[Capdist-auditions] Auditions for KINKY BOOTS Next Week! | Fort Salem Theater

[Kyle West]

Auditions for Fort Salem Theater’s upcoming production of Kinky Boots will
be held on Monday, April 7 from 7PM-10PM, and Tuesday, April 8 from 7PM-10PM,
with potential callbacks by invitation only on Wednesday, April 9. To sign
up for an audition appointment, click here
<https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094CA4AC2FA4F4C70-55784153-auditions>.If
you are unable to attend in-person auditions, please email
Kyle at FortSalem.com with a video demonstrating your skills ASAP.

For auditions, please prepare approximately 1-minute of a song that
showcases your vocal abilities, and bring sheet music in the correct key.
An accompanist will be provided. You will receive an email requesting a
headshot (or photo), resume, and list of details conflicts before you
audition. *Physical headshots and resumes are not required.* Rehearsals are
scheduled to begin at Fort Salem Theater (11 E. Broadway, Salem NY 12865)
around Monday, May 5. Rehearsals are typically held Sundays from 6PM-10PM,
Monday-Thursday from 7PM-10PM, pending the availability of the cast and the
needs of the show. However, the actual schedule will be determined by the
cast and director’s availability. A full calendar will be provided by the
first rehearsal.

Performances held at Fort Salem Theater on June 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, 29, and
July 5, 6 (Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30PM, Sundays at 2PM).

Each actor will receive a minimum of two complimentary tickets. Actors who
participate in 2025 productions will also receive a free 12-month
invitation to opening weekends for all MainStage productions. At this time,
housing, travel & performance stipends are not available.

*Creative Team:*
Director: Rebecca Paige
Audition Accompanist: Jared West
Music Director: TBD - contact Kyle at FortSalem.com to apply. PAID POSITION.
Stage Manager: Margo Hatzel
Assistant Stage Manager: Mel Margi
Resident Scenic Designer: Charles J. I. Krawczyk
Lighting Designer: Courtnie Harrington
Costume Designer: Rebecca Paige
Producer: Courtnie Harrington

The ages and genders listed below are those suggested by Music Theater
International, but all are encouraged to audition.
Character Breakdown

Charlie Price | A bit confused, a bit unfocused, a hero hiding under a
victim's mantle.
*Gender Identity: male | Stage Age: 20 to 35 | Vocal range top: B4 | Vocal
range bottom: C3*

Young Charlie | Charlie as a seven year old boy. Lost, quiet, reflective.
*Gender Identity: male | Stage Age: 6 to 10 | Vocal range top: D5 | Vocal
range bottom: G4*

Lola/Simon | A prize fighter's physique draped in satin. A talented drag
queen with a killer voice and winning ways.

*Gender Identity: male (often appearing in Drag) | Stage Age: 25 to 45 |
Vocal range top: B4 | Vocal range bottom: E3This role is written to be
performed by a Person of Color. *

Young Lola/Simon | Lola as a ten year old boy who already knows he's
destined to wear high heels.

*Gender Identity: male | Stage Age: 6 to 10 | Vocal range top: D5 |Vocal
range bottom: G3This role is written to be performed by a Person of Color. *

Nicola | Charlie's long-term girlfriend. Driven, uncompromising.
*Gender Identity: female | Stage Age: 20 to 35 | Vocal range top: F#5 |
Vocal range bottom: E3*

Lauren | Beautiful, quirky, and strong working class girl.
*Gender Identity: female | Stage Age: 20 to 30 | Vocal range top: F#5 |
Vocal range bottom: Bb3*

Don | Lola's nemesis. Burly hypermasculine bear of a factory worker. Sings
up to D5 for the finale.
*Gender Identity: male | Stage Age: Adult | Vocal range top: F4 | Vocal
range bottom: A2*

Pat | Officious office manager who will let loose her wild side when
allowed. Lola's love interest.
*Gender Identity: female | Stage Age: Adult | Vocal range top: F#5 | Vocal
range bottom: Bb3*

Trish | Factory worker with a husband and kids to worry over.
*Gender Identity: female | Stage Age: 20 to 50 | Vocal range top: D5 |
Vocal range bottom: Bb3*

George | Factory manager keeping up traditions. Reserved.
*Gender Identity: male | Stage Age: Adult | Vocal range top: D4 | Vocal
range bottom: G#2*

The Angels | The drag performers who populate The Blue Angel Nightclub.
*Gender Identity: male (as drag queens) | Stage Age: 20 to 40 | Vocal range
top: C#5 | Vocal range bottom: C5*

Mr. Price | Charlie's father.
*Gender Identity: male | Stage Age: 50 to 80 | Vocal range top: F4 | Vocal
range bottom: G2*

Simon Sr. | Lola's father. An unforgiving tower of anger.
*Gender Identity: male | Stage Age: 40 to 70*

Harry | A contemporary of Charlie's but his opposite. Successful, self
aware and confident.
*Gender Identity: male | Stage Age: 20 to 40 | Vocal range top: F#4 | Vocal
range bottom: F#3*

Richard Bailey | Nicola's boss. An overtly attractive and successful man.
*Gender Identity: male | Stage Age: Adult*

Ensemble
*Hooligans, Factory Workers, Pub Patrons, Photographers, Club Patrons of
all ages and gender identities.*

*Kyle West *(he/him)
Executive & Artistic Director, Fort Salem Theater
*A:* 11 E. Broadway | Salem, NY 12865 (mail to: PO Box 10 | Salem, NY 12865)
*P:* 518-854-9200 *E:* Kyle <http://goog_65929712>@FortSalem.com
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