NEXT TO NORMAL
WHO’S CRAZY?!…FOR THEATRE?
Did you miss out on auditions for “Next to Normal” and were hoping for a part? We have a role that has been opened up! The role of Dr. Fine needs to be filled, and we are holding virtual auditions.
Important Dates:
Rehearsals begin August 4th. Performance dates are October 17-19, 24-26. Friday-Saturday shows at 7:00 pm and Sunday shows at 2:00 pm.
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Character description:
Dr. Fine is a Psychopharmacologist who is treating the main character, Diana, for her mental illness. In Diana’s delirium, she imagines having a romantic affair with Dr. Fine. Nothing physical happens on stage besides some light dancing.
Age: 30-60 years old
Gender identity: Any
Role size: Supporting
Dancing: Moderate, would prefer someone who can learn how to waltz
Vocal range: Tenor/ Soprano (A2-A4)
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Show description:
"Next to Normal" is a musical drama that explores the impact of mental illness on a suburban family. It follows Diana Goodman, a mother struggling with bipolar disorder, and the challenges she and her family face navigating her illness, grief, and the complexities of their lives. The story delves into the struggles of a family trying to find "normal" amidst the turmoil of mental illness and loss.
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Please learn the song listed below, including the dialogue of Dr. Fine. Please submit a video recording, in the form of a YouTube link, to mariah.hester22@gmail.com by June 20th.
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Items to submit:
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A landscape video of you performing the cut version of the song with the karaoke (instrumental) track
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Make sure that your audio is coming from a separate source than your recording device
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Have good lighting and sound quality
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Don’t be too close to the camera, but not too far away
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Fill out the audition form linked below
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A list of instruments you play (if any) and how many years/ how proficient you play them
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If you have any dance experience and details
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If you’d like to submit an additional 30 second cut of a song of your choice, you may do so!
Full song: https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=DuR0e1jWbJE&si=64M59QpyjYdkdwKf
Cut version with vocals: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oJRD9l8-Mve9pvuP8pkdbOlJUVT2ZRVG/view?usp=sharing
Cut karaoke track: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TlW_1Heee-hgGQ4NGTK7m9Ha8ObaFOS3/view?usp=sharing
Lyrics: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MRE5kjubkPv1I-QtaAZf0IPYe4O4hfQXESh0H5dr_zg/edit?usp=sharing
How to create a youtube video: https://youtu.be/Lk_4GUymeOI?si=YaOK_W1SZVqQpRm5