Newtown Arts Company announces auditions for “Brigadoon” Auditions for Newtown Arts Company’s production of the classic musical “Brigadoon” by Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe will take place Monday, October 7 and Wednesday, October 9 beginning with registration at 6 p.m. at Crossing Community Church, 80 Lower Silver Lake Road, Newtown, PA 18940-3429. Director Mary Liz Ivins and Music Director Sue den Outer will be on hand, along with Choreographer Joyce Rubinsohn. Those auditioning should bring a resume and headshot, and be prepared to sing a song from “Brigadoon” or something of a similar genre. Piano accompaniment will be provided. No CDs accepted and a cappella is discouraged. The auditions may include cold readings from the script and demonstration of movement and dance skills. Among the main characters needed are: Tommy Albright, a well-to-do New Yorker: Jeff Douglas, Tommy’s friend; Andrew MacLaren, father to Fiona and Jean; Fiona MacLaren, Andrew’s older daughter; Jean MacLaren, Andrew’s younger daughter; Charlie Dalrymple, engaged to Jean; Meg Brokie, a young, flirtatious character; Archie Beaton, father to Harry; Harry Beaton, son of Archie; Maggie Anderson, fond of Harry; Angus MacGuffie, head of his clan; Mr. Lundie, Brigadoon’s schoolmaster; Ian MacGregor, head of his clan; Jane Ashton, young New York woman; Frank, a New York bartender. In addition to the characters mentioned a chorus of Brigadoon townspeople will be cast. All roles are open and age range for auditions is ages five years and above. “Brigadoon” will be presented December 5 through 11, 2013 (no Monday show) at the Newtown Theatre and is presented by special arrangement with Tams Witmark Music Library, Inc. For information about Newtown Arts Company visit newtownartscompany or call 215-860-7058.
Posted on: Thu, 05 Sep 2013 20:16:22 +0000
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