Join P&HCC PRODUCTIONS for ‘THE WIZARD OF OZ’ auditions!

Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide. This production in partnership with the Ray Hollingsworth Dance & Arts Studio. 

Artistic Director: Devin Pendleton
Director/Costumer: Justin Hall
Music Director: Amber Koloda 
Choreographer: Jane Leizer & Mandy Gordon 
Stage Manager: Morgan Young
Assistant: Justin Kline & Anna Locklear 

>> AUDITION DATES

THURSDAY, MAY 9 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | By Appointment | Stone Hall 103

On Thursday, we encourage actors 18yr+ ONLY interested in the roles of: TOTO, SCARECROW, TINMAN, LION, GLINDA, WICKED WITCH and/or THE WIZARD, to sign-up for an audition time. We will try to accommodate any walk-ins before the last scheduled audition. We will also welcome ALL ROLES for Open-Call auditions on Saturday, May 11. 

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SATURDAY, MAY 11 | 1:30-3:30 p.m. | Open-Call | Walker Theatre

Actors ages 16yr+ are invited to audition between 1:30-3:30 p.m. and will audition in the order they arrive.

>> AUDITION REQUIREMENT
Actors must be 16yr+ to audition. No experience necessary. All roles are volunteer.

Please prepare 32-bars (roughly 1 verse, 1 chorus) of song in the style of Musical Theatre a cappella - that best showcases your range and ability. An accompanist will not be provided. Additionally, our Staff may ask you to cold read for 1-2 characters from the script. Cold readings from sides will be provided during the audition.

>> CALLBACKS

SATURDAY, MAY 11 | 3:30-5:00 p.m. | By Invitation
Actors who are invited to Callbacks will be given material during their audition. Not getting a Callback does NOT mean you aren’t being considered for a role.

>> REHEARSALS
Beginning Tuesday, May 28, we will rehearse Monday thru Thursday from 5:30-8:30 p.m., and 3 Saturday rehearsals from 1:00-4:00 p.m. Total of thirty (30) rehearsals. Please list any conflicts on your audition form. We are unable to accept conflicts effective Jul. 17-Aug. 5 

>> SHOW DATES
Jul. 25-27 & Aug. 1-3 @ 7:00 p.m.
Jul. 27 & Aug. 4 @ 2:00 p.m.
P&HCC Night! | Wednesday, Jul. 31 @ 6:00 p.m.

>> QUESTIONS?
For questions, email dpendleton@patrickhenry.edu

>> CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
Note: We are ONLY seeking the below roles for 'THE WIZARD OF OZ' auditions.

TOTO
Dorothy’s faithful canine companion. This role will be played by an onstage actor/puppeteer. Must be incredibly expressive in their face as well as their movement as it coordinates with the canine puppet.   Must be comfortable with spending a lot of time on stage in crouched or kneeling positions. Dance/ Puppet experience is a bonus. Non- Singing Role

HUNK / SCARECROW
Plucky and clever in a pinch, even while lacking a brain. Strong actor with an honest quality. Excellent dancer – acrobatic skills a bonus ( cartwheels/ flips/ splits.) This role requires a costume involving straw/ artificial hay, so the actor must not be allergic to such materials. Must be comfortable with quick costume changes. Vocal Range: Strong tenor/baritone to an F

HICKORY / TIN MAN
Desperate for a heart. A kind-hearted romantic. Singing and dance required. This role requires a costume that is very restrictive and rigid, and possibly will involve extensive makeup.  Must be comfortable with quick costume changes. Vocal Range: Strong baritone / tenor to G.

ZEKE / COWARDLY LION
A mix of “wise-guy”  bravado and cowardice. Should move well. Cuddly actor with excellent comedic timing. The role requires a possibly heavy costume made of synthetic furs, velvet materials, and extensive makeup. Must be comfortable with quick wig and costume changes. Vocal range: Strong baritone to F.

ALMIRA GULTCH / WICKED WITCH OF THE WEST
Character villain with an over-the-top stage presence. Excellent comedic actress with a killer cackle. The Witch sings comically but doesn’t necessarily have to sound good. The role of The Witch requires extensive (green) make up to be worn on the face, neck, and possibly the hands. This role requires an element of flight, so this actor must not be afraid of heights.

GLINDA
Glinda is the Good Witch of the North. Benevolent and beloved, this actress must be comfortable working alongside a multitude of munchkin children. Strong singer with a regal and pleasant demeanor. This actress must be comfortable with wearing a large heavy ball gown. This role also requires an element of flight, so the actress must not be afraid of heights. Vocal Range: Soprano/ Mezzo Soprano

PROFESSOR MARVEL / THE WIZARD
Traveling salesman with eccentric flair who lives by telling fortunes; a con-man but with a good heart. The Wizard must have a strong commanding voice. Also a con-man with a good heart. Basic conjuring or sleight of hand a bonus. Non-Singing.

ADDITIONAL ROLES
UNCLE HENRY 
AUNT EM
GATE GUARD
CROWS
TREES
EMERALD CITY OZIANS
WINKIE GUARDS
FLYING MONKEYS

>> INCLUSIVE CASTING
The creative team is committed to casting practices that advance diversity and inclusion. All ethnicities, genders, and abilities will be considered for every role. Additionally, the genders listed in the breakdown below are specific to the pronouns used in the script, however the creative team may consider any gender identity for roles provided the performer can execute the vocal requirements.

>> PREVIEW THE SHOW

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At P&HCC, we firmly believe in non-traditional casting, and encourage all who are interested to audition. Once a Patriot Player, ALWAYS a Patriot Player!

- Artistic Director, Devin Pendleton