Singin’ in the Rain Auditions

Singin’ in the Rain Auditions
Director: Scot MacDonald
Vocal Director: Linda Schonbachler
Music Director: Cindy Hansen
Choreographers: Alexandria Ingram & Trish Sabocik
Screenplay By Betty Comden and Adolph Green
Songs By Nacio Herb Brown and Arthur Freed
Auditions: Monday, December 9th at 7pm and Tuesday, December 10th at 7pm at Memorial Opera
House, 104 Indiana Ave, Valparaiso, IN 46383. Callbacks (as needed): Wednesday, December 11th at
7pm at Memorial Opera House.
Please fill out the Audition form here: https://forms.gle/GxxYm8gpYzssMMZH7
Please arrive at auditions prepared to sing a song of your choice (16 measures or less), and please
provide sheet music for the accompanist. Acapella auditions will not be accepted.
We accept video submissions, due via email not later than 5pm Tuesday, December 10th.
For any questions regarding the audition or production, or to submit a video audition please email
MOH Production Manager, Vicki Zimmerman: vzimmerman@memorialoperahouse.com
Performances: February 28 through March 16 (10 performances total, Thurs.- Sun. which includes an
additional matinee on March 8). All performances will be held at Memorial Opera House.
Rehearsals: Rehearsals officially begin in January 2025, with the possibility for rehearsals in late
December 2024. Rehearsals will take place Monday through Thursday from 7 pm - 10 pm. A read
through is scheduled for Thursday, Dec 19 at Memorial Opera House.
Show Synopsis from MTI: The "Greatest Movie Musical of All Time" is faithfully and lovingly adapted
by Broadway legends, Betty Comden and Adolph Green, from their original award-winning screenplay
in Singin' in the Rain. Each unforgettable scene, song and dance is accounted for, including the
show-stopping title number, complete with an onstage rainstorm! Hilarious situations, snappy dialogue
and a hit-parade score of Hollywood standards make Singin' in the Rain the perfect entertainment for
any fan of the golden age of movie musicals.
Singin' in the Rain has all the makings of a Tinseltown tabloid headline – the starlet, the leading man
and a love affair that could change lives and make or break careers! In silent movies, Don Lockwood
and Lina Lamont are a hot item but, behind the scenes, things aren't always as they appear on the big
screen! Meanwhile, Lina's squeaky voice might be the end of her career in "talking pictures" without
the help of a talented young actress to do the talking and singing for her.
Filled with every memorable moment from the film and a downpour of unforgettable songs, Singin' in
the Rain is a guaranteed hit for any theatre. The technical elements can be challenging but well worth
the effort when the audience is left leaping to their feet. Three extraordinary roles for dancers and a
tour de force comedic turn make this a perfect choice for any theatre with an abundance of talent
ready to shine.

Casting Requirements: All roles are open for those of all identities, ethnicities, and backgrounds aged
16 or older.
All levels of dancing abilities are encouraged to audition.
We are seeking no more than 24 actors.
Roles:
Don Lockwood
A suave Hollywood actor and dancer. Cosmo's best friend and Lina's regular co-star.
Vocal range top: Ab4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Cosmo Brown
A wacky and playful on-set pianist for silent films. Don's best friend and former dance partner.
Vocal range top: Ab4
Vocal range bottom: C3
Kathy Selden
An earnest, talented actress with wit and charm. She falls in love with Don and performs as Lina's
speaking and singing voice.
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Lina Lamont
A slow-witted silent film diva with a big personality and a harshly unpleasant voice. She is Don's
regular co-star.
Vocal range top: Eb5
Vocal range bottom: C4
R.F. Simpson
A successful, magnanimous, film producer. He leads the other characters in creating a new movie
musical.
Roscoe Dexter
A famous film director with theatrical mannerisms and tendencies. Frequently frazzled and works with
Lina and Don.
Rod
An excitable film agent bordering on manic. He works for Simpson.

MEMORIAL OPERA HOUSE
Press Release – For Immediate Publication
Male and Female Featured Ensemble
Sam, Zelda Zanders, Miss Dinsmore, Sid Phillips, Cumberland Spendrill III, etc
Ensemble
Crowd, Pedestrians, Stars, Fans, Policeman, Party Guests, Chorus Girls, Broadway Chorus, Guests,
Stagehands, Sound Crew, Screening Guests, etc

Memorial Opera House is a non-equity theatre in Valparaiso, IN.
All actors are volunteer and non-compensated.
Singin’ in the Rain is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All

authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com