Title: The Boy From Oz
Presented By: Beenleigh Theatre Group
Genre: Musical
Synopsis: The Boy From Oz is a highly acclaimed biomusical celebrating the life of Australian entertainer and songwriter Peter Allen. It narrates his rise from humble beginnings singing in country pubs to becoming a global superstar, intertwining themes of family tragedy, love, and loss. Featuring his beloved hits like "I Honestly Love You" and "Not The Boy Next Door," the musical captures the essence of an extraordinary life and career.
Audition Details
Audition Dates:
Saturday 9 November 2024
Sunday 10 November 2024
Audition Time:
10:00 AM (Group Dance Call)
Private slots available throughout the days
Audition Location and Address: Crete Street Theatre,Crete Street, Beenleigh QLD 4207
Audition Registration: BOOK
Audition Pack: Download Audition Pack
Audition Requirements:
Auditionees must be 16+ (unless auditioning for specified child roles)
Prepare two songs (1 - 1.5 minutes each) that showcase vocal range and are similar in style to the show’s music
Provide your own backing; attachments for phones will be available in the audition room
Actors auditioning for character roles should prepare a script extract
Rehearsal Dates: Rehearsals will commence on 17 November 2024.
Rehearsal Times:
Mondays and Wednesdays (7 PM - 10 PM)
Sundays (4 PM - 9 PM)
Performance Dates: 7th - 22nd February 2025
Performance Times:
Friday and Saturday evenings at 6:30 PM
Saturday afternoons at 2 PM
Creative Team:
Director: Lachlan Dodd
Music Director: Nate Stevenson
Choreographer: Jennifer B Ashley
Production Website: Beenleigh Theatre Group
Other Information:
A membership fee of $20 is required for all successful auditionees prior to the first rehearsal.
Beenleigh Theatre Group is committed to inclusive and diverse casting practices.
Character Breakdown
Peter Allen
Age: 25-45
Description: The great Australian entertainer, singer, songwriter, and dancer. A dynamic, exhaustingly energetic performer who works the audience through flashbacks, narration, humour, and drama. Tap experience is a plus.
Judy Garland
Age: 40+
Description: An iconic singing star of the Hollywood Golden Era, exuding star power, attitude, sarcasm, and wit. She carries a balance of troubled history, experience, and exhaustion.
Liza Minelli
Age: 20-40
Description: A strong triple threat performer living in the shadow of her famous mother until her own career takes off. Quirky, energetic, stylish, and a true theatre beast.
Marion Woolnough
Age: 40+
Description: Peter’s mother, a solid and supportive figure. Played mostly through flashbacks, she has a strong bond with Peter and provides insights into his childhood.
Greg Connell
Age: 20s-30s
Description: Peter’s partner, a sexy Texan cowboy-type. He is sincere, realistic, loving, and cheeky, requiring a Texas accent.
Young Peter
Age: 10
Description: Energetic and optimistic, representing hope and innocence, contrasting with older Peter’s experiences.
Karen, Shena & Linelle
Ages: 20+
Description: Amazing pop singers with great range, sharing the stage with Peter as backing singers.
Dee Anthony
Age: 40+
Description: Peter’s US agent who doubles as Dick Woolnough.
Valerie Anthony
Age: 40+
Description: Dee’s wife and a Peter Allen fan, doubling as assorted female roles.
Dick Woolnough
Age: 40+
Description: Peter’s abusive, alcoholic father, also doubling as Dee Anthony.
Wally Bell
Age: 30+
Description: Peter’s first manager who doubles as Andy Warhol.
Brian Henderson
Age: 20+
Description: A young TV host who doubles as assorted male roles.
Chris Bell
Age: 20+
Description: A young songwriter and member of the Allen Brothers.
Ensemble: Additional supporting roles and cameos will be drawn from the ensemble, including characters Josie, Rich Woman, Producer, Choreographer, Director, Director’s Assistant, and various reporters.
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