Title: Falsettos
Presented By: Phoenix Ensemble
Genre: Musical
Synopsis: Falsettos is a poignant musical about a Jewish family in New York during the late 1970s. Marvin, the central character, struggles to balance his new relationship with Whizzer and his responsibilities towards his ex-wife Trina and their son Jason. As the family navigates complex emotional terrain, including infidelity, new relationships, and a life-changing medical diagnosis, they must come together despite their differences. The musical is a synthesis of three one-act plays: In Trousers, March of the Falsettos, and Falsettoland. It is sung-through, meaning the story unfolds entirely through music.
Location: The Tin Shed, Beenleigh Showgrounds, James Street, Beenleigh
Important Dates:
Audition Dates:
Individual Auditions: October 11th (from 6:00 PM) and October 12th (from 9:00 AM)
Dance Calls: October 12th (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
Children’s Auditions (15 years & under): October 12th (2:00 PM - 3:00 PM)
Callbacks: October 13th (from 6:00 PM)
Audition Self-Tape Due: October 11th by 5:00 PM
First Rehearsal: October 27th (10:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
Rehearsals:
Monday: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sunday: 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Holiday Break: December 23rd - January 1st
Photoshoot: November 3rd (9:00 AM)
Technical Rehearsals: January 19th (Sitzprobe) and January 20th onwards
Performances:
February 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 27th, 28th, and March 1st at 7:30 PM
Bump Out: March 2nd (10:00 AM)
Audition Requirements:
Audition Form: Must be completed and submitted with a colour headshot (10cm x 15cm) and a list of all potential conflicts.
Songs: Prepare two contrasting songs in the style of the show (16-32 bars/30-60 seconds each). No songs from the show.
Dance: Bring appropriate dance shoes and wear clothes suitable for movement. A dance video will be available from September 15th.
Monologues: Provided from September 15th, prepare according to the character you are auditioning for.
Backing Tracks: Bring a device with a bluetooth or AUX connection for your backing tracks. No piano accompaniment provided.
Audition Registration: Book Your Audition
Available Roles:
Marvin: Male, 30-40, Vocal Range: C3-B4
Whizzer: Male, 30s, Vocal Range: E3-C5
Trina: Female, 30-40, Vocal Range: B3-E5
Jason: Male, 11-13, Vocal Range: G3-D5
Charlotte: Female, 30s, Vocal Range: F3-F5
Cordelia: Female, 30-40, Vocal Range: A3-E5
Mendel: Male, 30-40, Vocal Range: C3-B4
Additional Information: Phoenix Ensemble is an amateur company. All roles are unpaid. All performers must be 18 years old by the time of performances (excluding Jason). Successful applicants must become financial members and obtain a valid Blue Card. Membership ensures coverage by Voluntary Workers Personal Accident Insurance.
For more details and to book your audition, visit Phoenix Ensemble Audition Page.
Creative Team:
Director: Hayley Gervais
Choreographer: Jackson Poole
Music Director: Emma Erdis
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