GLT to hold auditions for "Annie"
The Greenwood Little Theatre is calling auditions for roles in the production of Annie, the musical, and we want to see YOU in the show! All experience levels are encouraged to audition. There are four days of open calls - you only need to attend ONE day of open calls. All auditions will be held at the Episcopal Church of the Nativity, 400 Howard Street, Greenwood, Mississippi.
Monday, August 5, 2019, 6:30 pm - adult roles and ensemble
Tuesday, August 6, 2019, 6:30 pm - adult roles and ensemble
Saturday, August 10, 2019, 10:00 am - children’s roles
Sunday, August 11, 2019, 2:00 pm - children’s roles
After open calls, you may be invited back to callbacks on Monday, August 12 and/or Tuesday, August 13.
Annie is the perfect family-friendly show set in 1930s New York City, and has become an international phenomenon. All ethnicities are encouraged to audition. All roles are available.
Adults: Note, this is not a show with mostly kids in the cast. The majority of the story and characters is for adults. There are a variety of lead and ensemble roles for adults ranging in age from 16 to 75. All are welcome.
Orphans: Girls who look and act between the ages of 6-13. If enough girls audition, we will do a double cast.
Boys: There are several ensemble roles available for boys between the ages of 7-13.
We are looking for both singers and dancers for this production, but everyone needs to do some of each. Whether you consider yourself a dancer who can carry a tune or a singer who can move, we want to see you.
Girls auditioning for Annie and Orphans
Please prepare 16 measures of an upbeat song or ballad in your key. Choose a piece that you are comfortable with and one that shows off your strength. We will have an accompanist and sheet music is strongly encouraged. All girls should be prepared to sing a short section of “Maybe” and “Tomorrow.”
Boys - Ensemble
Please prepare 16 measures of an upbeat song or ballad in your key. Choose a piece that you are comfortable with and one that shows off your strength. We will have an accompanist and sheet music is strongly encouraged.
Adults - Leads & Ensemble
Please prepare 16 measures of an upbeat song or ballad in your key. Choose a piece that you are comfortable with and one that shows off your strength. We will have an accompanist and sheet music is strongly encouraged. First time picking an audition song? Read this helpful article and feel free to contact us if you need help with sheet music.
The Adult Ensemble of this show is so much fun. You will be in many musical numbers and scenes playing many parts. Most adult cameo roles will be cast from the Adult Ensemble.
Wear comfortable clothing as you will be asked to learn a short routine.