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Musicals at Richter (MAR), Connecticut’s longest-running outdoor theater, will feature three full-scale Broadway favorites. "Once Upon a Mattress" opens June 12, followed by "Hairspray," which opens July 3. "Annie Get Your Gun" starts July 24.
Open auditions for high school (ages 14 and up), college and adult performers will be held Thursday, April 2, from 7 to 9 p.m.; Friday, April 3, from 7 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, April 4, from 1:30 to 5 p.m.
Doors will open a half hour before the audition begins. Those auditioning for Main Stage shows should prepare two contrasting songs from traditional and contemporary musical theater that show their range, bring sheet music in their key, and be ready to sing only their best 16 measures if necessary. An accompanist will be provided.
Those auditioning should complete and print out an audition form from the theater website and bring a picture and resume (stapled) if they have them. They should also be prepared to learn a short dance combination and read from the script if asked.
All ethnicities are encouraged to attend and all roles are open. Positions are unpaid and housing is not available.
Show descriptions and casting breakdowns are on the theater website,
Separate auditions for young performers ages 6 to 13 are scheduled for Saturday, April 4, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Young performers should prepare a song and bring sheet music in their key.
The Fairy Tale Theater Company will also be auditioning for roles this year.
For information, visit the Musicals at Richter website or send an email to info@MusicalsatRichter.org.
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