Production Company: Hale Centre Theatre
Playwright or Screenwriter: Ken Ludwig
Director: Alaina Beauloye
Compensation: Salary
Rehearsals Begin: 11/15/2014
Run/Shoot Dates: 12/31/2014 – 02/14/2015
Rehearsals Begin: 11/15/2014
Run/Shoot Dates: 12/31/2014 – 02/14/2015
Synopsis
Set in September 1934. Saunders, the general manager of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company, is primed to welcome world famous, Tito Merelli, Il Stupendo, the greatest tenor of his generation, to appear for one night only as Otello. The star arrives late; when he finally sweeps in, it is too late to rehearse with the company. A sensation on Broadway and in London’s West End, Lend Me a Tenor is guaranteed to leave you teary-eyed with laughter!
Set in September 1934. Saunders, the general manager of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company, is primed to welcome world famous, Tito Merelli, Il Stupendo, the greatest tenor of his generation, to appear for one night only as Otello. The star arrives late; when he finally sweeps in, it is too late to rehearse with the company. A sensation on Broadway and in London’s West End, Lend Me a Tenor is guaranteed to leave you teary-eyed with laughter!
Character Breakdown
A small amount of singing is required of Max, Tito and the Bellhop. While fine singing is ideal, the emphasis is acting by far. Comedic timing is of the essence for all!
MAX: (late 20’s – early 30’s, singing ability) Mild mannered. Dorky. Assistant Saunders. Max is an aspiring singer who works hard to keep Saunders happy and calm. In love with Maggie. More talented than he appears.
MAGGIE: (mid to late 20’s) Maggie Saunders, is the pretty, quirky daughter of Saunders. A bit star struck. Longs for something “wonderful and romantic” before she settles down with Max.
SAUNDERS: (late 40’s – 50’s) General Manager of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company. Henry Saunders is ecstatic about world-famous Italian opera divo Tito Merelli flying into Cleveland to perform in Othello. Saunders wants to be sure nothing goes wrong during Il Stupendo’s stay, but finds himself caught in the center of several deceptions. His temper sometimes gets the best of him.
TITO: (mid 30’s –mid 40’s, thick Italian accent) Also known as Il Stupendo, Tito Merelli is the hottest Italian opera singer in the world. He is larger than life; full of grand gestures. He is always a divo, especially during his many arguments with his wife.
MARIA: (mid 30’s to mid 40’s, thick Italian accent) Moody, hot tempered, jealous wife of Merelli. Goes with her husband everywhere. She and Tito argue constantly, and eventually Maria leaves “for good.” She is very fiery, and very Italian in every respect. Self-confident and suspicious of Tito, she reciprocates her husband’s stubbornness.
DIANA: (mid 30’s) The lead soprano of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company. She wishes nothing more than to be the most well-known name in the classical world. Voluptuous and forceful; she knows what she wants and how to get it.
JULIA: (50+) The Chairman of the Opera Guild in Cleveland, Julia’s many years in opera have caused her to become stubborn and spacey. Despite her age, she, too, would love a chance with Tito to launch her into a brighter spotlight. Julia is quite a calm contrast to over-stressed Saunders’ announcements and rages.
BELLHOP: (any age, must sing) The bellhop is an aspiring tenor who is eager to sing for the famous tenor. Shrewd, opportunistic, and determined to audition for Tito.
Additional Info
How to Make an Appointment:
Auditions are by appointment. To sign up for an audition time, copy and paste this link in your browser: http://www.halecentretheatrearizona.schedulista.com
Auditions are by appointment. To sign up for an audition time, copy and paste this link in your browser: http://www.halecentretheatrearizona.schedulista.com
Payment:
Each adult actor 16 years of age and older will receive a payment of $875.00
($25 per performance).
Each adult actor 16 years of age and older will receive a payment of $875.00
($25 per performance).
Other Notes:
Runtime: 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Runtime: 2 hours and 30 minutes.
DIRECTOR
Alaina Beauloye (Director), originally from NYC, has worked on Broadway and in film as well as national and local commercials. She recently starred in an upcoming Discovery ID channel show, Love The Way You Lie. Alaina is honored to be Directing for the 2nd time at Hale. She directed Snow White in 2012, and has been cast in over 20 Hale productions, including Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (Christine), The 39 Steps, Little Shop of Horrors (Audrey), The King and I (Anna), and The Man with the Pointed Toes (Florence & Pam). She is also a two time ariZoni award recipient for the roles of Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard and Christine in Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. Alaina is so excited to direct Lend Me a Tenor!
Alaina Beauloye (Director), originally from NYC, has worked on Broadway and in film as well as national and local commercials. She recently starred in an upcoming Discovery ID channel show, Love The Way You Lie. Alaina is honored to be Directing for the 2nd time at Hale. She directed Snow White in 2012, and has been cast in over 20 Hale productions, including Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (Christine), The 39 Steps, Little Shop of Horrors (Audrey), The King and I (Anna), and The Man with the Pointed Toes (Florence & Pam). She is also a two time ariZoni award recipient for the roles of Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard and Christine in Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. Alaina is so excited to direct Lend Me a Tenor!
What To Prepare
+ Readings will be cold from the script when you arrive at the theater.
+ Dance or singing will not be required at the first audition.
+ A headshot and resume are required.
+ Dance or singing will not be required at the first audition.
+ A headshot and resume are required.
Hale Centre Theatre
50 West Page Avenue
Gilbert, Arizona 85233
50 West Page Avenue
Gilbert, Arizona 85233
Appointment Contact
auditions@haletheatrearizona.com
Audition Dates and Times:
Saturday October 25, 2014, from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Callback Dates and Times:
Saturday, November 1, 2014 at 9:00 AM
Saturday October 25, 2014, from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Callback Dates and Times:
Saturday, November 1, 2014 at 9:00 AM
Primary Contact:
Jessica Ottley
auditions@haletheatrearizona.com
(480)497-1181
Jessica Ottley
auditions@haletheatrearizona.com
(480)497-1181
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