New Musical Audition Opportunity. Please read below for details and let Craze know if they are interested in Casting you!!
 
Thanks,
Craze Agency
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This email is to inform you of Auditions for a brand-new Musical that is going into Production for a late Summer run.

MISSION, The Musical! is a story that is fresh and upbeat. The music is kind of a mix between "Rent" and "Grease," with a little bit of classic Broadway sound. It is definitely not what a typical, "Mormon" audience is used to hearing.     

We are scheduled to run three Weekends from August 28th, to September 12th. The show will be performed at the Post Theater at the University of Utah.

Auditions will be Wednesday, May 27th, and Thursday May 28th - 6 p.m. at the Student Union Theater on the U of U campus.
Callbacks will be Saturday, May 30th at the same location at noon.
 
Please keep in mind this is the "debut" of the show. This means we need Actors that can work hard, have fun, and also be willing to experiment. We imagine it will be an experience unlike any other show. We also do not want anyone to feel cheated so we want everyone to understand up-front that Production Budget is limited. This is a community Theater show and the Actors will not be paid. If time permits an original cast CD will be recorded by the actors. Recording experience could be helpful, but is not necessary. We hope the show will catch on and in ten years you can say "I was the first person to play that role."  We have been working on the script and music for over two years and are very excited to be finally doing the show. We hope that the actors can come willing to add the missing ingredients to the final mix.
 
Following is the Character Breakdown. While it is fairly obvious that this show is LDS based, we want anyone and everyone that is interested to audition. We prefer Talent over religious conviction. All ages for characters are approximate, if you are 25 and feel like you can pull of a great Susan then please try it.  Remember, these characters have never been seen on stage before. We have our ideas of what they are like, but you may bring something to the table that blows us away. We want fresh ideas for sure. All characters will have to sing. Please come prepared with your own music to sing a few bars. An accompanist will be provided, or bring a cd. Music for the show will be pre-recorded on cd. All actors will receive a copy for their own use.
 
If you are interested please email us a picture of yourself, (professionally taken or not) a resume, and the reason why you feel you are the best for the part. (Show us some personality here)
Send it to missionthemusical@gmail.com  with the name of the character you want to audition for in the subject line.  If you want to audition for more than one list them in order, most desired role first.

Kendall - 19-26 - Just turning 19. Life for him up to this point has been pretty easy. He is starting to realize that he has to grow up. He is finding out that you have to start relying on your own conviction to make it in this world.

Melissa - 19-26 -  Girlfriend to Kendall. Melissa is sincere and naive. She wants to help get Kendall out into the mission field so they can move on to the next phase in their lives. When that phase comes for her . . . she finds out it isn't quite what she was expecting.

Meekum - 20-30 - Nephite Warrior. Meekum is everything that Kendall isn't. He is determined and strong. His life as one of the people of Ammon has not been easy. He wants to serve his people and join Helaman's Army to show his dedication to the Lord.

Susan 35-50 - Kendall's Mother. Susan is the ever-present mother in Kendall's life. She would wipe his nose if he would still let her. It's breaking her heart to send him away for two years, but she isn't going to let anything or anyone stop it from happening.

George - 35-50 -Kendall's Father. George is the anchor that keeps Susan from getting lost at sea. He lets her be in charge, until she reaches overload, at which point he steps in with kind and loving council. Kendall knows when he needs real advice, he turns to dad.

Emni - 25-30 - Friend to Meekum. - Emni meets Meekum on the road to join the Army of Helaman. The two become friends to the end.

Miera - 40-50 - Meekum's Mother. - It is hard for Miera to let her son go to war. But she knows he is resolute in his decision. The only thing she can do is send him off with wise council, love, and the lesson that he should always rely on the Lord.

Elder Studge - 20-25 - Kendall's MTC companion. - Elder Studge is the first of the interesting companions that Kendall has on his mission. Think Weird Al's "White and Nerdy." The best thing about Elder Studge is Kendall knows he will be getting replaced in nine months.

Elder Walton - 20-25 - Kendall's Trainer, lax trainer. - Walton has one thing on his mind, going home. His fire and zeal burned out long ago and he has no desire to rekindle the flame. Maybe, just maybe, the right companion could re-ignite his gusto and send him home on a high note.

Helaman - Helaman. 29-45 - Pretty self-explanatory. If you don't know who this is read the Book of Mormon, around Alma. Muscles would be nice, he also has a big solo.

We also need several Nephite and Lamanite Warriors that will double as missionaries and other various singing parts. Muscles would be nice here as well, but not required. If you have any experience break-dancing please put that in your resume.  This show will have a small cast, 20-25 people max so you will be very busy on stage.

For more information or if you have questions please friend request Jed Christensen on Facebook, his is the one with the "MISSION" profile picture.  This will also be a good way to keep up to date on the progress of the show.