American Gothic Performing Arts is seeking performers for the entire 2025 Season, June 6-30, 2024.  Casting singers, actors and dancers for roles in Lend Me a Tenor (play version), Sweeney Todd (in concert), Annie and Appalachian Spring.  Performers with multiple skills are encouraged to submit materials for all productions. Further details can be found at AmericanGothicFest.org

SWEENEY TODD: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street

Book by Hugh Wheeler

Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim

Direction by Dennis Willhoit & Susan Bender

Choreography by Andréa Edge

Music Direction by TBA

Conducted by Daniel Kleinknecht

Current Audition Dates (additional in-person auditions pending):

In-person:

Wausau, WI: Saturday, February 1, Wausau Conservatory of Music, 10a - 2p

Virtual:

Video and Resume submissions open until February 8, 2024

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Video of two (2) contrasting excerpts, one up tempo and one ballad, from the traditional musical theater repertoire. Excerpts from the show are encouraged.

• Dance Reel

• Two-minutes video monologue

• Headshot

• Resume

SUBMIT MATERIALS TO: americangothicfest@gmail.com

Rehearsals: May 26 – June 5.

Show dates: June 6 & 8

Project Description: Casting all roles in the classic Sondheim score Sweeney Todd
An infamous tale, Sweeney Todd, an unjustly exiled barber, returns to nineteenth century London, seeking vengeance against the lecherous judge who framed him and ravaged his young wife. The road to revenge leads Todd to Mrs. Lovett, a resourceful proprietress of a failing pie shop, above which he opens a new barber practice. Mrs. Lovett’s luck sharply shifts when Todd’s thirst for blood inspires the integration of an ingredient into her meat pies that has the people of London lining up… and the carnage has only just begun!

American Gothic Performing Arts (AGPA) is committed to creating quality shows with quality people. We enjoy cultivating an inclusive, diverse, and safe environment that is beneficial to the creative and collaborative process. We encourage actors of all ages, ethnicities, gender identities, and disabilities to audition. 

CURRENTLY CASTING

 Sweeney Todd

A wrongfully imprisoned barber seeking to right the wrongs committed against him. He is Johanna's father, singularly focused on taking bloody revenge. Our story's tormented protagonist.

Gender: male

Age: 40 to 55

Vocal range top: Gb4

Vocal range bottom: F2

Mrs. Lovett

An entrepreneurial and amoral meat pie shop owner. She falls in love with Todd and turns his desire for revenge into a profitable business venture.

Gender: female

Age: 35 to 50

Vocal range top: E5

Vocal range bottom: G3

Anthony Hope

A naive and youthful sailor returning to London. He helps Todd return to London and unexpectedly falls in love with Johanna.

Gender: male

Age: 20 to 30

Vocal range top: F4

Vocal range bottom: Bb2

Johanna

A spritely girl, full of innocence, constantly yearning for freedom. Todd's long-lost daughter and Turpin's ward.

Gender: female

Age: 18 to 21

Vocal range top: A5

Vocal range bottom: Bb3

Tobias Ragg

A poor youngster apprenticed to Pirelli. He finds a surrogate family in Todd and Lovett.

Gender: male

Age: 12 to 18

Vocal range top: Ab4

Vocal range bottom: Bb2

Judge Turpin

A lecherous public official who portrays himself as a sanctimonious authoritarian. He takes advantage of his position in the city and is responsible for imprisoning Todd.

Gender: male

Age: 50 to 65

Vocal range top: Gb4

Vocal range bottom: E2

 The Beadle

A pompous public official. He is deeply loyal to the corrupt Turpin.

Gender: male

Age: 40 to 55

Vocal range top: D5

Vocal range bottom: D3

Beggar Woman

A deranged and schizophrenic woman who harbors a dark, surprising secret.

Gender: female

Age: 35 to 50

Vocal range top: F5

Vocal range bottom: Ab3

Adolfo Pirelli

A flamboyant Italian rival barber; a charlatan with a secret past.

Gender: male

Age: 30 to 45

Vocal range top: C5

Vocal range bottom: B2

Jonas Fogg

The owner of Fogg's Asylum. He sells the hair of madmen to wigmakers.

Gender: male

Age: 35 to 60

Ensemble

Townspeople; Policemen; Lunatics

COMPENSATION

Up to $750/week, Housing, Food and Travel Allowances

KEN LUDWIG’S LEND ME A TENOR

By Ken Ludwig

Directed by Brian Warren

Current Audition Dates (additional in-person auditions pending):

In-person:

Wausau, WI: Saturday, February 1, Wausau Conservatory of Music, 10a - 2p

Virtual:

Video and Resume submissions open until February 8, 2024

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:

·        Two-minute video monologue

·        Headshot

·        Resume

If you would like to be considered for any other festival production, please include:

·       Video of two (2) contrasting excerpts, one up tempo and one ballad, from the traditional musical theater repertoire. Excerpts from the show are encouraged.

·      Dance Reel

SUBMIT MATERIALS TO: americangothicfest@gmail.com

Callbacks: Callbacks will be held virtually.

Rehearsals: May 26 - June 6

Show dates: June 7, 13, 15 , 17 and 20

Zoom rehearsals and individual coachings to begin May 1

Project Description: Casting all roles in Ken Ludwig’s Lend Me a Tenor

Lend Me A Tenor is set in September 1934. It’s 1934, and the world’s greatest tenor Tito Merelli has come to Cleveland, Ohio, to save its Grand Opera Company by singing Pagliacci. When he’s unexpectedly incapacitated, Max, the Opera Director’s meek assistant, is given the daunting task of finding a last-minute replacement. Chaos ensues – including a scheming soprano, a star-struck ingénue, a jealous wife, and more than a bit of mistaken identity. A sensation on Broadway and in London’s West End, this madcap, screwball comedy is guaranteed to leave you teary-eyed with laughter.

American Gothic Performing Arts (AGPA) is committed to creating quality shows with quality people. We enjoy cultivating an inclusive, diverse, and safe environment that is beneficial to the creative and collaborative process. We encourage actors of all ages, ethnicities, gender identities, and disabilities to audition.

CURRENTLY CASTING

 Max Male 20-39 y.o.

A socially awkward but highly talented operatic tenor who must find his self-confidence in order to move from company go-fer to renowned star. Ability to sing a plus.

 Maggie Female 26-39 y.o.

An innocent, beautiful ingenue, in love with the idea of love. Max’s presumed girlfriend and the rebellious daughter of the head of the opera company.

 Saunders Male 40-69 y.o.

The head of the opera company, Maggie’s father and Max’s boss. Explosive personality and comfortable with physical comedy.

 Tito Male 30-59 y.o.

The greatest tenor in the world. Must have a believable Italian accent and be comfortable with physical comedy. Ability to sing a plus.

Maria Female 30-59 y.o

Tito’s voluptuous, and very jealous, wife. Goes to murderous rage to lustful passion in the blink of an eye. Must have a believable Italian accent.

 Bellhop Both genders 25-85 y.o.

The hotel bellhop, rabid fan, and operatic hopeful. Must be very comfortable with physical comedy and totally ridiculous behavior.

 Diana Female 20-49 y.o.

Sexy small town opera diva who has no problem sleeping her way to the middle.

 Julia Female 40-70 y.o.

The wealthy Chairwoman of the Opera Guild. Thinks she is far younger and MUCH more physically desirable than anyone else does.

 COMPENSATION

Up to $750/week, Housing, Meal & Travel Allowances

ANNIE

Book by Thomas Meehan

Music by Charles Strouse

Lyrics by Martin Charnin

Based on Little Orphan Annie by permission of The Media Tribune Services, Inc.

Direction and Choreography by Lesa Dencklau

Choreography by Andréa Edge

Music Direction by TBA

Current Audition Dates (additional in-person auditions pending):

In-person:

Wausau, WI: Saturday, February 1, Wausau Conservatory of Music, 10a - 2p

Virtual:

Video and Resume submissions open until February 8, 2024

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Video of two (2) contrasting excerpts, one up tempo and one ballad, from the traditional musical theater repertoire. Excerpts from the show are encouraged.

• Dance Reel

• Two-minutes video monologue

• Headshot

• Resume

SUBMIT MATERIALS TO: americangothicfest@gmail.com

Rehearsals: May 26 - June 25

Show dates: June 26, 27, 29

Project Description: Casting all roles in the classic Charles Strouse score Annie.
Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon and was the winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical. The beloved book and score by Tony Award winners, Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin, features some of the greatest musical theatre hits ever written, including "Tomorrow."

American Gothic Performing Arts (AGPA) is committed to creating quality shows with quality people. We enjoy cultivating an inclusive, diverse, and safe environment that is beneficial to the creative and collaborative process. We encourage actors of all ages, ethnicities, gender identities, and disabilities to audition. 

CURRENTLY CASTING

Annie

A street-wise orphan; she is eventually taken in by Oliver Warbucks. Spunky, friendly, big-voiced.

Gender: female

Age: 10 to 12

Vocal range top: G5

Vocal range bottom: A3

Warbucks

A successful businessman with a warm heart. Rich, stiff-collared, bullish.

Gender: male

Age: 40 to 55

Vocal range top: Gb5

Vocal range bottom: B3

Grace Farrell

Faithful secretary to Mr. Oliver Warbucks. Poised, sweet, gentle.

Gender: female

Age: 20 to 35

Vocal range top: G5

Vocal range bottom: Bb3

Orphans

The other girls in the orphanage with Annie. These girls are gritty, neglected and vulnerable, yet basically honest and potentially loveable. Includes Molly, Kate, Tessie, Pepper, July, and Duffy.

Gender: female

Age: 6 to 13

Servants

The servants at the Warbucks mansion. Includes Drake, Mrs. Pugh, Mrs. Greer, Cecille, and Annette.

Gender: any

Age: 20 to 50

Miss Hannigan

The orphanage matron, who hates children, but is fond of liquor. Very disillusioned, bitter, and cold.

Gender: female

Age: 30 to 45

Vocal range top: F5

Vocal range bottom: A3

Rooster

Miss Hannigan's no-good brother looking for a quick buck. A sleazy, slick con man.

Gender: male

Age: 25 to 35

Vocal range top: G5

Vocal range bottom: B3

Lily

Rooster's girlfriend, who is also out for a quick buck. She is considered to be a floozy and bimbo.

Gender: female

Age: 20 to 30

Vocal range top: G5

Vocal range bottom: B3

Bert Healy

The ultimate radio personality. He helps Annie by broadcasting about the search for her birth parents.

Gender: male

Age: 30 to 45

Vocal range top: G5

Vocal range bottom: E4

Roosevelt

The 32nd President of the United States. A Democrat and friend of Warbucks.

Gender: male

Age: 40 to 60

Vocal range top: F4

Vocal range bottom: Eb3

Ensemble

Servants (Drake, Mrs. Greer, Mrs. Pugh), Boylan Sisters, Cabinet Mambers, Hooverville Citizens

Gender: any

 COMPENSATION

Up to $750/week, Housing, Food and Travel Allowances