
The first one to volunteer, sometimes she jumps in before she really understands what's going on. She is the first of the group to commit to following Jesus in the song "Day by Day." The guy who can do a hundred voices and imitations.Ī bit of a tomboy, but basically open and sweet. Because he sings "All Good Gifts" he must be a very strong vocalist. But there is a great sweetness and innocence about him. Not the brightest in the bunch, he is a little slow on the uptake. In the original, he played several musical instruments, including concertina, recorder and guitar, though ability to play instruments is not a must. He is the most "serious" and intellectual of the group.


Like Jesus, he is also charismatic, but in more of an overt revolutionary way. He has attributes of both Biblical figures: He is both Jesus' lieutenant and most ardent disciple and the doubter who begins to question and rebel. He is the sort of person others instinctively follow. High energy, charming, funny, gentle but with strength. Must be the most charismatic individual in the cast. Using song and dance, the apostles traverse the city, spreading Christ's message of love and tolerance as the time moves ever closer to his betrayal at the hands of Judas and, ultimately, his crucifixion.ĬASTING: Seeking 10-16 student performers (aged 16-22) of any size, race, & ethnicity. Focused on rising juniors in high school through newly graduated seniors in college, BTSI offers continued training for students who are interested in or are currently studying to pursue a career in the field.Īt the behest of John the Baptist, young men and women forsake their jobs and take up the mantle of Jesus Christ-becoming his disciples-in a modern musical retelling of the Gospel of Matthew meant to reflect the pressing social issues of the time.
WOMEN PLAYING JUDAS IN GODSPELL PROFESSIONAL
The goal of the program is to provide professional level actor training to the next generation of artists. Performances: July 28, 29, 30, Aug 2, 3, 4, 5, 6īTSI is an educational summer experience for students aged 16-22. Rehearsals: beginning as early as June 19th Please familiarize yourself with the score using the link at the bottom of this page. Performers who are called back will be provided with songs and sides from the show with enough notice to prepare.

If you cannot be available for callbacks, please let us know at the time of your audition.Ĭallbacks will take place at Blackfriars Theatre. Bring a headshot or up-to-date photo, your resume, and your calendar with you to list any conflicts with the rehearsal schedule.

Performers will be able to audition for any or all shows in the BTSI or Summer Stage programs. You may be asked for only one song, but come prepared to show your range. For the vocal audition, please prepare two 32-bar cuts in the style of the show (comedic contemporary musical theatre). Please arrive with enough time to warm up and stretch, and come ready to move with appropriate footwear (sneakers, jazz shoes, character shoes, etc.). Initial auditions at the JCC will begin with a dance call at 6:00 p.m. **INITIAL AUDITIONS WILL BE COMBINED WITH JCC SUMMERSTAGE 1200 EDGEWOOD AVE CALLBACKS WILL TAKE PLACE AT BLACKFRIARS THEATRE Musical Direction by Amanda Meldrum-StevensonĪUDITIONS: Monday, May 15th from 6-10 PM**ĬALLBACKS: Wednesday, May 17th from 6-9 PM Godspell (Blackfriars Theatre Summer Intensive)
