A global phenomenon that has wowed audiences for over 40 years, Jesus Christ Superstar is a timeless work set against the backdrop of an extraordinary and universally-known series of events but seen, unusually, through the eyes of Judas Iscariot.
Audition Dates: June 23 & 24, 2018
Fountain Hills Theater
on the Mainstage
11445 N Saguaro Blvd., Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
www.fhtaz.org
Sign up at: https://fhtaz.org/audition-form/
Production dates: August 31 – September 16, 2018
Auditioners should prepare:
– Completed audition form (available at link for event)
– 24 to 32 bars of a song that best shows off their voice
– Bring sheet music in the appropriate key. No CD’s
– Dress to move for dance audition
Auditioners should bring:
– Headshot and resume if available
– List of possible rehearsal conflicts
CASTING:
Jesus Christ -Tenor (A2-G5)- Protagonist of the story, leader of the twelve Apostles, and son of God, Messiah and King of the Jews. This text—Rice and Lloyd Webber’s show—is interested in Jesus as Messiah and man both, and not only his spiritual ministry, but also his personal experience and political role in the world. So we’re looking for a kickass singer with something interesting going on in mind and soul.
Judas Iscariot -Tenor (D3-D5)- One of the twelve apostles of Jesus; concerned for the poor and for the consequences of Jesus’ fame. A tragic figure, a conflicted man, and a powerfully passionate guy. Most certainly not a bad guy— he’s as desirous of being pure as Jesus is, and believes he is doing the right thing.
Mary Magdalene -Alto (F3-E♭5)- A female follower of Jesus who finds herself falling in love with him. Keep in mind, if you’re preparing her music, that she might not be sentimental or soft. She’s a prostitute, and she tries in her way to care for Jesus, so there is tenderness, and desire, but this is a woman of great strength.
Pontius Pilate -Baritone (A2-B4)- Governor of Judea who foresees the events of Jesus’ crucifixion from beginning to aftermath in a dream and finds himself being presented with that very situation. One of the most complex characters in the play, a man of his time and a leader capable of great brutality, yet also a man of a certain conscience.
Caiaphas -Bass (C2-F4)- Joseph Caiaphas was the high priest of Jerusalem who, according to Biblical accounts, sent Jesus to Pilate for his execution.
Annas -Tenor (G2-D5)- Fellow priest at the side of Caiaphas who is persuaded by Caiaphas into seeing Jesus as a threat
Peter -Baritone (G2-G4)- One of Jesus’ 12 apostles; denies Jesus three times upon the night of Jesus’ arrest to save himself
Simon Zealotes -Tenor (G3-B4)- One of Jesus’ 12 apostles; urges Jesus to lead his followers into battle against the Romans
King Herod -Baritone- The King of Galilee; Jesus is brought to him for judgment after first being taken to Pilate
9 Apostles – Male or Female, all ages 12 +
Singing and Dancing Ensemble – Male or Female, all ages 12 +
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