AUDITION NOTICE: If/Then

Title: If/Then

Presented By: Vox Theatre Arts

Genre: Contemporary Broadway Musical

Synopsis: If/Then is a beautifully complex and heartfelt musical that follows one woman’s life across two parallel paths, exploring the intersection of fate and choice. Elizabeth, a city planner recently returned to New York, faces a pivotal crossroads. One decision leads to a life of professional success and independence, the other to love and family. With music by Tom Kitt and a book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey (Next to Normal), this deeply moving and modern musical explores how the smallest decisions can change everything.

Audition Dates:

• Friday, 23 May 2025 (7:00pm–10:00pm)

• Saturday, 24 May 2025 (10:00am–4:00pm)

Audition Times: 15-minute private sessions – book your time online

Audition Location and Address: Northside Studio, 11 Buchanan Road, Banyo QLD 4014

Callback Workshop: Friday, 30 May 2025 7:00pm–10:00pm

Audition Registration: Audition Form via Website

Audition Pack: Download Audition Pack

Audition Requirements:

Vocal Audition:

• Prepare two contrasting songs (approx. 1 minute each), one must be Musical Theatre.

• Songs must not be from If/Then.

• You may be asked to complete a vocal range test.

• Bring your own backing track on a device compatible with an AUX cord (bring an adapter if needed).

• You're encouraged to act the song and show emotional connection and character.

Acting Audition:

• Prepare one monologue or duologue scene from the provided audition sides: Audition Sides

• Scenes do not need to be memorised – reading from a prompt copy is fine.

• General American accent required for all scenes.

• A reader will be available for duologues.

Available Roles:

ELIZABETH

• Vocal Range: A3 – E5

• Stage Age: 38

• Presenting Gender: Female

• Description: Newly single and back in New York City, Elizabeth is determined to restart her life and make the right choices this time. A former grad student now recovering from a long and unhappy marriage, she is capable but not confident, ambitious yet anxious. She’s smart, straightforward, and longs for joy, though she fears it may be out of reach. This is a complex, emotionally driven leading role requiring strong vocal and acting skills.

KATE

• Vocal Range: A3 – F5

• Stage Age: 30–45

• Presenting Gender: Female

• Description: A vibrant, no-nonsense New Yorker and a sparkly, tough-as-nails kindergarten teacher. Kate is an open-hearted, unapologetic feminist who lights up every room. She’s the life of the party, a supportive friend, and someone who sees the good in everyone. Her relationship with Anne brings balance and emotional resonance to the show.

ANNE

• Vocal Range: E4 – C5

• Stage Age: 30–45

• Presenting Gender: Female

• Ethnicity: All Ethnicities

• Description: Anne is Kate’s girlfriend and eventual wife. She is calm, rational, and grounded, providing a stabilising contrast to Kate’s exuberance. Though more reserved, she’s deeply loving and emotionally intelligent. A beautiful, mature role requiring sincerity and subtlety.

JOSH

• Vocal Range: C2 – A#4

• Stage Age: 35–45

• Presenting Gender: Male

• Description: A kind-hearted, grounded man from the Midwest who served as an Army doctor and now works in medicine. Josh is confident in his professional life but unsure in love, making him endearing and relatable. His romantic journey with Elizabeth is central to the storyline.

LUCAS

• Vocal Range: B2 – G#4

• Stage Age: 30–40

• Presenting Gender: Male

• Description: A passionate, intellectual activist and blogger who is deeply principled and emotionally intense. Lucas is a free-spirited urban farmer with a rebellious streak, challenging societal norms and fiercely loyal to his ideals and friends. Sexuality is fluid and an important part of his character’s journey.

DAVID

• Vocal Range: A#2 – A4

• Stage Age: 30–40

• Presenting Gender: Male

• Description: Lucas’ boyfriend and a successful surgeon. David is charming, grounded, and quietly confident, with traditional values and a warm heart. His scenes require vulnerability and genuine emotional connection.

STEPHEN

• Vocal Range: D3 – D4

• Stage Age: 35–45

• Presenting Gender: Male

• Description: A suave and politically savvy city official who blends idealism with realism. Stephen is ambitious, smooth, and occasionally manipulative. He’s attractive, knows it, and is unafraid to use it. Requires charisma and nuance.

ELENA

• Vocal Range: E4 – C5

• Stage Age: 25–30

• Presenting Gender: Female

• Description: Bright-eyed and recently graduated with an MA in Urban Studies, Elena is enthusiastic, ambitious, and eager to learn. She becomes Elizabeth’s protégé and represents fresh hope and forward momentum.

ENSEMBLE (4–6 Performers)

• Stage Ages: 25–45

• Description: A diverse and vital part of the New York City world. Ensemble members will portray various citizens and have opportunities for featured vocal moments. Strong singers and actors needed. Movement may be included.

Scheduling:

Performance Dates:

• Preview: Thursday 9 October

• Opening Night: Friday 10 October

• Closing Matinee & Night: Saturday 11 October

Performance Location: Arcana Empress Theatre, 46 Evesham St, Moorooka

Rehearsal Dates: Starting Sunday 13 July

Rehearsal Times:

• Tuesdays: 7:00pm – 10:00pm

• Thursdays: 7:00pm – 10:00pm

• Sundays: 10:00am – 3:00pm

Rehearsal Locations:

• Vox Studio (Upper Mount Gravatt)

• Northside Studio (Banyo)

Tech & Bump-In Begins: Sunday 5 October

Cast and crew must be fully available from this date through to closing.

Warnings:

• Themes of death, grief, and loss

• Profanity throughout

• Romantic intimacy between same and opposite-gender couples

Creative Team:

• Director: Hayley Gervais

• Musical Director: Alex Angus

• Assistant Director & Choreographer: Ruby Thompson

• Assistant Musical Director: Erin Power

Production Website: www.voxtheatrearts.com

Other information:

• This is an amateur production; no roles are paid.

• Please be advised the show contains profanity and onstage intimacy. An Intimacy Coordinator will be present throughout rehearsals.

• Vox Theatre Arts champions diverse casting and encourages performers of all ethnicities, genders, sexualities, abilities, and backgrounds to audition.

• All performers must be 18+ by the first rehearsal.

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