Auditions

Cincinnati Landmark Productions

Will hold Auditions for

2 Covedale Marquee season shows including: 

Bright Star andFreaky Friday

Open Audition dates/times:  
Saturday, May 20, 2023  1pm to 3:30pm   
Sunday, May 21, 2023    1pm to 3:30 pm

Callbacks:

Monday, May 22, 2023  6:00pm to 8:00pm (Bright Star)    

Tuesday, May 23, 2023  6:00pm to 8:00pm (Freaky Friday)   

Audition Location:

The Madcap Education Center

3064 Harrison Avenue

Cincinnati, OH  45211

 

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If you’d like the audition forms sent to you in advance, email Jennifer Perrino @ Jenniferperrino@clpshows.org

Important Audition Information!  

BRIGHT STAR

Ed Cohen, Director; Mark Femia, Music Director; Jenny Goodlett and Jay Goodlett, Co-Choreographers; Jenny Lutes, Stage Manager

  • Please prepare a 60-second monologue (not from the show) which matches the style of the show.
  • Please prepare to sing between 16 and 32 measures of a musical theatre song (an accompanist will be provided).
  • You will be taught a dance combination as well.
  • Must be a minimum of 18 years of age to audition.
  • MUST HAVE A RESUME listing theatrical experience in order to audition.
  • A headshot/picture is appreciated.  Please bring a headshot and resume.

 

FREAKY FRIDAY

Genevieve Perrino, Director/Choreographer; Ted Baldwin Music Director; Anne Rae Brown, Asst. Choreographer; Holly McGowan, Stage Manager

  • Please prepare to sing between 16 and 32 measures of a musical theatre song (an accompanist will be provided).
  • You will be taught a dance combination as well.
  • Must be a minimum of 15 years of age to audition.
  • MUST HAVE A RESUME listing theatrical experience in order to audition.
  • A headshot/picture is appreciated.  Please bring a headshot and resume.
  • Please note:  the role of Fletcher Blake (has been precast).

 

BRIGHT STAR              September 7 – October 1, 2023
Music, Book & Story: Steve Martin   Music, Lyrics & Story: Edie Brickell

Featuring the Tony®-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Broadway’s BRIGHT STAR tells a true tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s. When literary editor Alice Murphy meets a soldier just home from World War II, he awakens her longing for the child she once lost. Haunted by their unique connection, they set out to understand her past—and find the power to transform both their lives. With beautiful melodies and powerful characters, BRIGHT STAR is refreshingly genuine and daringly hopeful.

FREAKY FRIDAY           October 12 – November 5, 2023
Book By Bridget Carpenter   Music By Tom Kitt    Lyrics By  Brian Yorkey

Based on the Novel Freaky Friday by Mary Rodgers and the Disney films.

When an overworked mother and her teenage daughter magically swap bodies, they have just one day to put things right! FREAKY FRIDAY is a heartfelt, comedic, and unexpectedly emotional update on a hilarious, modern American classic. By spending a day in each other's shoes, Katherine and Ellie come to appreciate one another's struggles, and realize the immeasurable love that bonds a mother and daughter. With great songs like, “One More Day”, “Parents Lie!” and “No More Fear”, FREAKY FRIDAY will make you laugh till you cry and maybe, cry till you laugh!

 

 

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Cincinnati Landmark Productions

Will hold Auditions for

The Covedale Center’s holiday show

White Christmas

 

Open Audition dates/times: 
Saturday, August 5th  2:00 to 5:00pm
Sunday, August 6th   6:30 to 9:30 pm

Callbacks:

Monday, August 7th 6:30 to 9:30 pm.

Audition Location:

The Madcap Education Center

3064 Harrison Avenue

Cincinnati, OH  45211

 

If you’d like the audition forms sent to you in advance, email Jennifer Perrino @ Jenniferperrino@clpshows.org

Important Audition Information:

CLP is actively seeking a diverse cast. Performers of all races and ethnicities, gender identities, sexualities and abilities are especially encouraged to audition and will be considered for all roles.

Tim Perrino, Director; Greg Dastillung, Music Director; Cassidy Steele, Choreographer and Angelica Ortiz, Stage Manager

  • You will read from the script. Prepare a song to sing for 16 to 32 measures in musical theatre style. You will be taught a dance combination as well.  An accompanist will be provided.
  • Must be a minimum of 18 years of age to audition.
  • MUST HAVE A RESUME listing theatrical experience in order to audition
  • A headshot/picture is appreciated.  Please bring a headshot and resume
  • CLP is actively seeking a diverse cast. Performers of all races and ethnicities, gender identities, sexualities and abilities are especially encouraged to audition and will be considered for all roles

No more than 2 conflicts will be accepted during the rehearsal process.

All roles are paid positions.  No Roles have been precast.

Cast members do not have to be the actual ages of the characters in any of the productions - But must be able to look age appropriate and act accordingly.  

WHITE CHRISTMAS            Nov. 30 – Dec. 23, 2023

Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin   Book by David Ives and Paul Blake

Based upon the Paramount Pictures Film written for the Screen by Norman Krasna, Norman Panama and Melvin Frank.

Veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by Bob and Phil's former army commander. With a dazzling score featuring well-known standards including “Blue Skies,” “The Best Things Happen When Your Dancing,” “Count Your Blessings,” “Snow and the perennial classic, White Christmas!

Characters include: 

Bob Wallace:Lead, Male, 35-45

A major singing star, Bob is the guiding force behind the song and dance team of Wallace and Davis. Despite occasional gruffness, he is a deeply kind and principled man who is searching for true love. Excellent singer with a crooning style who moves very well. Tap and Jazz. Baritone.  

 

Phil Davis:Lead, Male, 30-45

The fun-loving song-and-dance partner of the team Wallace and Davis. An irrepressible clown, operator, and incorrigible ladies’ man who is determined to see his friend happy. He has a boyish charm. Strong ballroom, jazz, and tap dancing are needed. Baritone-tenor.  

 

Betty Haynes:Lead, Female, 20-39

Sensible, responsible half of the Haynes sisters act. Classic elegance. Hides a yearning for true love under a protective shell. Female singer of beauty and charm with a rich chest mix and soprano extension. Must move well.

 

Judy Haynes:Lead, Female, 25-35

Younger, more ambitious, and slightly scheming younger sister. Wholesome and adorable, sexy and flirty. Strong jazz and tap dancer. Strong singer with a chest mix.  

 

General Henry Waverly:Lead, Male, 58-65

Retired Army general with a curmudgeonly military exterior, adjusting to retired life in post-WW II America. Underneath a warm compassionate man. With the exception of one line, can be a non-singing role.

 

Martha Watson:Lead, Female, 48-65

Once a Broadway star, now the General’s housekeeper. The true force behind running the Inn. Very dry wit and frank with a wisecracking sense of humor. Big hearted, but unsentimental. Irrepressible meddler, believing she acts on everyone’s best behalf. Strong singer and mover, Broadway belter.

 

Ralph Sheldrake:Supporting, Male, 35-42

 

Rita And Rhoda:Supporting, Female, 25-30

 

Ezekiel Foster:Supporting, Male, 45-59

 

Mike:Supporting, Male, 25-35

 

Tessie:Lead, Female, 28-32

 

 

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Cincinnati Landmark Productions

Will hold Auditions for

2 Covedale 23/24 Marquee season shows including:

 

Wait Until Dark and the Producers

 

Open Audition dates/times:  
Saturday, October 14, 2023  1pm to 3:30pm   
Sunday, October 15,, 2023    1pm to 3:30 pm

 

Callbacks:

Monday, October 16, 2023  6:00pm to 8:00pm (Wait Until Dark)    

Tuesday, October 17, 2023 6:00pm to 8:00pm (The Producers)   

Audition Location:

The Madcap Education Center

3064 Harrison Avenue

Cincinnati, OH  45211

 

If you’d like the audition forms sent to you in advance, email Jennifer Perrino @ Jenniferperrino@clpshows.org

 

Important Audition Information!

 

Wait Until Dark

Bob Brunner, Director; Holly Mills Stage Manager

  • You will read from the script. 
  • Must be a minimum of 18 years of age to audition.
  • MUST HAVE A RESUME listing theatrical experience in order to audition.
  • A headshot/picture is appreciated.  Please bring a headshot and resume.

 

The Producers

Tim Perrino, Director; Greg Dastillung, Music Director; Cassidy Steele, Choreographer; Angelica Ortiz, Stage Manager

  • You will read from the script.
  • Please prepare a song to sing for 16 – to 32 measures in musical theatre style.

An accompanist will be provided.

  • You will be taught a dance combination as well.
  • Must be a minimum of 18 years of age to audition.
  • MUST HAVE A RESUME listing theatrical experience in order to audition.
  • A headshot/picture is appreciated.  Please bring a headshot and resume.

  

WAIT UNTIL DARK   

January 25 – February 18, 2024

By Frederick Knott. Adapted by Jeffery Hatcher

Forty-seven years after Wait Until Dark premiered on Broadway, Jeffrey Hatcher has adapted Frederick Knott's 1966 original, giving it even more menace and suspense! In 1944 Greenwich Village, Susan Hendrix, a blind yet capable woman, is imperiled by a trio of men in her own apartment. As the climax builds, Susan discovers that her blindness just might be the key to her escape, but she and her tormentors must wait until dark to play out this classic thriller's chilling conclusion. Considered one of the scariest moments ever staged, the final minutes of WAIT UNTIL DARK will keep your heart pounding to the very last second!

 

 

SUSAN HENDRIX – (late 20s to 40) A vivacious young woman who was blinded in a car accident. Possessing a very strong will, she is highly intuitive even when the stakes are high and her own life is on the line. Most would find her to be kind, funny, clever, with a mild bohemian flare to boot. But in the face of certain death, she’s an intellectual force to be reckoned with.
 
MIKE TALMAN – (30-40s) A smart and charismatic con-man with an eye on the prize. He should be fit, suave, tough, though not without a relatively good moral compass. He’s a skeptic, possibly even a cynic, but he does maintain a mild admiration for Susy and her unwavering strength.
 
SAM HENDRIX  – (late 20s to 40)  An ex-marine with a deep love of photography and his wife, Susy. Being so practical and forward-thinking, he’s determined that Susy should have a life of independence despite her lack of sight. He may be a little fixated on his work at times but he’s still a good man.
 
SERGEANT CARLINO – (30-40s) A small-time grifter. He’s coarse, a bit uneducated, with a very flexible code of ethics. His pride is often challenged which frequently leads to a souring of his attitude. Luckily he’s able to confide heavily in Mike, who ensure’s both of their safety.
 
HARRY ROAT – (30-40s) A master criminal with no empathy for anyone. Like many sociopaths, he is highly intelligent and manipulates people with ease. Though he’s offbeat, he’s not eccentric. He’s consistently unfazed by his circumstances, and never takes anyone, including himself, too seriously. He’d almost be charming if he wasn’t also a sadistic murderer.
 
GLORIA – (10-14) A young girl with mostly absent parents who often finds sanctuary with her downstairs neighbors, the Hendrix. She’s very insecure and sensitive, but at least she’s smarter than most adults would believe.

 

 

 

THE PRODUCERS!                

March 14 – April 7, 2024

Book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan. Music and Lyrics by Mel Brooks.

Mel Brooks' classic-cult-comedy-Broadway-musical comes to the Covedale! Our 2015 production sold out in hours, leaving many laugh-hungry patrons unable to see the show!

Now it’s back!  Come giggle and cheer as a down-on-his-luck Broadway producer and his mild-mannered accountant try to produce the biggest flop in history, bilking their backers out of millions of dollars! Only one thing goes awry: the show is a smash hit! With a slew of gloriously outrageous songs like “Springtime For Hitler”, “Prisoners of Love” and “I Wanna Be a Producer”, the show skewers Broadway while setting the standard for in-your-face-humor. At the core of this insanely funny adventure is a poignant emotional journey of two very different men who become friends, making for a truly boffo show, that won a record twelve Tony Awards. It’s sure to wow capacity crowds night after night!

 

 

Max Bialystock:Lead, Male, 40-50

Described as selfish and greedy - a man who is only interested in making money. Though this is later proven untrue, Max's fiery and sarcastic nature can be very intimidating. He is willing to do anything to make money (including "shtupping every little old lady in New York") and is often angry, short-tempered and unwilling to cooperate nicely. Plays nice when he needs to. Comedy a must; tenor.

 

 

Leo Bloom:Lead, Male, 28-39

A mousey, nervous and fearful accountant, prone to panic attacks and who keeps a security blanket to calm himself. Nevertheless it is Leo who has the idea of how to make money from a failed play. Great physical comedy a must; tenor.

 

Ulla:Lead, Female, 22-36

Ulla Inga Hansen Benson Yonsen Tallen-Hallen Svaden, a stereotypical Swedish woman: tall and beautiful. Great singer (belt) and dancer. Comedic with timing and delivery.

 

Franz Liebkind:Supporting, Male, 39-50

A former Nazi who has penned an admiring musical tribute to Adolf Hitler, titled Springtime for Hitler. He is a slightly off kilter and can go from happy to angry rather quickly. Comedy skills needed, baritone.

 

Roger de Bris:Supporting, Male, 45-60

A gay theatre director, described by Max Bialystock as the worst director to have ever lived. He lives with his equally flamboyant partner Carmen Ghia and his production crew in a house described as an Upper East Side town house in New York. Man in a dress. Comedy skills needed; baritone.

 


Carmen Ghia:Supporting, Male, , 18+

Roger Debris' faithful assistant. Carmen is severe in looks and passion for Roger. He may appear younger than he actually is thanks to skilled surgeons. 

 

 

Roger De Bris' "common-law assistant". love to flounce around in his Upper East Side town house. Hugely comedic; tenor.

 

Male/Female Ensemble

 

 

 

 

 





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