Announcing Auditions for "Singing Through Life: A 2020 Virtual Cabaret"
This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your talents in our upcoming cabaret that will be streamed live on YouTube in December! Directed by Iona Turnbull Music Direction by Michael Yachanin Let’s face it….. 2020 has been a year of emotional highs and lows. It is a year of challenges, learning to adapt to a new normal. Join Theatre Guild’s “Singing Through Life: A 2020 Cabaret” as we reflect through songs, both touching and humorous, on our journey through the seasons, from balancing parenting with work, celebrating, grieving, loneliness, creating connections and more. Questions? auditions@theatreguildsimsbury.org |
IMPORTANT NOTES: Please read carefully
AUDITION FORM (pdf) Covid Safety Guidelines (pdf) Please email the attached audition form (above) and a video of you singing (No longer than 1 minute) to auditions@theatreguildsimsbury.org no later than 6 PM on OCT 6TH. You can record the video on your phone. Please note: you can email the video OR a link to the video on youtube, facebook or other video source. Songs to choose from (music and lyrics can be found below): “A Change in Me”, “Friendship”, People” and “Singing in the Rain” Unfortunately, not everyone who auditions will be cast. If you have or plan to travel domestically or internationally in the 14 days preceding the recording dates, we ask that you do not audition. You must have at least a supporting TGS Membership ($25) to audition. Please see our membership page to become a member today if you are not already. You must be comfortable being filmed with the intent this will be streamed live on YouTube to the public (This is a great platform/ opportunity to showcase your talents). By signing this audition form you give Theatre Guild of Simsbury permission to broadcast your performance as stated above. You will have to be comfortable performing in a COVID socially distant space and abiding by the safety precautions (You may be filmed inside or/and outside). Covid Safety Guidelines can be accessed here and will also be included in your packet if you are cast. Casting will be confirmed on OCT 7TH. Virtual rehearsing will take place between OCT 19th – 21st via zoom. You'll be given a date and time during this period to go over your music and scene directions virtually. You MUST be available between OCT 22ND- 25TH Location: 45 Joshua Drive, West Simsbury, CT 06092 Oct 22nd and Oct 23rd 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM (CLICK TRACK RECORDING ONLY) Oct 24th and Oct 25th 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM (SCENE FILMING) |
Character Descriptions
Linda (Barbs)- Female
NARRATOR. Must be a strong singer and able to story tell well.
Bella -Young Female (late teens, early 20’s)
Finishing up school and about to embark on her next chapter.
Preston-Young Male (late teens, early 20’s)
Looking for his purpose in 2020.
Father &Mother -Male & Female
Parents share their funny but challenging journey working from home, working with kids and being a parent in 2020!
Alex -Boy or Girl (age range 7 to 12)
Must be comfortable interacting with a family pet. Is singing about the hope for when things go back to "normal” however is enjoying the company of the family dog!
Woman & Man - male and female
Characters must have a sense of humor and good comic timing.
Adelaide's boyfriend -Male
Is in love with a very dramatic woman! Is not ready to marry her quite yet…
This is a small acting role but will sing a few lines in “Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas”
Adelaide-Female
A wedding planner for everyone else. She is hopelessly in love with her long-term boyfriend and wants to get married. An over the top dramatic female.
Fred-Male
Mood booster in the show. Similar energy as Bert from Mary Poppins
Has to be willing to get wet.... well it may just rain! Some movement will be required
2 Friends -Male or Female
Glad to have each other as friends especially during COVID in 2020. Bright and slightly cheesy characters but the world could use a bit more of this sort of friendship.
4 Seasons -Male or Female
Each person will be dressed to represent a different season. Each will have a different personality. Must be strong and experienced singers.
Couple Male or Female
This couple are reminiscing over fond memories. This year has been a very reflective time. Brining some old flams or acquaintances back together. Classy and romantic.
Linda (Barbs)- Female
NARRATOR. Must be a strong singer and able to story tell well.
Bella -Young Female (late teens, early 20’s)
Finishing up school and about to embark on her next chapter.
Preston-Young Male (late teens, early 20’s)
Looking for his purpose in 2020.
Father &Mother -Male & Female
Parents share their funny but challenging journey working from home, working with kids and being a parent in 2020!
Alex -Boy or Girl (age range 7 to 12)
Must be comfortable interacting with a family pet. Is singing about the hope for when things go back to "normal” however is enjoying the company of the family dog!
Woman & Man - male and female
Characters must have a sense of humor and good comic timing.
Adelaide's boyfriend -Male
Is in love with a very dramatic woman! Is not ready to marry her quite yet…
This is a small acting role but will sing a few lines in “Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas”
Adelaide-Female
A wedding planner for everyone else. She is hopelessly in love with her long-term boyfriend and wants to get married. An over the top dramatic female.
Fred-Male
Mood booster in the show. Similar energy as Bert from Mary Poppins
Has to be willing to get wet.... well it may just rain! Some movement will be required
2 Friends -Male or Female
Glad to have each other as friends especially during COVID in 2020. Bright and slightly cheesy characters but the world could use a bit more of this sort of friendship.
4 Seasons -Male or Female
Each person will be dressed to represent a different season. Each will have a different personality. Must be strong and experienced singers.
Couple Male or Female
This couple are reminiscing over fond memories. This year has been a very reflective time. Brining some old flams or acquaintances back together. Classy and romantic.
Audition music
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