[Capdist-auditions] Not So Common Players announces Additional Auditions for PIPPIN

[Sally Burke]

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> Due to a number of scheduling conflicts in December, the Not So Common Players will hold an additional audition for the musical Pippin, by Stephen Schwartz.
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> Free musical theatre sponsored by the Town of Clifton Park
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> WHEN:
> Tuesday, January 10
> Sign In at 6:30 P.M. 
> Auditions will begin at 7:00 P.M.
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> **If you are interested in auditioning but unable to make this date and time please contact Director, Tim Orcutt (573-3185), or Producer, Kara DiCaterino (929-6353) to schedule an appointment for an alternate date.**
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> WHERE:
> NSCP Storefront (between Joann's and Toys R US in Hannaford Plaza)
> Clifton Park, NY 12065
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> **Please note the roles of Leading Player, Fastrada, Charles, Theo, and several ensemble have already been cast, but additional principles and ensemble roles are still available.** See below.
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> Those auditioning for the role of Pippin should be prepared to sing CORNER OF THE SKY in addition to an audition piece.
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> PERFORMANCE DATES: April 20-22 and 26-29
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> Producer: Kara A. DiCaterino
> Director: Tim Orcutt
> Music Director: Patricia Leighton
> Choreographer: Edmund Metzold
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> Auditioners should be prepared to sing 16-32 bars of a Broadway song. Usually the bridge to the final refrain should be sufficient. Please steer clear of Sondheim - our accompanist will be most grateful! Since an accompanist will be provided, no a capella auditions permitted.
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> Following that there will be a movement audition (so please dress comfortably and accordingly).
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> Rehearsals to begin early February. Generally, rehearsals will be in the evenings - Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Not all actors will be called to every rehearsal. Rehearsals will start and end promptly, but may run late during tech week.
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> Pippin is a Tony-award winning musical that opened on Broadway in 1972. It received rave reviews for director and choreographer Bob Fosse, leading player Ben Vereen, and composer Stephen Schwartz (author of Wicked). An eclectic acting troupe invites the audience to see their story of Pippin, the son of Charlemagne, one of the great medieval rulers. Pippin believes he is destined for an extraordinary life if he can only discover what he is meant to do. Pippin becomes a soldier, a politician, an artist, and has a romantic relationship with a young widow named Catherine – but nothing makes him happy. Pippin’s search leads him (and the member of the acting troupe who portrays him) to the grand finale of the show and a choice that only he can make.
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> This show is a comedy that relies on great comic timing. Please keep this in mind when auditioning.
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> CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS
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> Note: While principals will need superb acting and singing skills, they will also need to be able to move well. Their choreography will not be as complex as it is for the ensemble. Ages shown are a guideline and indicate the age the actor can portray, not necessarily what appears on the birth certificate.
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> Pippin (tenor) is an idealistic and inexperienced youth in his early twenties, searching for meaning in his life. He believes that he is an extraordinary person who is bound for an uncommon life, if he can only find something worth dedicating his life to. Actor / Singer most important, dancer second. Performs a dance number with the Lead Player.
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> Lewis is Pippin's half-brother who is self-obsessed and a good warrior, but not particularly smart. He kisses mirrors a lot. Actor / Dancer (early 20s)
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> Berthe (alto) is Pippin's grandmother (Charles' mother), an older woman with a flirtatious taste for young men. She advises Pippin to relax and enjoy his life before it is too late. She is crusty and pragmatic but warm and fun-loving. Actor / Singer (50s and up)
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> Catherine (mezzo) is a young widow who lives with her son, Theo. She is interested in finding a husband to guide her young son and to help her with the work on her estate. She is Pippin's love interest and shows him the simple joys of home and hearth. (late 20s - 40s)
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> Ensemble/ Featured Dancers (3-4 male, 3-4 female, 20s-30s): All will have at least one line of dialogue, and will be required to sing, but these roles are primarily for dancers. Expect the choreography to be demanding.
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> Please contact Producer, Kara A. DiCaterino at kara.dicaterino at gmail.com or 928-6353 for more information.
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