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Audition Notices

Auditions for Oliver

Image The Chatham Community Players will hold open auditions for the musical, OLIVER! by Lionel Bart based on the book, Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens. The production runs May 7 – 22, 2010 at the Chatham Playhouse. Bob Cline directs and Rich Lovallo is Musical Director.

Auditions will be held on Sunday, February 7 at 2pm for children ONLY (14 and under), Monday, February 8 and Tuesday, February 9 at 7pm for adult actors. All auditions will be held at The Chatham Playhouse, 23 North Passaic Ave., Chatham.

Image Adults should prepare 16 bars in the style of the show (songs from the show are acceptable). Children may bring 16 bars of a selection they are familiar with; however, they may be taught a selection from the show.

The Chatham Players have an open call casting policy. ALL roles are open, none are precast, and everyone is encouraged to audition. Any questions please call Kristin Furlong at (732) 208-4184 or email her at kristinbarber33@yahoo.com.

Synopsis:

Based on the classic tale of the orphan boy who asked for more, Lionel Bart’s award-winning musical masterpiece Oliver! features all the Charles Dickens characters singing such popular songs as “Food, Glorious Food,” “I’d Do Anything,” “Consider Yourself,” and “As Long As He Needs Me.” Hailed the world over as one of the best-loved family musicals of all time.

Character Breakdown:

Principle roles:

Oliver TwistThe protagonist of the story, he is a lonely orphan boy born in the workhouse, This actor must appear to be about 10 years old - boy soprano - must have strong ability to convey real emotions. Fagin A conniving career criminal, he takes in homeless boys and teaches them to pick pockets for him. He is the leader of Fagin's gang - a band of London pickpockets and thieves - this actor must appear to be 40 - 60 years of age - musical performer - must have great character skills. Baritone Nancy 25 - 40. Bill Sikes' lover, she takes a liking to Oliver and treats him like her own child. She sings several "big" voice number and the "eleven o'clock" ballad - requires a singer/dancer/actress. Alto Bill Sikes 35 - 50, Nancy's brutal boyfriend - the "bad guy" - very violent. Bass/Baritone Artful Dodger this actor must appear to be about 14 years old. He is the cleverest of Fagin's pickpockets and introduces Fagin to Oliver. This actor must have a dynamic stage presence. Mr. Bumble 35 - 50 - the parochial overseer - Mr. Bumble oversee the operations of the work house were Oliver lives as a child-- Baritone/Tenor Widow Corney 35 - 50- comic role - female sidekick to Mr. Bumble. Soprano

Other roles:

Bet (15-18) Nancy's friend, one of Fagin's former pickpockets. Alto Mr. Sowerberry 40 - 60, the undertaker, a classic Dickensian character tall/thin - comic song. Baritone Mrs. Sowerberry - 30 - 60 - comic wife of Mr. Sowerberry. Soprano Mrs Bedwin – 35 – 50 – Mr Brownlow’s friendly housekeeper. Soprano Mr. Brownlow - 50 - 65. Oliver's long lost relative. Non-Singing role Dr Grimwig – 38-50 – Doctor. Non-Singing role Charley Bates - 13 -15, Dodger's sidekick - a member of Fagin's gang. Non-Singing role Charlotte- the young (15-20) year old worker in the funeral home. Non-Singing role Chorus (adult) Workers in the warehouse, thieves, London merchants, street vendors, bar keeps, policemen etc. Kid's ensemble - 8 to 10 young performers (all must appear 10 - 14 years old) to play the boys in he the work house and the members of Fagin's gang. Both boys and girls are encouraged to audition.