Chanhassen Dinner Theatres is seeking several local actors for their currently running production of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.
Instructions
If interested in being considered, please submit via THIS LINK.
Positions are open until filled.
Character Description
Track 1: Drifter / Ensemble: Black, Male-Presenting, Playable age of 20s-40s. Member of the doo-wop group The Drifters, as well as other ensemble features. This track sings the “baritone” part of the quartet, and serves as the understudy for the “second tenor.” Vocal Range: B2-C5. Ability to deliver great R&B vocal style with tight harmonies is essential. Strong mover. This track begins rehearsals mid-late May.
Track 2: Drifter / Ensemble: Black, Male-Presenting, Playable age of 20s-40s. Member of the doo-wop group The Drifters, as well as other ensemble features. This track sings the “baritone” part of the quartet, and serves as the understudy for the “second tenor.” Vocal Range: B2-C5. Ability to deliver great R&B vocal style with tight harmonies is essential. Strong mover. This track begins rehearsals mid August.
Track 3: Shirelle / Ensemble: Black, Female-Presenting, Playable age of 20s-40s. Member of the doo-wop group The Shirelles, as well as other ensemble features. This track sings the lead solo on “Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow” and “Uptown,” as well as the “Poison Ivy” feature in “1650 Medley.” Vocal Range: G3-D5. Ability to deliver great R&B vocal style with tight harmonies is essential. Low alto belter. Strong mover. This track begins rehearsals mid- August.
Production Dates
Closing Performance: September 28th, 2024
Weekly Performance Schedule
Tuesdays: 7:30pm
Wednesdays: 1:00pm, 7:30pm
Thursdays: 7:30pm
Fridays: 8:00pm
Saturdays: 1:00pm, 8:00pm
Sundays: 6:30pm
Production Personnel
Michael Brindisi, Co-Director Cat Brindisi, Co-Director
Tamara Kangas Erickson, Choreographer
Andy Kust, Music Director
Nick Haug, Casting Associate
Solveig Huseth, General Manager
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Follow the incredible journey of Carole King, from writing pop classics for renowned artists to her chart-topping success with Tapestry, in this captivating musical. With over two dozen timeless hits like “You’ve Got a Friend” and “Natural Woman,” this international phenomenon combines beloved songs with an unforgettable story that will leave a lasting impression.
BIPOC performers are strongly encouraged to audition. CDT is committed to becoming a more anti-racist organization on stage and throughout the company, and shall conduct all auditions in a manner that promotes fair consideration to persons of all races, ethnicities, national origins, genders, sexual orientations, ages, ability statuses, and body types. To learn more about the work that we are doing, please visit the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion page on our website.
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Actors Equity Association contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to submit.