Timber Lake Playhouse
Mount Carroll, IL

DESCRIPTION

Call Type: EPA

AUDITION DATE

Sunday, February 2, 2025

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (C)

Lunch 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

APPOINTMENTS
To schedule an audition appointment, please email [email protected] with “LOCAL EPA 2/2” in the subject line.

CONTRACT

SPT $761 weekly minimum (SPT 8)

SEEKING

Equity actors for roles in Timber Lake

Playhouse's 2025 Season (See breakdown).

PREPARATION

Please prepare a short song that both reflects the season’s programming and brings you joy.
Also, please bring your headshot and resume stapled together.

LOCATION

Timber Lake Playhouse

8215 Black Oak Road

PO Box 29

Mount Carroll, IL 61053-0029

PERSONNEL

Expected to attend:
Tommy Ranieri – Artistic Director
See breakdown for production specific personnel.

OTHER DATES

See breakdown for production specific dates.

OTHER

www.timberlakeplayhouse.org

An Equity Monitor will not be provided.

The producer will run all aspects of this audition.
Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination.
Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a
policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of
inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition.

Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.

BREAKDOWN

Timber Lake Playhouse 2025 Season

SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER THE MUSICAL

Based on the Paramount/RSO Film and the story by Nik Cohn

Adapted for the stage by Robert Stigwood in collaboration with Bill Oakes

North American version written by Sean Cercone and David Abbinanti

Featuring songs by The Bee Gees

Arrangements and orchestrations by David Abbinanti

First Rehearsal - May 13th, 2025

Opening - May 30th, 2025

Closing - June 15th, 2025

NOTE: All characters in this play will be working with a believable Brooklyn Accent.

SEEKING:
Tony Manero. 19. Handsome, charismatic Brooklyn Italian. Ringleader of his gang of friends, The Faces. Tough guy exterior with vulnerability underneath – a “thinker,” not a “talker.” He comes alive whenever he dances. (Range: A2-G4)

Bobby C. 19. Genuine and less self-assured than the other guys. He breaks up with his high school girlfriend, Pauline, at their urging, and continuously struggles with doing the right thing. (Range: C3-A4)

Gus. 19. A follower. Not afraid to lie to cover his own ass. (Range: E3-F#4)
Double-J. 19. A charming and funny jokester and a real bruiser. Physically the toughest of the gang. (Range: C3-F#4)

Joey. 19. A real “wise-guy” with possible connections. (Range: E3-A4)
Monty. Any age. The MC, DJ, and gatekeeper of 2001. Good-looking and charismatic with a big personality. After Tony, the coolest person in town. (Range: B2-G4)

Frank Manero. 40s-50s. Tony’s father. An out-of-work construction worker who feels like the world has turned its back on him.

Flo Manero. 40s-50s. Tony’s mother. A devout Catholic, she cares deeply for her family and especially idolizes her son, Frank Jr.

Frank Jr. 20s. Tony’s brother who has left the priesthood. Humble and full of good advice.

Linda Manero. 18+ to play 16. Tony’s little sister. Sunny and spunky.

Stephanie Mangano. 20. Puts on airs to hide her Brooklyn upbringing, but every now and then a bit of the old neighborhood comes out. She may be pretentious and lack tact at times, but she is still genuinely likeable. Strong singer and dancer. (Range: Bb3-F#5)

Pauline. 19. Sweet and optimistic ex-girlfriend of Bobby. She is hurt by Bobby’s behavior, but there’s a larger issue that’s concerning her. (Range: G3-E5)

Annette. 19. Overeager to please, a “puppy-dog” with an insecure edge. Is incredibly hurt that Tony does not have feelings for her. Strong singer and dancer. (Range: F3-C5)

Candy. Any age. The resident singer of 2001. Sexy and confident, beloved by everybody. Strong singer/belter. (Range: A4-G5)

Ensemble. Late teens-30s. A strong ensemble of singer-dancers who populate the Brooklyn world of 1977 and, most specifically, that of the club 2001 Odyssey.

ROCK OF AGES
Book by Chris D’Arienzo
Arrangements and Orchestrations by Ethan Popp

First Rehearsal - June 3rd, 2025
Opening - June 20th, 2025
Closing - July 6th, 2025

SEEKING:

Drew. 20s. An appealing, good-guy rocker with great boyish charm and vulnerability. Works as a bar back at the legendary Bourbon Room, hoping and waiting for dreams of stardom to come true. Finds an instant attraction to Sherrie, who encourages him to chase his dreams. Strong rock tenor voice. (Range: Bb3-D5)

Sherrie. 20s. An in-shape, fresh-faced, innocent Midwestern arrival stepping into a new world to pursue dreams of stardom in LA. Strong comedic timing, strong rock belt, good movement ability. Comfortable in revealing/skimpy clothing. (Range: G3-F5)

Lonny. Late 20s-40s. The narrator of the piece. Charming, mischievous, with a vibrant personality. A guy who would be fun to spend one drunken night with. Strong comedic timing, improv skills, and strong rock vocals. (Range: D3-D5)

Dennis Dupree. 30s-40s. Classic stoner type who runs the famous Bourbon Room. Torn about selling the club to a German businessman. Laid back and easygoing. Very strong comedic timing and Baritenor
rock vocals. (Range: D3-G4)

Stacee Jaxx/Father. 30s-40s. An oversexed, sexy rock star. Recently left a successful metal band to venture out solo. Arrogant and charming, his life is a merry-go-round of sex, drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll.
Strong comedic timing and strong rock tenor voice. (Range: C3-Eb5)

Justice/Mother. 40s-50s. A commanding presence with easy sensuality. Former performer, now operates a strip club where Sherrie ends up working. Maternal and sultry with strong soulful vocals
and belt. (Range: G3-Db5)

Hertz Klinemann. 40s-60s. An older German businessman trying to buy up the Sunset Strip for development. Villainous, with a commanding presence and strong comedic timing. A good German accent. Baritone vocals. (Range: F3-G#4)

Franz Klinemann. 20s-30s. Hertz’s foppish son. Works for his father reluctantly. Shy, gentle, with a big heart. Strong comedic timing and vocals. A good German accent. (Range: Db3-E5)

Regina. 20s-30s. A fun, tree-hugging fighter who will stop at nothing to protect the Sunset Strip. Strong comedic timing and belt vocals. Comfortable in revealing/skimpy clothing. (Range: A3-Eb5)

Mayor/Ja’Keith/Ensemble. 20s-40s. A strong character with good comedic timing. Doubles asmultiple roles. Strong rock tenor and movement ability.

Joey Primo/Ensemble. 20s-40s. A young rocker with a strong rock tenor and strong dance/movement ability.

Ensemble. Late teens-30s. Strong dancers proficient in jazz and modern. Comedic ability and strong rock vocals. Pole dancing skills a plus.

WAITRESS

Book by Jessie Nelson

Music and Lyrics by Sara Bareilles

Based upon the motion picture written by Adrienne Shelly

First Rehearsal - June 24, 2025

Opening - July 11, 2025

Closing - July 27, 2025

SEEKING:

Jenna. 20s-30s. A woman stuck in her life as an unhappily married waitress in a small town. Finds solace in baking pies and her friendships with coworkers, Dawn and Becky. Lives paycheck-topaycheck,
longing to start fresh away from her destructive husband. Has a fantastic pop/rock voice with great range.

Dawn. 20s. The youngest of the waitresses. Eccentric, slightly unusual, and meticulously detailoriented.
Sets the tables with precision. Has an excellent pop/rock/folk voice.

Becky. 40s-50s. The oldest of the waitresses. Irreverent and tough but keeps a wicked sense of humor. Has a soulful pop voice with an excellent pop belt.

Dr. Pomatter. 30s-40s. Handsome, endearing, and neurotic. Jenna’s gynecologist with whom an unexpected extramarital affair begins. Quirky with a big heart. Has impeccable comedic timing and moves well. Strong pop/rock tenor voice required.

Earl. 20s-30s. Jenna’s husband. Peaked in high school; handsome in a gruff way but clouded with broken dreams. Displays narcissism mixed with volatility. Guitar playing a plus.

Ogie. 30s. Strange yet oddly lovable. Becomes slightly obsessed with Dawn after a brief date. Quirky and persistent with excellent comedic timing. Has an excellent pop/rock tenor/baritenor voice.

Joe. 60s-70s. Owner of the diner where Jenna, Dawn, Becky, and Cal work. Seemingly curmudgeonly but has a soft spot for Jenna. Sarcastically funny with a no-nonsense demeanor.

Cal. 40s. Chef at the diner. A "salt of the earth" guy surrounded by gals. Brash and unsentimental yet charming. Strong pop/rock baritone voice and excellent comedic timing required.

Lulu. 4-5 years old. Daughter of Jenna and Earl. A sweet, carefree child who appears in the last scene. Should be confident with some dialogue and movement. Shorter than 127cm.

Ensemble. 20s-40s. Have excellent pop/rock voices in the style of Sara Bareilles, strong comedic timing, and be able to play various community characters. Strong movers/dancers.

DISNEY’S FROZEN

Music and Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez

Book by Jennifer Lee

Based on the Disney film written by Jennifer Lee and directed by Chris Buck & Jennifer Lee

First Rehearsal - July 15, 2025

Opening - August 1, 2025

Closing - August 17, 2025

SEEKING:

Elsa. 20s. Born with magical powers that can overwhelm her when she becomes afraid and harm others if not handled with care. Withdrawn and anxious as she grows older but eventually learns to control her powers and embrace her confidence. (Range: F#3-D5)

Anna. 18-20s. Filled with light, energy, and love. A hopelessly optimistic extrovert who longs for connection, especially with her sister Elsa. Strong singer with great comic timing. (Range: G3-D5)

Kristoff. 20s. Hardworking ice harvester with a sarcastic veneer and a rough exterior hiding a big heart. A bit of a loner with a reindeer as his best friend until he meets Anna. (Range: G2-A3)

Hans. 20s. Ambitious and overlooked thirteenth son of a king. Exceedingly charming facade that fools everyone into believing he's Prince Charming, but he's deceitful and manipulative. (Range: G2-B3)

Olaf. Any age. Magical snowman created by Anna and Elsa when they were young. Endearingly delighted by everything, especially the idea of summer. Goofy and sweet, with excellent comic timing.
(Range: F#2-D4)

Sven. Any age. Loyal and spirited reindeer who is best friends with Kristoff.
Pabbie. 20s-30s. Mystical leader of the Hidden Folk. Parental, kind, and nurturing, with a soft spot for "strays."

Bulda. 20s-30s. Mystical leader of the Hidden Folk. Maternal and warm, wants the best for Kristoff, even if occasionally misguided.
Weselton. 50s-70s. Visiting duke with a huge inferiority complex. Bombastic and overbearing, his primary goal is to hobnob with influencers and royalty. (Range: F#2-D4)

Bishop. 50s-70s. Officiates Elsa’s coronation and communicates formally with the Townspeople of Arendelle.

King Agnarr. 20s. Warm-hearted ruler of Arendelle and Elsa and Anna’s father. Protects his family while concealing Elsa’s powers from the kingdom.
Queen Iduna. 20s. Wise and kind mother of Elsa and Anna, with a deep understanding of Elsa’s powers due to her own Northern Nomad heritage.

Oaken. 20s-30s. Cheerful and convivial wandering salesperson with a passion for all things cozy and comfortable.

Young Elsa. 8. Elsa as a child. Initially playful but grows withdrawn as her powers develop and become difficult to control. (Range: A3-C#5)

Young Anna. 5. Anna as a child. Optimistic and full of love for her sister. Strong comedic timing. (Range: G3-D5)

Ensemble. 20s-30s. Seeking strong singers and dancers to play townspeople,
Hidden Folk, snow dancers, and other various roles.

FRIENDSHIP LANDING
The 2025 Andy Bro New Work Commission. A World Premiere Comedy
Book, Music, and Lyrics by Nathan Fosbinder

First Rehearsal - August 5, 2025
Opening - August 22, 2025
Closing - August 31, 2025

SEEKING:

Jackson. 20; turns 21 over the summer. A junior from a prestigious musical theatre school, talented but jaded about working this summer gig. Arrives unprepared but grows to appreciate Friendship Landing and begins having ideas to improve the park. M3 in the shows.

Archie. 19. Attends the same school as Jackson but doesn’t start as his friend. Awkward yet brilliant, Archie finds his place as the group’s pseudo musical director. Everyone’s little brother. M2 in the
shows.

Karl. Age unknown. Eastern-European and incredibly mysterious. Frequently alludes to an insane past and slowly reveals he may be around 40. An absolute enigma. M1 in the shows.

Doug. 24. Silent but deadly company manager of the group, who is also the male swing. Hates performing but does so only when absolutely necessary. Smart, dry, and a comedic assassin. Male swing.

Lexi. 22. A college senior who hates being left out of the core company. Uses every chance she gets on stage to re-audition. Forced to play mascot roles four times daily, slowly unraveling as the summer
progresses. Female swing.

Penny. 19. Youngest and most talented member of the cast. Bright-eyed and optimistic, if somewhat naive. Possibly in love with Jackson, though this does not bode well for her. Incoming college
sophomore with Broadway aspirations. F1 in the shows.

Dominique. 21. Jackson’s closest confidant. An incredible vocalist who is already disillusioned with life in New York. Needs this summer to be amazing. In a long-distance relationship that keeps her preoccupied. F2 in the shows.

Kelly. 22. Recently graduated college and the best dancer in the cast, though intimidated by the bigger personalities. Discovers her own strength over the summer. F3 in the shows.

Female Authority Figure. 40+. Portrays all the adult characters, including the director, the park executive, various parents, and the landlord of the communal house. Characters include Tammy, Robin, Muriel, Sheila, Friendship Landing V.O., etc.

THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY

Music and Lyrics by Jason Robert Brown

Book by Marsha Norman

First Rehearsal - August 26, 2025

Opening - September 12, 2025

Closing - September 21, 2025

NOTE: Marian and Chiara will be played by the same actor.

SEEKING:

Francesca Johnson. 35-50. Italian-born woman, generous, luminous, and funny. Now married to a farmer and living in Iowa. (Range: G3-G#5)

Richard “Bud” Johnson. 40-50. Francesca’s husband. Diligent, dependable Iowa farmer, but exhausted and irritated that life hasn’t gotten easier. (Range: C3-F4)

Robert Kincaid. 40-50. Rugged, worldly, and visionary photographer who shares a deep connection with Francesca. (Range: B2-A4)

Marian/Chiara. 35-45. Marian - Robert’s former wife, a musician. Chiara - Francesca’s sister, still living in Italy. (Range: A3-D5)

Michael. 16-18. Francesca and Bud’s son. Spirited and opinionated, grappling with his future. (Range: E3-G#4)

Carolyn. 14-16. Francesca and Bud’s daughter. Naive and sweet with a youthful energy. (Range: A3-C5)

Marge. 45-60. Francesca’s nosy and sassy neighbor who brings levity to the community. (Range: G3-C5)

Charlie. 45-60. Marge’s husband, grounded and affable. (Range: E3-C4)

Ensemble. Covered by all cast members except Francesca and Robert.

SALARY

SPT $761 weekly minimum (SPT 8)

UNION

AEA