays
February 16 - March 2
7:30pm Fridays and Saturdays
2:30pm Sunday (February 25)
Synopsis - Sports produces great human drama and there is no greater sports icon to bring to theatrical life than Hall of Fame football coach Vince Lombardi, unquestionably one of the most inspirational and quotable personalities of all time. Though football's Super Bowl trophy is named for him, few know the real story of Lombardi the man—his inspirations, his passions and ability to drive people to achieve what they never thought possible.
ROLES
NOTE: Roles that call for a specific ethnicity or type will be open for consideration of actors of other ethnicities. The ages listed are approximate. Actor’s cast should be able to "play" these ages. In reference to the character descriptions below – The characters in this show are on the binary and written with he/him or she/her pronouns as you will see in the following descriptions. However, we seek to be as inclusive as possible and ask gender non-conforming, gender queer, transgender and non-binary actors to list on the audition form the roles they most identify with. We also list race/ethnicity when specific to the character, but are otherwise seeking all races and ethnicities.
Vince Lombardi (male presenting)
Caucasian male, late 40s early 50’s - inspirational coach who led the Green Bay Packers to 5 NFL championships & 2 Super Bowls & became a legendary figure in football history. Difficult coach, husband, and father who attended daily mass.
Marie Lombardi (female presenting)
Caucasian female, 40-55 – His wife; strong, intelligent Jersey Italian woman of certain time that loved and supported her husband above all else; feisty and opinionated and loved her cocktails, the only person who can really challenge him and can do so without ever raising her voice.
Michael McCormick (male presenting)
Caucasian male, 20-35 – A young, Jersey Irish, motivated reporter sent on assignment to spend a week with Lombardi and Marie in their home for a feature story; after the real story, not necessarily one that will make Lombardi happy.
Paul Hornung (male presenting)
Caucasian male, 20-39 - The “golden boy” Hall of Famer who played for the Green Bay Packers from 1957-1966; an All-American well-known for his charm and good looks; was the first pro player to win the Heisman Trophy, be the first overall selection in the NFL Draft, win the NFL MVP, and be inducted to into both the professional and college football hall of fame. Physically, this actor must believably look like a football player
Dave Robinson (male presenting)
Male, African Descent, African American, 20-39 – Linebacker for the Green Bay Packers from 1963-1972; had a difficult but respectful relationship with Lombardi; team representative to the Players’ Association; diplomatic and strong, embodies the pride and work ethic Lombardi teaches. Physically, this actor must believably look like a football player.
Jim Taylor (male presenting)
Caucasian male, 20-39 – Fullback for the Green Bay Packers from 1958-1966. All-American at LSU and unstoppable on the field; quiet and powerful. Physically, this actor must believably look like a football player.
Auditions will consist of provided acting sides.
Lee Street Theatre is a volunteer-based community theatre in Salisbury, NC. We value and support the time and talent of all of our volunteer performers.
If you have any questions or wish for more information, please reach out to the office at info@leestreet.org
Moon Over Buffalo (Comedy)
Written by Ken Ludwig
Directed by Della Freedman
Performance Dates:
Fridays - Sundays
April 5 - 20
7:30pm Fridays and Saturdays
2:30pm Sunday (April 14th)
THE STORY:
In the madcap comedy tradition of Lend Me a Tenor, the hilarious Moon Over Buffalo centers on George and Charlotte Hay, fading stars of the 1950s. At the moment, they’re playing Private Lives and Cyrano De Bergerac in rep in Buffalo, New York with five actors. On the brink of a disastrous split-up caused by George’s dalliance with a young ingénue, they receive word that they might just have one last shot at stardom: Frank Capra is coming to town to see their matinee, and if he likes what he sees, he might cast them in his movie remake of The Scarlet Pimpernel. Unfortunately for George and Charlotte, everything that could go wrong does go wrong, abetted by a visit from their daughter’s clueless fiancé and hilarious uncertainty about which play they’re actually performing, caused by Charlotte’s deaf, old stage-manager mother who hates every bone in George’s body.
CASTING:
Adults, age 20-85; all ethnicities.
NOTE: Roles that call for a specific ethnicity or type will be open for consideration of actors of other ethnicities. The ages listed are approximate. Actor’s cast should be able to "play" these ages. In reference to the character descriptions below – The characters in this show are on the binary and written with he/him or she/her pronouns as you will see in the following descriptions. However, we seek to be as inclusive as possible and ask gender non-conforming, gender queer, transgender and non-binary actors to list on the audition form the roles they most identify with. We also list race/ethnicity when specific to the character, but are otherwise seeking all races and ethnicities.
CHARACTERS :
George Hay (male presenting)
He is a traveling actor Age: 50s
Charlotte Hay (female presenting)
George’s wife and actress in his company Age: 50s
Ethel (female presenting)
Charlotte’s nearly-deaf mother. Age: 70s-80s
Rosalind (female presenting)
The Hay’s daughter, who left the stage to lead a “normal” life. Age: 20s-30s
Howard (male presenting)
A TV weatherman and Rosalind’s fiancé. Age: Late 20s-30s
Eileen (female presenting)
An actress in George’s company who was George’s “one-night stand.” Age: 20s
Paul (male presenting)
Stage Manager for George’s company and Rosalind’s ex-fiance. Age: 20s-30s
Richard (male presenting)
A Love-sick lawyer who is courting Charlotte Age: 50s
Auditions will consist of provided acting sides.
Lee Street Theatre is a volunteer-based community theatre in Salisbury, NC. We value and support the time and talent of all of our volunteer performers.
If you have any questions or wish for more information, please reach out to the office at info@leestreet.org
I Hate Hamlet (Comedy)
Written by Paul Rudnick
Directed by Robert Sharkey
Performance Dates:
Fridays - Sundays
May 10 - 25
7:30pm Fridays and Saturdays
2:30pm Sunday (May 19)
Synopsis - Television star Andrew Rally is about to start rehearsals to play Hamlet—and he is terrified. Unsure of himself, worried about his career, Andrew doesn’t know what to do. In the midst of his confusion, he is visited by the ghost of legendary actor John Barrymore. Barrymore explains that all actors who take on the role are visited and mentored by their predecessors, and that he cannot leave Andrew until he takes the stage as Hamlet. Andrew’s girlfriend wants him to be a romantic hero of the stage, his friend wants him to accept a lucrative new TV gig, and Barrymore wants him to accept his own great theatrical mantle. As Andrew grows under Barrymore’s larger-than-life wing, he is forced to confront the ultimate question: who he wants to be, or not to be.
ROLES
NOTE: Roles that call for a specific ethnicity or type will be open for consideration of actors of other ethnicities. The ages listed are approximate. Actor’s cast should be able to "play" these ages. In reference to the character descriptions below – The characters in this show are on the binary and written with he/him or she/her pronouns as you will see in the following descriptions. However, we seek to be as inclusive as possible and ask gender non-conforming, gender queer, transgender and non-binary actors to list on the audition form the roles they most identify with. We also list race/ethnicity when specific to the character, but are otherwise seeking all races and ethnicities.
ROLES
ANDREW RALLY: (late 20s/early 30s, male-presenting) A popular TV star whose series has just been cancelled. He has reluctantly moved into John Barrymore’s apartment and agreed to take on the role of Hamlet for a Shakespeare in the Park production, even though he has no interest.
JOHN BARRYMORE: (30s-50s) The ghost of the famous larger-than-life actor whose mission is to convince Andrew to play Hamlet.
DEIRDRE MCDAVEY: (mid 20s/early 30s, female-presenting) Andrew’s naive girlfriend from a privileged background, a hopeless romantic, and the cause of Andrew’s sexual frustration. She is overjoyed that her boyfriend is going to play Hamlet, much more than he is.
FELICIA DANTINE: (30s-50s, female-presenting) Andrew’s real estate broker, who is fascinated with the world of theatre and claims to have a sense of the supernatural. New York accent.
GARY PETER LEFKOWITZ: (30s, male-presenting) Hot-shot LA TV writer/producer/director with no true appreciation for theatre, especially Shakespeare. He tries to entice Andrew with the promise of a new starring role in a sitcom.
LILLIAN TROY: (late 50s-late 60s, female-presenting) Andrew’s agent, who has had a history with John Barrymore. She is frank with a dry sense of humor. German accent.
Auditions will consist of provided acting sides.
Lee Street Theatre is a volunteer-based community theatre in Salisbury, NC. We value and support the time and talent of all of our volunteer performers.
If you have any questions or wish for more information, please reach out to the office at info@leestreet.org
The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (Musical)
Book by Larry L. King and Peter Masterson
Music and Lyrics by Carol Hall
Based on a story by Larry L. King
Directed & Music Directed by Nicholas Fuqua
Performance Dates:
Fridays - Sundays
July 5 - 20
7:30pm Fridays and Saturdays
2:30pm Sunday (July 14th)
Synopsis - This happy-go-lucky view of small-town vice and statewide political side-stepping recounts the good times and the demise of the Chicken Ranch, known since the 1850s as one of the better pleasure palaces in all of Texas. Governors, senators, mayors, and even victorious college football teams frequent Miss Mona’s cozy bordello, until that Puritan nemesis Watchdog focuses his television cameras and his righteous indignation on the institution.
ROLES
NOTE: Roles that call for a specific ethnicity or type will be open for consideration of actors of other ethnicities. The ages listed are approximate. Actor’s cast should be able to "play" these ages. In reference to the character descriptions below – The characters in this show are on the binary and written with he/him or she/her pronouns as you will see in the following descriptions. However, we seek to be as inclusive as possible and ask gender non-conforming, gender queer, transgender and non-binary actors to list on the audition form the roles they most identify with. We also list race/ethnicity when specific to the character, but are otherwise seeking all races and ethnicities.
ROLES
Mona Stangley – Female presenting Lead. Alto. Any age to play 35 – 45. Attractive, friendly madam of the house.
Sheriff Ed Earl Dodd – Male presenting Lead. Baritone. Any age to play 40 – 50. Has had a long-standing relationship with the Chicken Ranch and Miss Mona.
Melvin P. Thorpe – Male presenting Lead. Baritone. The media “watchdog” who brings trouble to the Chicken Ranch.
Angel – Female presenting Supporting. Mezzo-Soprano. Any age to play 25. Presents herself as an experienced working girl.
Shy – Female presenting Supporting. Mezzo-Soprano. Any age to play 16–25. Young, inexperienced, running away from something.
Jewel – Female presenting Supporting. Mezzo-Soprano. Any age to play 30 – 45. Housekeeper of the Chicken Ranch and Miss Mona’s right hand. Sings a show-stopping featured number.
Doatsy Mae – Female presenting Featured. Alto. Any age to play 25 – 40. Sweet, shy, plain waitress. Sings a featured number.
Governor – Male presenting Featured. Baritone/Bass. Any age to play age 50 – 60. Must be able to dance a little. Texas governor who orders the closure of the Chicken Ranch.
Linda Lou, Dawn, Ginger, Beatrice, Taddy Jo, Ruby Rae, Eloise, Durla -- Girls who work for Miss Mona. female presenting/open dancer/singers. All different looks. Any age to play 18 – 30. Must sing and dance and be physically fit.
Aggies – male presenting singers/dancers who look like athletes, are physically fit, can be on stage with their shirts off and can move/dance a little. Dances for the Aggies are very athletic and less about trained dancers.
Ensemble – looking for male and female ensemble members to play many different roles. Must be able to sing and move a little.
Auditions will consist of provided music and acting sides.
Lee Street Theatre is a volunteer-based community theatre in Salisbury, NC. We value and support the time and talent of all of our volunteer performers.
If you have any questions or wish for more information, please reach out to the office at info@leestreet.org