Audition Pack - Phoenix Ensemble · Kate, Monty Python’s SPAMALOT by Prima, and the Harvest Rain...

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AUDITION PACK

Book by JOHN AUGUST Music & Lyrics by ANDREW LIPPA

Based on the novel by Daniel Wallace and the Columbia Motion Picture written by John August

PRODUCTION TEAM

TAMMY LINDE - DIRECTORTammy Sarah Linde is an emerging professional artist who has been performing since she was 4 years of age. A life-long love of the stage led her to study formally at the University of Southern Queensland completing the Bachelor of Creative Arts (Theatre) program.Tammy made her directing debut in 2016 with Sondheim’s Sunday in the Park with George. Some performing highlights over the last several years are: Cluedo! The Interactive Game as Mrs White (2017); Two Weeks with the Queen as Aunty Iris (2016); and Sondheim’s Company as Sarah (2014). Tammy made her professional film debut in the 2017 Actor Award Nominated Australian film “The Butterfly Tree”.

Last, but not least, her award-winning cabaret show “I Dated Batman” is set to tour again in 2018.

BENJAMIN TUBB-HEARNE - MUSICAL DIRECTORBen is originally from London, UK and studied Tenor Horn and Composition at the Royal Northern College of Music. Aged 22, Benjamin moved to New York City, where his Musical Direction journey began at the French Woods Summer Camp. Here he musically directed and conducted over 20 shows, including Annie, A Funny Thing...Forum, Curtains & Sweet Charity. It was also here that he found with his writing partner Ryan Jacobs, where they created 1 hour musical versions of popular movies for children including Toy Story, Enchanted and a Bugs Life, as well as creating their own superhero musical Powers.In 2014, Benjamin & Ryan’s original full-length musical ‘Twisted’, a story which follows Little Blue Riding Hood’s search to find her real family premièred at the Playhouse Theatre at French Woods to much acclaim. Benjamin currently plays Solo Horn with Brisbane Excelsior Brass Band and is the 2016 Australian Tenor Horn Champion. He recently musically directed Phoenix Ensemble’s ‘Dirty Rotten Scoundrels’, ‘La Cage Aux Folles’ and Savoyard’s production of ‘The King and I’.

AURÉLIE ROQUE - CHOREOGRAPHERAurélie is an impassioned performer and instructor, with an extensive background in musical theatre and film. She studied Vocal Performance at the UMKC Conservatory before moving to Brisbane almost 5 years ago. Some of her reviewed performances include Christine Colgate in DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, Morticia Addams in the Brisbane premiere of the ADDAMS FAMILY MUSICAL, Leading Player in PIPPIN, Linda in EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL (2 seasons), Kathy in Sondheim’s COMPANY, and Susan in [TITLE OF SHOW]. In 2017, Aurélie entertained audiences with her cabaret RUBY SLIPPER CHRONICLES; choreographed for the 24 Hour Musical Project: Kiss Me Kate, Monty Python’s SPAMALOT by Prima, and the Harvest Rain Talent Academy summer holiday performance workshop of PETER PAN; and mentored young artists for the Greenroom Project Jr.

REGISTER FOR AUDITIONS: [email protected]

ABOUT PHOENIX

ABOUT BIG FISH

www.phoenixensemble.com.au

Unassumingly nestled within Beenleigh showgrounds, Phoenix Ensemble has been producing award-winning theatre for 25 years. From intimate small-cast shows to more elaborate Broadway-style show stoppers ‘The Tin Shed’ has been a heart of the community for a quarter of a century and has no plans to stop any time soon!

Phoenix Ensemble presents a unique theatre experience in the Pavilion Theatre or what has aff ectionately become known as “The Tin Shed”. This intimate theatre ac-commodates 90 people in comfortable raked seating giving every patron an up close and personal experience. Our shows both rehearse and perform at this theatre, which is located within the Beenleigh Showgrounds, James Street, Beenleigh.

Phoenix Ensemble’s aim is to produce an eclectic mix of shows from family favourites to shows that push the envelope of musical theatre. They have won countless awards and are regularly nominated in the Gold Coast Arts Palm Awards.

Cast members must become members to participate in our shows. Rehearsal materials and costumes are provided and all participants are covered by our Voluntary Workers Personal Accident Insurance. You will receive more information upon acceptance.

Based on the celebrated novel by Daniel Wallace and the acclaimed film directed by Tim Burton, BIG FISH tells the story of Edward Bloom, a traveling salesman who lives life to its fullest… and then some! Edward’s incredible, larger-than-life stories thrill everyone around him – most of all, his devoted wife Sandra. But their son Will, about to have a child of his own, is determined to find the truth behind his father’s epic tales.

Overflowing with heart, humor and spectacular stagecraft, BIG FISH is an extraordinary new Broadway musical that reminds us why we love going to the theatre – for an experience that’s richer, funnier and BIGGER than life itself.

The moral of this feel good musical is that you can be whoever you want to be and that is OK. You get to CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE. YOU have the power to change your own life.


CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE!Based on the celebrated novel by Daniel Wallace and the acclaimed film directed by Tim Burton, BIG FISH tells the story of Edward Bloom, a traveling salesman who lives life to its fullest… and then some! Edward’s incredible, larger-than-life stories thrill everyone around

Overflowing with heart, humor and spectacular stagecraft, BIG FISH is an extraordinary new Broadway musical that reminds us why we love going to the theatre – for an experience that’s

The moral of this feel good musical is that you can be whoever you want to be and that is OK. You get to

WE ARE SEEKING » Male and female ADULT performers. Note: this is not a youth theatre production & all members must be 15 years old

if they are applying for a lead role (with the exception of Young Will). Children aged 8 and up will be considered for ensemble.

» This is an amateur production, and therefore Phoenix Ensemble does not pre-cast. All roles are open for audition. » Ages given in this list are stage ages of characters, not the performer’s actual age. If you require any clarification, please

email us.

PRINCIPALS

EDWARD BLOOM, Male, Adult // BaritoneEdward is a travelling salesman with stories to match. The actor needs to be able to portray Edward at various stag-es of his life as we flip back and forth through the pages of his story.

WILL BLOOM Male, Young Adult // TenorA sensible young man, our hero, on an expedition to uncover the truth beneath the mysteri-ous fantastical stories of his father, Edward Bloom

SANDRA BLOOM Female, Adult // SopranoThe loveliest lady in all of Edward’s stories, Sandra is Edward’s practical wife and mother to Will. She tries to keep the peace between her ‘boys’

JOSEPHINE BLOOM, Female, Young Adult // MezzoWife of Will, a matter-of-fact journalist, she slowly becomes caught up with Edward’s stories and encourages Will to discover the truth.

KARL (the giant) Male, Adult // BassOne of Edward’s fantastical friends, Karl is a giant who lives in a cave outside of Ashton. Actor doesn’t have to be super tall, but will need to be okay with heights.

AMOS CALLOWAY Male, Adult // BaritoneOne of Edward’s fantastical friends, Amos is the ringmaster of a down-and-out traveling circus. He may be a Circus Ringmaster to the fullest, however what dark secret is he hiding?

ROLES

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A sensible young man, our hero, on an expedition to uncover the truth beneath the mysteri-

The loveliest lady in all of Edward’s stories, Sandra is Edward’s practical wife and mother to

Wife of Will, a matter-of-fact journalist, she slowly becomes caught up with

One of Edward’s fantastical friends, Karl is a giant who lives in a cave outside of Ashton. Actor doesn’t have to be super tall, but will need to be okay with

One of Edward’s fantastical friends, Amos is the ringmaster of a down-and-out traveling circus. He may be a Circus Ringmaster to the fullest, however what

ROLES


FEATURED ROLESDON PRice Male, (Young) Adult // BaritoneBest Childhood friend of Edward and Jock of College, Don is Edward’s competition for Sandra’s affection.

the witch Female, Adult // MezzoA mysterious figure discovered by Edward in the Woods (possible doubling with Jenny Hill). Has her own coven of followers in the woods with a kick ass solo song!

jenny hill Female, Adult // MezzoEdward’s highschool sweetheart, what can she tell Will about his father’s past? (possible doubling with The Witch)

dr. bennett Any Gender, 20-35 yrs old // Non-singing roleEdward’s physician and a friend of the family.

young will Male, Child (8 - 11 years old) // UnbrokenPortraying Will Bloom as a child when Edward began to tell him the stories. (Will also be a member of the Ensemble)

Zachy price Male, (Young) Adult // TenorLittle Brother to Don Price, Zacky follows in Don’s shadow and is his sidekick for life.

EnsembleThere are 8 featured speaking roles, a Tap routine for specialist dancer/s, and all ensemble will be required to perform some level of dancing. Children aged above 8 years old are welcome to apply. There will be a Blue Carded Chaperone available if children are cast.


The Witch tells Edward’s future

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS


PRINCIPAL AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

» By appointment only; individual 15 minute private sessions. » Prepare approximately 32 bars of two brief songs from legit musical theatre – ballad and up tempo. Do not sing

a song from the show. » Bring sheet music in correct key. Piano accompaniment ONLY (accompanist supplied). » No iPods or CD backing tracks. » Become familiar with script excerpt below for your desired character if there is one provided. Not required to be

script down. Bring your script with you to your audition. An actor is provided to read with you. » Colour headshot (minimum size 10cm X 15 cm). Non-returnable. » Audition form, completed in full and listing ALL clashes with the BIG FISH Calendar (supplied in this document). » Bring/wear appropriate dance shoes (jazz/chorus or similar if you have them) and wear clothes you can move

in. Please do not wear thongs. » Have a look at the dance routine that has been posted on our website. It is recommended you practice this for

your audition.

ENSEMBLE AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

» Group call - Registration required. » There will be a separate SPECIALITY DANCER CALL for advanced / tap dancers. » Colour headshot (minimum size 10cm X 15 cm). Non-returnable. » Audition form, completed in full and listing ALL clashes with the BIG FISH calendar (supplied in this document). » Indicate on the form if you wish to be considered for featured lines. » At the audition, you will learn a musical excerpt and present it in small groups. No preparation is required for this. » You will learn a short dance routine and present it as a group. Bring/wear appropriate dance shoes (jazz/chorus or

similar if you have them) and wear clothes you can move in. Please do not wear thongs. » You can find this routine on our website as a video.

CALLBACKS & NOTIFICATION OF OFFERS

» If you are offered a callback, you will be required to learn a musical excerpt from the show. All offers of callbacks will be advised by telephone at the end of the audition weekend and any additional material will be available for download online.

» All auditionees will be notified via email or phone of their offer or otherwise at the completion of the audition process.


WHAT SHOULD I DO NOW?


1. CHECK THE BIG FISH CALENDARPlease check the BIG FISH Calendar for conflicts. Some absence in rehearsals can be accommodated but this must be recorded on your audition form to allow us to prepare rehearsal schedules productively. Please discuss any concerns with us when you book your audition.

2. BOOK YOUR AUDITIONEmail your name, mobile number and the role/s you wish to audition for to [email protected] auditionees must register. We will then email you an appointment time.Ensemble auditions will have their registration confirmed.

3. CHECK IMPORTANT DATES, TIMES & VENUES

ENSEMBLE AUDITION - GROUPPavillion Theatre, Beenleigh ShowgroundsSATURDAY, 27th JANUARY, 2018 | 9am - 10am

SPECIALTY DANCE AUDITION (TAP)Pavillion Theatre, Beenleigh ShowgroundsSATURDAY, 27th JANUARY, 2018 | 10.15am - 10.45am If you haven’t tapped before, don’t be discouraged. Send us a message!

PRINCIPAL AUDITIONS – 15 MINUTE INDIVIDUAL APPOINTMENTSPavillion Theatre, Beenleigh Showgrounds, James Street, BeenleighSATURDAY, 27th JANUARY, 2018 | from 11am - email us for a time.

CALLBACKSPavillion Theatre, Beenleigh Showgrounds, James Street, BeenleighSUNDAY, 27 January, 2018 (if required)

REHEARSALSRehearsals start Sunday February 4 and continue every Monday & Wednesday (7 or 7.30 – 10pm) and Sunday (1pm – 6pm) until performances. There will be a mandatory working-bee on Saturday April 14th (but don’t worry, it will be fun!)

PERFORMANCE CALENDAR

Friday April 27 – 7.30pm [opening night]Saturday April 28 – 7.30pmFriday May 4 – 7.30pmSaturday May 5 – 2.00pmSaturday May 5 – 7.30pm

Friday May 11 – 7.30pmSaturday May 12 – 7.30pmFriday May 18 – 7.30pmSaturday May 19 – 7.30pm [closing night]


AUDITION FORM


Please complete this form IN FULL and present it, to the Audition co-ordinator when you arrive at the ‘Tin Shed’. Please staple your performance history and colour 10x15cm headshot to this form. If under 18 years old, form must be signed by guardian.

Personal Information (this will not be passed to any third parties - it is for our use only)

Name:

Address: Postcode:

Mobile: Email Address:

I acknowledge that, if I am cast in this show, I will be photographed and filmed as part of the promotional aspects of the pro-duction. I give consent for my image & voice to be used in all Phoenix Ensemble media and release all copyright to Phoenix Ensemble. Signature: Date:

Your vocal range: DOB: Height:

Your dance styles:

auditioning foro Edward Bloom o The Witcho Will Bloom o Jenny Hillo Sandra Bloom o Dr. Bennetto Josephine Bloom o Young Willo Karl, the Giant o Zachy Priceo Amos Calloway o Ensembleo Don Price

Phoenix Ensemble understands that unexpected commitments may arise during the production and will make every effort to accommodate them but the company expects a high level of commitment from all cast members.

Please list all dates you are unavailable:

I am willing to be cast in another role.o Yes o No

I am willing to be cast in the ensemble.o Yes o No

If you do not receive an offer would you like to be included behind the scenes, e.g. props, crew, etc?o Yes o No

Phoenix Ensemble Use Only

Casting Offer:

Final Casting Communicated via: o phone o email

Notes:


PERFORMANCE HISTORY


Name: Mobile Number:

PERFORMANCE HISTORY (beginning with most recent please)

RELEVANT TRAININGVoice

Dance

Other (include other skills you may have - juggling, mime, acrobatics, etc.)

Production Role Theatre Company / Year


APPENDIX: AUDITION EXCERPTS


EVERY AUDITIONEE

BIG FISH is a collection of stories from the fantastic to the mythical told in the most outlandish of ways.

Did your dog learn how to do handstands?Did a sea-lion steal your shoes?Did you meet the most amazing fortune teller who told you your fate?

The creative team would love to hear one of your own stories. Please prepare a small story-telling session to us. It could be real. It could be imaginary. It could be from your past or from just last week. We want to hear what happened in your weird and wacky life and we want you to sell it to us!

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SCENE 8

GARAGE—NIGHT

#5B AFTER STRANGER (EDWARD’s desk and file cabinet are buried under mounds of file boxes. SANDRA enters, speaking to offstage WILL.)

SANDRA I wanted to tell you right away, but your father didn’t want anyone to know he was sick. How dare anyone think Edward Bloom is mortal.

(WILL enters with a bucket. SANDRA folds towels.)

SANDRA (CON’T) The treatment was a longshot. But your father was convinced it would work.

WILL What does Dr. Bennett say?

SANDRA He says comforting things. But we all know where this is headed.

WILL I’m so sorry, Mom. I want to do something. How can I help?

SANDRA I’m just glad you know. Family shouldn’t have secrets.

WILL Mom, have you and Dad talked about money?

SANDRA We have plenty of money.

WILL Is the house paid off?

SANDRA Years ago. The day we sent in the last check, we had champagne. Your father opened it with a sword.

(demonstrates)

Act 1 - Scene 8



WILL +SANDRA



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SANDRA (CON’T) There was glass in the carpet for weeks.

WILL

(re: files and boxes) Mom, you won’t mind if I look for the mortgage? The insurance...

(off her reaction) I’m worried about you, about what’s going to happen. We have to keep a roof over your head.

SANDRA I am not worried about the house. I’m not worried about me -- I’m worried about you.

WILL I’m fine, Mom. I’ll be fine, you don’t...

SANDRA Oh, “I’m fine.” You sound like your father.

#6 TWO MEN IN MY LIFE You are the two most stubborn men on Earth, and it is my curse that I love you both.

THERE ARE TWO MEN IN MY LIFE HIM AND YOU THERE ARE TWO MEN WHO’LL BE SPEAKING WHEN I’M THROUGH THERE ARE FEW MEN LIKE YOUR DAD NOT EASY TO DEFINE I KNOW HE ISN’T PERFECT BUT HE’S MINE

(They exit the garage, which moves offstage. WILL sets up chairs.)

THERE ARE TWO MEN IN MY LIFE HIM AND YOU AND I NEVER WANT TO CHOOSE BETWEEN THE TWO HE DISTORTS AND HE INVENTS SOME STORIES DON’T MAKE SENSE BUT WHY SHOULD THAT CONFUSE YOU WHY NOT LET THE MAN AMUSE YOU—

(EDWARD and JOSEPHINE enter. She’s laughing. A title card: “THE GIRL IN THE WATER”)

Act 1 - Scene 8

WILL +SANDRA


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SCENE 5

WEDDING RECEPTION AT THE WATER’S EDGE

(Lights shift as WEDDING DANCERS sweep in--WILL begins dancing with his new bride, JOSEPHINE. Her wedding gown is stunning.)

EDWARD Son, let me help you out there.

(EDWARD cuts in, sweeping JOSEPHINE off her feet. He’s quite the dancer. As they finish...)

EDWARD See, Will! That’s how you do it.

(WILL checks that JOSEPHINE is alright -- she is. They greet the crowd.)

WILL Thank you all so much for coming. Josephine and I are unbelievably grateful to have so many friends here to help us celebrate.

JOSEPHINE For people who don’t know, this is actually where Will proposed to me. One year ago, right here on the banks of this river. I had just met Edward and Sandra, and I knew -- I knew – that I wanted to be part of this family.

(Some coos as JOSEPHINE and WILL kiss)

WILL So before we get to dinner, we have a couple of things to...

(EDWARD interrupts)

EDWARD Yes, good evenin’! My name is Edward Bloom. On behalf of me and my wife Sandra -- she’s the gorgeous one right there -- it is a pleasure to welcome y’all to Alabama!

(noticing WILL’s objection)

Act 1 - Scene 5


EDWARD

start



EDWARD

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EDWARD (CON’T) Will told me I was not allowed to give a toast. You’ll notice there is no glass in my hand.

WILL Technicality.

EDWARD Technicality, he says!

(WILL and JOSEPHINE yield the floor to him)

EDWARD Will thinks I talk too much -- but I would have loved to have a talkative father. My own Daddy, he was a farmer. Lucky to get four words outta him. But one day -- one day I heard him out in the field, just blathering at length. Said he couldn’t get a word in between me and my mother, but the corn -- the corn was all ears.

(THE CROWD laughs. Some groans.)

EDWARD (to WAITER)

Oh, hey, back up here.

(He snags a glass of champagne from the WAITER)

EDWARD On the topic of fatherhood, I have an announcement. After careful consideration, I have decided to become a grandfather.

WILL Dad!

EDWARD Now, I’m sworn to secrecy, but I’m told my ambition may be fulfilled sooner than I dared hope.

(a silent beat)

(All eyes on WILL and JOSEPHINE. A look between them. Finally, JOSEPHINE makes the save--)

Act 1 - Scene 5

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