Auditions for Godspell

Godspell
Book by John Michael Tebelak
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz 
Presented through Special Arrangement with Music Theatre International

Director: Janelle Steller

AUDITION DATES & TIMES
Monday, June 17th and Tuesday June 18th at 6:30pm.

REHEARSAL DATES
June 24-August 8
Weeknights: 7:00pm – 9:30pm Exact dates TBD
6:00 pm call time tech week
Possible Saturday morning rehearsals, if needed
Tech Sunday: August 4th

PLEASE NOTE: The end time is highly approximate; it may be earlier in the beginning of the rehearsal process and last longer as we get closer to opening. There will be no specific end time during tech week.

PERFORMANCE DATES
August 9-25th 
(9 performances over 3 weeks)
Fridays and Saturdays at 7pm
Sundays at 1:30pm
All performances are mandatory.

AUDITION LOCATION
Santa Maria Civic Theater
660 N McClelland St,
Santa Maria, CA 93454

AUDITION INFO

• Please prepare one (1) minute of a song in the style of the show.
• An instrumental track from a phone or other device is acceptable.
• Dance will be taught at the audition. Please bring appropriate clothing and dance shoes (something you can move in!)

Additional Information

• List ALL commitments and potential commitments that are during the rehearsal period – even those that are on days which are not currently listed as rehearsal days. The rehearsal schedule will be built around the cast’s availability.
• No conflicts will be accepted for performance dates or the week before opening.
• No additional conflicts will be accepted after casting.

For more information please e-mail Janelle Steller at janellesteller@gmail.com

PLOT SUMMARY
A small group of people help Jesus Christ tell different parables by using a wide variety of games, storytelling techniques and a hefty dose of comic timing. An eclectic blend of songs, ranging in style from pop to vaudeville, is employed as the story of Jesus’ life dances across the stage. Dissolving hauntingly into the Last Supper and the Crucifixion, Jesus’ messages of kindness, tolerance and love come vibrantly to life. 

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
Unless otherwise noted below, all roles are open to all actors without regard to race, ethnicity, and body type. Roles are open to all genders. Gender-Nonconforming/Non-Binary actors are welcomed and encouraged to audition. 

Jesus
High Tenor G#
Must be the most charismatic individual in the cast. High energy, charming, funny, gentle but with strength. He is the sort of person others instinctively follow.

John The Baptist/Judas
Baritone E
They have attributes of both Biblical figures: They are both Jesus’ lieutenant and most ardent disciple and the doubter who begins to question and rebel. Like Jesus, they are also charismatic, but in more of an overt revolutionary way. They are the most “serious” and intellectual of the group, though as with all the actors, they must still possess a good sense of physical comedy.

The Company
Listed below are the vocal ranges of the musical numbers. Please use this as a type of “character breakdown” since all Ensemble members will be addressed by their actual names. All Ensemble actors must have experience with harmony and improv. Any special “tricks,” ability to play musical instruments, or overall personal quirks are encouraged! 

“Day by Day” – Mezzo Soprano
“Learn Your Lessons Well” – Mezzo Soprano
“Bless the Lord” – Soprano, High A
“All Good Gifts” – Tenor, High A
“Light of the World” – Baritone, E
“Turn Back, O Man” – Alto, D below Middle C
“By My Side” – Alto
“We Beseech Thee” – Tenor, High D

Audition Dates