| Show | Hairspray |
| Company | Studio Theatre of L.I. |
| Director | Rick Grossman |
| Musical Director | Sandra A. Vigliotti |
| Choreographer | Brendan Bitler |
| Notes | The authors and licensing terms have dictated roles must be played with authenticity as described. Ages listed are ages "portrayed" and not necessarily ages of actors. Seeking performers ages 15+ of diverse ethnicity and genders. Rehearsal conflicts must be minimal. No conflicts accepted for tech week (6/29-7/3) or performances. |
| Instructions | Prepare 16-32 measures of upbeat Broadway/Rock style music--bring sheet music. An accompanist will be provided. Be prepared to stay for a dance call. Bring head shot w/resume attached and a list of all conflicts 5/20-6/28. |
| Rehearsal Dates | 5/20-7/3 Sunday-Thurs evenings as called |
| Performance Dates | 7/5-20 Thurs/Fri/Sat 8:00 PM Sundays 2:30 PM |
| Questions | Send Mail |
| Submissions | If unable to attend in person, submit a video w/musical selection as per above and highlighting dance/movement skills along with head shot and resume to: rick@studiotheatrelongisland.com by April 28th! No phone calls please. Housing is not provided to non L.I. based actors. |
| Type | Location | Date | Time |
| Open | Manes Studio Theatre 141 S. Wellwood Ave. Lindenhurst | Apr 27 | 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM |
| Open | Manes Studio Theatre 141 S. Wellwood Ave. Lindenhurst | Apr 29 | 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Call Back | Manes Studio Theatre 141 S. Wellwood Ave. Lindenhurst | May 04 | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
Roles
| Role | M/F | Age | Description | Tracy Turnblad | F | 17 | F The unsuspecting 17 year old protagonist who is large and in charge. Confident and incredibly determined. Big belt sound/comic timing needed/dance well. | Edna Turnblad | M | 45-60 | M 45-60 Tracy's mother-a woman of girth who has lost her confidence and dreams of being a plus size clothing designer. Boisterous and commanding. Played by man in drag, Strong vocal/good mover/strong comic chops. | Wilbur Turnblad | M | 45-60 | M 45-60 Tracy's simple minded joke shop owner dad. Worships his daughter and wife. Good vocal/movement skills. Strong comedic timing in vaudeville mode. | Velma Von Tussle | F | 40-55 | F 40-55 The devious mother of Amber and snobby racist who would go to any length to ensure her daughter is the next big thing. Strong belt and commanding actor. | Amber Von Tussle | F | 17 | F Pretty, svelte and shallow 17 year old daughter of Velma. Always looking to be the center of attention, though not worthy of it. Excellent vocalist and actor w/decent movement skills. | Corny Collins | M | 30-40 | M 30-40 The charismatic host of the popular TV dance program. Good looking and smooth. Nice guy on and off camera. Strong tenor vocal quality and sharp movement/dance skills. | Penny Pingleton | 16-18 | F 16-18 Tracy's dorky best friend and sidekick-not the brightest, but has good intentions. Has a childlike curiosity about her. Big belt vocalist/strong dance/very strong comedic skills. | Link Larkin | M | 17-19 | M 17-19 The star heartthrob of the Corny Collins Show. Good looking and smooth talking. Hopes to be the next rock n' roll idol. Excellent singer with natural charm and star quality presence. | Seaweed J. Stubbs | M | 17-19 | M 17-19 man of color. Tracy's classmate who is discriminated against due to his skin color. He is cocky, but lovable. Very strong singer/actor/dancer w/strong stage presence. | Motormouth Mable | F | 40-60 | F 40-60 woman of color. Mother of Seaweed and Little Ines. She is big, blonde, beautiful-and proud of it! A highly confident woman with a strong presence. Big Gospel style belt and mover. | Little Ines | F | 12-15 | F 12-15 girl of color. She is her mother's daughter. Exhibits a polit style of "sass". Big dynamic belt voice and good dance skills. | Female Authority Figure | F | 30+ | 30+ Portrays various characters throughout (Penny's mother, gym teacher, prison matron) A "tour de force" for a strong vocalist with good comic range. | Male Authority Figure | M | 30+ | 30+ Portrays various characters throughout (Spritzer, Mr. Pinky, Principal). Strong comic actor with decent vocal ability. | The Dynamites | F | 17-25 | (3) 17-25 year old ladies of color (also double as Seaweed's friends). Strong vocalists in style of "The Supremes". Solid movement/dance skills. | STOOIE, DUANE, THAD | M | 16-20 | (3) 16-20 year old young men of color. Friends, classmates of Seaweed. Strong singer/dancers. | Council Members | M/F | 15-18 | (4 M) (4 F) 15-18 year old dance group on The Corny Collins Show. Good vocal and dance skills. Also play citizens of Baltimore, Students. etc. |