audition information

AUDITION INFORMATION
Director: Christian Cavallo
Vocal Director: Liz Kearney
Choreographers: Kirsten Blake, Meriki Comito, Adam DiBiase, Simon Vowles
August 20 - 27, 2011
Playhouse Theatre, Geelong Performing Arts Centre
Ticket Bookings: (03) 5225 1200
AUDITION DATES:
Singing/ Acting:
Movement/ Dance Audition:
7pm Monday 11th April
From 10am Sunday 10th April
From 7pm Wednesday 13th April
Callbacks:
Sunday 17th April
AUDITION VENUE:
GSODA Rehearsal Hall, White Eagle House, Fellmonger’s Rd, Breakwater
Audition Bookings now open!
All enquiries or audition bookings: [email protected]
SHOW INFORMATION
Eurobeat is the wonderfully hilarious celebration of the Eurovision Song Contest and opens the dawn of the
interactive musical. We are in SARAJEVO, the capital of Boznia-Hertzegovnia, who have somehow won the rights to
host this year’s competition. Competing countries are:
ITALY GERMANY
ICELAND
UNITED KINGDOM
ESTONIA
GREECE UKRAINE
RUSSIA
HUNGARY
IRELAND
LICHTENSTEIN FRANCE
SWEDEN
NORWAY
Act One sees the 14 countries perform their respective competition entries. Following this, the audience vote for
their favourite countries at interval.
Act Two features a special politically charged presentation from the Host Country, culminating in the song “I’m
Sarajevo”. This is followed by “live crosses” across Europe to find out how the continent (audience) has voted. The
show culminates in the announcement and reprise performance by the winning country.
Eurobeat has enjoyed immense succeess and critical acclaim throughout Australia and internationally, with a
successful run on London’s West End. This production of Eurobeat will feature the show’s original 12 songs plus
feature two new songs, never before performed in Eurobeat, in what will be a premiere event!
ROLES
SERGEI
Sergei is the male host of the show. He is over the top, has a thick accent, and is a showy master of ceremonies. His
english is not so good. He has a slight crush on Boyka. The actor playing this role will need great comic timing and
be able to think quickly on their feet as well as be able to interact with the audience.
BOYKA
Boyka is the female host of the show. She is happy and pleasant, has a thick accent, and acts as the voice of
reason. She finds Sergei small minded. She needs great comic timing to drive the show and interact with the
audience. The actor in this role also needs a strong singing voice.
SINGERS/ LIVE CROSS PRESENTERS
These cast members represent each of the countries in the song entries / cross live from around europe to deliver voting
results, playing several characters. These performers need to have strong singing voices and be able to act and move
well. All will have several feature moments througout the show. They need to portray pop culture references effectively
and have sound comic timing whilst using a range of accents effectively and being prepared to interact with the
audience. Note that different songs have different singing ranges, and the production team will assess suitability for
each of the sung numbers during the audition period.
DANCERS
Looking for an exceptional ensemble of energetic dancers who are comfortable with a range of dance styles and can
show personality. These cast members will perform as feature dancers in some numbers and backing dancers in
others. Singing ability is preferred but not essential.
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS
• Prepare two contrasting pop songs in the style of the show that best showcase your vocal range. Please note
that as time is limited, you may not complete the two songs, so make sure you are able to show off your range
within the first 30 seconds of the song where possible.
• As the show is performed to backing tracks, the audition panel would like all auditionees to audition to one.
Please provide a CD on the day with your two backing tracks. Backing tracks must not have any audible lead vocals
on them. No pianist will be provided. Backing tracks are available via iTunes for $1.69.
• Auditionees must be over 16 years of age.
• Please submit a headshot and CV (if available).
• Please arrive 15 minutes early to prepare, sign in and provide relevant forms.
• Auditionees may be required to read a selection from the script provided.
• Audition forms are included with this pack and must be submitted on the day.
• A Show Levy/ Membership Fee of $92 is payable by May 15th, 2011 for successful auditionees.
• All audition bookings and enquiries can be made with the production managers via [email protected]
• Cast members may be required for publicity and promotional purposes.
PRODUCTION TEAM
DIRECTED BY:
Christian Cavallo
COSTUME DESIGN BY:
Sally Smith
PROPS COORDINATOR:
Mal King
VOCAL DIRECTION BY:
Liz Kearney
SET DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION BY:
Craig Gourely
PRODUCTION COORDINATORS:
Sandra Lowther & Craig Gourley
CHOREOGRAPHY BY:
Kirsten Blake, Meriki Comito,
Adam DiBiase & Simon Vowles
LIGHTING BY:
BAAC Lighting
STAGE MANAGER:
Craig Gourely
SOUND BY:
LSS Productions
MARKETING:
Chris Morton & Debbie Fraser
ARTISTIC ADVISOR:
Debbie Fraser
IMPORTANT DATES
Sunday 10th April
Singing & acting auditions from 10am onwards.
Monday 11th April
Dance audition for all auditionees - movement and dance. All auditionees must attend.
Wednesday 13th April
Singing and acting auditions
Sunday 17th April
Callbacks - Times TBA
Sunday 15th May
First Rehearsal.
Monday, Wednesday and Sunday rehearsals ensue until production week.
Sunday 12th June
Queen’s Birthday long weekend. No rehearsal.
Saturday & Sunday 25th & 26th June
Rehearsal weekend.
Saturday & Sunday 30th & 31st July
Rehearsal weekend.
Monday 15th - Thursday 18th August
Production week - cast to be available as required.
Friday 19th August
Preview Night - 8pm Show
Saturday 20th August
Opening Night - 8pm Show
Sunday 21st August
5pm Show
Wednesday 24th August
8pm Show
Thursday 25th August
Full Dress Run 6:30pm Call
Friday 26th August
Show - 6:30pm Call, 8pm Show
Saturday 27th August
2pm Show
Closing Night - 8pm Show
Office Use Only:
Number:______
Headshot attached: Y / N
Role/s: ____________
Required:____________
Time:____________
AUDITION FORM
PLEASE BRING THIS FORM, ALONG WITH A NON-RETURNABLE HEADSHOT TO YOUR AUDITION
Name: _____________________________________________ Age: ______ Male/Female
Address: ________________________________________ Suburb: ___________________
Post Code: ________ Phone (H): __________________ Phone (M): __________________
Email: _________________________________ Date Of Birth: ____/____/19____
Height: __________ Build: __________ Hair Colour: __________ Eye Colour: _________
What songs are you singing?
Song:________________________________________ By: __________________________
Song:________________________________________ By: __________________________
What role are you auditioning for? (tick appropriate box/es):
Sergei
Boyka
Singer/Actor
Dancer
Is there anything specific in the show you would like to be especially considered for?
__________________________________________________________________________
Previous Theatre Experience: Please complete the following or attach a brief resume.
Year
Show
Role
Company
Vocal Tuition :
Trained with: _______________________________________ No. Years: ____
Trained with: _______________________________________ No. Years: ____
Vocal Type: ____________________________________ Range: _____________________
Can you read music?
Very Well
Okay
Not at all
Can you sing harmony?
Very Well
Okay
Not at all
Drama / Acting
Trained with: _______________________________________ No. Years: ____
Trained with: _______________________________________ No. Years: ____
AUDITION FORM
Dance
Trained with: __________________________ Styles:________________ No. Years: ____
Trained with: __________________________ Styles:________________ No. Years: ____
Do you have any injuries that require choreographic consideration?
Yes
No
If Yes, please specify:_______________________________________
Please list other skills (eg. Gymnastics, acrobatics, musical instruments etc):
__________________________________________________________________________
It is vital to this production, and everyone involved, that you are available for all
rehearsals as required.
Do you have any other commitments that will affect attendance during
May – August 2011?
Yes
No
If so, please specify dates: ___________________________________________________
If you are not cast in the production, would you consider working in wardrobe, backstage or set construction?
Yes
No
As well as performing, cast members or nominated family members will be required to help with set
construction or sewing bees a minimum of 10 hours.
All cast members are required to become financial members of GSODA Inc., and will also be required
to pay show fees, due at the first rehearsal: 15 May, 2011.
o Adult Membership: $22 inc. GST Show Fee: $70 inc. GST
I hereby state that all information provided in this document is a true and accurate account of my
details at the time of auditioning.
Signed: _____________________________________ Date: ____/____/2011
Parent/Guardian: _____________________________________
(if auditionee is under the age of 18)