"Jesus Christ Superstar" AUDITIONS

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AUDITION NOTICE:
The Spring Lake Theatre proudly presents
Jesus Christ Superstar

SHOW SYNOPSIS 
“What’s the buzz? The first musical by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber to be produced for the professional stage, Jesus Christ Superstar has wowed audiences for over 50 years. A timeless work, the rock opera is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary and universally known series of events but seen, unusually, through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. Loosely based on the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, Superstar follows the last week of Jesus Christ’s life. The story, told entirely through song, explores the personal relationships and struggles between Jesus, Judas, Mary Magdalene, his disciples, his followers and the Roman Empire. The iconic 1970s rock score contains such well-known numbers as ‘Superstar,’ ‘I Don’t Know How to Love Him’ and ‘Gethsemane.’” -(Concord Theatricals)

AUDITION DATES & LOCATION 
Monday, January 26th at 7PM
Wednesday, January 28th at 7PM
*Callbacks, by invitation only, will be held following auditions on Wednesday evening at 8:30 PM

All auditions will be held at the Spring Lake Theatre | 300 Madison Avenue, Spring Lake, NJ 07762.

AUDITION FORMAT
Accepting Performers 14 Years of Age and Older
ALL ROLES ARE OPEN!
Open call auditions will consist of singing and a short dance call.  If you have one available, please bring a copy of your headshot/photo and resume.  For your vocal audition, come prepared to sing 16 bars of a similar, rock opera style piece that showcases your vocal range and personality.  Singing from the show is welcome.  Our Musical Director will be accompanying; please bring your own sheet music and make sure it is printed in the correct key.  The dance portion will follow once everyone has completed their vocal audition.

REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE 
Rehearsals for this production will begin Monday, February 2nd and be held six days a week.  While no one will be called every day of the week (outside of tech), please be sure to list all conflicts on your audition form to ensure proper and efficient scheduling.

PERFORMANCE DATES 
March 19, 20, 21**, 22*, 26, 27, 28**, 29* 2026
(7:30PM curtain | *2:00 PM matinee | **2:00 PM matinee & 7:30 PM curtain)

PRODUCTION TEAM
Producer:  Pat Barry
Director:  Derek Hulse
Musical Director:  Mark Megill
Choreographer:  Christine Baglivio
Technical Director:  Andrew Dagostino
Production Stage Manager:  Jackie Drudy


CHARACTER BREAKDOWN 

Role Description

Jesus of Nazareth
Rock Tenor; must command the stage with combination of power and calmness.

Judas Iscariot
Rock Tenor and Narrator of the story; strong singer and actor.

Mary Magdalene
Belt/Soprano; Beautifully exotic and extremely strong singer with control.

King Herod
Baritone with Character Voice; May double as an Ensemble Member.

Caiaphas
Bass; Strong singer.

Peter
Tenor; Strong rock singer.

Pontius Pilate
Rock Baritone; Strong actor and singer who can exude emotion.

Simon Zealotes
High Baritone; Rock singer with high belting notes.

Annas
High Baritone; Conspiring Priest with Caiaphas.

3 Priests
Bass, Baritone & Tenor; Must sing in harmony very well.

Apostles 1-9
Various Vocal Ranges; Must sing in harmony very well and be able to move; Essential Ensemble Members.

Soul Girls
Strong Singers with Low, Middle & High Belt.

Judas's Tormentors
Must be excellent dancers; They follow Judas throughout the entire show.

Singing & Dancing Ensemble
Reporters, Temple Ladies, Soul Girls, Lepers, Merchants and Soldiers.