February 2 & 3
Interested performers who are auditioning (in-person and virtually) are invited to take a moment and read the Welcome to Auditions document for important information related to this audition.
VIRTUAL AUDITION
See Audition Information for more details related to submitting virtually, including how to send your vocal audition.
Virtual Audition Form (must be received by February 3 at 12:00 p.m.) Submissions received after this deadline will not be considered.
IN-PERSON AUDITIONS
Doors open no earlier than 30 minutes prior to a scheduled audition.
February 2nd at 6:30 p.m: All ages
February 3rd at 7 p.m: All ages
Performers interested in auditioning in person can fill out the in-person application and bring it completed to the audition.
On the application for this audition are questions related to double casting, understudying, and swinging (not performing unless called upon to). Performers should answer these questions honestly and truthfully, while maintaining transparency about any other needs (will only be cast with a fellow auditionee/conflicts/etc.) Statements alluding to/presenting indirectness as well as vague responses (maybe/will discuss later/etc.) are strongly discouraged from being placed on the application.
SHOW DESCRIPTION
Charlie Price has reluctantly inherited his father's shoe factory, which is on the verge of bankruptcy. Trying to live up to his father's legacy and save his family business, Charlie finds inspiration in the form of Lola, a fabulous entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos. As they work to turn the factory around, this unlikely pair find that they have more in common than they realized... and discover that when you change your mind, you can change your whole world. With music by Cyndi Lauper, Kinky Boots is a big-hearted musical extravaganza featuring elaborate costumes, exhilarating choreography and a heartfelt story that will lift your spirits to high-heeled heights!
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
Due to the extremely busy production schedule and the demands of this show, rehearsals for this production will begin immediately and run continuously for the next four weeks. It is imperative that you are fully transparent with the directors regarding conflicts that are placed on your audition application. If you need to make any additional modifications to your conflicts on your application, see the auditions team in the lobby. The casting team is not able to accommodate most conflicts that are communicated following this audition process. Additional conflicts may result in removal from the company.
The majority of this production is set in Northampton, UK, and all speaking roles require a Northamptonshire accent. Accent coaches will be available to assist, but it is the responsibility of performers to independently research, practice, and deliver an authentic British accent suitable for the setting.
While these auditions are open for all ages, the casting team of Kinky Boots are only specifically looking for children to portray the roles of Young Charlie and Young Lola/Simon. This production is rated PG-13.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
NOTE: The ages are meant to give performers a point of reference and will be determined based on the audition process.
Charlie Price
A bit confused, a bit unfocused, a hero hiding under a victim's mantle. Age: 25 to 35
Young Charlie
Charlie as a seven-year-old boy. Lost, quiet, reflective. Must read 7 – 12 years old.
Lola/Simon
A prize fighter's physique draped in satin. A talented drag queen with a killer voice and winning ways. Age: 30 to 35
Young Lola/Simon
Lola as a ten-year-old boy who already knows he's destined to wear high heels. Must read 7 – 12 years old.
Nicola
Charlie's long-term girlfriend. Driven, uncompromising. Age: 20 to 30
Lauren
Beautiful and strong working-class girl. Age: 20 to 30
Don
Lola's nemesis. Burly hypermasculine bear of a factory worker Age: 20 to 40
Pat
Officious office manager who will let loose her wild side when allowed. Lola's love interest. Age: 20 to 40
Trish
Factory worker with a husband and kids to worry over. Age: 20 to 40
George
Factory manager keeping up traditions. Reserved. Age: 30 to 50
The Angels
The drag performers who populate The Blue Angel Nightclub. This ain't a job for no wallflowers. Exceptional dancing at high heel heights required.
Mr. Price
Charlie's father. Age: 30 to 50
Simon Sr.
Lola's father. An unforgiving tower of anger. Age: 30 to 50
Harry
A contemporary of Charlie's but his opposite. Successful, self-aware and confident. Age: 25 to 40
Richard Bailey
Nicola's boss. An overtly attractive and successful man. Age: 30 to 50
The Playhouse is currently seeking a small to medium size ensemble of all ethnicities who act, sing, and dance their way throughout the production as Hooligans, Factory Workers, Pub Patrons, Photographers, Club Patrons. Some of these tracks may include performing at heights, on moving platforms, and portraying minor supporting named characters. All tracks in the ensemble will require varying amounts of dancing in heels as well as exceptional physical acting and singing. Performers interested in auditioning for this ensemble should have some proficiency in musical theatre/dance.