🎭 Audition Notice: Sweet Charity

Join the magic at Opera Wyoming as we cast the Bob Fosse classic Sweet Charity!
We’re seeking actors, singers, and dancers of all experience levels to bring this iconic musical to life.

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📅 Audition Dates

Wednesday, December 10 — 6:00–9:00 PM
Thursday, December 11 — 6:00–8:00 PM

Mandatory Dance Call (for ALL auditionees):
Thursday, December 11 — 8:00–9:00 PM
Wear something comfortable that allows you to move.

Callbacks:
Friday, December 12 — 6:00–10:00 PM
Possible additional callbacks:
Saturday, December 13 at 10:00 AM

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🎶 What to Prepare

• 1 minute or 32 bars from a musical in the style of the show

• Bring sheet music clearly marked for the accompanist

 

❤️ Intimacy Notes

The roles of Charity, Oscar, Vittorio, and Ursula include onstage kisses, staged safely with our intimacy choreographer.
If you prefer not to be considered for these roles, please indicate this on your audition form.

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📆 Rehearsal & Performance Schedule

• Rehearsals begin: January 5

• Opening night: February 20

• Runs up to four weekends

 

🎨 Production Team

Director: Paul Alexander Hughes
Choreographer & Music Director: Cameron Michael Fehring
Stage Manager: Arianne Braughton
Assistant Stage Manager: Annemarie Barbier
Costume Designer: Fathom Swanson
Scenic Designer: Steven Spicher
Projection Designer & Intimacy Choreographer: Clint Saunders
Lighting Designer: Tiana Saunders
Props Designer: Annemarie Barbier
Sound Designer: Pat Greiner

Music by Cy Coleman
Lyrics by Dorothy Fields
Book by Neil Simon

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👥 Character Breakdown

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Charity Hope Valentine

An eternally hopeful, down-on-her-luck dance-hall hostess searching for true love.

Helene

Sultry, sassy dancer at the Fandango Ballroom; one of Charity’s closest friends.

Nickie

Brassy New Yorker, dancer at the Ballroom; Charity’s other best friend.

Vittorio Vidal

Italian film star — charming, glamorous, and adored by many. Married to the fiery Ursula.

Ursula March

Vittorio’s dramatic, jealous, hot-headed partner.

Oscar Lindquist

A sweet, anxious, slightly awkward accountant with a gentle nature.

Herman

Gruff, world-weary owner of the Fandango Ballroom — with a heart buried under the sarcasm.

Daddy Brubeck

A groovy, soulful leader of the “Rhythm of Life” revival church. Strong baritone; great comedic timing; a good mover.

Carmen

Sarcastic, sharp-witted dancer at the Ballroom; strong comedic instincts.

Rosie

The new girl — fresh-faced, eager to learn, and surprisingly clever.

Suzanne, Frenchy, Betsy, Alice, Elaine

Featured dance-hall hostesses. Strong character actors with attitude for days. Must be able to move well.

Ensemble

Versatile performers who shine in multiple featured roles. Appears in:

• Big Spender

• Rich Man’s Frug

• Rhythm of Life

• I’m a Brass Band

Strong comedic character skills and movement required.

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✨ Ready to Audition?

Bring your artistry, your energy, and your best Fosse flair—we can’t wait to meet you.