Sunday, March 15 at 7 p.m.
Monday, March 16 at 7 p.m. (Ages 13 years and older)
Performances: April 24 through May 10, 2020
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Music and Lyrics by Dolly Parton | Book by Patricia Resnick
Based on the Twentieth Century Fox film
Three unlikely friends take control of their office and learn there is nothing they can't do, even in a man's world. Pushed to the boiling point, three female co-workers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot they call their boss. In a hilarious turn of events, Violet, Judy and Doralee live out their wildest fantasy in this musical version of the classic 1980 film.
Presented through special arrangements with Music Theatre International (MTI)
AUDITION INFORMATION:
Being a part of the performing arts in your community can be a wonderful and life changing experience. Regardless of your level of training and experience in the arts, we welcome you to join us for auditions at our historic theatre. We will train you to be “performance ready” for any show that you may be cast in. Our volunteer performers consist of people in our community from all walks of life... teachers, students, doctors, and military! Whatever your profession, if you have ever dreamed of performing onstage, we encourage you to audition at The Historic Cocoa Village Playhouse for YOUR chance to perform in, what audiences have declared, “Broadway on Brevard”!
AUDITION PREPARATION
• No Experience Necessary, we will train you!
• Please limit vocal auditions to a maximum of 1 minute or 16 bars of music. Sheet music Is preferred (We provide a pianist). CD, Flash Drive or MP3 accompaniment must not contain prerecorded vocals and must stop at 1 minute. No smart phones or iPods/tablets, please.
• Flash drives with MP3 files are accepted at auditions as well.
• If you do not have a prepared song, you will be asked to sing “Happy Birthday” with the piano accompaniment (A pianist will be provided).
• No acapella (Singing without instrumental accompaniment) vocals, please.
• You will also be given stage movement and/or dance to follow, unless noted under the show title. Please dress comfortably with correct shoes to move.
CHARACTERS:
VIOLET: (Female, 40-50 yrs old - Alto)
A smart, efficient, widowed mother of a teenage son who is constantly being passed up for promotion in the ‘boys club’ world of climbing the corporate ladder. She runs the office from her desk while her boss takes the credit. She is frustrated with her position, but not bitter. Comedic role – witty and sharp. Attractive, strong, ambitious.
DORALEE: (Female, 20-30 yrs old - Soprano / high belt)
A sexy, country gal who is the secretary for the boss, Franklin Hart. She is misunderstood at the beginning of the play due to rumours about an affair with the boss, but comes to be a strong cog in the machine that destroys Hart. This country girl is an eternal optimist, warm and personable, with a ready smile. Country singing. Comedy is sharp and no-nonsense. American country accent is essential.
JUDY: (Female, 30-35 yrs old - Soprano / high belt)
a meek housewife with her first foray into the working world when her husband runs off with his secretary. Judy changes throughout the show into a force to be reckoned with, taking control of herself and her life. Comedic role – confusion, insecure, determined, and hopeful.
FRANKLIN HART: (Male, 35 - 50 yrs old - Baritone)
Is a pompous jerk of a boss. If he weren’t the boss, he would have no friends at all. Was trained by Violet, and then promoted ahead of her, so there is no love lost between them. Spends his time trying to seduce Doralee. Smarmy. Sexist, Egotistical, Lying, Hypocritical, Bigot. Must be comfortable with heights as he flies.
ROZ KEITH: (Female, 30-45 yrs old - Alto)
The attentive office gossip queen and snitch. She has an unrequited love for Mr Hart and does everything she can to undermine the rest of the office to earn his affection. Although she has depth, a lonely woman who seeks solace in her work and Hart. Over the top comedic role.
JOE: (Male, 25-35 yrs old - Tenor / high baritone)
A handsome, young office accountant. Genuine and nice, and smitten with Violet. Doubles in the Men’s Ensemble
DWAYNE: Doralee's attractive husband. He is very supportive of her professional pursuits.
JOSH: (Speaking Role): Violet's awkward teenage son.
MISSY: (Speaking Role - doubles in the women’s Ensemble)
Franklin Hart's wife, clueless to her husband's true nature. Fluttery and Ditzy.
MARIA: (Speaking Role, doubles in the women’s Ensemble)
A young and vibrant secretary in Hart's office.
DICK: (Male, 35-45 yrs old - Speaking Role)
Judy’s soon-to-be ex-husband. An average guy, he is sporting a little less hair and a little more paunch than he did ten years ago.
KATHY: (Speaking Role, doubles in the women’s Ensemble)
A secretary in Hart's office with a tendency to gossip.
MARGARET: (Speaking Role, doubles in the women’s Ensemble)
A secretary in Hart's office with a tendency to drink.
TINSWORTHY: (Male, 50-65 yrs old - Speaking Role)
Franklin Hart's boss and Chairman of the Board. A good man, who may be wiser to Hart's ways than he lets on. Can either double as male ensemble or as a small cameo role at the end of the show.
BOB: Franklin Hart’s Yes-Man. Also trained by Violet and promoted over her.
ENSEMBLE: Office employees, police officers, hospital employees.