Casting THE KING AND I and BREAKING UP IS HARD TO DO

Auditions for BREAKING UP IS HARD TO DO; read below for additional auditions for THE KING AND I.

Cabrillo Music Theatre announces auditions the West Coast Premiere of BREAKING UP IS HARD TO DO, a "jukebox" book musical, built around the songs of Neil Sedaka. Taking place in a Catskills resort, circa 1960, it weaves a tale of love and laughter with classic Neil Sedaka hits, such as "Calendar Girl," "Love Will Keep Us Together," "Where The Boys Are," and the title tune. The six-member cast is joined onstage by a four-piece band of singer-musicians. BREAKING UP IS HARD TO DO will be directed and choreographed by Troy Magino. Lloyd Cooper will serve as Musical Director, and the production will be supervised by Cabrillo Music Theatre’s Artistic Director, Lewis Wilkenfeld.

Performances to take place at the Kavli Theatre, Thousand Oaks Countrywide Civic Arts Plaza, Thousand Oaks, CA. ALL ROLES OPEN TO NON-EQUITY. There is pay for non-union performers. Diversity is encouraged; all ethnic types welcome.

BREAKING UP IS HARD TO DO begins rehearsal on December 15, 2008. Performances run January 9-18, 2009, at the Kavli Theatre, Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, Countrywide Performing Arts Center. Currently seeking Equity Talent and non-Equity Talent. All roles are open, and all roles open to Non-Equity talent. Three Equity Guest Artist Contracts (Tier III) available, to be used among the six acting roles. Names will be considered for all roles.

Adult roles limited to Age 16 and above. First auditions will be a singing call. Bring sheet music in the proper key, accompanist provided. Musical theatre or pop okay. No recorded music or a capella, please. Non-union please limit song to one minute. DIVERSITY IS ENCOURAGED. All ethnic types WELCOME.

Audition schedule is as follows:

Thousand Oaks Auditions – A.E.A. and non A.E.A.:
Hillcrest Center for the Arts, 403 W. Hillcrest, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Sunday, September 7th – 6PM-9PM

Los Angeles Auditions – A.E.A. and non-A.E.A.:
Madilyn Clark Studios, 10852 Burbank Blvd., N. Hollywood, CA 91601
Monday, September 8th – 3:00PM-6:00PM

All auditions are by appointment only. To schedule an audition, please call (805) 497-8615. When leaving a message, please include your name, role(s) for which you’d like to be considered, telephone number, day and approximate time you’d like to audition, and whether or not you’re a member of Actors’ Equity Assn.

ROLES:

MARGE GELMAN (20-30’s): mezzo soprano, comfortable to an E; Abandoned at the altar, Marge is an aspiring dentist from Brooklyn who finds herself in the Catskills on what would have been her honeymoon weekend with her best friend Lois. Must be strong vocalist with good comedic ability. All types considered.
LOIS WARNER (20’s-30’s): alto with some mezzo soprano ability, comfortable to a C; An aspiring nightclub singer, Lois lives her life as if in a Betty Grable movie. In trying to help her friend Marge recover from heartbreak, she inadvertently puts her in the line of fire of Del, the hotel's suave but manipulative bandleader. Lois is a quirky girl with more heart than smarts. Must be strong vocalist with good comedic ability. All types considered.
DEL DELMONACO (late 20's to 30's) tenor, comfortable to an A; The resorts headliner with more charm than one person should be allowed to have. Del will do anything to get ahead, including misleading Marge into thinking he loves her and stealing his cousin Gabe's songs for his own use. Del is not the sharpest knife in the drawer. Must be strong vocalist with good sense of comic timing and have the ability to ‘live’ in the period. All types considered.
GABE (mid to late 20's) tenor, Bb-C range; The clumsy, brainy and terribly sweet Guy Friday at the hotel, Gabe is on a fast track to joining his father's orthodontia practice. Lacking the self-confidence to perform his own music, Gabe is secretly the songwriting genius behind the music Del claims as his own. Upon meeting Marge he falls head over heels. Must be strong vocalist with a likable sensitivity. All types considered.
ESTHER (mid 40’s's to 60's) alto, comfortable to a C, or at least a Bb, but should really be rich in her low to mid register; The owner of the mid-size hotel named after her (Esther's Paradise), Esther is a survivor. Since the death of her husband, she has single-handedly kept the hotel afloat using crafty solutions, boundless energy and creativity to keep guests happy. She is fiercely independent, refusing help or support from anyone, and she's always there with a quip or smart remark. Must be strong but likable personality. All types considered.
HARVEY (50's to 60's) baritone, should have range to an F# or a G; The resident "tummler" (comedian/social director) at Esther's Paradise, Harvey is old-school. He is all about the punch line. A confirmed bachelor, Harvey spends most of his life cracking wise and avoiding any show of genuine emotion or vulnerability. Must be good vocalist with a strong sense of comedic timing. All types considered.
THE BAND (Piano, Bass, Guitar, Drums): The band is visible onstage as the "House Band" at Esther's Paradise Resort, and sings throughout the show. Must hold harmony. Male or female welcome. Already-formed bands will be considered.
THE KING AND I – Audition follow-up:
Auditions and callbacks have concluded. Cabrillo Music Theatre is still accepting new auditions for the following roles:
THE KRALAHOME (Age 40-60) – The Prime Minister of Siam, hard and narrow-minded, less capable of change than his leader. Excellent actor, any vocal type. Must convince as Asian.
LADY THIANG (Age 35-45) – Mother of the Crown Prince and first wife to King. Wise, composed and understanding. Must sing very well (Legit Mezzo) and convince as Asian.
SIR EDWARD RAMSAY (Age 30-45) – Distinguished British diplomat visiting Siam. Handsome, with a light sense of humor. Convincing British accent. Non-singing role, who might double as offstage singer.
CAPTAIN ORTON (Age 35+) – Sea captain, he’s warm and compassionate. Convincing British accent. Non-singing role, who might double as offstage singer.
BOYS (Ages 5-14), all progeny of the King and his many wives. Must sing and move well. Must convince as Asian or similar ethnicity.
Please contact 805-497-8615 if interested.