Something Rotten
by Georgetown Palace Theatre
Jan. 09 - Jan. 10 (2022)
Welcome to the Renaissance and the outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce Something Rotten. Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.
Something Rotten features large song and dance numbers, and a wacky cast of over-the-top characters, each given his or her own special moment in the show to shine. It’s become clear that “nothing’s as amazing as a musical,” so don’t miss your chance to be a part of this history-twisting tale on the Springer Stage.
The Georgetown Palace announces auditions for our Springer Stage production of Something Rotten. The production is scheduled to open Friday, April 15, 2022 and close on Sunday, May 15, 2022.
Director: Ron Watson
Music Director: Sabrina Mari Uriegas
Choreographer: Judy Thompson Price
Stage Manager: Faith Castaneda
What we’re looking for: talented and diverse performers who will have a lot of fun bringing this incredible musical to life. We are seeking talented performers of all ethnicities for all roles in this production, ages 17 and up.
Click for Something Rotten Character Breakdown
Auditions will be held in the Playhouse Audition Room on Sunday, January 9, 2022 from 6:00 pm -10:00p m. Monday, January 10 will be dance/movement auditions at the Doug Smith Performance Center from 7:00p-10:00p. Men will dance at 7:00 pm and women will dance at 8:15 pm. Non binary can choose their dancing slot based on the role that they are auditioning for. Please wear something comfortable to dance it that will not get into the way of your movements. A dancing audition is required for all performers. Auditioners will need to bring jazz and tap shoes. If you don’t own jazz shoes, please bring comfortable sneaker type shoes you’re able to move in.
Auditions will consist of singing one or two selected vocal sides from the show. An accompanist will be provided. If you are auditioning in a lead or supporting role, please sing the specified side AND the ENSEMBLE / ALL side. If you are auditioning only for the ensemble, please sing the ENSEMBLE / ALL side.
MINSTREL SIDE // MINSTREL SIDE TRACK
NICK BOTTOM SIDE // NICK BOTTOM SIDE TRACK
NIGEL SIDE // NIGEL SIDE TRACK (will be updated as we get it)
WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE SIDE // WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE SIDE TRACK
THOMAS NOSTRADAMUS SIDE // THOMAS NOSTRADAMUS SIDE TRACK
PORTIA SIDE // PORTIA SIDE TRACK
BROTHER JEREMIAH SIDE // BROTHER JEREMIAH SIDE TRACK
ENSEMBLE / ALL SIDE // ALL SIDE TRACK
Callbacks will be in person on Tuesday, January 11 by invitation only from 6:30 to 10 pm at the Doug Smith Performance Center. Callbacks are posted on the Palace website. An email with the callback link will be sent to all audition participants when the callback list gets posted online.
Click HERE to fill out the form
Something Rotten will have a read thru on February 8, 2022 and then subsequent rehearsals will begin on Tuesday, February 15, 2022. Scripts and score will be available to be picked up before February 8 to those who are offered roles in our production.
Rehearsals are typically held Monday through Thursday from 7:00-10:00 pm and Saturdays and/or Sundays* from 1:00-5:00 pm. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm, and Sundays at 2 pm. Sometimes ticket demand causes us to add Saturday Matinee performances at 2 pm.
****Sunday rehearsals will be put onto the schedule only if Saturdays become unavailable due to cast conflicts. Please put Saturday and Sunday conflicts on your form.
The Georgetown Palace is committed to creating an inclusive and safe environment in which all community members feel a sense of belonging, and does not discriminate in casting practices on the basis of an individual’s ethnicity, age, gender, physical and cognitive ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, country of origin or other factors. We strongly encourage candidates of all ages, abilities, gender, and ethnicities to audition.
Background checks: Everyone involved with the production must submit to a background check at the Palace’s expense. If you are cast, you will receive a secure link where you can fill it out. There is no cost to you.
Health and Safety Protocols: The Georgetown Palace currently requires masks for all patrons, front of house staff, performers, crew, and musicians during all performances.
However, masks are optional for performers, crew, and musicians who have a weekly negative PCR test on file with the Stage Manager.
We’re constantly monitoring and evaluating our policies and will update them based on guidance from the CDC.
The Georgetown Palace Theatre is 501c3 Non-profit organization. There is no compensation for any of the actors.
If you have any questions, please email productions@georgetownpalace.com.
