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AUDITION NOTICE


March 12th and 13th (Call backs March 16th)

Auditions 6:00pm-9:00pm (sign up starts at 5:30)

Located at Little Town Players at the Elks Home in Bedford, Virginia (931 Ashland Avenue, Bedford, Virginia)


Directed and Choreographed by: Matt Karris

Music Director: Johnson Scott

Little Town Players is excited to announce the upcoming auditions for the spring rock comedy musical, Little Shop of Horrors. With music written by the smash songwriting team of Alan Menken and Howard Ashman, the story follows a hapless flower shop worker who raises a man-eating plant. The show is charmingly tongue-in-cheek and is regularly produced in theaters worldwide. In 1986, Frank Oz of Muppets fame directed the Oscar-nominated film version starring Rick Moranis with appearances by classic comedians Steve Martin, John Candy, and Bill Murray. It was a hit and continues to be a popular musical with audiences of all ages. Some of the more well-known songs include “Suddenly Seymour,” “Skid Row (Downtown),” and the hilarious “Dentist” number. This production will be directed by Matt Karriss, a man who is no stranger to playing the role of Seymour Krelborn at the professional level. His experience and leadership is sure to make this a production not to be missed. 

Rehearsals are scheduled for March 20 – May 11, 2023 (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays 6pm-10pm).

Performances are scheduled for May 12-14, 19-21, 2023.

 

AUDITION INFORMATION

Please prepare a song in the style of the show. (Pop, Musical Theatre, RnB). Actors are encouraged to sing from the show. Please bring sheet music. An accompanist will be provided. Be prepared to move.

All roles open:

Seymour Krelborn An insecure, put-upon florist's clerk and eventual hero. He is a genuine, well-meaning man who is taken for granted because of his clumsy ways and poor social skills. Male Age: 25 to 35 Vocal range top: G4 Vocal range bottom: A2

Audrey Bleached-blond, Billie-Dawn-like, secret love of Seymour's life. She has poor self-worth and education, but incredibly good looks and a sweet and vulnerable demeanor. Female Age: 25 to 35 Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: G#3

Mr. Mushnik The seasoned owner of the failing East Side flower shop and Seymour's nosy boss. He is profit-driven, greedy, and manipulative. Gender: Male Age: 55 to 65 Vocal range top: F4. Vocal range bottom: G2

Orin Scrivello An egotistical dentist with a passion for leather and sadistic tendencies. Audrey's abusive boyfriend, who is targeted by Seymour. (Actor also plays several smaller roles.) Gender: Male Age: 30 to 40 Vocal range top: G4 Vocal range bottom: G2

The Plant (Audrey II) Puppet. (Puppeteer) An anthropomorphic cross between a Venus flytrap and an avocado, the plant has an appetite for human flesh that is appeased by Seymour. Puppeteer doubles as other sizes of the plant.

Voice Of The Plant An actor/vocalist located offstage. The voice is that of a conniving, street- smart 'villain.' A funky Rhythm and Blues voice is best. Gender: Male Age: 20 to 50. Vocal range top: G4 Vocal range bottom: G2

Crystal Crystal, Ronnette and Chiffon are Black street urchins, acting as the occasional Greek Chorus. Young, hip, and smart, these girls are the only ones who have a grip on reality. Gender: Female Age: 17 to 30 Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: Ab3

Ronnette Crystal, Ronnette and Chiffon are Black street urchins, acting as the occasional Greek Chorus. Young, hip, and smart, these girls are the only ones who have a grip on reality. Gender: Female Age: 17 to 30 Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: Ab3

Chiffon Crystal, Ronnette and Chiffon are Black street urchins, acting as the occasional Greek Chorus. Young, hip, and smart, these girls are the only ones who have a grip on reality. Gender: Female Age: 17 to 30 Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: Ab3

Ensemble Roles are available for ensemble/chorus performers as well with various vocal ranges