Auditions will consist of a prepared musical theater song of at least 16 bars and a simple dance/movement combination. Bring printed sheet music and wear confortable clothes to move in. If you don't have a song prepared, we'll ask you to sing Happy Birthday. If you don't think you can dance or move easily, we'll make it easy for you.
Seymour Krelborn - Male, age 25, an insecure 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.
Tenor - Vocal range - top G4, bottom A2
Audrey - Female, age 25, bleached-blond, secret love of Seymour's life. She has poor self-worth and education, but incredibly good looks and a sweet and vulnerable demeanor.
Mezzo-Soprano - Vocal range - top D5, G3
Mr. Mushnik - Male, age 55, the seasoned owner of the failing East Side flower shop and Seymour's nosy boss. He is profit-driven, greedy, and manipulative.
Baritone - Vocal range - top F4, G2
Orin Scrivello - Male, age 30, an egotistical dentist with a passion for leather and sadistic tendencies. Audrey's abusive boyfriend, who is targeted by Seymour.
Baritone - Vocal range top G4, bottom G2
Audrey II (the plant) - 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 - Male, an actor/vocalist located offstage. The voice is that of a conniving, street-smart 'villain.' A funky Rhythm and Blues voice is best.
Baritone - Vocal range top G4, bottom G2
Crystal, Ronnette, and Chiffon - Female, age 25, 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.
Mezzo-Sporano - Vocal range top F5, bottom Ab3
CBC is committed to an inclusive environment and casting will reflect this committment.
Rehearsals are typically from 4pm-6:30pm, tech and dress rehearsals may run longer
