Jekyll & Hyde, the musical
by The Harlequin

Aug. 13 - Aug. 14 (2023)

Auditions for a role in Jekyll & Hyde, the musical with The Harlequin on Aug 13 through Aug 14.

We are thrilled to announce our 50th season opening production: "Jekyll & Hyde" The Musical! 🌟 Join us from October 13-28 for an unforgettable theatrical experience! This is just the beginning of our phenomenal 50th season, with 6 more incredible musical productions soon to be revealed! But we couldn't contain our excitement about "Jekyll & Hyde," so here it is!

AUDITION DETAILS

August 13th, 2023  12:00-4:00🗓️ August 14th - 8:00-10:00

Alamo City Arts Studios (located at 2800 NE Interstate 410 Unit 307 San Antonio, TX 78218)

Performers please prepare 2 contrasting song in the style of the show, 32 bars or a verse and chorus. Please bring tracked music for your audition. (You may also email your track while setting up your audition time slot). We will have Bluetooth connectivity, speakers & computers available for your music. Note an accompanist will not be provided! If you choose, you can audition a capella….we just want to see what you can do. We are looking for singers and dancers to fill all roles!

Please bring a headshot and resume if you have one. Individuals of all ethnic and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to audition for all roles. Auditions are for performers 17 and up for this production.

To set up your audition, please email us at TheHarlequinSA@Yahoo.com with your preferred time slot. Auditions will be scheduled on a first come basis. We will respond with a confirmation of your audition time. If unable to attend please email the address above for special arrangements. Rehearsals are scheduled to begin first week of September. The show will be directed by Shawn Kjos.

We can't wait to see your talent shine! Break a leg at auditions!

Characters:

Gabriel John Utterson
Serves as Jekyll's lawyer and helpful friend. He advises the troubled doctor on personal and professional affairs.
Gender: Male
Age: 30 to 45
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: B2
Sir Danvers Carew
Emma's loving father and Chairman of the Board of Governors. A charming and gentle man.
Gender: Male
Age: 60 to 70
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: C3
Henry Jekyll / Edward Hyde
Jekyll is a doctor obsessed with discovering the true nature behind the good and evil in man and Emma's fiancee. After he uses an experimental formula on himself, his evil side - Edward Hyde - takes control. As Hyde, he is violent, commanding, and a sexual deviant attracted to Lucy.
Gender: Male
Age: 30 to 45
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Simon Stride
The secretary of the Board of Governors and Jekyll's rival for Emma's affections.
Gender: Male
Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Lady Beaconsfield
Bishop Of Basingstoke
A hypocritical, sadistic man of the cloth and a member of the Board of Governors.
Gender: Male
Age: 40 to 60
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: C#3
Lord Savage
General Lord Glossop
A pompous retired army man and member of the Board of Governors.
Gender: Male
Age: 50 to 60
Vocal range top: C4
Vocal range bottom: G#3
Sir Archibald Proops
Emma Carew
The daughter of Chariman Danvers and Jekyll's beloved finacee who is refined and desired by all of the socialite men.
Gender: Female
Age: 20 to 25
Vocal range top: C6
Vocal range bottom: A3
Lucy Harris
The gorgeous 'main attraction' at a local gentleman's club. At the bottom of her luck, she becomes the object of Hyde's obsession. Lucy is feisty and wild, but also cautious and aware.
Gender: Female
Age: 20 to 45
Vocal range top: F#5
Vocal range bottom: G#3
Ensemble
Aristocrats; Citizens; Servants; Party Guests; Prostitutes; Policemen