SOMETHING ROTTEN!
Book by Karey Kirkpatrick, John O’Farrell
Music and Lyrics by Karey Kirkpatrick, Wayne Kirkpatrick
Directed by Caleb Lacy
Music Director: Bob Gauthier
Choreographer: Emma Tompkins
WHEN
Audition Day 1: Monday March 24th, 2025 6:30pm-9:30pm
Audition Day 2: Tuesday March 25th, 2025 6:30pm-9:30pm
Callbacks (as needed): Thursday March 27th, 2025 6:30pm-9:30pm
WHERE
Lyric Music Theatre
176 Sawyer St
South Portland, ME 04106
WHAT
-The initial Auditions will consist of a singing, dance (general) and dance (tap) portions. Some performers may also be asked to do cold reads.
-The vocal audition will consist of each performer singing their cut alone to the production team.
-The dance (general) auditions will be a group audition in which the choreographer will teach the group a short dance which will be performed by all to the Production team. View a dance tutorial.
– The dance (tap) auditions will be a group audition in which the choreographer will teach ONLY those that are interested in showcasing their tap skills a short tap dance which will be performed to the Production team. View a tap dance tutorial.
-The Director may also ask SOME performers to cold read sides after the initial singing/dancing. This will not be expected or asked of everyone.
-Auditioners should come prepared with a song/cut in the style of the show based on the roles they plan to audition for. The show score will be on hand if needed.
-For the Dance portion, Auditioners should also bring/wear clothes that are comfortable for movement and footwear for dance/movement (No crocs or flip-flops please).
-Auditioners should bring a list of any conflicts they may have between April 14th and June 30th
-Auditioners must be 18+
-Rehearsals begin March 31st and will take place evenings Sunday through Wednesday. Final Schedule will be released after actor conflicts have been accounted for.
-If you are cast, performers are expected to be at all rehearsals they are called for (excepting in emergency situations and prearranged conflicts). Performers are also expected to be at ALL rehearsals the last two weeks prior to opening as well as helping with the show strike (excepting in emergency situations and prearranged conflicts).
Lyric Music Theater is committed to diversity in our productions, both on stage and off. We encourage people of every race, sexual orientation, faith, gender identity, physicality and ability to audition or contact us about other opportunities. A culture of inclusion is essential to our mission at Lyric. As creators of art that relies on human empathy, we aspire to create a community built on respect, belonging, collaboration, and creativity. Lyric is invested in exploring multiple perspectives and embracing the value of all people. We seek to cultivate an environment in which our differences are explored with generosity and openness.
Description
Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN*
*Please Note- all Genders and Age ranges are stage presentation and not a requirement for casting the performer. If you do not identify with or fit within what’s listed it does not preclude you from being considered for/cast in the role.
Shakespeare: The Bard. Over the top with a huge ego.
Gender: male
Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range: Ab4-Ab2
Nick Bottom: A struggling writer who cannot stand Shakespeare. Nigel’s older brother.
Gender: male
Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range: G4- A2
Nigel Bottom: Nick’s sweet younger brother. A struggling writer who falls in love with Portia, a Puritan.
Gender: male
Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range: A4-Eb3
Bea: Nick’s wife. She loves Nick despite his past lack of success. She dresses up like a man to prove she can be an actor.
Gender: female
Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range: D5- D3
Portia: A Puritan woman who loves poetry, theater, and ultimately Nigel.
Gender: female
Age: 20 to 35
Vocal range: F#5- G3
Nostradamus: A larger than life soothsayer who is the cousin of the famous historical seer
Gender: Any
Age: 40 to 50
Brother Jeremiah: Portia’s father. A Puritan who thinks Nick and Nigel’s plays are sinful.
Gender: male
Vocal range: G4- G3
Lord/Lady Clapham: A posh patron of the theater.
Gender: Any
Shylock: An investor to whom Nick and Nigel are in debt.
Gender: male
Minstrel: The musical narrator of our show who introduces the audience to our world.
Gender: male- Vocal range: A4-C#3
Ensemble: Roles include: Minstrel, Townspeople, Troupe, Lord Clapham, Shylock, Man Servants, Crowd, Chorus, and more.