Audition Form for the musical Dirty Rotten Scoundrels

  • Audition Form for Fauquier Community Theatre's Production of the musical Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (VA Non-Equity/Community Theatre)

  • General Information - Auditions Open to the Public (Must be 18 by time of Performances in April 2023 to Audition)

    General Information - Auditions Open to the Public (Must be 18 by time of Performances in April 2023 to Audition)

    Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is a 2004 comedy musical, it is based on the 1988 film of the same name. The musical premiered on Broadway in 2005 and ran for 626 performances. The Australian production opened in 2013 to rave reviews and was called the "best musical to hit Sydney this century" by the Sydney Morning Herald. DRS is a BIG cast, BIG energy, BIG performance show with many options for you to SHINE on stage as part of a FUN and hard working team focused on crafting the best musical to come out of the DC area this year. This “Great Big Show” is produced by an experienced, award-winning team of 22 consummate professionals - literally a who’s who list of talent including veteran Director Matt Moore (“Jesus Christ Superstar,” “Shrek,” “Our Town,” “Amadeus,” and 25+ full length shows and Musicals) Produced by Mary Beth Balint (“Jesus Christ Superstar,” “Shrek,” “Captain Dangerous,” and 10+ shows); Technical Director Dan Martin, Vocal and Music Direction from Catie Murray, Robert Debroeck and consultant Katy Benko-Miner, Choreography by Gabrielle Tessier with consultant Vicky Taylor, and more. Auditions will take place Friday, January 27 from 7 pm to 10 pm, and Saturday January 28 from 9 am to noon and 1 pm to 4 pm. Auditions will be held at the John Barton Payne building located at 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton, Virginia. (Call backs will be by invitation on Thursday, February 2 at 7 pm.) Rehearsals will be at Fauquier Community Theatre and a couple of other venues in Warrenton until March, when we move all rehearsals to the Fauquier Community Theatre stage on Aiken Drive.

  • Plot Synopsis

    Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, based on the popular 1988 MGM film, takes us to the French Riviera for high jinks and hilarity. Sophisticated, suave with a good dash of mischief, this hysterical comedy features a delightfully jazzy score by David Yazbek (The Full Monty) and was nominated for a staggering eleven Tony Awards.Lawrence Jameson makes his lavish living by talking rich ladies out of their money. Freddy Benson more humbly swindles women by waking their compassion with fabricated stories about his grandmother's failing health. After meeting on a train, they attempt to work together, only to find that this small French town isn't big enough for the two of them. They agree on a settlement: the first one to extract $50,000 from a young female target, heiress, Christine Colgate, wins, and the other must leave town. A hilarious battle of cons ensues that will keep audiences laughing, humming and guessing to the end! "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

  • Audition Roles

    Characters

  • Lawrence Jameson
    An experienced British con artist who is sophisticated, suave, and elegant, and understated. The successful actor will need to perform with a convincing, not comical, British accent. In addition, will need to be able to speak in German and Spanish accents.
    Gender: male
    Age: 45 to 60
    Vocal range top: Bb4
    Vocal range bottom: G2

    Freddy Benson
    A young, clever, aspiring American con artist. He is a sloppy, yet attractive womanizer, and is eventually conned by Christine. This is a high-energy role for a high-energy performer.
    Gender: male
    Age: 25 to 35
    Vocal range top: B4
    Vocal range bottom: A2

    Christine Colgate
    A seemingly good-natured American heiress vacationing on the French Riviera, who is revealed to be a notorious con artist. Naive and clueless at first, she becomes cunning and mischievous.
    Gender: female
    Age: 35 to 45
    Vocal range top: F#5
    Vocal range bottom: A3

    Andre Thibault
    Lawrence's French assistant. Official and mostly serious, he has a light-hearted nature and a quirky sense of humor. The successful actor will understand how to perform a convincing yet non-comical French accent.
    Gender: male
    Age: 45 to 55
    Vocal range top: F4
    Vocal range bottom: F2

    Muriel Eubanks
    A wealthy and attractive American socialite from Nebraska, she one of Lawrence's victims and Andre's subsequent love interest.
    Gender: female
    Age: 50 to 60
    Vocal range top: C5
    Vocal range bottom: E3

    Jolene
    An American heiress from Oklahoma and the "Princess of Petroleum," she is very eager, optimistic, energetic, and above all, shallow.
    Gender: female
    Age: 25 to 35
    Vocal range top: D5
    Vocal range bottom: A3

    Ensemble
    Former paramours; Waiters; Butlers; Maids; Bellhops; Conceierge; Lenore; Sophia; more. The ensemble will need to have both experienced dancers and excellent vocalists; this large group is the backbone of a high-energy, BIG show. Directibility, hard work and flexibility are a must. 

  • Audition Preparation

    Our auditions are going to be fun and full of opportunity to shine. We are looking for performers wanting to show their stuff - so bring it all in as you sing and dance in front of and with your fellow actors. As our Director likes to say, “For many of you, the Audition is our First Rehearsal.” Prepare a verse and chorus of an appropriate song (do your research - we love it when actors have thought about the show!) Up to two minutes. A bluetooth speaker for your accompany music will be available. In addition, we will have cold readings, direct ability exercises, and a basic dance audition on site (choreography to be taught on location). Please wear comfortable clothing, appropriate footwear, bring water and expect to be there for the entire audition block. Auditions include performing up to two minutes a verse and a chorus (or equivalent) from a Broadway show, reading sides from the script, and learning some dance choreography on site. Please wear comfortable clothing and have appropriate footwear. Please note, you MUST be 18 by the time of our first performance in April 2023 to be considered for this cast.

  • Registration for Auditions for FCT's musical "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels"

    Please complete the following form and click the submit button. Please bring a picture of yourself to the audition that you do not mind leaving with us.
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  • Rehearsals and Schedules for the musical "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels"

    Many cast members may be required to attend 3-4 rehearsals per week prior to Tech Week and every day during Tech Week. The set will be struck following the last matinee performance, and ALL cast members and parents are required to assist. You MUST commit to ALL rehearsals during Tech Week and ALL performances. Your availability for rehearsals will GREATLY influence your chances of receiving a part. Please LIST any prior commitments (regular or occasional) starting with the day after callbacks that may conflict with the rehearsal schedule. Our team is committed to scheduling all rehearsals and important dates in advance and we will not waste your time - we know you have busy lives. The rehearsal schedule will be generated immediately after casting, based on the conflicts you list in this audition form, so please be very specific. We are starting with a BANG and running hard until our performances. Performance Dates in 2023 are April 28, 29, 30; May 5, 6, 7; and May 12, 13, 14.

  • Fauquier Community Theatre Policies

    Please note the following FCT policies:·If you are cast, you are required to become a member of FCT. Yearly Membership dues are $25 for an individual or $50 for a family, which includes all adults living in your immediate household. (This is the minimum; higher membership levels have extra benefits and are encouraged!) Membership dues are preferred to be made online or a check payable to Fauquier Community Theatre may be given to the Producer. Please consider donating more than the fee. You will receive lunch at the annual meeting and comp tickets for further levels of membership. FCT has a zero tolerance policy toward sexual harrassment and abuse and may conduct background checks.There is no smoking, vaping, drug use, or drinking alcoholic beverages at any time in the theatre, dressing room trailer, or any rehearsal location. You may not smoke or eat at any time while in costume, indoors or outdoors. Adherence to the policies of Fauquier County Department of Parks and Recreation and to those of our rehearsal hosts is expected of all participants.It is the responsibility of all participants to assure that all aspects of the production are conducted in a safe manner. Participation in this production is strictly voluntary. The participant agrees to hold harmless and indemnify Fauquier Community Theatre - Story Painters, Inc., its Board of Directors, employees, and associated representatives from any and all claims, judgments or settlements resulting from the participant’s involvement in any rehearsals or performances of this show.
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