AUDITION INFORMATION
CIVIC IN CONCERT: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber
Lyrics by Tim Rice
Except where historical significance, age, gender or racial specificity are required by the narrative, all actors will be considered for open roles regardless of gender identity, age or race. While casting decisions are subjective and driven by the vision of the director and the creative team, Civic Theatre is committed to a diverse and inclusive cast, crew and staff whenever possible. However, we are often contractually constrained from making substantive changes to characters. While we may actively seek a diverse cast, actors should be prepared to execute portrayals in accordance with the script. Due to the historical nature of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, all roles are either male or female presenting.
Audition Dates
Auditions: January 6 & 7, 2025 | 7:00 pm
Beginning December 9th, our online audition form will be available. You will fill out the form completely including conflicts (required), headshot and resumé (not required). You will have the opportunity to select your audition date. Twenty-four hours before your selected date, you will be provided with a specific time. Video auditions will be accepted. In general, we cannot arrange for individual times outside of the scheduled auditions. Should we deem it necessary, we MAY schedule alternate dates at a later time.
Callbacks TBD
Production Dates
Rehearsals: May 12 - June 13, 2025
In general, rehearsals will be held Sunday 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm and Monday through Thursday 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm. All actors are not called for all rehearsals. Actual schedule will be determined once the show is cast.
Performance: June 14, 2025 at The Palladium, 7:00 PM
In the event that sales indicate it's appropriate, we reserve the right to add a performance on June 15th at 2:00 PM.
Details
Director: Michael J. Lasley
Music Director: Brent E. Marty
Choreographer: TBD
Come prepared with 16 bars of an appropriate song and sheet music. An accompanist will be provided.
We are pleased to make a virtual audition option available. However, preference will be extended to those that attend the in person audition. While we understand that not everyone can attend, In-person auditions will almost always be considered for casting over virtual submissions.
Show Synopsis
Set against the backdrop of a full orchestra, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR follows the final week of Jesus Christ’s life, delving into the complexities of his relationships with his disciples, followers, and the Roman Empire. The concert version will bring to life the rock opera's unforgettable score, featuring powerful numbers like "I Don't Know How to Love Him," "Gethsemane," and "Superstar". JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is the first musical that Andrew Lloyd Webber and Time Rice produced for a professional stage, over 50 years ago. It is a timeless classic, that continues to touch new generations of audiences and performers, over and over again.
Character Descriptions
Because of the nature of the concert presentation, we are not listing age specifics. We will be flexible, within reason. Due to the historical religious narrative and our contractual obligations, principal roles will be cast as appropriately male or female presenting within an appropriate age range. We may exercise more latitude with the ensemble roles. Please not that this is a full presentation with minimal scenic and consuming elements. Otherwise, all music and lyrics will be performed.
Jesus of Nazareth
Tenor (A2-G5) - He/Him, Leader of the twelve Apostles, a man, called the "Son of God" and the "King of the Jews."
Judas Iscariot
Tenor (D3-D5) - He/Him, Arguably the antagonist of the show. One of the twelve apostles of Jesus; concerned for the poor and the consequences of Jesus' fame.
Mary Magdalene
Mezzo Soprano (F3 - D#5/Eb5) - A female follower of Jesus who finds herself falling in love with him. The roles requires an actress that can show grace, stability, weakness and compassion.
King Herod
Tenor (C3 - G4) - He/Him, The King of Galilee; Jesus is brought to him for judgement after first being taken to Pilate.
Caiaphas
Bass (C2 - F4) - This role is unavailable.
Peter
Tenor (G2 - G4) - He/Him, One of Jesus' twelve apostles; denies Jesus three times upon the night of Jesus' arrest to save himself.
Pontius Pilate
Baritone (A2 - B4) - He/Him, Governor of Judea who forces the events of Jesus' crucifixion from the beginning to aftermath in a dream and finds himself being presented with that very situation.
Simon Zealotes
Tenor (G3 - B4) - He/Him, One of Jesus' twelve apostles; urges Jesus to lead his followers into battle against the Romans.
Annas
Tenor (G2 - D5) This role is unavailable.
Ensemble
Priests, Lepers, Cured Lepers, Merchants, Apostles, Soldiers, Judas' Tormentors, Reporters, Temple Ladies, Soul Girls
If you have questions, please email auditions@civictheatre.org.
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