AUDITION NOTICE: Night of the Living Dead the Musical - Ghostlight Theatre

Title: Night of the Living Dead! The Musical!

Presented By: Ghostlight Theatre Co.

Genre: Horror Rock Musical / Comedy

Synopsis: Get ready for zombies, rock power ballads, and bloody mayhem! Based on George A. Romero’s cult classic horror film, Night of the Living Dead! The Musical! is an epic rock-fuelled horror musical by Jordan Wolfe, packed with witty dialogue, terrifying twists, and an electric score performed by a live band.Following the hit success of Evil Dead: The Musical, director Yasmin Elahi returns to Brisbane with another hilarious horror romp. This fast-paced, high-energy show sees actors take on multiple roles while belting out rock bangers and navigating blood-soaked chaos.Note: This show contains violence, blood, coarse language, sexual references, horror themes, and moments of intimacy.

Audition Date: Saturday 26 July 2025

Audition Time: Time slot will be emailed

Audition Location and Address: EvilCorp Horror Maze, 226 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley QLD

Audition Registration: Register Here

Audition Requirements:

• Prepare two 1-minute cuts of musical theatre songs in the style of the character you're auditioning for

• Songs must have a rock flavour and be performed in a standard American accent

• All auditionees will participate in a group dance call (details provided upon registering)

• Callbacks will be held on Thursday 31st July from 7:00pm

• You’ll be notified by Sunday night if you’re needed for callbacks

Available Roles:

All cast members play multiple characters. Vocal ranges and primary traits included below.

• Ben (30s): Smooth, heroic, cocky but lovable action lead. Also plays Adda Morgue (perky reporter) | Tenor – D3 to Bb4

• Johnny (20s–30s): Wise-cracking brother to Barbara. Also plays Tom (teen boyfriend) and Dan the Science Man | High Tenor – C3 to B4

• Harry (40s–50s): Grumpy dad and husband. Also plays Sheriff Tractor (wild, sexy Southern sheriff) | Baritone or Tenor – Bb3 to A4

• Barbara (20s–30s): Polite, strait-laced heroine with growing terror. Also plays Dr Gretchen (German medical examiner) | Soprano/Belt – A4 to E5

• Judy (20s): Cheerful hippy and girlfriend to Tom. Also plays Betty-Lou (10 y.o.), Robin Graves (radio announcer), and Dr Greishen | Mezzo/Belt – G3 to D5

• Helen (40s–50s): Loud, drunk wife and mum. Also plays Holden D'Seance (no-nonsense newscaster) | Mezzo – G3 to Bb4

  
  

Performance Dates:

• Friday 7 November – 7:30pm

• Saturday 8 November – 2:00pm

• Sunday 9 November – 6:00pm

• Friday 14 November – 7:30pm

• Saturday 15 November – 2:00pm

• Sunday 16 November – 6:00pm

• Friday 21 November – 7:30pm

• Saturday 22 November – 2:00pm

• Sunday 23 November – 6:00pm

Performance Location: EvilCorp Horror Maze, Fortitude Valley

Rehearsal Dates: Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays

Rehearsal Times: Evenings (Wed/Thu) and afternoons (Sat)

Warnings: This show contains strong language, adult content, horror themes, blood/gore effects, intimacy, and mature comedy.

Required Age: 18+ (due to themes and content)

Creative Team:

• Director: Yasmin Elahi

• Musical Director: William Pipe

Production Website: https://www.ghostlightbrisbane.com.au/audition

Other Information:

• This is a profit-share production. Further information will be discussed at auditions.

• Cast must become financial members of Ghostlight Theatre Co. ($25/year)

• If you have any questions, please email: ghostlight_theatre@outlook.com