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 Posted: Sun Sep 30, 2007 8:09 am Post subject: A:AMS Auditions - October 16-17 |
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http://corporate.disney.go.com/auditions/disneyland/schedules/schedule_shows.html
Auditions for next year's run of Aladdin: A Musical Spectacular are being held next month:
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Disney's Aladdin - A Musical Spectacular
Disney Entertainment Productions is holding an Open Call in Los Angeles for Singers and Actors to perform in our Broadway-caliber, theatrical production of Disney's Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular. Originally directed by world-renowned, award-winning director Francesca Zambello and choreographed by acclaimed Broadway choreographer Lynne Taylor-Corbett, this show is performed in the state-of-the-art, indoor, 2000-seat Hyperion Theater at Disney's California Adventure® park. We are seeking performers with a strong ethnic look. Contract runs November 2007-September 2008. Rehearsals begin November 11, performances begin December 15.
Role(s)
Aladdin: (18-22, 5'7"-5'11") baritone/tenor with a youthful sound; great charisma, good physique; good looking guy filled with teenage charm and appeal; clever; survives on the streets of Agrabah
Jasmine: (18-22, 5'2"-5'6") soprano with a strong mix, classic Disney princess sound; beautiful, exotic; independent and feisty; desperately longs to experience life beyond the castle walls
Genie: (26-40s) must be able to carry a tune; great celebrity impressionist; quickly transforms from character to character; charismatic and full of energy; genuinely pained by his lack of freedom; especially seeking actors with extensive improv and/or standup comedy background
Jafar: (35-55, 6'0"+) bass/baritone, deep rich voice; great classical actor, commanding, menacing presence; the ultimate Disney villain; lusts for power; desires Jasmine; classical training, opera, and/or operetta background a plus
Sultan/Narrator: (50+, performs both roles) Baritone/tenor; great actor; Narrator has a mysterious and engaging presence, must connect well with an audience; Sultan is a kind and benevolent man with great love for his daughter, Jasmine
Iago: (26-40s) Great character actor with strong comedic timing; classic wise-cracking, fowl-feathered, annoying sidekick to Jafar, always has something to say; puppetry skills preferred
Chorus Singers: (male/female) Strong contemporary musical theatre vocal technique; must have strong acting and movement skills; may understudy Principal/Featured roles
Requirements:
• Performers must be at least 18 years of age
• Prepare 16 bars of a contemporary musical theatre selection showing vocal versatility and range; you may sing from the show; bring sheet music in your key, an accompanist will be provided
• Iago candidates will be given sides at sign-in
• Be prepared for a possible movement evaluation
• Bring a current headshot and resume
Entertainers for this show are covered under the terms and conditions of a collective bargaining agreement with the American Guild of Variety Artists (AGVA). If you are not a current member of AGVA, you will be required to join the union.
Date: October 16, 2007
Time: 10:00 am
(sign-in begins at 9:30 am)
Callbacks will be held October 18 or 19
Location: Debbie Reynold's Studios
6514 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91601 |
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Disney's Aladdin - A Musical Spectacular
Disney Entertainment Productions is holding an Open Call in Los Angeles for Dancers to perform in our Broadway-caliber, theatrical production of Disney's Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular. Originally directed by world-renowned, award-winning director Francesca Zambello and choreographed by acclaimed Broadway choreographer Lynne Taylor-Corbett, this show is performed in the state-of-the-art, indoor, 2000-seat Hyperion Theater at Disney's California Adventure® park. We are seeking performers with a strong ethnic look. Contract runs November 2007-September 2008. Rehearsals begin November 11, performances begin December 15.
Role(s)
Magic Carpet (female) Principal/Featured role; strong dancer; 4'9"-5'3"; Genie's sidekick, enthusiastic and endearing, physically expressive mimic, joyfully speaks volumes without saying a word, tumbling a plus
Chorus Dancers: (male/female) Strong technical/musical theater dancers; 5'7"+; acting, singing, tumbling and tap a plus; especially seeking well-built male dancers for speaking roles portraying thuggish palace guards
Requirements:
• Performers must be at least 18 years of age
• Dancers may be taught several combinations; bring appropriate shoes, no heels
• Bring a current headshot and resume
Entertainers for this show are covered under the terms and conditions of a collective bargaining agreement with the American Guild of Variety Artists (AGVA). If you are not a current member of AGVA, you will be required to join the union.
Date: October 17, 2007
Time: 2:00 pm
(sign-in begins at 1:30 pm)
Callbacks will be held October 18
Location: Debbie Reynold's Studios
6514 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91601 |
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