Auditions

Conrad Birdie is Coming to SPRING LAKE! 

 

PRODUCTION STAFF: 

Producer - Patricia Barry

Director - Andrew Ferrie

Choreographer - Christine Baglivio

Music Director - Beth Moore

Stage Manager - Jade Gordon

 

SYNOPSIS: It’s 1958, and chaos ensues when the most famous rock and roll singer in the world, Conrad Birdie, is unexpectedly drafted into the army. Conrad’s manager Albert Peterson and Albert’s secretary (and on-and-off girlfriend) Rosie Alvarez think they’ve found a solution to their problems when they hatch a plan to have Conrad sing one last song and give one last kiss to one of his adoring fans on national television just before he leaves. The lucky girl selected to get that final smooch from Conrad turns out to be Kim MacAfee from the small town of Sweet Apple, OH. But Albert and Rosie don’t realize that bringing teen idol Conrad Birdie to Sweet Apple is going to cause more pandemonium than they could possibly imagine, as the world-famous young singer and his management team suddenly find themselves coming face-to-face with hysterical teenage fans, jealous boyfriends, and angry parents. Will these show business visitors permanently turn the town of Sweet Apple upside down? And, at the end of it all, will Albert and Rosie finally be able to resolve their differences and get married?

 

AUDITIONS:
Tuesday, June 16th,  7:30 pm

Saturday, June 20th,  11:00 am

 

CALLBACKS: 

Monday, June 22nd , 7:30 pm

 

AUDITION FORMAT:
For your audition please prepare 16-32 bars of a song in the style of the show. Musical Theatre, 1950's Rock and Roll songs are acceptable. An accompanist will be provided, so please bring sheet music for the pianist. Following your vocal audition there will be a dance call. Please bring suitable clothing and footwear to change into. Age: 13+

 

Rehearsals are set to begin starting on Monday, June 29th

 

PERFORMANCE DATES:
August 12, 13, 14, 15**, 16*, 20, 21, 22**, 23*
*2:00pm Matinee
** 2:00pm Matinee & 7:30pm Evening Performance  

 

ROLES:

All roles are OPEN!

 

Albert: President of the Almaelou Music Corporation, and Conrad Birdie’s agent. He is a nervous, excitable man who spends most of his time trying to control the uncontrollable, with quite comic results. Great singer, great comic timing.

 

Rosie: Albert’s girlfriend and secretary at Almaelou Music Corporation. She is frustrated with Albert’s inability to commit to her, and is willing to do anything it takes to get Albert to give up the music business and settle down. Headstrong and confident, strong actress and great singer. 

 

Conrad Birdie: Teen heartthrob who has been drafted into the army. He says little, but conveys much with his body language, swagger, and music. He knows that good looks and a killer smile will get him more than his personality. Must be a great singer/dancer with an over-the-top character (think Elvis Presley). 

 

Kim MacAfee: A self-confident young member of Conrad’s fan club who is chosen to receive a kiss from Conrad before he leaves for the army. She sees herself as more mature than the average teenager. Great singer, strong mover

 

Mr. Harry MacAfee: Kim’s father, thinks he is in control of his family (but isn’t). A great actor, good singer. must be able to find the comedy in his character’s frustration and irritability.

 

Mrs. Doris MacAfee: Kim’s loving mother who knows just how to handle her husband and her household. Good actor/singer.

 

Mrs. Mae Peterson: Albert’s controlling mother. She loves her son, despite her disapproval of the way he runs the family business. She does not approve of Rosie. She is always parenting Albert and provides much comic relief during the show. Strong actress with great comic timing.

 

Hugo Peabody: Kim’s devoted steady boyfriend who is jealous that Conrad is getting so much attention from Kim. 

 

Ursula Merkle: Kim’s best friend and the hyper-enthusiastic teenager who leads the girls in screaming for Conrad. A unique character with a one of a kind voice.

 

Randolph MacAfee: Kim’s younger brother, fun young character.

 

Teen Ensemble: A number of featured ensemble roles will be cast from this group. Dancers, singers and actors needed.

 

Adult Ensemble: A number of featured ensemble roles will be cast from this group. Both singers and actors needed for scene work and some musical numbers.