"A Christmas Carol" Audition Request
Please use this form to show your interest in auditioning for one of the available roles for the Toledo Rep's annual production of "A Christmas Carol" Directed by Jeffrey Albright, Vocal and Music Direction by Gail Mowry, Choreography by Sarah Dusseau. Performances will be at The Toledo Repertoire Theatre, December 5-8, 12-15, 2024. **NOTE: Auditions will be held at TOLEDO SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS, 1401 Adams Street (use this entrance). Actors will read from sides provided at the audition and will be asked to sing 16 bars acapella of a Christmas song or show tune. There will not be an accompanist until CALLBACKS. The director will cast two sets of children, going back to the tradition of a Holly and an Ivy Cast; these casts will split the performances. All major (Adult) speaking roles will have an understudy and each understudy (other than Scrooge) will be guaranteed at least one public performance. All roles are open, other than the role of SCROOGE (played by Paul Causman). Those wishing to be considered as Dancers should note that on their audition form. The choreographer will hold dance auditions during the early part of the rehearsal process. Please note ALL conflicts on your audition form so that the production team can assemble a viable rehearsal schedule. Rehearsal will begin sometime in mid-September.
Show Summary
Adapted from the novella by Charles Dickens. A Toledo Rep tradition for more than 30 years, this timeless tale of redemption follows Ebenezer Scrooge as he is transformed by the spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Future from a miserly old curmudgeon into a man who embodies the true meaning of Christmas. With lavish costumes, spectacular sets and a musical score rich with carols of the era, the Rep’s annual holiday gift to Toledo is a production you will not want to miss!
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If you are auditioning with your family, each person must complete this audition request form. Please list their names here if you would like us to schedule your auditions together.
I am interested in auditioning for the following adult roles (please check all that apply)
Bob Cratchit: Loving father and husband, kindhearted, hardworking, a part of him fears Scrooge and another part pities him. tenor.
Mrs. Cratchit: Bob Crachit’s wife: practical, strong, capable. Her family is everything. soprano.
Fred, Scrooge’s Nephew: A true gentleman who truly wants to know his uncle, wishes he could understand what caused Scrooge to be so difficult. baritone.
Millie, Fred’s wife: She adores Fred and dislikes anyone who mistreats her husband – therefore she has great disdain for Scrooge. soprano
Topper, Fred’s good friend: a jokester, wants to be the center of the party. Character actor.
Jake, a vendor: Common man who takes great pride in being a street vendor, honest but quick to hustle the extra farthing. Strong sense of humor, prefers to laugh at the world rather than find fault. Character actor who sings, tenor.
Nell, another vendor: She fancies herself an artist with wool. Like Jake she has a strong sense of humor and a very kind heart. Character woman who sings, alto.
Gentlemen 1 and 2: Well-to-do businessmen who believe charity for the unfortunate is their societal duty. Character actors.
Jacob Marley, ghost: Gloomy, pathetic, doomed to walk the Earth bearing the chains of his past, somewhat manic as he switches from pleading with Scrooge to admonishing him. Character actor.
Christmas Past: Wise beyond her years, at times a child, a sprite, and then the old sage – Puck-like/Yoda-like. Must be light on her feet. Female, strong actress/soprano/dancer.
Christmas Present: Boisterous, Jolly, larger than life, always looking for an opportunity to spread Christmas cheer. Strong actor who moves well, BIG baritone voice.
Christmas Future: There are no lines and the actor is covered by the costume; however, must be able to move well, strong movement on drywall stilts.
Mr. Fezziwig: Happy, generous, likes to tease his wife, loves her very much and wants the same for his daughters. Character actor who dances well
Mrs. Fezziwig: Happy, generous, likes to tease her husband, loves him very much and wants the same for her daughters. Character actor who dance well
Young Scrooge: Determined to make his mark in the world, hides his feelings behind his strong sense of purpose. Strong actor
Belle: Fezziwig’s oldest daughter, beautiful, intelligent, practical, knows what she wants in this world. Strong actress
Charwoman: She has worked for Scrooge for years, waiting for the opportunity to take from him what she feels she has earned, unscrupulous, bold, strong character woman
Joe, the Keeper: He has also worked for Scrooge for years, waiting for his opportunity, however, he waits for the charwoman to initiate the actions so if caught he is not at fault – she made him do it. Character man
Ensemble of townspeople/guests all ages: must sing and move well, some acting and dancing features
I am interested in auditioning for the following young adult/youth roles (please check all that apply)
Martha Cratchit: she is now a young woman, misses her family so much, older teen, soprano, strong singer, must be able to sing parts
Peter Cratchit: adores his family, eager to please, boy, tenor or boy soprano, strong singer, must be able to sing parts
Francis Cratchit: smart, quick to make comment, the middle child, soprano, strong singer, must be able to sing parts
Belinda Cratchit: shy, but wants to be included in everything, soprano, strong singer, must be able to sing parts
Tiny Tim Cratchit: must be small in stature, sickly – uses a cane to walk, wise beyond his years, soprano, strong singer, must be able to sing parts
Young Ebby: lonely, sad. boy, boy soprano (must be able to handle his own vocal part)
Fan, Ebby’s older sister: eager to have her brother back with her. Teen girl soprano.
Turkey Boy: eager to please if there’s money attached – needs to look like he is struggling to carry the large turkey he fetches.
Ensemble of townspeople/guests all ages: must sing and move well, some acting and dancing features
Sprites: dancers who help the Ghosts
School children: must be able to sing in parts, some acting and dancing features
Please clarify your character selection
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I am most interested in the roles specified above but will accept any role
I will accept only the roles specified above
I am available for auditions at the following time (check all that apply). I acknowledge that I will be contacted for a specific audition timeslot after my request has been received. Callbacks will be Sunday, August 25 at 3:00-6:00 p.m.
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Wednesday August 21, 6:00-7:30 - CHILDREN
Wednesday August 21, 7:30-9:00 - CHILDREN
Thursday August 22, 6:00-7:30 - ADULTS
Thursday August 22, 7:30-9:00 - ADULTS
Sunday August 25 - noon-2:00 - alternate date if unable to make previous dates (Children AND Adults)
I will prepare and perform 18-32 bars of a Christmas song I believe best shows my ability as a performer at the time of my audition.
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Yes I agree
I acknowledge that I may be asked to perform a reading from the script for one or more characters.
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Yes I agree
If auditioning for a dancer, I will be prepared to meet the choreographer to learn a short dance number.
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Yes I will be auditioning as a dancer
No I will not be auditioning as a dancer
Prior Theatrical (including singing) and/or Dance Experience
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Other skills and talents
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The following dates and times I have conflicts and can not attend any rehearsal scheduled. Please note that we do not need to know why you cannot attend, simply list dates and times you are unavailable.
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I agree to allow my image to be used for publicity, production and promotional photos representing both the production in which I am cast and The Toledo Repertoire Theatre.
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I understand that I give up all rights to compensation or remuneration for any such photos, and all photos and publicity materials become the property of The Toledo Repertoire Theatre or the photographer with whom it contracts.
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If cast, I agree to participate in strike following the final performance.
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I acknowledge that I will be auditioning at the Toledo School for the Arts in person. I will perform a wellness check at home prior to arrival and will contact the Rep to determine an alternative audition format in the event that I have a fever of 100.4 or higher. If unvaccinated, I will wear a mask that covers my nose and mouth except when performing my official audition.
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I acknowledge that the production will take place in person at the Toledo Repertoire Theatre, December 5-7 and 12-14 at 8:00pm as well as December 7-8 and 14-15 at 2:30pm.
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I am available to perform a School Performance on the following dates. School performances begin at 10:00am and are normally completed by 12:00pm.
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Thursday December 5
Friday December 6
Thursday December 12
Friday December 13
I am not available for school performances
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