The Picture of Dorian Gray
adapted by Robert Kauzlaric
from the novel by Oscar Wilde
Directed by Gianna Afflerbaugh
Saturday, July 19, 2 PM
Monday, July 21, 6 PM
Performance dates
October 17 - 19, 24 - 26
9 to 16 actors needed. Ages 16 and up, please.
Auditions will consist of reads from the script; sides are available here.
Please come to auditions prepared to list any conflicts between late July and late October. Tech week (October 12 - 16) is mandatory.
Originally a novel by Oscar Wilde, The Picture of Dorian Gray is a story of vanity, unrequited love, and the corruptive influence of hedonism. This adaptation by Robert Kauzlaric views Dorian’s story through the eyes of those most profoundly affected by him.
After Basil Hallward immortalizes Dorian’s beauty on canvas, Dorian wishes to remain eternally youthful while the portrait ages instead - the result of a Faustian bargain. Through the manipulative guidance of Lord Henry Wotton, Dorian destroys everyone he touches with his ruthless pursuit of pleasure, while Basil’s portrait of Dorian reflects the consequences of his vices.
Note: This show contains graphic depictions of suicide and murder, along with a brief mention of sexual assault. Themes of prostitution and drug use are explored.
Queer themes are present throughout. Anyone uncomfortable depicting gay relationships is encouraged not to audition for Dorian Gray, Basil Hallward, or Alan Campbell.
Character Descriptions
*Two different actors represent this character.
British accents are encouraged for cold reads.
Dorian Gray -a physically beautiful young man, naive and good-hearted until corrupted by vanity.
*Lord Henry Wotton (Elder + Younger) - a champion of sensual pleasure, notorious among London's high society for his dazzling conversation and brazenly immoral views. He values beauty above all else and is chiefly responsible for Dorian's corruption.
*Basil Hallward (Elder + Younger) - a painter who meets Dorian at a party and is fascinated by the young man’s beauty.
*Alan Campbell (Elder + Younger) - a talented chemist and musician who is close to Dorian until their relationship comes to a bitter end due to Dorian's increasingly erratic behavior.
*James Vane (Elder + Younger) - Sibyl's younger, fiercely protective brother, who leaves England to become a sailor. He is suspicious of his sister's lover and swears to hunt the man down if he causes her any harm.
Sybil Vane - a beautiful young Shakespearean actress and Dorian's bride-to-be.
Parker - Basil Hallward’s servant.
Lord Fermor - an idle, impatient aristocrat, a portrait of a typical self-centered, elderly aristocrat whose money allows him to devote his life to purely fanciful and superficial endeavors.
Victor - Dorian's faithful first servant, of whom he is unnecessarily suspicious.
Francis - Dorian’s second and last servant.
Mary - an opium addict.
Sir Geoffrey Clouston - a London socialite.
Assorted Londoners - party guests, society members, opium addicts, hunters, etc. (non-speaking)
Auditions for
Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber
Lyrics by Tim Rice
Directed by Karen Wainright
Music Director: Jonathon Duke
Choreography: Katy Majors
Audition dates:
Saturday, August 9, 2 PM
Monday, August 11, 6 PM
Callbacks (if necessary), Tuesday, August 12, 6 PM
Performance dates:
November 14 - 16, 21 - 23
20+ adult singers/actors needed; ideally 10 men or more, and many women. Ages 11 and up for the children's chorus.
Please prepare 60 to 90 seconds of a song in the style of the show. If you are interested in the role of Pharaoh, please also prepare a second song in the style of Elvis Presley. Please bring digital accompaniment; a speaker will be provided.
Please wear appropriate shoes and clothing for a short dance audition.
Please come to auditions prepared to list any conflicts between mid-August and November. Tech week (November 9 - 13) is mandatory.
Preregister for auditions here!
More about the show here.
Character breakdown:
JOSEPH: Male, Tenor – Eleventh and favorite son of Jacob. Confident and charming. Vocally strong.
NARRATOR(S): Male or Female, Tenor or Soprano – The audience’s guide through the story. The narrator tells Joseph’s story with words and song. Can command the stage while directing focus to story elements. Strong singer with great energy.
PHARAOH: Male or Female, Baritone or Mezzo – Egypt’s ruler, considered a god on earth. Searching for the meaning behind his/her dreams. Portrayed as a world-famous rock star. Full of energy and confidence. May also be cast as a member of the greater ensemble.
POTIPHAR: Male, Baritone – Rich, self-indulgent, and sophisticated Egyptian capitalist. Makes Joseph the leader of his household. Strong character actor with a powerful speaking voice. May also be cast as a member of the greater ensemble.
MRS. POTIPHAR: Female, Alto – Indulgent and confident in her pursuit of what she wants, which at this time happens to be Joseph. May also be cast as a member of the greater ensemble.
JACOB: Male, Baritone – Aged father of Joseph and his 11 brothers. Strong character actor who can sing and move well.
BUTLER: Male or Female, Tenor or Mezzo – Pharaoh’s right hand. While in jail, Joseph interprets the Butler’s dreams to a positive outcome. May also be cast as a member of the greater ensemble.
BAKER: Male or Female, Tenor or Mezzo – Head of Pharaoh’s kitchen. While in jail, Joseph interprets the Baker’s dreams to a less-than-positive outcome. May also be cast as a member of the greater ensemble.
JOSEPH’S BROTHERS: Male, Various Ranges – Jealous of Joseph being their father’s favorite son. Skilled dancers and singers. Will also double as general ensemble in some scenes.
WIVES: Female, Various Ranges – The 11 wives of Joseph’s 11 brothers. Skilled dancers and singers. Will also double as general ensemble in some scenes.
ENSEMBLE: Male and Female, Various Ranges – Actors, singers, and dancers serving as Ishmaelites, Egyptians, Canaanites, and other characters within Joseph’s story. Includes children’s chorus.
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