The casting directors of theatre Sweeney Todd are looking for talented actors to play major roles in the theatre. The auditions are closed for the spectators.
Sweeney Todd auditions are scheduled on March 05 from 10 AM to 2 PM. The auditions will be held in the choir room of Larsen Fine Arts Center at Olivet Nazarene University.
Information About Callbacks
According to the casting crew, the callbacks are scheduled on March 06 at 2 PM. The selected candidates will be informed I advance about the callbacks. According to the casting directors, there will be no hold on callbacks. Only the candidates finally selected for the theatre will receive callbacks.
The casting directors will select the actors and models for nine principal roles. The final show dates are July 22, 23, 24.
Audition Materials
The casting crew of Sweeney Todd is looking for powerful actors and strong ensemble of singers to play principal roles in Sweeney Todd. The casting crew also requires some supporting roles to play in the theatre.
The callbacks will include character readings and pairings. For the auditions, you need to choose from songs listed in the initial audition songs in front of each character.
Cannot Make to The Auditions?
It is OK if you cannot make to the auditions due to any reason. The casting directors have made a two-step easy process to participate in the auditions.
Step 1
The directors have compiled an audition form available at https://actingout.wufoo.com/forms/sweeney-todd-audition-form/. This form contains some basic information including the following.
- Name
- Address
- Phone number
- Height
- Name of parent or guardian
- Hair color
- Age
- Vocal range including Baritone, Mezzo, Tenor, Alto, Bass, and others
- Theatrical Experience (Make sure to include all theatrical experiences)
- College
- Year
- Major
- Parts interested in (All the pars are listed below in this casting call)
- Weekend conflicts
After entering the complete information, click on Choose File to attach a photo. The photo should be very clear and recently taken. We need a full size casual photo. The photo should not be taken while performing in the theatre. Make sure that your features are clearly visible in the photo.
Step 2
After submitting the online audition form, create a video song by choosing a song from those mentioned in the initial auditions. Create a video song and send it to sharonactingout@gmail.com.
Sweeney Todd
This is the lead character of a wrongly convicted master barber. The master is a terrifyingly single-minded person who is also very intelligent and powerful. He wants to take revenge and for his new life goal, he has returned from London.
The character should have following specialties.
- Looks – Age of 35 to 50 years
- Specialty – Bass and Baritone
Mrs. Lovett
Mrs. Lovett is Sweeney’s new landlady. She is a quirky woman who is running an unsuccessful pie shop.
The character should have following requirements.
- Looks – 40+
- Specialty – Mezzo
Beggar Woman
This eerie and poor soul is living on the streets. The only source of living for her is to prostitute herself to the sailors of London docks.
The character should have following features.
- Looks – 30 to 40 years
- Specialty – Soprano
Anthony Hope
Anthony hope is a strong and brave sailor, who is also full of the joys of the world. He falls for Johanna and loves staying at home with her.
The character should have following features.
Looks – 20 to 30 years
Specialty – Tenor
Judge Turpin
Judge Turpin is the one who has sentenced Sweeney to proceed with his ambitions. Johanna is the daughter of Judge Turpin. He is a lecherous and powerful person who loves his daughter Johanna a lot but he doesn’t know that she is still alive. The judge is always looking for his daughter.
The character should have following features.
- Look – 50+
- Specialty – Bass and Baritone
The Beadle
Beadle is a supporting character in the theatre. Beadle was a part of Sweeney’s wrong imprisonment. He represents the judge in the public.
The character should have following features.
Looks – 35+
Specialty – Tenor
Johanna
Johanna is the daughter of Judge Turpin. She is now the ward of the judge. She is unaware that her father is alive. She is a blond or wants to go blond.
The character should have following features.
- Looks – 18-22
- Specialty – Soprano
Tobias Ragg
This young and loyal street urchin is very clever and intelligent. Tobias is a sharp-eyed guy with a heart of gold. He was initially employed be Pirelli.
You should have following features if you want to apply for the role of Tobias Ragg.
- Look – 10-20
- Specialty – Tenor
Pirelli
Pirello is a character who has played important role in Todd’s past. Pirelli is a fellow barber. In past, they had competed in public to prove who works best with the razor.
If you are willing to play the role of Pirelli then have a look on the features.
- Look – 25-35
- Specialty – Tenor
Jonas Fogg
Jonas is a doctor at London asylum.
The features of this character are below.
Looks – 30-50
The Ensemble
The casting directors are looking for people of 16+ ages. They will play the roles of company members to bring back Sweeney’s life. Each role is an exciting opportunity to showcase your skills, as well as update your resume with some new and exciting experiences. What are you waiting for?! Submit your information now!