Memphis - Audition Request

"Memphis" Audition Sign-up
Please use this form to show your interest in auditioning for one of the available roles for "Memphis" (music and lyrics by David Bryan; book and lyrics by Joe DiPietro) directed by Dom Glover. Auditions will be held at The Toledo Repertoire Theatre, located at 16 Tenth Street, Toledo, Ohio 43604. All auditioners will be considered.

Auditions will consist of a vocal audition and dance; please bring proper clothing & footwear. Auditioners should prepare 32 measures of a popular/contemporary song in the style of "Memphis" - blues/jazz/R&B. You may sing a song from the show. An accompanist will be provided (you must provide sheet music). You may also use an accompaniment track, but must provide your own speaker for playback. Please bring a list of any conflicts you may have during this production process.

Ages 16+ of all races, ages, shapes and sizes are encouraged to audition.

Production Dates: June 6-23, 2025 (three weekends).
SHOW SUMMARY - Memphis

Music and Lyrics by David Bryan
Book and Lyrics by Joe DiPietro

From the underground dance clubs of 1950’s Memphis, Tennessee, comes the Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical that bursts off the stage with explosive dancing, irresistible songs and a thrilling tale of fame and forbidden love. Inspired by actual events, MEMPHIS is about a white radio DJ who wants to change the world and a black club singer who is ready for her big break. Come along on their incredible journey to the ends of the airwaves– filled with laughter, soaring emotion and roof-raising rock ‘n’ roll. Winner of four 2010 Tony Awards including Best Musical and two 2015 Olivier Awards, MEMPHIS features a Tony-winning book by Joe DiPietro and a Tony-winning original score with music by Bon Jovi founding member David Bryan.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion-conscious casting are the lifeblood of theatre. As such, we encourage, enable, and celebrate all people auditioning to consider the character that speaks to them, regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation or attractionality, national origin, adult age, disability, and/or genetic information.
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Saturday March 29, 12:00-2:00 pmSunday March 30, 6:00-8:00 pm
I am interested in auditioning for the following role(s).*

DELRAY JONES - African American Male. 20+ - baritone/bassAFRICAN AMERICAN DJ/WAILIN' JOE -African American male, age 18+ - tenorWHITE DJ/PERRY COMO - Caucasian male, age 21+ - baritoneREVEREND HOBSON/ENSEMBLE - African American male 30+ - tenorAFRICAN AMERICAN FEMALE TRIO (feature ETHEL) - (ensemble singing)AFRICAN AMERICAN MALE TRIO - (ensemble singing)PERRY COMO/FRANK DRYER/ENSEMBLE - Caucasian male 21+ - baritoneMR. COLLINS/FRANK DRYER - Caucasian male, 30+ (ensemble)GORDON GRANT/FATHER -Caucasian male, 30+ (ensemble)CLARA/WHITE MOTHER - (ensemble singing)BUCK WILEY/MARTIN HOLTON - Caucasian male, 21 + (ensemble)TEENAGER - Caucasian female, 15-19 (ensemble)African American ensemble - singers and dancers, multi-age, multi-voice rangeCaucasian ensemble - singers and dancers, multi-age, multi-voice range
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I agree to allow my image to be used for publicity, production and promotional photos representing both the play 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 (dismantling the set and cleanup of the stage) following the final performance. (REQUIRED PARTICIPATION)*

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I acknowledge that I will be auditioning at the Toledo Rep 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 am displaying any symptoms of Covid-19. If required I will wear a mask that covers my nose and mouth at all times 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 on June 6-7, 13-14, 19-21 at 8:00pm and June 15 and 22 at 2:30pm. Additional requirements of the role I am auditioning for will be discussed by the director at the time of my audition.*

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Rehearsals will scheduled when casting is complete; normal schedule is usually Mon.-Thurs., 6:30-8:30, but may included other days and times as needed. Please list below dates and times of any conflicts you have with weekday evening rehearsals or weekend rehearsals (note, we do not need information on why, simply dates and times that you are unavailable).*
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"Memphis" Audition Sign-up