Directed by John Corraro
Choreographed by Rob Merante
Musical Direction by Paul Keegan
Please sign up for an hour slot and arrive at the beginning of that hour. Candidates will sing in the first half hour and dance in the second. Sign up for auditions here:
https://forms.gle/PkAf8UPL9tBFHSmQ6
Synopsis:
The Nunsense Christmas Musical Nuncrackers is presented as the first TV special taped in the Cable Access Studio built by Reverend Mother in the convent basement. It stars the nuns you love, plus Father Virgil and four of Mount Saint Helen’s most talented students. Featuring all new songs, including “Twelve Days Prior to Christmas,” “Santa Ain’t Comin’ to Our House,” “We Three Kings of Orient Are Us” and “It's Better to Give than to Receive,” this show is filled with wacky Nunsense humor, some of your favorite carols, and a “Secret Santa” sequence featuring audience participation. Certain to tickle your funny bone and likely to tug at your heartstrings, Nuncrackers is the perfect way to make your holiday season merry and bright!
AUDITION INFORMATION:
WHEN:
Saturday, September 28th 10am – 1pm
WHAT:
Candidates should prepare a one-minute cut of a song of their choosing – preferably a Musical Theatre song or Christmas carol. A pianist will not be provided, candidates should bring a karaoke track – speakers will be provided. Candidates will also be asked to participate in a dance/movement call.
CALLBACKS:
WHEN:
Saturday, October 5th 10am – 12pm
REHEARSALS:
Rehearsals will be held 4 nights per week (two weeknights, Friday and Sunday night)
TECH WEEK - MANDATORY:
Monday, December 2nd through Thursday, December 5th
PERFORMANCES - MANDATORY:
Friday, December 6th through Sunday, December 8th
Thursday, December 12th through Sunday, December 15th
CHARACTERS:
Sister Mary Regina (mezzo/soprano with good low notes, G to C) the Mother Superior. Grew up in a circus family and her “showbiz” background and humor shines through her attempt at creating a rough exterior.
Sister Mary Hubert (Gospel-style mezzo belt, B flat to F) Mistress of Novices, Second in command and very practical.
Sister Robert Anne (Broadway mezzo belt, A to D#) streetwise nun from Brooklyn. A tough cookie with a heart of gold. Feels her theatrical potential is not appreciated by Mother Superior, who refuses to let her “star” in the show
Sister Mary Paul (Country-style mezzo belter, F# to C) hit on the head with a crucifix and for a long time, didn’t remember who she was. Now, with her memory restored, she is known as a country singer and the first nun to appear at the Grand Ole Opry. Still seems a “little vacant”, but is innocently endearing
Father Virgil Manly Trott (tenor/high baritone C to E) Sister Leo’s “real life” brother. Has his own radio show and was part of the Trott Family Singers.
Mount Saint Helen’s Students (A flat to F) two boys and two girls, ages 8-14. Also calls for whistling
*Center Stage Theatre welcomes and encourages qualified performers of all ages, ethnicities, body types, genders, and abilities to audition. Please feel free to audition for the role you'd most like to play.
*Please contact John at johncorraro@gmail.com with any questions or for other audition options.