Auditions – “Hairspray”

Hairspray

Hairspray

Book by Thomas Meehan and Mark O’Donnell
Music by Marc Shaiman
Lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman
Based on the New Line Cinema film, written and directed by John Waters

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Production Team

Director:  Bentleigh Nesbit
Assistant Director:  Javon Tcheco
Music Director:  Ashley Green
Choreographer:  Sydnie Roy
Stage Manager:  Rodney Hudson
Assistant Stage Manager:  Kiera Powers

Performances

June 6 – July 6, 2025
Fridays at 7:30pm, Saturdays at 2pm and 7:30pm, Sundays at 2pm

  • Extra shows at 7:30pm on Thursday, July 3 and 2pm on Friday, July 4
  • No 7:30pm show on Friday, July 4

Rehearsals

  • Rehearsals will begin Monday, April 28, 2025.
  • Typically, rehearsals will be Mondays-Thursdays from 7-10pm and Saturdays from 9am-12pm.
  • Tech Week rehearsals on June 2-5, 2025, will be Monday-Thursday and will begin at 6pm.
  • There may be a Q2Q rehearsal on Sunday, June 1, 2025.

Benefits

  • Limited actor stipends are available for specific roles; stipends typically range from $100-$400.
  • An allotment of comp tickets is available for family and friends.
  • A limited amount of housing is available on weekends during performance run, upon request. Housing is not available during rehearsals.

Video Auditions

Performers of any ethnicity, race, color, sex, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, body type and who are differently abled are welcomed and encouraged to audition.

Please complete this Google Form by Sunday, April 20, 2025 at 11:59pm.

https://forms.gle/3Ws5o3VsdcH5FUQR8

Please submit a single video file of you singing 32 bars from a song in the style of the show with track or accompaniment

You will need to upload a headshot and acting resume in addition to your video file.

 

Callbacks

If needed and by invitation only

NEW DATE! Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Granbury Theatre Academy, 400 S. Morgan Street, Suite 105, Granbury, Texas 76048

PRODUCTION DESCRIPTION

It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire – to dance on the popular “Corny Collins Show.” When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob, Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network… all without denting her ‘do!

HAIRSPRAY is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

CHARACTER LISTING

The role of Motormouth Maybelle has been precast.
 
Tracy Turnblad – Our story’s unsuspecting protagonist, she is large and in charge. Confident, talented, and incredibly determined. A romantic with a good heart and desire to cut up the dance floor. Always on top of the latest trends. Plus size actress.
Gender: female | Age: High school age onstage | Vocal range top: G5 | Vocal range bottom: G3
 
Corny Collins – The charismatic host of the Corny Collins’ Show. Smooth talking and is a genuinely nice guy both on and off camera.
Gender: male | Age: 25 to 35 | Vocal range top: A4 | Vocal range bottom: D3
 
Edna Turnblad – Tracy’s big and blonde mother. She is a working housewife who has lost her confidence and dream to be a plus-size clothing designer. Boisterous and commanding. Played by a male in drag, plus size actors preferred.
Gender: male | Age: 30 to 60 | Vocal range top: G5 | Vocal range bottom: F3
 
Penny Pingleton – Tracy’s best friend and dorky sidekick. Not the brightest girl, but she has good intentions. Bursting to get free of her mother’s dominating control, she falls for Seaweed with childlike curiosity.
Gender: female | Age: High school age onstage |Vocal range top: G5 | Vocal range bottom: A3
 
Velma Von Tussle – Amber’s mother and the director of Corny Collin’s show. She is a devious taskmaster and snobby racist. The former Miss Baltimore Crabs will go to any length to ensure her daughter is the next big thing.
Gender: female | Age: 40 to 55 | Vocal range top: E5 | Vocal range bottom: G3
 
Amber Von Tussle – Link’s girlfriend and Tracy’s nemesis. She is shallow, snobby, and racist. Can’t dance but is expected to win Miss Baltimore Hairspray. Always feels the need to be the center of attention.
Gender: female | Age: High school age onstage | Vocal range top: F5 | Vocal range bottom: A3
 
Link Larkin – The star heartthrob on Corny Collins’ show. He is extremely charming and talented. Hoping to get his big break with a recording contract, he unexpectedly falls for Tracy.
Gender: male | Age: High school age onstage | Vocal range top: A5 | Vocal range bottom: G3
 
Seaweed J. Stubbs – Tracy’s classmate and friend, who is discriminated against due to his skin color. He is cocky but surprisingly lovable. Talented in song and dance. He falls for Penny. This role is played by a black actor.
Gender: male | Age: High school age onstage | Vocal range top: D5 | Vocal range bottom: F3
 
Little Inez – Seaweed’s little sister. Outspoken, spunky, & a talented dance. This role is played by a black actress.
Gender: female | Age: 10-15
 
Wilbur Turnblad – Tracy’s simpleminded and kind father. He owns a joke shop and supports his daughter in spite of everything else.
Gender: male | Age: 40 to 65 | Vocal range top: A5 | Vocal range bottom: A3
 
Authority Figures – Will play multiple adult roles including Prudy, Gym Teacher, Matron, Mr. Pinky, Spritzer, Principal, Prison Guard. Seeking two very physical, comedic actors.
Gender: Male/Female presenting | Age: 30 to 50 | Vocal range top: B4 | Vocal range bottom: D4
 
Ensemble – Corny Collins’ Kids, Students, Dynamites, Motormouths Kids, Protestors, etc. Strong singers and dancers.
Gender: Any | Age: High school age onstage | Race: Black/White