This is an amateur production of J o se p h a n d t h e A m a z i n g T e c h n i c o l o r D r e am c o a t Lyrics by Tim Rice, Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber.
AUDITION AND PRODUCTION INFORMATION
“Joseph” is Beenleigh Theatre Group’s third show of 2016. Opening 24th of June 2016, for a three week season, with a total of nine shows.
REGISTER FOR AUDITIONS:
To request an audition, please email your name and mobile number, the role you are auditioning for and whether you require an accompanist, to our Production Co-Ordinator, Tracey Rowland at [email protected]
Synopsis
The Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colours comes to vibrant life in this delightful parable. Joseph, his father's favourite son, is a boy blessed with prophetic dreams. When he is sold into slavery by his jealous brothers and taken to Egypt, Joseph endures a series of adventures in which his spirit and humanity are continually challenged. Set to an engaging cornucopia of musical styles, from country-western and calypso to bubble-gum pop and rock 'n' roll, this Old Testament tale emerges both timely and timeless.
Musical Numbers
Act I
Prologue Narrator
Any Dream Will Do Joseph, Children
Jacob and Sons/Joseph’s Coat Narrator, Brothers, Wives, Children, Jacob, Joseph Joseph’s Dreams Narrator, Joseph, Brothers, Female Ensemble
Poor, Poor Joseph Narrator, Brothers, Children
One More Angel in Heaven Reuben, Narrator, Brothers, Wives, Jacob, Children Potiphar Children, Narrator, Male Ensemble, Mrs. Potiphar, Joseph, Potiphar Close Every Door Joseph, Children
Go, Go, Go Joseph Narrator, Butler, Baker, Ensemble, Joseph, Children
Act II
Pharaoh Story Narrator, Children
Poor, Poor Pharaoh/Song of the King Narrator, Butler, Pharaoh, Children, Ensemble Pharaoh’s Dreams Explained Joseph, Ensemble, Children
Stone the Crows Narrator, Pharaoh, Children, Female Ensemble, Joseph Those Canaan Days Simeon, Jacob, Brothers
The Brothers Come to Egypt/Grovel Narrator, Brothers, Joseph, Females, Children Who’s the Thief? Joseph, Brothers, Female Ensemble, Children
Benjamin Calypso Judah, Brothers, Female Ensemble, Children Joseph All the Time Narrator, Joseph, Children, Brothers Jacob in Egypt Narrator, Children, Chorus
Any Dream Will Do Joseph, Children, Chorus Mega Mix Full Company
MALE ROLES:
Joseph: Tenor (Low A to High G). Stage age – 18+
Joseph is the male lead. He needs to be able to mature from 18 to 40ish over the course of the show. Joseph begins as a cocky teenager who, through dealing with life’s adversities, becomes a humble man and a true leader. He needs to be a strong singer and actor. Joseph will be shirtless for much of the production. Likeable, enigmatic, sincere performer. Obviously his father’s favourite, Joseph early on shows a talent for interpreting dreams and telling the future. This gets him into trouble with his brothers when he predicts his future will include ruling over the other eleven. However, it saves his life when in Egypt he correctly interprets Pharaoh’s dreams. In the end he has risen to a great position of power, but he still forgives his brothers and brings his family to Egypt to partake of the bounty he has accumulated there.
Jacob: Baritone (Low A to High C). Stage age – 50+
Jacob is the father of Joseph and his 11 brothers. He clearly favours Joseph as the first son of his favourite wife, unwittingly causing the friction that exists between Joseph and his brothers. Jacob needs to be a good actor, who can sing and move reasonably well.
Potiphar: Baritone (Low D to B). Stage age 40+
Potiphar is a wealthy, self-indulgent man. He needs to be a strong actor as well as a good singer. He may double as a brother. A powerful and rich Egyptian, Potiphar purchases Joseph and puts him to work in his household, where he soon realises that Joseph is honest, hard-working, and a great addition to his pool of help. When he grows suspicious of his wife and Joseph, however, he grows angry and has Joseph thrown into prison.
Brothers: Reuben, Simeon, Levi, Napthali, Issachar, Asher, Dan, Zebulon, Gad, Benjamin & Judah: Stage ages 16 – 30s.
High energy & very active. Singers/dancers/actors. Joseph’s 11 brothers, who were born of 4 different mothers (two wives and two handmaidens), are jealous of Joseph and the fact that he is clearly their father’s favourite son. Need to be able to develop strong unique characters and sing harmony. Able to portray wide range of performance styles. Although acting usually as a group, they each have their own different personalities, talents, and flaws. They sing and dance their way through many situations and places. Conniving, self-centred, and jealous of Joseph's high aspirations and their father's favouritism toward Joseph, they change their ways in the end.
Reuben: sings “One More Angel in Heaven” (Low B to High F) Simeon: sings “Those Canaan Days” (C to High Eb)
Judah: sings “Benjamin Calypso” (F to High F) Pharaoh: Tenor/Baritone (Low B to High G#) Stage age 30s/40s.
Pharaoh is the leader of Egypt and a very self-important man. He sings an Elvis-style song, “Song of the King” and is very comfortable having adoring fans. He needs to be a strong singer and actor and a good dancer/mover with good comic timing. Should be an outgoing, engaging entertainer, able to take the stage and connect with an audience. The most powerful man in Egypt, Pharaoh is considered a god on earth. When Joseph interprets his dreams, he promotes him to one of the highest positions in his government.
Baker: Tenor (Low D to High G). Stage Age 25+
Needs be a good singer and may also be one of the brothers. One of Pharaoh’s servants, the Baker is in prison with Joseph who correctly interprets his dreams and predicts that he will be put to death.
Butler: Tenor (Low C to High G). Stage Age 25+
Another of Pharaoh’s servants, the Butler is also in prison with Joseph who also correctly interprets his dreams, this time that he will be released and taken back into Pharaoh’s household. It is the Butler who tells Pharaoh about Joseph and his uncanny ability with dreams. May also be one of the brothers.
Swings: Ishmaelite’s, Potiphar’s henchmen, Prisoners, Egyptian guards. FEMALE ROLES:
Narrator: Soprano with extended mix/belt range. (Low A to High A). Stage age 18+
A woman, not of the time or place of the action, The Narrator is a storyteller who is sharing a wonderful tale with the children, their families and the wider audience. She needs to be a strong singer who can draw the audience into the saga of Joseph and his brothers, showing what shapes them into the men they were destined to become. Vibrant, energetic, charming performer, animated storyteller. Movement/dance experience needed. The narrator must be adept at both being the focal point and then “blending” into the scene. Mrs Potiphar: Alto/Mezzo (Low D to A). Stage age 30+
Mrs. Potiphar is an indulgent woman who likes to get her own way, and thinks first and foremost about her own personal gratification. She needs to be a confident mover/dancer, who is comfortable moving in a seductive manner. She will also be a part of the women’s chorus.
Women (10): Varying age, size, and ethnicity for the roles of wives, mothers, handmaidens, featured dancers, and chorus. Backup singers/dancers for the Pharaoh Strong singers, need to be able to learn and hold harmonies. Singers/dancers for “One More Angel in Heaven”. Go-go dancers/singers for “Go, Go-go, Go-go Joseph”
Soprano: Soloist for “One More Angel in Heaven” CHILDREN ENSEMBLE:
Children: Stage ages 8-15 (Double cast)
40 - 60 Chorus roles for boys and girls. Children must be age 8 or older by April 1st, 2016, in order to audition for the children’s chorus. The children’s chorus will be on stage for the majority of the show.
Stage ages: Your stage age is NOT your chronological age, but the age you appear on the stage, e.g. you may be 20 years old, but appear to be 14 years old on stage.
Adult Principal auditions
By appointment only; individual 15 minute private sessions.
Prepare a brief song from legit musical theatre [in the style of this show] to show off vocal range. You may be asked to do scales/vocal exercises to gauge your range. Please memorise the songs. We may not listen to the entirety of your song, but please remember this is in no way a reflection on your vocals. We will have just heard everything we need to!
Music can be in the form of backing tracks on iPod, iPhone, mp3 device, cd or sheet music for piano accompaniment (accompanist supplied).
No pop/rock songs
Colour headshot (minimum size 10cm X 15 cm). Non-returnable.
Audition form, completed in full and listing ALL clashes with Joseph calendar.
We recommend you complete your Audition Form prior to the audition day and bring it with you.
Forms available to download from the BTG website at http://beenleightheatregroup.com/whats-on/audition-notices/. Otherwise there will be forms at the audition venue.
Movement with choreographer appropriate to character.
SECOND AUDITION SONGS required for the following roles: o Narrator – “Jacob and Sons”
o Joseph – “Close Every Door” o Pharaoh – “Song of the King” o Reuben – “One More Angel” o Simeon – “Those Canaan Days” o Judah – “Benjamin Calypso” Adult Chorus auditions
Registration required.
Audition form, completed in full and listing ALL clashes with Joseph calendar.
We recommend you complete your Audition Form prior to the audition day and bring it with you.
Forms available to download from the BTG website at http://beenleightheatregroup.com/whats-on/audition-notices/. Otherwise there will be forms at the audition venue.
Open group call; you will be auditioned in groups of 4 or 5.
Colour headshot (minimum size 10cm X 15 cm). Non-returnable.
At the audition, you will learn an excerpt from the show and then sing in small groups.
Bring appropriate shoes, eg jazz shoes, for the stage movement section of audition.
You may be asked to sing and dance at the same time. Movement/Dance:
You will be taught 2 short pieces, one (1) Movement Piece and one (1) dance piece for those with dance experience. We are looking for some specialty dancers (who will also be part of the Ensemble) and strong movers. This also gives you the opportunity to 'give it a go’ and show us your personality.
Children’s Auditions
Registration required.
An Audition form, completed in full and listing ALL clashes with Joseph calendar.
We recommend you complete your Audition Form prior to the audition day and bring it with you.
Forms available to download from the BTG website at http://beenleightheatregroup.com/whats-on/audition-notices/. Otherwise there will be forms at the audition venue.
Groups of 10; 30 minutes/group
Information Night
Crete Street Theatre
Beenleigh.
Wednesday
23rd March 2016
@ 7.00pm.
At the audition, you will be taught an excerpt from the song “Jacob and Sons”
Wear comfortable clothes ie your school polo shirt/sports shirt and shoes suitable for movement
Good quality colour headshot (minimum size 10cm X 15 cm). Non-returnable.
No parents/guardians permitted in audition space.
What to do next?
1. CHECK THE JOSEPH CALENDAR
It’s no use auditioning if you can’t make rehearsals or performances.
Please check the Joseph Calendar for conflicts. Some absence in rehearsals can be
accommodated but this must be recorded on your audition form to allow us to prepare
rehearsal schedules productively. Please discuss with the Production Co-Ordinator
when you book your audition if you have any concerns.
2. BOOK YOUR AUDITION
Email your
name and mobile number, the role you are auditioning for and whether
you require a pianist to accompany you
to our Production Co-Ordinator, Tracey
Rowland at [email protected] All auditionees must register. You will then be
contacted to book/confirm your audition appointment time and date.
3. ATTEND INFORMATION NIGHT
Wednesday, 23
rdMarch, 2016 @ 7.00pm.
Crete Street Theatre, Beenleigh.
Face to face with the production team. Have your audition questions answered.
Call-backs and notification of offers
If you are required for call-backs, you will be required to learn a musical excerpt from the
show. All offers of call-backs will be advised by telephone and any additional material will
be emailed to you. All auditionees will be notified via email or phone of their offer or
otherwise at the completion of the audition process.
AUDITIONS
ADULT CHORUSFriday, 1st April, 2016 @ 7.30pm ADULT PRINCIPALS
By appointment only [15 mins] Saturday 2nd April 9am – 6pm CHILDREN’S AUDITIONS
Sunday 3rd April @ 11.30am – 4pm [30 minutes/group] CALLBACKS (if necessary)
REHEARSALS
All rehearsals are held at Crete Street Theatre, Beenleigh. If you are successful in receiving an offer for Joseph, you will be expected to be available for rehearsals and performances on the Joseph schedule. Please list any conflicts with these dates on your audition form. A rehearsal schedule is produced at the beginning of the rehearsal process but other dates may be included in the schedule from time to time in consultation with cast. Rehearsal schedules take the specific needs of our juvenile performers into consideration, limiting late nights, etc, whenever possible.
Please note: all cast members of Joseph must be fully paid members of Beenleigh Theatre Group. For 2016 the cost of membership is $25 or $20 for those cast members under the age of 18 and who are not members of our Junior Entertainers Theatre Program (JETS). For insurance purposes all cast must be paid members within the first two weeks of the rehearsal period.
REHEARSAL PERIOD
Beginning 6th April – 24th June, 2016
Sundays 1-5pm (with earlier calls announced as required) Mondays 7.30pm – 10pm
Wednesdays 7.30pm - 10pm PERFORMANCES
Venue: Crete Street Theatre, Beenleigh
NOTE: These are show start times. Cast call is one hour before. Friday, 17th June @ 7.30pm (Preview)
Friday, 24th June @ 7:30pm (Opening Night) Saturday, 25th June @ 2.00pm Saturday, 25th June @ 7:30pm Friday, 1st July @ 7:30pm Saturday, 2nd July @ 2.00pm Saturday, 2nd July @ 7:30pm Friday, 8th July @ 7:30pm Saturday, 9th July @ 2.00pm Saturday, 9th July @ 7:30pm
PRODUCTION TEAM
Director: Angela Clarke
Angela joined Savoyards in 1987 and over the next few years she performed in several shows including Oklahoma (Ado Annie), Guys and Dolls (Sr. Sarah Brown) and Nunsense (Sr. Mary Leo). Angela spent seven years in Melbourne where she was an active member of Players Theatre Company, performing such roles as Nancy (Oliver), Poopsie (Pajama Game) and Ado Annie (Oklahoma). It was with Players that Angela started directing shows including The Olde Time Music Hall, Arsenic and Old Lace and Back to the 50’s, which she also wrote and choreographed. In 2006 she moved back to Brisbane performing with Savoyards again in Fiddler on the Roof (Hodel), 42nd Street (Dorothy Brock), Anything Goes (Erma), Pirates of Penzance, (Ruth), Forbidden Broadway (Director). In 2014, she performed as Calamity Jane in BTG’s production. Joseph marks her directorial debut with BTG and she is looking forward to working with this friendly company.
Musical Director: Joanne Wolfe
Joanne pursued her musical passion by studying clarinet and voice at the Queensland Conservatorium of Music and teaching at the University of Queensland. For more than twenty years Joanne has been an instrumental music teacher with Education Queensland encouraging new generations of young musicians to realise their love of music, currently she works at schools in Redland City. Joanne has worked in community theatre for many years. She has taken on diverse roles in several productions: ‘Forbidden Broadway’ (musical director), ‘Pirates of Penzance’ (assistant musical director, orchestra), ‘My Fair Lady’, ‘Oliver!’, ‘The Sound of Music’, ‘Fiddler on the Roof’, ‘Brigadoon’ (chorus), ‘West side Story’ (orchestra), ‘Paris’, ‘Carousel’ (stage crew), ‘42nd Street’, ‘My Fair Lady’, ‘Anything Goes’, ‘Phantom of the Opera’ (costume construction). This production of ‘Joseph and the Technicolored Dreamcoat’ is Joanne’s first time as musical director with the Beenleigh Theatre Group.
Choreographer: Nicola Stavar
Nicola began dancing at the age of seven. After training in ballet (RAD), jazz (SFD), tap (SFD) and contemporary for 15 years, Nicola completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance) at the Queensland University of Technology in 2011. While studying at QUT, she was selected to choreograph and perform two separate dance works at the youth dance company QL2 in Canberra. She also has experience performing in numerous musicals, competitions and festivals. For the last seven years, Nicola has worked as a dance teacher in various schools across Brisbane. She has worked as a choreographer in a number of musicals in the Brisbane area, a great personal achievement; being nominated for “Best Choreography” for her work in Seven Brides for Seven Brothers at the Gold Coast Area Theatre Awards 2011. In 2014 she choreographed, and also appeared in, BTG’s much applauded and sell out season of ‘RENT’.
