<html><head></head><body><div class="ydpd1a44ba5yahoo-style-wrap" style="font-family: verdana, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"><div style=""><div dir="ltr" data-setdir="false" style=""><div style=""><p class="ydpad86a263font7" style="margin: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;"><font size="5"><span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; padding: 0in;"><b>GHENT PLAYHOUSE ANNOUNCES OPEN AUDITIONS FOR RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL</b><br><b>
“The stage mother of all musicals”</b><br>
<br><b>
Music by Marvin Laird; Book and Lyrics by Joel Paley</b><br><b>
Directed and Choreographed by Michael C. Mensching and Michael McDermott</b><br><b>
Musical Direction by Joanne Mensching</b><br>
<br><b>
Sunday, February 5 and Monday, February 6, 2023</b><br><b>
7:00-9:00 p.m.</b><br><b>
Callbacks, if necessary: Tuesday, February 7, 2023, at 7:00 p.m.</b><br>
<br><b>
At The Ghent Playhouse</b><br><b>
6 Town Hall Road</b><br><b>
Ghent, New York, 12075</b><br>
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SYNOPSIS:</b></span><span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; padding: 0in;"><br>“Ruthless” is the story of a naïve 1950’s housewife, Judy Denmark, and her
adorable but sociopathic 12-year-old daughter, Tina, who knows she was born to
play Pippi Longstocking, and will do anything to win the part in her school
musical. Encouraged by her manager, Sylvia St. Croix, Tina will stop at
nothing in her quest for stardom!<br>
<br>
Cunningly spoofing classic musicals and campy films from “Gypsy” to “The Bad
Seed,” this aggressively outrageous musical garnered rave reviews during its
long Off-Broadway run.<br>
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<b style="color: black;"><span style="outline: 0px">ABOUT THE PLAY:</span></b><br>Ruthless! The Musical is a very funny, fast-paced and wickedly twisted
musical comedy with 8 distinct roles. There is no “ensemble.” With
the exception of the non-singing role of Miss Block, all of the characters have
solo numbers.<br>
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<p class="ydpad86a263font7" style="margin: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;"><font size="5"><b style=""><span style="color: black; border: 1pt none windowtext; padding: 0in;">CHARACTERS:<br>
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TINA DENMARK: </span></b><span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; padding: 0in;">(presenting as an 8-13 yo – Strong belt –E flat mix preferred for
vocal safety) – An adorable mega-talented “triple threat,” who turns into a
ruthless 12 year old diva with a penchant for murder! Tina manipulates by
switching from sweet to murderous on a dime! Must be credible as an
“Annie wannabee.” Tap dancing also required. NOTE: The role
of Tina does use some foul language. <span style="color: black; outline: 0px;"><b> <br>
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JUDY/GINGER</b></span><b>: (</b>30-50 yo – Mezzo belter with a pleasing
head voice, as well) – Tina’s mother. A simple June Cleaver-type 1950’s
housewife and mother who, after uncovering her hidden talents, is transformed
into Ginger, a Norma Desmond-type Broadway diva. Imagine Donna Reed
turning into Joan Crawford. <span style="color: black; outline: 0px;"><b> <br>
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SYLVIA ST. CROIX:</b></span><b> (</b>30’s-60’s, played by a man –
Baritone) - The stereotypical “in-your-face” talent manager, with a mysterious
past, who is obsessed with making Tina a star; a cross between Auntie Mame and
Mama Rose, with a touch of Cruella Du Ville. <br>
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<b style="color: black;"><span style="outline: 0px">LOUISE LERMAN: </span></b>(8-13 yo –
Mezzo belter) – That other 12-year-old! The one whose parents financially
sponsor the school musical and who surprisingly beats Tina out for the lead in
the show, “Pippi Longstocking Goes to Tahiti!” She has limited talent but is still a precocious diva. <br>
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<b style="color: black;"><span style="outline: 0px">LITA ENCORE: </span></b>(40ish-60ish –
Mezzo with a belt) Tina’s grandmother. An old-time theater critic
with a poison pen, who hates musicals. An Ethel Merman-type with a strong
belt. <br>
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<b style="color: black;"><span style="outline: 0px">MISS THORN/MISS BLOCK: </span></b>(30-50
yo – Belter who is over life as it is) Tina’s teacher/perky butch sleuth
reporter.<br>
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<b style="color: black;"><span style="outline: 0px">EVE: </span></b> (20ish - 30ish -
Belter) – Efficient personal assistant to Broadway star, Ginger. She
wants Ginger’s life and copies her ever mannerism. <span style="color: black; outline: 0px;"><b>NOTE: The character will appear in tasteful
undergarments.</b></span><br>
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<b style="color: black;">WHAT TO PREPARE:</b></span><br>Those auditioning are asked to prepare 16-32 bars of an up-tempo Broadway
piece, preferably old-school. An accompanist will be provided.
Please no a cappella or taped music for auditions. <br>
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Each participant will also read from the script.<br>
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<b style="">WHAT TO BRING TO THE AUDITION:</b><br>Please bring along a current resume and a complete list of conflicts for the period <span style="outline: 0px;">of February<b> 20 through April 30. </b></span>Regarding
conflicts, please remember vacations and holiday schedules before auditioning,
as these may be a factor in the casting process. Head shots are welcome,
but not required.<br>
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<b style="">REHEARSALS:</b><br>Rehearsals will begin Monday, February 20 and will typically be Sunday through
Wednesday evenings. Further details TBD after auditions.<br>
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<b style="">PERFORMANCES: </b><br>Performances begin with a Preview on Thursday evening, April 13, 2023 at 7:30
p.m. and continue Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday
afternoons at 2:00 p.m., through April 30, 2023. <br>
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Please note that everyone cast in the production <span style="outline: 0px;"><b>MUST</b></span> be
available for every performance.<br>
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For further information about auditions or the production, please visit the
Ghent Playhouse website or contact directors Michael Mensching or Michael
McDermott, by email, at senor65@aol.com or irishmike518@yahoo.com</font><span style="color:black"></span></p>
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