THE WIZARD OF OZ Auditions
Friday, September 6th
(by appointment only)
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YOUTH ENSEMBLE Dance/Movement Call 5pm-7pm
(be prepared to sing & read)
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ADULT ENSEMBLE Dance/Movement Call 7pm-9pm
(be prepared to sing & read)
Saturday, September 7th
(by appointment only)
PRINCIPAL Appointment 5:30pm-9:30pm
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Location: Kids Unlimited Studios (6066 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ 85704)
THE WIZARD OF OZ
With Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg
Background Music by Herbert Stothart
Dance and Vocal Arrangements by Peter Howard / Orchestration by Larry Wilcox
Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company
Based upon the Classic Motion Picture owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and distributed in all media by Warner Bros.
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Director: Drew Humphrey
Music Director: Jamie Reed
Choreographer: Dena DiGiacinto
1st Rehearsal: On or about 11/23/24; 1st Performance: 12/20/24; Closing: 1/5/25
VENUES
Rehearsals: U of A School of Theatre Film and Television
Performances: Berger Performing Arts Center
CONTRACT INFO
All adult roles will be paid positions.
SEEKING
Actor/singer/movers for the following roles in The Wizard of Oz:
PRINCIPALS:
DOROTHY GALE: Young Kansas girl, earnest, expressive, and strong-willed, in search of something more. Very strong singer who moves well.
HUNK / SCARECROW: Plucky and clever in a pinch, even while lacking a brain. Strong actor with an honest quality. Excellent mover.
HICKORY / TIN MAN: Desperate for a heart. A kind-hearted romantic. Singing and dance required. Strong baritone / tenor to G.
ZEKE / COWARDLY LION: A mix of bravado and cowardice. Should move well. Cuddly actor with excellent comic timing. Strong baritone to F.
MISS GULCH / WICKED WITCH OF THE WEST: Character villain with an over-the-top stage presence. Excellent comic actress, has a killer cackle.
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PROFESSOR MARVEL / THE WIZARD: Older father figure with an eccentric flair. Basic conjuring or sleight of hand a bonus. Non-Singing.
GLINDA: Glinda is the Good Witch of the North. Benevolent and beloved. Strong singer.
AUNT EM: Aunt Em is demanding, but loves her niece. Doubles in the ensemble.
UNCLE HENRY/EMERALD CITY GUARD: Dorothy’s pleasant uncle. Strong comic actor, big presence.
ENSEMBLE (Youth& Adult):
MUNCHKINS: The little people of Munchkinland. Long oppressed, and happy to be freed, the Munchkins will (mostly) be played by children. Group singing and coordinated movement required. Dance experience is a plus. There are some featured roles among the munchkins, such as The Coroner, The Lollipop Guild, and The Lullaby League.
WINKIES / FLYING MONKEYS / OZIANS / ADULT MUNCHKINS / POPPIES / JITTERBUGS: The chorus of the show, with featured speaking/vocal/dancing roles available. Singing and movement required.
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​REHEARSALS​
Rehearsals will be held at THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA, SCHOOL OF THEATRE, FILM, AND TELEVISION.
Weeknight Rehearsals: between 5pm and 10pm (not everyone will be called to rehearsal)
Until we move to the theatre, youth cast members will be released by 9pm
Weekend Rehearsals: will take place between 10am and 7pm
During rehearsals the day off will be on Mondays
Tech Rehearsals: Will take place at THE BERGER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER (1200 Speedway Blvd.)
Weeknights between 5pm-11pm
Saturday & Sunday between 11am-10:30pm
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Saturday & Sunday: 11a-1030p
Tuesday-Thursday: 5p-11p
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PERFORMANCES
Performances will be at THE BERGER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Friday 12/20/24 @ 7p
Saturday 12/21/24 @ 2p & 6p
Sunday 12/22/24 @ 3p
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Friday 12/27/24 @ 7p
Saturday 12/28/24 @ 2p & 6p
Sunday 12/29/24 @ 3p
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Friday 1/3/25 @ 7p
Saturday 1/4/25 @ 2p & 6p
Sunday 1/5/25 @ 1p
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AUDITIONS
Auditions will be held at KIDS UNLIMITED STUDIOS (6066 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ 85704) on:
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
PREPARE:
Bring your book of music and a headshot and resume (stapled together)
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PRINCIPALS: Please prepare all the material in the packet for your audition time slot and bring your book of music.
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​ENSEMBLE (YOUTH & ADULT): Please come prepared to move, wearing non-marking shoes and clothing that won't restrict your movement. Please be prepared to sing a short song selection (16-32 bars) of your choice, sheet music in a binder, marked and in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided.
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CALLBACKS: Will be by request and scheduled by appointment on Sunday, September 8th
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MATERIALS​
Youth Ensemble Sides:
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Principal Sides:
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PROFESSOR MARVEL / WIZARD Sides
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Music - Please prepare a short song selection of your choice​
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Music - Please prepare a short song selection of your choice
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Questions: ​Email casting@saguarocity.org
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