Title: Fame: The Musical
Presented By: Spotlight Theatrical Company
Genre: Musical Theatre
Synopsis: Conceived and developed by David De Silva, this high-octane musical features the Academy Award-winning title song and other catchy pop numbers. The show follows the final class of New York City's celebrated High School for the Performing Arts from their admission in 1980 to their graduation in 1984. It touches on themes such as prejudice, substance abuse, and ambition as the young artists navigate the worlds of music, drama, and dance.
Audition Date: Saturday 12 October 2024
Audition Location and Address: Southport Community Centre, Lawson Street, Southport, QLD
Audition Requirements:
Dance Call
10:00 am – All auditionees (excluding teachers)
11:00 am – Advanced Dance Call (for key dance ensemble roles)
Choreography will be taught at the audition.
Required for performers auditioning for Tyrone, Joe, Iris, Mabel, and Carmen.
Vocal/Performance Auditions
From 12:30 pm (10-minute slots)
Audition songs are specified in the character breakdown.
No acting component (except for Mr Myers and Mr Sheinkopf).
Showcase any special talents during your audition!
Call Backs (if required):
Sunday 13 October 2024
Callback times will be announced Saturday night.
Video Auditions:
Available for those unable to attend in person. Contact the production team for details.
Audition Registration: Email your completed application to: auditions@spotlighttheatre.com.au
Performance Dates: Thursday, 6 February 2025 - 1 March 2025
Performance Times:
Evening shows: 7:30 pm
Matinees: 2:00 pm
Performance Location: Spotlight Theatre, Southport, QLD
Rehearsal Dates: Rehearsals begin 3rd November 2024.
Sundays: 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Mondays and Wednesdays: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Warnings: Heavy dance and movement requirements. Substance abuse and mature themes are depicted in the show.
Recommended Age: Auditionees must be 16+
Creative Team:
Director: Stuart Morgan
Associate Director/Choreographer: Dean Giltinan
Music Director: Matt Pearson
Production Website: Spotlight Theatrical Company Website
Available Roles: 7 Male, 7 Female (plus ensemble).
Serena Katz
Gender: Female
Age: 20+
Description: A shy, timid, yet enthusiastic actress.
Vocal Range:
Top: Eb5
Bottom: G#3
Audition Song: "Think of Meryl Streep"
Call Back: "Let’s Play a Love Scene (Reprise)"
Nick Piazza
Gender: Male
Age: 20+
Description: An ambitious and serious classical actor.
Vocal Range:
Top: G4
Bottom: A2
Audition Song: "I Want to Make Magic"
Call Back: "Let’s Play a Love Scene (Reprise)"
Joe Vegas
Gender: Male
Age: 18+
Description: A loud and comical acting student with a crush on Carmen.
Vocal Range:
Top: C5
Bottom: C3
Audition Song: "Can’t Keep It Down"
Carmen Diaz
Gender: Female
Age: 18+
Description: A sexy, confident, but cocky dancer with a big ego, obsessed with fame.
Vocal Range:
Top: F5
Bottom: A3
Audition Song: "There She Goes/Fame"
Tyrone Jackson
(or Jack Zakowski as alternate casting)
Gender: Male
Age: 18+
Description: A talented, dyslexic hip-hop dancer from a poor background, has a strained relationship with Iris. Alternate casting as Jack Zakowski, a headstrong dancer and Russian immigrant.
Vocal Range:
Top: Bb4
Bottom: D3
Audition Song: "Dancin’ on the Sidewalk"
Iris Kelly
Gender: Female
Age: 18+
Description: A talented, graceful ballet dancer who comes across as snobbish and insecure. Has a difficult relationship with Tyrone.
Vocal Range:
Top: F5
Bottom: D4
Audition Song: Personal Choice 80’s Hit
Schlomo Metzenbaum
Gender: Male
Age: 18+
Description: A classical violinist who starts a rock band, frustrated with his father’s expectations.
Vocal Range:
Top: F4
Bottom: C3
Audition Song: "Bring on Tomorrow (Reprise)"
Grace Lamb (Lambchops)
Gender: Female
Age: 18+
Description: A loud, tomboyish rock chick who plays drums in Schlomo's band. Quick to lose her temper.
Vocal Range:
Top: B4
Bottom: A3
Audition Song: Personal Choice 80’s Hit
Goodman King
Gender: Male
Age: 18+
Description: A musician in Schlomo's band, believed to be Schlomo's best friend.
Vocal Range:
Top: G#4
Bottom: F3
Audition Song: Personal Choice 80’s Hit
Mabel Washington
Gender: Female
Age: 20+
Description: A loud, overweight dancer and singer with a big heart who is desperate to lose weight but can't resist food.
Vocal Range:
Top: E5
Bottom: D4
Audition Song: "Mabel’s Prayer"
Miss Esther Sherman
Gender: Female
Age: 30+
Description: A strict, old-fashioned English teacher who cares deeply for her students.
Vocal Range:
Top: E5
Bottom: F3
Audition Song: "These Are My Children"
Call Back: "Teachers Argument"
Miss Greta Bell
Gender: Female
Age: 30+
Description: A passionate dance teacher who sees dance as a way of life and is protective of her students.
Vocal Range:
Top: E5
Bottom: A3
Audition Song: Personal Choice 80’s Hit
Call Back: "Teachers Argument"
Mr. Sheinkopf
Gender: Male
Age: 30+
Description: A European music tutor with a passion for classical music and a dislike for rock and roll.
Audition Requirements: No singing required. Perform a 1-minute monologue showcasing your accent skills.
Mr. Myers
Gender: Male
Age: 40+
Description: A laid-back drama teacher with an obsession for human psychology.
Audition Requirements: No singing required. Perform a 1-minute monologue of your choice.
Ensemble
Gender: Mixed
Age: 16+
Description: A diverse group of students with strong dancing, singing, and other special talents.
Audition Song: Personal Choice 80’s Hit
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