Audition Notice for Windsor Light Music Theatre s Fall 2016 Production of Music By: Alan Menken Lyrics By: Howard Ashman & Tim Rice Book By: Linda Wolverton Directed by Kate Reive Musical Direction by Nicholas Morvay OPEN CALL FOR: Monday, May 30 th - Adult Lead / Ensemble Auditions Wednesday, June 1 st Child Ensemble / Chip Auditions Thursday, June 2 nd 1 st Callback Auditions Monday, June 6 th 2 nd Callback Auditions Thursday, June 9 th Final Callback (if needed)/possible 1 st Rehearsal *Auditions will start at 7pm, sign-ins begin at 6:30 pm LOCATION: All auditions and rehearsals will take place at the WLMT Rehearsal Studio on 2491 Jos. St. Louis Ave., Windsor ON
PRODUCTION RUNS: November 18, 19, 20 & 25, 26, 27 2016 All Performances will take place at the: St. Clair Centre for the Performing Arts (Chrysler Theatre) *All rehearsals will take place Monday & Thursday from 7-10pm. Rehearsals will begin June 9 th at 7 pm. WHAT TO PREPARE: - Please come prepared to sing a short piece of music individually alongside an accompanist. Auditions will only include musical numbers from the show. Our music director will teach the music to you before you sing, however it is advised you become familiar with the appropriate musical number for your character from the list provided. Sheet music will be provided at the audition, however if you would like to see the sheet music beforehand there will be copies available at the Windsor Light rehearsal hall. - There will also be a dance audition required of all actors on Monday, May 30 th for adults, and Wednesday, June 1 st for children. Please come prepared with appropriate footwear and ready to learn some brief dance combinations. - Callbacks will be by invitation only and will be held on Thursday, June 2 nd and Monday, June 6 th (possibly Thursday, June 9 th if needed) beginning at 7:00pm. Please try to be available for all nights if needed. * If you have any questions please call the WLMT Office for more information at 519-974-6593. BEAUTY AND THE BEAST CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS: Stage Age is used here as a rough guide to the character description, any appropriate age will be considered if an actor suits the role well. BELLE (Stage Age: 18-30) Belle is the original fairy tale heroine kind, gentle, and beautiful but with a modern twist. She is a strong, intelligent, spirited and independent young woman. Belle is the moral conscience of the story, elevated by her thoughts and deeds. The maturity and depth of her character allow her to see the true beauty and spirit within The Beast, and to love him for it. This role requires a very strong singer who portrays innocence, passion and courage in her singing and speaking voice. Mezzo- Soprano: Low A-High F Audition Songs: Belle, Is This Home, Transformation/Finale
THE BEAST (Stage Age: 21-35) The Beast s tortured soul is evident for all to see. He is paying the ultimate price for a moment of mean-spiritedness, and wishes beyond wishing that he could rectify his mistake. There is anger and menace in The Beast s appearance and behavior, but increasingly we see his soft and endearing side as he interacts with Belle. It becomes clear that he is a loving, feeling, human being trapped within a hideous creature s body. This role requires a very strong singer, and the actor must have a strong speaking voice and stage presence. Baritone: A A Flat Audition Songs: If I Can t Love Her, Transformation/Finale GASTON (Stage Age: 21-35) Gaston is the absolute antithesis of The Beast. Although he is physically handsome, he is shallow, completely selfcentered, not very bright, and thrives on attention. However, when his ego is bruised he becomes a very dangerous foe for The Beast, Belle and Maurice. This role requires a strong singer and character actor who moves well. Baritone: A High F Audition Songs: Me, The Mob Song LEFOU (Stage Age: 18+) Lefou is Gaston s dim-witted, servile sidekick. He goes to extraordinary lengths and suffers repeated humiliation in his efforts to please his master. The actor must be comfortable with physical comedy, and the role requires strong character acting. Baritone: B High F Sharp Audition Songs: Gaston MAURICE (Stage Age: 40+) Despite being a bit scatter-brained, there is no mistaking Maurice s steadfast love for his daughter Belle. Kindly, gentle, enthusiastic and inventive, he becomes single-minded and determined when Belle faces danger. Maurice and Belle sing the lovely duet No Matter What. Baritone: B flat High D flat Audition Song: No Matter What LUMIERE (Stage Age: 30+) Lumiere is the French butler who was transformed into a Candelabra. He is light-hearted, suave, romantic, smooth talking, and charming. He has a romantic involvement with Babette. This character
speaks with a French accent. This role requires strong character acting, and he should move very well. Baritone: A High F sharp Audition Songs: Be Our Guest, Something There COGSWORTH (Stage Age: 30+) Cogsworth is a tightly wound, enchanted mantle clock and the head of the Beast s household. He is a stuffy English man who loves perfection. This character speaks with a British accent. This role requires strong character acting. Baritone: A High E Audition Song: Human Again, Something There MRS. POTTS (Stage Age: 30+) Mrs. Potts is a warm-hearted, maternal enchanted teapot. She sings the title song Beauty and the Beast. She is loyal, caring, and spunky. This character speaks with a British accent. Mezzo-Soprano: Low F sharp High G Audition Song: Beauty and the Beast, Something There CHIP (Age 8-12 years old) Chip is an inquisitive little teacup who is the son of Mrs. Potts. Boy Soprano: D High D Audition Song: Human Again, Be Our Guest BABETTE (Stage Age: 20 s-40 s) Babette is a saucy, enchanted feather duster, and the object of Lumiere's affections. This role requires good character acting and she should move well, as she dances a tango with Lumiere during Be Our Guest. This character speaks with a French accent. Alto: C C Audition Song: Be Our Guest MADAME DE LA GRANDE BOUCHE (Stage Age: 30+) Madame is a former opera diva turned enchanted wardrobe. She is very melodramatic and requires strong character acting. Soprano: C sharp High G Audition Song: Human Again
MONSIEUR D'ARQUE (Stage Age: 30+) D arque is the creepy, scheming proprietor of the local insane asylum, The Maison De Lune. He will also be an ensemble member, roles that include townsperson and enchanted objects. Tenor: D High A Audition Song: Maison des Lunes THREE SILLY GIRLS (Stage Age: 18-25) The silly girls are three pretty young maids who swoon over Gaston. They are also in the ensemble as dancers who double as enchanted objects. Audition Song: Belle ADULT ENSEMBLE (Ages 16+) (TOWNSPEOPLE / THE ENCHANTED OBJECTS / WOLVES / GARGOYLES / BEGGAR WOMAN / ENCAHNTRESS / CRONIES / PRINCE & BEAST DOUBLES) There are additional ensemble roles available. Each person would have a specific role in the show, some with small speaking parts. We are looking for singers/actors who can dance/move well and dancers who can sing parts. Audition Songs: Beauty and the Beast Reprise/Finale CHILD ENSEMBLE (Ages 8-12) (TOWNSPEOPLE/THE ENCHANTED OBJECTS) There will be a small child ensemble consisting of only 6 children (3 boys, 3 girls). They will be featured alongside the adult ensemble as townspeople and enchanted objects. Audition Song: Be Our Guest PIT CHORUS (All Ages Welcome) Beauty and the Beast also features a sizeable pit chorus to provide support for the onstage singers. Audition Song: Beauty and the Beast Reprise/Finale All roles are available. Newcomers are welcome and encouraged to the Windsor Light Music Theatre community!