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  • The Spitfire Grill

    What would you give to start all over again?
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  • Percy Talbot, fresh out of prison, seeks a fresh start in Gilead, Wisconsin, finding solace and community at Hannah's struggling Spitfire Grill. When Hannah proposes a "write a letter, win the grill" contest, the town's secrets and dreams are stirred. This poignant musical, filled with music inspired by the rural folk music traditions of Southern Appalachia, explores themes of redemption, second chances, and the power of human connection. 

     

    Learn more about the show at: The Spitfire Grill

     

    The Full Cast Recording is available on Youtube: Cast Recording

     

     

    Music and Book by: James Valcq 

    Lyrics and Book by: Fred Alley

    Directed By: Terry Kelley 

     

     

    • IMPORTANT DATES: Rehearsals and Performances 

    • Important Dates:

      Auditions are May 18th and 19th from 6:30 to 8:30 PM.

      Callbacks if necessary: Thursday, May 21st, 6:30-8:30 PM.

      Rehearsals: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, May 28th through Aug 30th, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Not every performer will be required to be at every rehearsal.

      Build Days: July 25th and August 1st. All actors are required to be at a Build Day because we need your help! If you cannot help on a Build Day, send a family member or friend in your place! Or see the director or stage manager for another task.

      Tech Week: August 3rd-6th, 6-9 pm. Yes, this is a long week, ya'll. But it's part of it.

      Please stay flexible for a brush-up rehearsal on August 12th as we begin our 2nd week run.

      Performances: August 7th, 8th, 13th, 14th, and 15th at 7 pm, August 9th and 16th at 2 pm.

      Strike: August 16th immediately following the closing performance. All actors are required to participate.

      If you have conflicts that you know in advance, we will try to work with your schedule. Email tkelley@auburnact.org with questions.

      It is my heartfelt wish that the cast of The Spitfire Grill will volunteer to greet and be ushers for any night of the following productions in October/ November/ May. Our audiences love to recognize the actors they enjoyed seeing in previous shows!

       

    • Select your Audition Slot, May 18 or April 19 
    • Roles and Vocal Ranges 

    • Characters, Approximate ages, Vocal Ranges

      Ages are for the characters and are approximate.

      All roles are open to all races/ethnicities.

      If you are not sure of your vocal range please audition anyway. We can figure it out.

       

      Percy Talbot (Mezzo, occasionally up to light F in some phrases.Early to mid 20s)

      A feisty parolee desperate to start over. Her past has given her wisdom and sadness beyond her years.


      Hannah Ferguson (Character Mezzo/Alto, 60+)

      The tough-skinned owner of the Spitfire Grill, a widow with a short, no-nonsense manner


      Shelby Thorpe (Soprano, light folk sound, 30s)


      Caleb’s meek and shy but soulful wife. She begins to show confidence under Percy's influence.


      Effy Krayneck (Mezzo/Alto, 40s or 50s)


      nosy and opinionated postmistress - must carry close harmonies


      Joe Sutter (Folk Tenor to G/A, mid 20s to mid 30s)


      The local sheriff and Percy's parole officer - he has an appealing intensity and a restless nature.


      Caleb Thorpe (Folk/rock baritone to G, mid 30s to early 40s)


      Hannah’s bitter and frustrated nephew and former foreman of the stone quarry. Frustrated as he loses control over most aspects of his life, he exerts control over his wife.


      The Visitor (40s)


      A mysterious figure who never speaks. An actor with powerful eyes and a very strong sense of his body..

       

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