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Auditions: Kinky Boots
Thanks to all who auditioned! Please click here for the cast list.
Raleigh Little Theatre is seeking performers for its upcoming production of Kinky Boots, book by Harvey Fierstein, music and lyrics by Cyndi Lauper. Based on the Miramax motion picture Kinky Boots written by Geoff Deane and Tim Firth. This show will be presented in the Cantey V. Sutton Theatre.
About the show
Charlie Price has reluctantly inherited his father’s shoe factory, which is on the verge of bankruptcy. Trying to live up to his father’s legacy and save his family business, Charlie finds inspiration in the form of Lola, a fabulous entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos. As they work to turn the factory around, this unlikely pair find that they have more in common than they realized…and discover that when you change your mind, you can change your whole world!
Important dates
Audition Information Session: Tuesday, April 2, 2024, 7-8pm – Watch a recording of the info session here!
This information session will include an overview of the audition process, forms, and guidance on how to prepare. This is a great session to attend if you have never auditioned for a show before, never volunteered at RLT, or if you would like to hear more from the creative team about the process and show.
Auditions:
- Monday, April 8, 2024, 7pm-10pm
- Tuesday April 9, 2024, 7pm-10pm
- Actors only need to attend one of the nights to audition
Callbacks:
- Callback List will be posted on RLT website by Wednesday April 10, 2024, 5pm
- Callbacks are two nights:
- Thursday, April 11, 2024, 7-10pm (Vocal and Scene work), and
- Friday, April 12, 2024, 7-10pm (Choreography)
Rehearsals: April 22 – May 30, 2024 Mondays, Tuesday, Thursdays, and Fridays 6:30-10pm, Saturdays 12:30-4pm
Tech rehearsals: June 1 – 6, 2024
Performances: June 7-9, 13-16, and 20-23, 2024 (with possibility of extension June 27-30)
Cast members are expected to attend strike following the final performance. Strike consists of breaking down the sets, costumes, etc.
Questions about auditions? Contact Michele Weathers: michele@nullraleighlittletheatre.org
About the roles
Raleigh Little Theatre encourages actors of any ethnicity, identity, ability, etc. to audition for any role. If the script requires strict adherence to any characteristic(s), those will be listed in the character description.
If you need any specific accommodations to audition, please contact Executive Producer, Michele Weathers (michele@nullraleighlittletheatre.org) to make your request. Examples of accommodations made in the past are: wheelchair accessible audition space, large print materials, prompters in the audition room, volunteers to help fill out forms, and auditions by appointment.
CHARLIE PRICE – Late twenties. A bit confused, a bit unfocused, a hero hiding under a victim’s mantle. Rock belt. Vocal Range: Eb3 – Bb4 (B4)
YOUNG CHARLIE – This is our lead as a young boy. Actor must be able to play a 7 year old. Lost, quiet, reflective. Vocal Range: G3 – D5
LOLA/ SIMON – Early thirties. A prize fighter’s physique draped in satin with a killer voice and winning ways. E3 – Bb4 (C5)
YOUNG LOLA/ SIMON – This is Lola as a young boy who already knows he’s destined to wear high heels. Actor must be able to play a 10 year old boy. Vocal Range: G3 – D5
NICOLA – Twenties. Charlie’s long-term girlfriend. Driven, uncompromising. Pop voice. Vocal Range: E3 – F5
LAUREN – Twenties. Beautiful and strong working class girl. Belt and pop. Vocal Range: Bb3 – D5 (F5)
DON – Lola’s nemesis. Burly hyper masculine bear of a factory worker. Vocal Range: A2 – G4 (D5)
PAT – Officious office manager who will let loose her wild side when allowed.. Vocal Range: D3 – Eb5
TRISH – Factory worker with a husband and kids to worry over. Vocal Range: Db3 – Db5
GEORGE– Factory manager keeping up traditions. Reserved. Vocal Range: A2 – G4 (D5)
*Don’t know your vocal range? No worries. Bring your prepared song and the Music Director might also ask you to sing some scales on the piano.
About the production team
- Director: Jesse Gephart
- Music Director: Alex Baker
- Choreographer: Timothy Malboeuf
- Costume Designer: Jenny Mitchell
- Lighting Design: Paul Marsland
- Scenic Design: Shannon Clark
About the auditions
Click here to sign up for an audition day!
Auditionees for the roles of “Young Charlie” and “Young Lola” should arrive 7pm on the day they sign up for.
All other auditionees should arrive at 7:15pm on the day they sign up for. There are TWO general audition days. You need only attend ONE.
All auditionees should prepare 16-32 bars of a musical theatre or contemporary pop/rock song. Also, please come prepared with clothes suitable to move in, including closed-toed shoes.
Auditionees will be divided into groups and alternate between vocal and choreography auditions.
If time allows, expect to cold read sides from the show. Sides will be provided at the audition.
Please fill out the following paperwork to bring with you to the auditions:
The conflict calendar represents all possible rehearsal dates and times – please indicate which dates and times, if any, that you will be unavailable to attend.
A callback list will be posted by 5pm on April 10. All auditionees that are called back will be asked to read, sing and dance from provided sections of the script.
Volunteer Access Fund
If you face financial barriers related to transportation to the theatre, please check out our Volunteer Access Fund pilot program!