AUDITION NOTICE: Oklahoma! - Gold Coast Little Theatre

Samantha Hancock
Jul 13
3 min read

Title: Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Oklahoma!

Presented By: Gold Coast Little Theatre (GCLT)

Genre: Musical Theatre

Synopsis:

Set in the early 1900s, Oklahoma! brings to life the rugged charm of the American frontier as the territory teeters on the edge of statehood. At the centre of this classic musical is the love story between cowboy Curly and independent farm girl Laurey. Their romance is complicated by rivalry, ambition, and societal change, all unfolding in a vibrant community of pioneers. With unforgettable songs like Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’, People Will Say We’re in Love, and I Cain’t Say No, this show is a heartwarming celebration of love, perseverance, and the pioneering American spirit.

Written By: Music by Richard Rodgers, Book & Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, Based on the play Green Grow the Lilacs by Lynn Riggs

AUDITION INFORMATION

Audition Date: Saturday 23 August

📍 Southport Community Centre, 6 Lawson Street, Southport QLD

Registration: 9:30am
Movement Call: 10:00am – 10:30am
Dance Call: 10:30am – 11:30am
Individual Vocal Auditions: Begin from 11:40am

Callback Date: Sunday 24 August

📍 Southport Community Centre, Performing Arts Room 1 (PA1)

AUDITION PROCESS

Register: Fill out the audition registration form and select your preferred vocal timeslot. Click here to register
Prepare Your Material:
- Prepare two contrasting song excerpts, approximately 32 bars or 1.5 minutes each.
- One of these must be from a Rodgers and Hammerstein musical.
- Songs from Oklahoma! are permitted, but only one of your two selections may be from the show.
- If auditioning for multiple roles, consider selecting songs that reflect different character types.
- Songs must be performed with a backing track (no live accompaniment).
Dance & Movement:
- All auditionees (except those auditioning exclusively for the role of Andrew Carnes) must attend the Movement Call and Dance Call.
What to Bring:
- A printed CV and headshot to submit upon registration.
- Your own device for backing tracks (pre-cued and tested).

AVAILABLE ROLES:

Leads:

Curly McLain (20–35, Baritone, Male): Confident, charismatic cowboy in love with Laurey.
Laurey Williams (18–30, Soprano, Female): Strong-willed, emotionally guarded farm girl.
Ado Annie Carnes (18–30, Mezzo, Female): Energetic, lovestruck comic relief in a love triangle.
Will Parker (20–30, Tenor, Male): Cheerful cowboy and suitor of Ado Annie. Must be a strong dancer.
Jud Fry (30–50, Bass-Baritone, Male): Brooding, isolated farmhand with a dark obsession.

Supporting:

Aunt Eller (50–70, Alto, Female): Laurey’s tough but warm-hearted aunt, respected in town.
Ali Hakim (30–40, Baritone, Male – Middle Eastern or South Asian): Comedic Persian peddler.
Andrew Carnes (50–70, Baritone, Male): Ado Annie’s strict, no-nonsense father and local judge.

Featured:

Cord Elam (30–50, Baritone, Male): Federal marshal, upholder of justice.
Gertie Cummings (20–30, Soprano, Female): Annoying laugh and an eye on Curly.
Fred (16+, Baritone, Male): Friendly farmer and member of the community.
Ike Skidmore (30+, Baritone, Male): Ranch owner where the Box Social takes place.