Rock of Ages – National Tour/Phoenix Entertainment
WHO: Phoenix Entertainment – Rock of Ages National Tour
SEEKING: Phoenix Entertainment is accepting replacement submissions for the non equity National Tour of ROCK OF AGES. Kristin Hanggi, director; Kelly Devine, choreographer; Ethan Popp, music supervision.
DREW: an appealing, good-guy rocker with great, easy comedic timing, a boyish charm, vulnerability and a very strong rock tenor voice. Drew works at the legendary Bourbon Room hoping and waiting for his dreams to come true. He finds an instant attraction to Sherrie, the beautiful new arrival from the Midwest, who encourages him to go after his dreams;
SHERRIE: Caucasian female, an in-shape, pretty, fresh faced, innocent Midwestern girl stepping right off the bus into a new world to pursue her dreams of stardom. Strong comedic timing, strong rock belt, good movement ability. Should look fantastic and be comfortable in revealing/very skimpy clothing;
LONNY: the narrator of the piece. May not be the most physically appealing but sure thinks he is. Charming, mischievous, welcoming, vibrant personality, a guy who would be fun to spend one drunken night with. Very strong comedic timing/improv skills and strong rock vocals;
DENNIS DUPREE: Classic stoner type guy who runs the famous Bourbon Room club. Torn about whether he should sell the club to Hertz, a German businessman. Very strong comedic timing. A laid back, easy going dude real dude. Bari-tenor rock vocals;
STACEE JAXX/FATHER: A sexy rock star. Decided to leave his successful hair/metal-rock band to try it solo. Self important, confident intriguing in all the wrong ways, the ultimate bad boy; he is all about sex, drugs and rock-n-roll. Good body, strong comedic timing and strong rock tenor voice.
WHEN: Submissions are due by March 23rd. Please follow instructions as listed on the website.
PAY: Non Equity – Competitive Package.
HOW TO APPLY: Submission information and audition packets are available to download for Rock of Ages at www.rockofagesontour.com under the Employment link.
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