Casting Call - Annie

“Annie”

Book by Thomas Meehan

Music by Charles Strouse

Lyrics by Martin Charnin

Director:
Emily M. Muller

Producer:

Paula C. Windus

Assistant Producer:

Joan Wagner

Musical Director:

Emily Bengels

Choreographer:

Angela Ricci

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Director Emily Muller is seeking:

10-12 Males ( Ages 16-60s)

10-12 Females ( Ages 16-60s)

2-3 Male Youth ( Ages 10-12)

10 Female Youth ( Ages 6-15)

1 Dog to portray Sandy – Any Age

Character

Age Range

(the actor must be able to appear to be this age)

Description
Annie 11 

Energetic and optimistic orphan who never gives up hope that better days are ahead. 

Sings Mezzo soprano

The Orphans are gritty girls that are neglected and vulnerable, yet basically honest and lovable. These will be girls that can have “mischievous” fun together, as well as “sibling style” fights. Each actress should be able to shape her own specific character, be a good singer and visually expressive.
Duffy15

The oldest orphan

Sings Mezzo soprano

July12-14

The quietest orphan

Sings Mezzo soprano

Pepper10-14

The toughest orphan

Sings Mezzo soprano

Tessie9-11

The cry baby orphan

Sings Mezzo soprano

Kate7-8

The next-to-youngest orphan

Sings Mezzo soprano

Molly6-7

The littlest orphan

Sings Mezzo soprano

Oliver Warbucks40-65

A powerful billionaire, who always has his mind on business, but has a kind heart looking for someone to love.

Sings Baritone

Grace Farrell25-35

Oliver Warbucks’s loyal and intelligent private secretary. She is classy and sophisticated.

Sings Soprano

Miss Aggie Hannigan35-60

Desperate and unhappy with her lot in life, she is the alcoholic orphanage matron who is Annie’s nemesis.

Sings Alto

Lily St. Regis25-35

Shady, floozy girlfriend of Rooster. She is naturally funny, has a good sense of comedic timing. 

Sings Soprano

Rooster Hannigan35 – 50

Miss Hannigan’s greedy and dishonest brother.

Sings Tenor

Bert Healy30-65

Bert Healy is the classic announcer on a radio show of the era.

Sings Tenor

Franklin D. Roosevelt50s

The President of the United States of America, who takes an immediate liking to Annie and her optimism.

Sings Baritone

Ensemble

6-8 Men

6-8 Women

Ages 

16 – Adult

Many roles may be doubled.

The members of the ensemble will portray:

Cabinet Members, Staff of the Warbucks Mansion, Hooverville residents, etc. including:

Fred McCracken, Harold Ickes, Cordell Hull, Frances Perkins, Justice Louis Brandeis, Henry Morganthau, A Star To Be, Mrs. Greer, Mrs. Pugh, Cecille, Drake, Annette, Sophie, Louis Howe, Bundles McCloskey, Lt. Ward, Boylan Sisters

Ensemble sings: Soprano/Alto/Tenor/Baritone

Ensemble

2-3 boys

2-3 girls

Ages 

10 – 14

The members of the ensemble will portray:

Hooverville residents, paper boys, etc.

Additional Orphans

Ensemble sings: Soprano/Alto/Tenor/Baritone

Auditions will be held at the

South Branch Reformed Church

**  Note: NOT SVP Theater!  **

Located at

870 River Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844

Directions to South Branch Reformed Church

 

Saturday, August 24th at 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
and
Sunday, August 25th at 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM

CALLBACKS BY INVITATION ONLY

Tuesday, August 27th 

Location: TBA

 

SPECIAL NOTES FOR AUDITIONERS

Please follow the link below for Signup Genius and sign up for a 90-minute time slot on either Saturday, August 24th or Sunday, August 25th.

Annie Audition Sign Up Link

There are 15 available audition slots within each 90-minute block.

Please plan to stay for the duration of the 90-minute block. Thank you!

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For those auditioning for the roles of the Orphans, please prepare to sing both

“You’re Never Fully Dressed” and “Tomorrow.”

Please see the following file with the sheet music and music tracks for both of these songs. 

Orphans Music Link

Dance Links

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For all others auditioning, please prepare 30 seconds of a song that showcases your singing voice,

it may be from this show, but does not have to be.

You are encouraged to bring a song track to sing with, but if you prefer, bring sheet music in the correct key,

and an accompanist will be provided. 

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Please wear comfortable clothing, as there will be a dance portion of the audition, following the singing portion.

All auditioners will receive an email with a video of the dance routine for the audition, at least one week before the audition.

Please review and practice the dance routine ahead of time, as the routine will be reviewed, but not taught, at the audition. 

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Please bring your theater resume and headshot if you have these.

Please be prepared to have your photo taken, for audition purposes only, if you do not bring a headshot.

** Please print and bring this completed audition form with you:

Annie Audition Form

We will also have blank forms available at the auditions.

Please be prepared to list all potential rehearsal conflicts on the back of your audition form. 

*** Significant conflicts which arise after casting may result in a role being recast.  

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The role of Sandy, the dog, will be cast in September. 

All cast members must be comfortable being around a dog who will be backstage.   

Sandy will be on a leash when backstage.

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There will be callbacks on Tuesday Aug 27, in the evening, by invitation only. 

If you are unable to attend the auditions on Aug 24 and Aug 25,

please email the director at vp_theatre@svptheatre.org with “Annie Audition” in the subject line,

and request the dance routine video to be sent to you.

Please then submit your video audition to the same email address, by Saturday Aug 24. Be sure to include: 

1) Your singing audition (both provided songs if you are auditioning for an orphan), 

2) your dance audition, 

3) your completed and signed audition form, 

4) your theater resume (if you have one), and 

5) a headshot or photo of yourself

Somerset Valley Players are committed to diverse, inclusive casting.  Non-descript roles are available to all performers,

regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, disability, race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other basis. 

Please email vp_theatre@svptheatre.org with any questions.

The show runs Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m.
December 6th through December 22nd.

** Extra performance Saturday, December 14th at 2:00 PM **

 

For further information call 908.369.7469