Auditions (Lethbridge): Hedwig and the Angry Inch – Theatre Outré, Theater News

THEATRE OUTRÉ AUDITION NOTICE for
HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH
Text by John Cameron Mitchell, Music and Lyrics by Stephen Trask
Directed by Deonie Hudson
Music Direction by Jillian Bracken
Choreography by Brett Dahl

AUDITION DATES: November 4th & 5th, 2024
REHEARSAL DATES: January 20th – February 19th, 2024
PERFORMANCE DATES: February 20th – March 1st, 2024 (Thursday-Saturdays) at D&N Kitchen, Lethbridge Alberta
**Please note this is a Non-Equity production.

SYNOPSIS:
From East Berlin to Junction City comes an electric tale of glitter, grit, and gnosis. On a revenge tour across the nation, punk goddess Hedwig, the internationally ignored song stylist. Hedwig, born Hansel Schmidt, recounts her high-octane journey in search of her other half. With a pulsing rock score, this groundbreaking smash hit musical triumph is for anyone who has felt life gave them an inch when they deserved a mile. This outrageous and unexpectedly hilarious story is dazzlingly performed by Hedwig in the form of a rock gig/stand-up comedy routine backed by a hard-rocking band.

AUDITION INFO:
Date: Monday, November 4th & 5th , 2024.
Times: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: GoodTimes Comedy Club, Lethbridge
Callbacks: TBC.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
All submissions should include a headshot and resume in a combined PDF file.
Email submissions to theatreoutre@gmail.com with the email subject heading “HEDWIG AUDITIONS”
You can indicate which role(s) you would like to be considered for in the body of the email.
Theatre Outré is open to accepting actors from outside Lethbridge, however performers must have local accommodations for the duration of the process and dependable modes of transportation.
THE SUBMISSION DEADLINE IS NOVEMBER 1st, 2024.

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
Please prepare one musical theatre or rock song in style of the show (an accompanist will not be provided). Please do not sing from the show.
AND prepare one contrasting monologue of your choice.
Performers will be led through some movement or improvisational work as well.
Bring music tracks on USB or e-mail track ahead of time.

GENERAL NOTE: Theatre Outré encourages and welcomes performers from any ethnicity, any gender identity or expression, any abilities, and any body type to submit for either role. We are seeking adventurous and charismatic performers with strong comedic timing. Our casting seeks to be as inclusive as possible and we invite gender non-conforming, genderqueer, transgender and non-binary actors to submit for the roles they most identify with.

HEDWIG
Vocal range: Very strong rock belter (high to B4) with strong rock/pop/punk tenor.
Requirements: Eastern European/German accent. Reads late 20s to late 30s
Description: Hedwig is a struggling, queer nightlife performer who is on a journey to find her other half. She is grunge; a dreamer who has been disillusioned by broken relationships. Seeking a captivating and energetic performer who is comfortable in their body and who can dexterously shift from persona to persona (Hedwig’s mother, husband, rock icon ex-lover, Tommy Gnosis.)
Note: This role includes references to sexual abuse, the body, and genital-centered discussions of gender. Partial nudity and intimacy is required at the comfort level of the performer. Improvisational skills and the ability and willingness to interact with the audience. Must be able to move confidently and be quite active in high heels. Guitar skills are a plus but not required.

YITZHAK
Vocal range: Wide vocal range a must (high belt D4 to A5)
Requirements: A Balkan/Croatian accent. Should read late 20s to mid 30s
Description: Hedwig’s husband and roadie/back-up singer. A former drag performer who married Hedwig to leave Zagreb. Devoted, loyal, loving, and perhaps more talented than Hedwig – which causes strain in their relationship. Yitzhak has an unhealthy, codependent relationship with Hedwig but is unafraid of rebellion in small controlled doses.
Notes: Includes varied gender presentations. intimacy is required at the comfort level of the performer. Ability to play basic percussion instruments is a plus.

LEAD GUITAR: Band member of the Angry Inch. Proficient in electric and acoustic guitar; must be able to read, learn, and memorize music, as well as harmonize; must have their own instrument. Must be able to improvise/interact with actors on stage. Required Media: Headshot/Photo, Audio or Video Reel

BASS GUITAR: Band member of the Angry Inch. Proficient electric bassist; must be able to read, learn, and memorize music, as well as harmonize; must have their own instrument. Must be able to improvise/interact with actors on stage. Required Media: Headshot/Photo, Audio or Video Reel