A vibrant and heartwarming musical comedy that revolves around the story of a high school girl named Emma, who wants to take her girlfriend to the prom in her conservative small town. However, the town’s PTA cancels the prom to prevent her from attending with her girlfriend. In comes a group of down-on-their-luck Broadway stars who, looking for a cause to revive their public images, decide to support Emma’s cause. The stars bring their theatrical flair to the small town, causing a stir but ultimately helping to challenge the town’s prejudices. Amidst the chaos, humor, and show tunes, the musical delves into themes of acceptance, love, and the importance of standing up for who you are. “The Prom” combines catchy songs, dynamic dance numbers, and a poignant story to create a celebratory and meaningful theatrical experience.
Join us in celebrating the importance of acceptance, inclusivity, and the fight for equal rights. The Prom highlights the power of allyship and the positive change that can occur when people from different backgrounds unite for a common cause, advocating for acceptance and equality in a heartwarming, entertaining, and thought-provoking manner.
Jorge Bermudez – Director
Karen Shuman – Choreographer
Alex Fayer – Vocal Director
John Gelasi – Orchestra Director
Ethan Drover – Assistant Director
Roger Zawacki – Producer
Christy Sturm – Photographer
Justin Charles – Content Creator
M’LYNN EATENTON – Tracey Lanman
SHELBY EATENTON-LATCHERIE – Christina Giorgi
TRUVY JONES – Tracy Parr
ANNELLE DUPUY-DESOTO – Nora Brown
CLAIREE BELCHER – Alison Hage
OUISER BOUDREAUX – Julie Dietrich Brouton
M’LYNN/OUISER/CLAIREE/TRUVY SWING – Nicole Lapas
ANNELLE/SHELBY SWING – Molly Engdahl
*Swings will be performing in the 2pm show on 4/21
Audition Information
Theatre 121 will be holding open auditions for the upcoming production of THE PROM.
AUDITION INFORMATION:
Dates: Sunday, April 6th and Monday, April 7th
Callbacks will be by invitation only on Tuesday, April 8th.
Location: Woodstock Opera House (enter through front entrance)
AUDITION FORMAT:
REHEARSALS:
TECH REHEARSALS*: Tech weeks are the weeks of June 8th and June 15th
SHOW DATES*:
Friday, June 20 at 7:30 pm
Saturday, June 21 at 2:00 and 7:30 pm
Sunday, June 22 at 2:00 pm
Friday, June 27 at 7:30 pm
Saturday, June 28 at 2:00 and 7:30 pm
Sunday, June 29 at 2:00 pm
*You must be available for all tech rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and performances to be considered for casting.
If you have any questions, please contact the Producer, Roger Zawacki
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Characters: (all roles available)
Theatre 121 is committed to diversity and inclusion in our casting practices. Character ages listed are stage ages, and the genders are as presented in the script. We strongly encourage actors of all gender identities, ethnicities, races, ages, and abilities to audition for any role they identify with.
Emma Nolan – Teenager in Indiana. A reluctant poster child for LGBTQ youth. Very smart. A bit of a tomboy quality.
Gender: Female
Age: 17
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Dee Dee Allen – Broadway diva. A huge ego to match her huge talent. Hilariously self-involved, but yearns to do something good for someone other than herself.
Gender: Female
Age: 40’s – 50’s
Vocal range: E3 – E5
Barry Glickman – Flamboyant Broadway star. Completely politically incorrect and doesn’t know it. Longs to give Emma the prom he was unable to have as a teen. Strong singer.
Gender: Male
Age: Around 47
Vocal range: Bb3 – F#4 (Ab5, if possible)
Alyssa Greene – A cheerleader and top student. Secretly Emma’s girlfriend. Faces constant pressure from her mother and friends.
Gender: Female
Age: 17-18
Vocal range: Ab4 – Eb5
Trent Oliver – Pretentious Juilliard graduate recently cast in the non-Equity tour of Godspell. Loves to hear himself speak.
Gender: Male
Age: Late 20’s – 30’s
Vocal range: C3 – Ab5
Tom Hawkins – The straitlaced school principal. An ally to Emma and a long-time fan of DeeDee.
Gender: Male
Age: 40’s and up
Vocal range: G2 – F4
Angie: An ensemble member in the Broadway production of Chicago. Jaded Fosse girl with a heart of gold.
Gender: Female
Age: Late 30’s – 40’s
Vocal Range: Ab4 – E5
Mrs. Greene – Alyssa’s intimidating, conservative, but ultimately loving mother. The head of the PTA.
Gender: Female
Age: 30’s and up
Vocal range: A4 – C5
Sheldon – A charismatic press agent
Gender: Open
Age: mid 20’s and up
Shelby – HS student at school who bullies (but eventually learns to accept) Emma.
Gender: Female
Kaylee – HS student at school who bullies (but eventually learns to accept) Emma.
Gender: Female
Nick – HS student at school who bullies (but eventually learns to accept) Emma. JV football player.
Gender: Male
Kevin – HS student at school who bullies (but eventually learns to accept) Emma.
Gender: Male
Ensemble – Olivia Keating (reporter), HS Students, reporters, Parents, Coach, Motel Clerk, Cast
of the Non-Equity Tour of Godspell, Mrs. Greene’s friend, LGBTQ students