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Fort Wayne Civic Theatre AUDITIONS

big, The Musical

Based on the Motion Picture "BIG"

Book by John Weidman Music by David Shire Lyrics by Richard Maltby

Director-Brad Beauchamp Music Director-Eunice Wadewitz Choreographer-Gary Lanier

The 1987 hit movie bursts onstage in this vibrant, funny and touching musical. When frustrated adolescent Josh Baskin wishes he were "big" and wakes up the next morning a 30-year-old man, he discovers there's much more to being an adult than he's bargained for – and learns we must all grow up at our own pace, in our own time. A witty, moving, insightful book by John Weidman ("Pacific Overtures," "Assassins") and a dazzling, energetic, heartfelt, contemporary score by David Shire and Richard Maltby, Jr. ("Baby," "Starting Here, Starting Now," "Closer Than Ever") makes this already classic motion picture fantasy an unforgettable theatrical experience. Fresh, up-to-date, relevant, and featuring one of the most irresistible leading male roles ever, "big, The Musical" holds universal appeal for audiences of all ages.

AUDITION SIGN UP

Please contact Eunice Wadewitz at 422-8641, ext. 226 or ewadewitz@fwcivic.org to sign up for auditions.

Auditions: Sunday, August 27, 2006, 5-9:00 pm. Call backs: Monday, August 28, 2006 @ 7pm

Rehearsals: Monday-Friday, 7-10:00 p.m., beginning September 18, 2006; NO CONFLICTS THE LAST 2 WEEKS OF REHEARSAL

Performances: Thursday, Nov.3 – Sunday, Nov. 19, 2006 (3 week-end run); Thursdays @ 7:30; Fridays @ 8 p.m.; Saturdays @ 2 p.m. & 8 p.m.; and Sundays @ 2 p.m. (with possible Wednesday brush-up rehearsal)

AUDITION PREPARATION: Come prepared to sing one verse of an "uptempo" show tune. A piano player will be provided to accompany you. Be sure to bring sheet music (not just lyrics but actual music) in the correct key – do not expect the pianist to transpose your music on sight. Have all cuts or repetitions clearly marked. Place your music in a binder or tape the sheets together for the benefit of the accompanist. Bring appropriate clothing and shoes for the dance portion of the audition. Plan to arrive BEFORE 5:00 pm to check in and fill out audition forms. Come with all known conflicts written down so you can fill out the form completely. Auditions will be held at the Arts United Center (formerly the Performing Arts Center) at 303 East Main Street. Enter from the rear of the building, using the glass doors to the Green Room.

Cast of Characters.

Looking for a cast of approximately 40. 12+ men, ages 25-55+; 8+ women, ages 25-45+; 10 Boys & 10 Girls, ages 12-15

Young Josh: Age look 12 and short

Adult Josh: age range 25-35

Susan: age range 25-30, attractive, all business

Paul Seymour: age range 25-35; good looking, hard charging, self-absorbed yuppie type

George MacMillan: age range 60ish, Toy store owner, distinguished looking

Billy: Josh’s friend same age and taller than Josh

Cynthia Benson: 13 year old girl, taller than Josh

Mrs. Baskin: age range 35-45

Mr. Baskin: age range 35- 45

*Mr Kopecki: age range 35-45

*Mrs. Kopecki: age range 35-45

*Miss Watson: age range 40+, perpetually overwhelmed executive secretary

Top 3 junior executives, ages 25-35:

*Rick Birnbaum: laid back VP in charge of advertising, *Ron Barrett: hard charging VP in charge of production, *Arthur Lipton: button up VP in charge of promotion

Ensemble Members*Nick-35ish investment banker, *Tom-35ish lawyer, *Diane-35ish Tom’s wife,*Abigail-35ish

Nick’s wife, Pan handler, Bus Station People, Ticket taker, Carnival workers, MacMillan toy store shoppers (adults & children), MacMillan toy store employees, Susan’s Yuppie Friends

May also play multiple roles.