Chicago
October 7 - 22, 2022
Co-Directors: Lynette White, Chris White
Musical Director: Malcom Huddle
Choreographer: Lynette White
Audition Bookings Open Friday June 3rd at 9am
CLOC Musical Theatre promotes an inclusive environment and welcomes all ethnicities, sizes, age ranges and genders to audition for its productions.
Please ensure you have read the Covid Safe Guidelines for Auditions below
AUDITION DATES:
Vocal: Saturday June 18th /Sunday June 19th 2022
Dance: Monday June 20th (evening)
Call Backs: Wednesday June 22nd (evening)
Chicago puts the roar into the roaring 20’s –a lawless era of frenetic chaos and improbable drama. As the metaphor goes, this phenomenon presents like a three- ring circus; somewhat wild, engrossing as well as entertaining.
Our production brings together an atmosphere of desperation, crime committed through infidelity and corruption, and a desire to prosper in a world where things were not always what they appeared to be. It is diverse, original and innovative – full of dance, popular musical style, compelling characters and a visionary guise.
You will be able to hear the roar; feel the heat and smell the sweat through the 1920’s greasepaint. So, come along and audition to be part of this exciting production of CHICAGO.
CLOC Musical Theatre promotes an inclusive environment and welcomes all ethnicities, sizes, age ranges and genders to audition for its productions.
Please ensure you have read the Covid Safe Guidelines for Auditions below
AUDITION DATES:
Vocal: Saturday June 18th /Sunday June 19th 2022
Dance: Monday June 20th (evening)
Call Backs: Wednesday June 22nd (evening)
Chicago puts the roar into the roaring 20’s –a lawless era of frenetic chaos and improbable drama. As the metaphor goes, this phenomenon presents like a three- ring circus; somewhat wild, engrossing as well as entertaining.
Our production brings together an atmosphere of desperation, crime committed through infidelity and corruption, and a desire to prosper in a world where things were not always what they appeared to be. It is diverse, original and innovative – full of dance, popular musical style, compelling characters and a visionary guise.
You will be able to hear the roar; feel the heat and smell the sweat through the 1920’s greasepaint. So, come along and audition to be part of this exciting production of CHICAGO.
AUDITION DETAILS
Booking Your Audition
For the audition itself:
After the initial audition:
Other important info:
KEY DATES
* Costume Measure: Saturday June 25, 2pm – 5pm (unless you were measured at the Call Backs)
* First Rehearsal: Sunday July 3, 1pm (full company)
* Costume Try Ons: Sunday July 31 (9:30am - 12:30pm) and Saturday Sep 3, (10am - 5pm)
* Photo Shoot: Sunday August 14, 9.30am - 1.00pm
* Rehearsal Weekends:
Saturday July 30 and Sunday July 31 (all day)
Saturday August 27 and Sunday August 28 (all day)
Saturday September 17 and Sunday September 18 (all day)
* Final CLOCworks run: Monday September 26, 7:30pm - 10:30pm
* Costume Call Tuesday September 27, 7.30pm – 10.30pm
* Sitzprobe with band: Thursday September 29, 7.30pm – 10.30pm
* Bump-In: Sunday October 2 (all day)
* Bump-Out: Saturday October 22 (immediately following the final performance)
- All participants in Chicago require a current working with children check.
- All auditionees will need to be fully vaccinated (ie two doses) or show evidence of a valid medical exemption on arrival.
- If you are already cast in a production with another company during the same time period, out of respect for other companies, we will not be able to give you an audition time.
Booking Your Audition
- You are required to complete an online audition form (available on this page from Friday June 3rd) in order to secure your audition spot. The Audition Co-ordinator will then contact you to book an audition time.
- For audition queries please call 1300 362 547 from June 3rd or email auditions@cloc.org.au.
- Please be prepared with a photo of yourself to upload as well as your performance resume and your availabilities.
For the audition itself:
- Arrive early enough to complete paperwork and talk through your song with the pianist.
- Prepare one song in the style of the show but not from the show. Bring sheet music in a folder in the key in which you wish to sing (no taped music or requests to transpose).
- You do not need to prepare any dialogue – you may be asked to read an extract of dialogue from the show.
- A photo of you will be taken at the audition for reference purposes only.
After the initial audition:
- Be available for the Dance Audition on Monday June 20th (evening). You will be notified on the evening of Sunday June 19th by SMS if you are required to attend the Dance Audition and at what time. At the Dance Audition, please wear dancewear and bring character/jazz shoes.
- Be available for Call Backs on Wednesday June 22nd (evening). You will be advised on Monday night (after the Dance Audition) if you are required for Call Backs and at what time. You will be emailed music/dialogue to learn and will be expected to present at performance standard at the Call Backs.
- Final casting will take place on Wednesday night after the Call Backs, and all auditionees who have attended the Call Backs will be called. Everyone who auditions will receive either a phone call or an email on Thursday June 23rd.
Other important info:
- Please note that casting is not absolutely final until after the Call Backs.
- Minimum age for auditionees: Adults: 18 plus at the time of first rehearsal (July 3rd 2022).
- Auditions may be videoed for reference but after auditions these will be deleted once casting has been completed.
- Rehearsals are on Sunday afternoon (1pm-5pm), Monday and Wednesday evenings (7.30pm‐10.30pm).
KEY DATES
* Costume Measure: Saturday June 25, 2pm – 5pm (unless you were measured at the Call Backs)
* First Rehearsal: Sunday July 3, 1pm (full company)
* Costume Try Ons: Sunday July 31 (9:30am - 12:30pm) and Saturday Sep 3, (10am - 5pm)
* Photo Shoot: Sunday August 14, 9.30am - 1.00pm
* Rehearsal Weekends:
Saturday July 30 and Sunday July 31 (all day)
Saturday August 27 and Sunday August 28 (all day)
Saturday September 17 and Sunday September 18 (all day)
* Final CLOCworks run: Monday September 26, 7:30pm - 10:30pm
* Costume Call Tuesday September 27, 7.30pm – 10.30pm
* Sitzprobe with band: Thursday September 29, 7.30pm – 10.30pm
* Bump-In: Sunday October 2 (all day)
* Bump-Out: Saturday October 22 (immediately following the final performance)
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
Roxie Hart – Female. Vocal Part: Alto/Mezzo, F3-B4 Playing age 25 - 40
An innocent with the ability to murder; sexy; funny; actress should be a strong dancer with a big, first-rate Broadway belt voice. Roxie is not very bright and never thinks about the consequences of her actions before she says or does things. Every move is selfish, every idea foolish and ill-considered, and yet she remains strangely sympathetic because we know her selfishness is not malicious; but childish.
Velma Kelly – Female. Vocal Part: Alto/Mezzo, E3-D5 Playing age 25 - 45
Sarcastic, sexy, tough, funny. Velma is a former vaudeville performer who often breaks the fourth wall and addresses the audience directly to explain certain events within the show. She killed her husband and her sister after finding them together. Used to being the "headliner" she learns to hold her tongue and make nice to save her vaudeville career. Needs to be a strong actress, singer and dancer.
Billy Flynn – Male. Vocal Part: High Baritone, Bb2-G4 Playing age 30 - 55
Billy is an educated lawyer and in the past may have been sexy, persuasive and masculine. Billy is manipulative in order to make celebrities of his clients. Both Velma and Roxie hire Flynn to represent their cases and use him as their claim to fame. Billy will take any case as long as it is sure to put money in his pocket. Billy is a lot like a Hollywood Agent – he is now a downtrodden sleazy ‘has-been,” and not as influential as he would like to think. Should be a strong singer and move well.
Matron “Mama” Morton – Female. Vocal Part: Alto, F#3-Bb4 Playing age 30 - 55
The tough, sassy warden of the Cook County Jail, “Mama” treats the inmates under her watch like family and would do anything for them – so long as she gets something else in return. The total essence of corruption. A tough, funny and powerful actress with a strong belt voice.
Amos Hart – Male. Vocal Part: Baritone, C3-F#4 Playing age 25 - 45
Charming, funny, vulnerable, timid man. Amos is an average guy, not very good looking, not very smart. Manipulated easily, Amos is the only character in Chicago whose motives are entirely pure, never selfish and he's the only character who really loses ultimately. Strong character actor who can sing well.
Mary Sunshine – Male. Vocal Part: Soprano, Bb3-Bb5 (Falsetto) Playing age 25 - 50
A sappy, soppy tabloid columnist who relies more on emotion than thought when it comes to writing her stories, Mary Sunshine is a person who believes that no matter what horrible atrocities a person has committed, somehow there must be a little bit of good in them. This character is sometimes played by a person in drag. - Falsetto. Actor needs to be a good comedian and a great legit singer.
Emcee 1 & Emcee 2 (Masters of Ceremonies) – Gender non-specific Any age
Unique characters that appear throughout the show to introduce the various “acts” and “stages”. Existing outside the events of the play, the Emcees are onstage for almost the entire show – they appear everywhere and speak to the audience directly and often provide insight into the characters or situations. Must have a strong speaking ability and be able to command a strong stage presence. Will also double-up in ensemble work – should be strong dancers.
* indicates playing more than one role
* Fred Casely – Male.
Roxie’s boyfriend at the beginning of the show, Fred Casely sleeps with, and is promptly murdered by Roxie after he walks out on her. Appears in flashbacks re-enacting the incident.
* Sergeant Fogarty – Male.
A police sergeant who investigates the murder of Fred Casely and interrogates Amos.
* Harry – Male.
Boyfriend of “Go-to-Hell” Kitty. He is murdered by Kitty after she catches him sleeping with two other girls.
* Aaron – Male.
Hunyak’s lawyer. Impatient, he is fed up with his client’s inability to speak English.
* Liz – Female. Vocal Part A3-C#5 Playing age 20 – 45
One of the “merry murderesses” of Cook County Jail. Shoots her husband with a shotgun because he popped his gum too loudly. Should be strong dancer
* Annie – Female. Vocal Part A3-C#5 Playing age 20 – 45
One of the “merry murderesses” of Cook County Jail. Found out her boyfriend had married several wives behind her back and poisoned him with arsenic. Should be strong dancer
* June – Female. Vocal Part A3-C#5 Playing age 20 – 45
One of the “merry murderesses” of Cook County Jail. Stabbed her husband with a carving knife after he accused her of cheating on him. Should be strong dancer
* Hunyak – Female. Playing age 20 – 45
One of the “merry murderesses” of Cook County Jail. Accused of chopping off her husband’s head, Hunyak, unlike her fellow inmates, is actually innocent. Needs to speak Hungarian. Should be strong dancer.
* Mona – Female. Vocal Part A3-C#5 Playing age 20 – 45
One of the “merry murderesses” of Cook County Jail. Kills her boyfriend after finding out he was sleeping around. Should be strong dancer
* Go-To-Hell Kitty – Female. Playing age 20-45
A wealthy woman who inherited her parents’ money, Kitty kills her boyfriend, Harry, in her apartment after finding him sleeping with two other girls. Going crazy after the murder, she becomes quite vicious and uses the oft repeated phrase “go to hell” to those addressing her. Her story takes the attention of the press off of Roxie temporarily.
* Martin Harrison – Male.
Chicago’s District Attorney. Present at Roxie’s trial.
* Court Clerk – Male.
A mild mannered court clerk. Poor courtroom conduct. Present at Roxie’s trial.
* The Judge – Male.
His Honour. Present at Roxie’s trial.
ENSEMBLE / CHORUS (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass) Any age
We need both male and female ensemble members and are looking for strong dancers and singers (circus/trickster skills would be well-received). We will be casting a high standard vocal/dance ensemble who need to be equally adept at both. Interesting and quirky characters are being developed for this production. You will all experience a fabulous chaos-filled time; high activity and crazy times.
Roxie Hart – Female. Vocal Part: Alto/Mezzo, F3-B4 Playing age 25 - 40
An innocent with the ability to murder; sexy; funny; actress should be a strong dancer with a big, first-rate Broadway belt voice. Roxie is not very bright and never thinks about the consequences of her actions before she says or does things. Every move is selfish, every idea foolish and ill-considered, and yet she remains strangely sympathetic because we know her selfishness is not malicious; but childish.
Velma Kelly – Female. Vocal Part: Alto/Mezzo, E3-D5 Playing age 25 - 45
Sarcastic, sexy, tough, funny. Velma is a former vaudeville performer who often breaks the fourth wall and addresses the audience directly to explain certain events within the show. She killed her husband and her sister after finding them together. Used to being the "headliner" she learns to hold her tongue and make nice to save her vaudeville career. Needs to be a strong actress, singer and dancer.
Billy Flynn – Male. Vocal Part: High Baritone, Bb2-G4 Playing age 30 - 55
Billy is an educated lawyer and in the past may have been sexy, persuasive and masculine. Billy is manipulative in order to make celebrities of his clients. Both Velma and Roxie hire Flynn to represent their cases and use him as their claim to fame. Billy will take any case as long as it is sure to put money in his pocket. Billy is a lot like a Hollywood Agent – he is now a downtrodden sleazy ‘has-been,” and not as influential as he would like to think. Should be a strong singer and move well.
Matron “Mama” Morton – Female. Vocal Part: Alto, F#3-Bb4 Playing age 30 - 55
The tough, sassy warden of the Cook County Jail, “Mama” treats the inmates under her watch like family and would do anything for them – so long as she gets something else in return. The total essence of corruption. A tough, funny and powerful actress with a strong belt voice.
Amos Hart – Male. Vocal Part: Baritone, C3-F#4 Playing age 25 - 45
Charming, funny, vulnerable, timid man. Amos is an average guy, not very good looking, not very smart. Manipulated easily, Amos is the only character in Chicago whose motives are entirely pure, never selfish and he's the only character who really loses ultimately. Strong character actor who can sing well.
Mary Sunshine – Male. Vocal Part: Soprano, Bb3-Bb5 (Falsetto) Playing age 25 - 50
A sappy, soppy tabloid columnist who relies more on emotion than thought when it comes to writing her stories, Mary Sunshine is a person who believes that no matter what horrible atrocities a person has committed, somehow there must be a little bit of good in them. This character is sometimes played by a person in drag. - Falsetto. Actor needs to be a good comedian and a great legit singer.
Emcee 1 & Emcee 2 (Masters of Ceremonies) – Gender non-specific Any age
Unique characters that appear throughout the show to introduce the various “acts” and “stages”. Existing outside the events of the play, the Emcees are onstage for almost the entire show – they appear everywhere and speak to the audience directly and often provide insight into the characters or situations. Must have a strong speaking ability and be able to command a strong stage presence. Will also double-up in ensemble work – should be strong dancers.
* indicates playing more than one role
* Fred Casely – Male.
Roxie’s boyfriend at the beginning of the show, Fred Casely sleeps with, and is promptly murdered by Roxie after he walks out on her. Appears in flashbacks re-enacting the incident.
* Sergeant Fogarty – Male.
A police sergeant who investigates the murder of Fred Casely and interrogates Amos.
* Harry – Male.
Boyfriend of “Go-to-Hell” Kitty. He is murdered by Kitty after she catches him sleeping with two other girls.
* Aaron – Male.
Hunyak’s lawyer. Impatient, he is fed up with his client’s inability to speak English.
* Liz – Female. Vocal Part A3-C#5 Playing age 20 – 45
One of the “merry murderesses” of Cook County Jail. Shoots her husband with a shotgun because he popped his gum too loudly. Should be strong dancer
* Annie – Female. Vocal Part A3-C#5 Playing age 20 – 45
One of the “merry murderesses” of Cook County Jail. Found out her boyfriend had married several wives behind her back and poisoned him with arsenic. Should be strong dancer
* June – Female. Vocal Part A3-C#5 Playing age 20 – 45
One of the “merry murderesses” of Cook County Jail. Stabbed her husband with a carving knife after he accused her of cheating on him. Should be strong dancer
* Hunyak – Female. Playing age 20 – 45
One of the “merry murderesses” of Cook County Jail. Accused of chopping off her husband’s head, Hunyak, unlike her fellow inmates, is actually innocent. Needs to speak Hungarian. Should be strong dancer.
* Mona – Female. Vocal Part A3-C#5 Playing age 20 – 45
One of the “merry murderesses” of Cook County Jail. Kills her boyfriend after finding out he was sleeping around. Should be strong dancer
* Go-To-Hell Kitty – Female. Playing age 20-45
A wealthy woman who inherited her parents’ money, Kitty kills her boyfriend, Harry, in her apartment after finding him sleeping with two other girls. Going crazy after the murder, she becomes quite vicious and uses the oft repeated phrase “go to hell” to those addressing her. Her story takes the attention of the press off of Roxie temporarily.
* Martin Harrison – Male.
Chicago’s District Attorney. Present at Roxie’s trial.
* Court Clerk – Male.
A mild mannered court clerk. Poor courtroom conduct. Present at Roxie’s trial.
* The Judge – Male.
His Honour. Present at Roxie’s trial.
ENSEMBLE / CHORUS (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass) Any age
We need both male and female ensemble members and are looking for strong dancers and singers (circus/trickster skills would be well-received). We will be casting a high standard vocal/dance ensemble who need to be equally adept at both. Interesting and quirky characters are being developed for this production. You will all experience a fabulous chaos-filled time; high activity and crazy times.
CLOC Musical Theatre promotes an inclusive environment and welcomes all ethnicities, sizes, age ranges and genders to audition for its productions.
AUDITION VENUE: CLOC Rehearsal Venue
32 Dane Road, Moorabbin VIC
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32 Dane Road, Moorabbin VIC
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COVID SAFE Guidelines for Chicago Auditions:
Symptoms - if on the day of your audition, you feel unwell or have any COVID symptoms (chills, sore throat, runny nose, cough, shortness of breath or loss of sense of smell) – take a Rapid Antigen Test then inform the Audition Co-ordinator, Karen Greenwood whether the results are positive or negative. If you do not, you may be excluded if you arrive at auditions with symptoms.
Exposure – If you are a close contact of someone with COVID (you have spent four hours with a person who has been diagnosed with COVID in the last seven days or you have had contact with someone who has COVID that you believe may result in you contracting COVID) then inform the Audition Co-ordinator Karen Greenwood for further instructions (1300 362 547).
Vaccination Status – on arrival, you will need to show evidence that you are fully vaccinated (2 doses) or have a valid medical exemption or you may be excluded from auditions.
Face Masks - You must bring a face mask to your audition and wear it if requested. Wearing a face mask is strongly recommended in the Reception Room.
Sanitise – you should sanitise your hands, freely and often. Sanitiser will be available in the Reception Room.
Social Distancing – maintain social distancing as much as possible and avoid communal sharing. Bring your own water bottle.
Density Limits - If there is overcrowding in the Reception Room, you may be asked to wait outside or in the car. Please do not bring an accompanying person into the Reception Room. When waiting for your audition in the Reception Room,
please make every effort to be socially distanced.
Toilets – please access the toilets only when permitted by the Audition Staff. Wash hands thoroughly and use paper towel provided.
Ventilation - Please make sure you have warm outer wear as there may be increased ventilation in the venue.
Please take all your personal belongings into the audition room with you. After your audition, please leave the building promptly via the double doors on your left.
Symptoms - if on the day of your audition, you feel unwell or have any COVID symptoms (chills, sore throat, runny nose, cough, shortness of breath or loss of sense of smell) – take a Rapid Antigen Test then inform the Audition Co-ordinator, Karen Greenwood whether the results are positive or negative. If you do not, you may be excluded if you arrive at auditions with symptoms.
Exposure – If you are a close contact of someone with COVID (you have spent four hours with a person who has been diagnosed with COVID in the last seven days or you have had contact with someone who has COVID that you believe may result in you contracting COVID) then inform the Audition Co-ordinator Karen Greenwood for further instructions (1300 362 547).
Vaccination Status – on arrival, you will need to show evidence that you are fully vaccinated (2 doses) or have a valid medical exemption or you may be excluded from auditions.
Face Masks - You must bring a face mask to your audition and wear it if requested. Wearing a face mask is strongly recommended in the Reception Room.
Sanitise – you should sanitise your hands, freely and often. Sanitiser will be available in the Reception Room.
Social Distancing – maintain social distancing as much as possible and avoid communal sharing. Bring your own water bottle.
Density Limits - If there is overcrowding in the Reception Room, you may be asked to wait outside or in the car. Please do not bring an accompanying person into the Reception Room. When waiting for your audition in the Reception Room,
please make every effort to be socially distanced.
Toilets – please access the toilets only when permitted by the Audition Staff. Wash hands thoroughly and use paper towel provided.
Ventilation - Please make sure you have warm outer wear as there may be increased ventilation in the venue.
Please take all your personal belongings into the audition room with you. After your audition, please leave the building promptly via the double doors on your left.
CLOC Musical Theatre presents
CHICAGO
October 7 - 22, 2022
Book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse
Music by John Kander
Lyrics by Fred Ebb
Based on the play Chicago by Maurine Dallas Watkins / Script adaptation by David Thompson
BY ARRANGEMENT WITH ORiGiN™ THEATRICAL ON BEHALF OF SAMUEL FRENCH LTD., A CONCORD THEATRICALS COMPANY
www.origintheatrical.com.au
