UPCOMING AUDITIONS
NEXT MAINSTAGE AUDITION
7:00 pm Sunday, November 24
7:00 pm Monday, Noveber 25
The Cabin at Juxtaposition Studios
1151 Canal Drive #104, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Performance Dates:
7:00pm Thursdays – 2:00pm Sundays
January 28-February 7
All roles open
What to prepare:
– Video Submissions: Strongly encouraged for anyone unable to attend in person acknowledging these dates may be difficult due to holiday schedules. Deadline: November 25 at 11:59 PM. Email Video Submissions to: mgdoyle1510@gmail.com
– Vocal Requirement: Prepare a < 1-minute song cut of your choice in the style/genre and vocal range of your target character(s). Bring sheet music or backing track (no vocals). Songs from the musical for auditions is encouraged.
– Audition Sides: Practice sides will be emailed directly to actor’s emails shortly after audition form submission as soon as they are available.
Production Disclaimers & Content Warnings
Content & Production Warnings: This production of The Guy Who Didn’t Like Musicals contains graphic comedic violence, blood/gore effects, alien infection and undead/zombie themes, strong language, and stylized/choreographed stage combat and dance fighting.
Age Requirement: Performers must be 18+ to audition, with one exception: Minors (ages 16–17) with signed parental/guardian consent may audition exclusively for the role of Alice.
Character Breakdown & Vocal Ranges
– Paul Matthews (Tenor, G2–A4): The everyday guy who hates musicals. Reluctant, grounded, comedic straight-man.
– Emma Perkins (Mezzo-Soprano, G3–F5): Cynical, sharp-witted barista. Strong belt/mix, pop/rock musical theatre vocal style.
– Ted (Tenor / Baritenor, A2–G4): Office worker with a dark secret. High-energy comedic role with strong physical comedy.
– Charlotte (Soprano / Mezzo, A3–E5): High-strung, anxious, and deeply dramatic. Strong belt and character vocals.
– Bill (Baritone / Tenor, G2–F4): Charlotte’s husband. Devoted, slightly oblivious dad figure.
– Professor Hidgens (Tenor / Baritenor, Bb2–A4): Eccentric survivalist scientist. Energetic, dramatic operatic/showtune flair.
– Alice (Soprano / Mezzo, A3–E5): High school student, rebellious. (Open to minors with parental consent).
– Mr. Davidson / General McNamara (Baritone / Tenor, G2–G4): Dual/ensemble roles; authority figures infected by the musical alien hivemind.
– Ensemble (All Vocal Ranges): Flexible performers skilled in character work, high-energy dance, and harmony.
– Sign up with the audition form ahead of time
Directed by Michael Doyle
