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#1

On The Record Auditions

Posted: 6/15/04 at 11:45pm

I know a lot of you could probably care less, but maybe someone would like to know.

From PlayhouseSquare.com:

DISNEY THEATRICAL PRODUCTIONS AUDITIONS FOR EXCELLENT SINGERS WHO DANCE WELL FOR DISNEY’S NEW MUSICAL ON THE RECORD

From the producers of The Lion King and Beauty and the Beast, comes ON THE RECORD, a new musical that sparkles with more than 50 of the most beloved songs ever written, from some of the most popular films ever made – including The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Tarzan, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Sleeping Beauty, Dumbo, Peter Pan, Pinocchio, Lady and the Tramp, Cinderella and Snow White.

We are seeking male and female singers who dance well for all adult roles. All roles require strong, dynamic singers who are great with harmony and are excellent musicians comfortable in many styles. We may ask you dance at some point in the day. Men and women of all cultural backgrounds are encouraged to attend. This is an AEA Production Contract; Equity and non-Equity members are welcome to audition. Rehearsals for On The Record begin in September of 2004.

All actors in the production will either play or understudy one of the following four roles:

DIANE: 30s-40s. Belter, comfortable with low, smoky, jazzy music; will belt high-ish – Cs or Ds – legit extension optional.

JULIAN: 30s-40s. Baritone or low tenor comfortable with both legit and pop music – low A to high F or G.

NICK: 20s. High tenor with bravura high notes; comfortable with both legit and pop music – low B to high A or B-flat.

KRISTEN: 20s. High belter – at least a D, with legit extension; should have good mix and soprano as well – low G or A-flat to high G or A.

WHEN:
Saturday, June 19th, 2004
8:30 AM Sign-In Begins
9:30 AM Sign-In Stops
9:30 AM Auditions Begin

WHERE:
Playhouse Square Center
Backstage at the State Theatre
1650 Chester Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44114


http://www.playhousesquare.com/Education/Education.aspx?ProgramID=16
CCM '10!
#2

re: On The Record Auditions

Posted: 6/16/04 at 12:03am

OVER FIFTY SONGS IN ONE SHOW! GOOD GOD, IF THEY DO A CAST RECORDING, IT'LL BE THREE CD'S!
"The Spectacle has, indeed, an emotional attraction of its own, but, of all the parts, it is the least artistic, and connected least with the art of poetry. For the power of Tragedy, we may be sure, is felt even apart from representation and actors. Besides, the production of spectacular effects depends more on the art of the stage machinist than on that of the poet."
--Aristotle
#3

re: On The Record Auditions

Posted: 6/16/04 at 12:05am

Too bad I was not older...be a perfect start for my career. They are holding all of the technical rehearsals here and I could tour with the show from there.
CCM '10!
#4

re: On The Record Auditions

Posted: 6/16/04 at 12:09am

How do they intend to have "more than" 50 songs in one show. Obviously this will be aimed at families and that means little kids. There ain't no kid that's gonna sit through a 5 hour musical, Disney or not.
"Noah, someday we'll talk again. But there's things we'll never say. That sorrow deep inside you. It inside me, too. And it never go away. You be okay. You'll learn how to lose things..."
#6

re: On The Record Auditions

Posted: 6/16/04 at 12:12am

I have a feeling it will be done in medleys(I cringe at that word). As in..The Aladdin medley, The Little Mermaid medley, and so on.
#7

re: On The Record Auditions

Posted: 6/16/04 at 12:13am

Wow. Disney is butchering more of their classics. Which reminds me - I can't wait to see their direct to video versions of Pinocchio 2 and Dumbo 2.
"Noah, someday we'll talk again. But there's things we'll never say. That sorrow deep inside you. It inside me, too. And it never go away. You be okay. You'll learn how to lose things..."
#8

re: On The Record Auditions

Posted: 6/16/04 at 12:15am

Michael Eisner needs to go!
"One no longer loves one's insight enough once one communicates it."

The opposite of creation isn't war, it's stagnation.
#9

re: On The Record Auditions

Posted: 6/16/04 at 12:17am

I half look forward to this. I adored most Disney films until 1996. After HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, most non-Disney/Pixar films were god awful.

Great music in LITTLE MERMAID, LION KING, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, PETER PAN, MULAN, CINDERELLA, ALADDIN, POCAHONTAS, HERCULES, and TARZAN.
"The Spectacle has, indeed, an emotional attraction of its own, but, of all the parts, it is the least artistic, and connected least with the art of poetry. For the power of Tragedy, we may be sure, is felt even apart from representation and actors. Besides, the production of spectacular effects depends more on the art of the stage machinist than on that of the poet."
--Aristotle
#10

re: On The Record Auditions

Posted: 6/16/04 at 12:18am

To me, the last good Disney movie was THE LION KING. A few after that had one or two good songs, but on the whole have absolutely no magic the other films did.

But does anyone know if this is just a musical review or does this show actually have a plot?
"Noah, someday we'll talk again. But there's things we'll never say. That sorrow deep inside you. It inside me, too. And it never go away. You be okay. You'll learn how to lose things..."
#11

re: On The Record Auditions

Posted: 6/16/04 at 12:20am

I heard it's has a plot. Wonder if it will be like MAMMA MIA!, but instead of ABBA, all Disney songs with a plot to have the songs make sense.
"The Spectacle has, indeed, an emotional attraction of its own, but, of all the parts, it is the least artistic, and connected least with the art of poetry. For the power of Tragedy, we may be sure, is felt even apart from representation and actors. Besides, the production of spectacular effects depends more on the art of the stage machinist than on that of the poet."
--Aristotle
#12

re: On The Record Auditions

Posted: 6/16/04 at 12:22am

Speaking of Disney on Broadway, does anyone know whatever happened to their stage versions of PINOCCHIO, THE LITTLE MERMAID, TARZAN or HUNCHBACK?
"Noah, someday we'll talk again. But there's things we'll never say. That sorrow deep inside you. It inside me, too. And it never go away. You be okay. You'll learn how to lose things..."
#13

re: On The Record Auditions

Posted: 6/16/04 at 12:23am

I think the Tarzan one is cast.
"One no longer loves one's insight enough once one communicates it."

The opposite of creation isn't war, it's stagnation.
#14

re: On The Record Auditions

Posted: 6/16/04 at 12:24am

TARZAN is coming 2005, I hear. It's the next Disney show to come. Then MERMAID.
"The Spectacle has, indeed, an emotional attraction of its own, but, of all the parts, it is the least artistic, and connected least with the art of poetry. For the power of Tragedy, we may be sure, is felt even apart from representation and actors. Besides, the production of spectacular effects depends more on the art of the stage machinist than on that of the poet."
--Aristotle
#15

re: On The Record Auditions

Posted: 6/16/04 at 12:28am

I don't get the concept of Tarzan. One Tarzan sings? The other acts (and swings)? Is that right or a rumor?
#16

re: On The Record Auditions

Posted: 6/16/04 at 12:28am

It is correct.
"One no longer loves one's insight enough once one communicates it."

The opposite of creation isn't war, it's stagnation.
#17

re: On The Record Auditions

Posted: 6/16/04 at 12:33am

I had wondered, because Phil Collins' music from Disney's TARZAN is not sung by Tarzan. In fact, NONE of the characters sing, except for one song "Trashin' The Camp" which would make an AMAZING Stomp-like number.

Love the music from the show, but could never picture it as a stage musical.

BTW - Rosie O Donnell was the voice of the main monkey dude that Tarzan hung out with. Perhaps Rosie will join the cast and revive her role?
"The Spectacle has, indeed, an emotional attraction of its own, but, of all the parts, it is the least artistic, and connected least with the art of poetry. For the power of Tragedy, we may be sure, is felt even apart from representation and actors. Besides, the production of spectacular effects depends more on the art of the stage machinist than on that of the poet."
--Aristotle
#18

re: On The Record Auditions

Posted: 6/16/04 at 9:36am

The mother ape somewhat "sings" You'll Be in My Heart at the beginning of the film.

Though the films were a bit weak, I love the scores to Mulan, Pocahontas and Hercules. Zippel's lyrics to Hercules are simply amazing!
"What can you expect from a bunch of seitan worshippers?" - Reginald Tresilian
#19

re: On The Record Auditions

Posted: 6/16/04 at 12:31pm

According to the Press Info. I was given at the season previews in Philly, this show is "a recoding studio setting where a team of talented people will sing and dance over 50 songs from several Disney shows including The Little Mermaid, Aladdin,Tarzan, Hunchback, Sleeping Beauty, Dumbo, Peter Pan, Pinocchio, Lady & the Tramp, Cinderella and Snow White".
http://www.kimmelcenter.org/broadway

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It will likely be medley sets and they are boasting some great special effects and Disney magic. If you're a Disney fan, this will be One to See! If not...skip it. But personally I think it's about time and it will be very popular as a touring show.

I think the chance to audition to be part of a Disney project is an opportunity I wouldn't pass up. If you're hired, you'll be seen by a ton of people who may think you're special.


www.pbentertainmentinc.com BWW regional writer "Philadelphia/South Jersey"

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