ISU Theatre: Godspell Auditions

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GODSPELL
Conceived and Originally Directed by John-Michael Tebelak
Music and New Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz
 
Director - Brad Dell
Musical Director – Patrick Gagnon
Choreographer – Valerie Williams
 
Audition Details:
Wednesday, January 16
6:00 – 10:00 pm in Music Hall
Sign Up here for an audition slot
 
Production Details:
Rehearsals begin January 28 and will generally be Monday-Friday evenings
Performances are April 5-14, including a matinee on April 12 at 10:00 am
 
Callbacks:
Thursday, January 17
 
What to prepare?:
Perform (memorized if possible) one or more of the audition cuttings from the show. Sheet music can be picked up outside of Carver 310. Piano accompaniment will be provided.

Prepare Ye - 1-17
Day By Day - 5-36 (improvise on the 2nd verse)
Bless the Lord - 60-end (improvise where indicated)
All Good Gifts - 58-end (improvise where indicated)
Turn Back - 80-end (up or down, sing riffs where indicated)
Alas for You - 40-end
By My Side - 5-52
We Beseech Thee - 5-28
Beautiful City - 39 - end
Finale 41-56
 
Roles Available:
A diverse ensemble of 10 dynamic, passionate, and playful storytellers, including the characters Jesus and Judas/John the Baptist.  All roles are open to performers of all races, genders, ethnicities. 
 
Godspell Description:
“We can build a beautiful city…” Using a wide variety of storytelling techniques and a hefty dose of comic timing, a diverse group of citizens perform parables from the Book of Matthew and inspiring, entertaining songs ranging from pop to vaudeville. Dissolving hauntingly into the Last Supper and the Crucifixion, Godspell spreads messages of empathy, compassion, social justice, and love.