WHAT TO PREPARE
Please prepare no more than 45 seconds of a song from the show (or in a similar style) to sing for your audition. If singing something that isn’t from the show, bring a copy of your sheet music with starting/stopping points clearly marked for the accompanist.
Some actors will be asked to stay for a dance call. For the dance call, actors should bring comfortable clothing and shoes that allow for movement. Masc and femme presenting performers are encouraged to bring heels if you got em. A short combination from the show will be taught. Actors auditioning for Columbia, please be prepared to tap.
We would like to extend a warm welcome to individuals of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, and abilities to audition. We believe that the arts should be a reflection of the diverse world we live in, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all performers. We encourage actors of all backgrounds and levels of experience to come and audition. So whether you’re a seasoned actor or new to the stage, we welcome you!
We would like to extend a warm welcome to individuals of all races, all ethnicities, all gender identities, and abilities to audition. We believe that the arts should be a reflection of the diverse world we live in, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all performers. We encourage actors of all backgrounds and levels of experience to come and audition. So whether you’re a seasoned actor or new to the stage, we welcome you!
Show Description & Character Breakdown
Book, Music and Lyrics: Richard O’Brien
Director & Choreographer: Brad Reinking
Music Director: Miranda Slingluff
Production Manager: Carola LaCoste
In this cult classic, sweethearts Brad and Janet, stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters. Elaborate dance numbers and some of the most celebrated songs of the last 50 years bring us on the journey to reveal Frank-N-Furter’s latest creation: a muscular man named “Rocky Horror.”
This brand new production for The Company Theatre will both celebrate the historic legacy of Rocky Horror, and completely flip it on its head into a dark, sexy, hilarious, dance-forward thriller that is perfect for spooky season! If you think you know Rocky, you’ll have to take a visit to the lab!
Performers auditioning should be aware of the PG-13 nature of the material. Those auditioning are required to be 16 years of age or older.
MAGENTA – Character is Female/Any Ethnicity
Frank N Furter’s mysterious and beautiful maid. She knows more than she lets on. Extreme confidence and thrilling rock belt. Must be comfortable with intense, athletic dancing, and being lifted.
BRAD – Character is Male/Any Ethnicity
Quirky, but very much in love with his fiancé, Janet. Overly optimistic at times, he is quick to get lost in the world of Frank ‘N’ Furter. Seeking a brilliant comedic actor with strong pop vocals. Strong mover required. Must be comfortable with being lifted.
JANET – Character is Female/Any Ethnicity
Headstrong leading lady who just needs a little push to embrace her inner bad girl. Strong comedic actor with thrilling mix/belt. Strong dancer required. Must be comfortable with being lifted.
RIFF RAFF – Character is Any Gender/Any Ethnicity
Sexy and mysterious, with a dark and dirty sense of humor. The master of ceremonies, Riff Raff leads the Time Warp, and has a dark plan of attack. Thrilling rock belt to a sustained B. Strong mover required.
COLUMBIA – Character is Female/Any Ethnicity
Second banana to Magenta, but only in Frank’s eyes. Though she comes off as the life of the party, she is the only one who isn’t afraid to speak her mind to Frank. Seeking a brilliant actress with excellent comedic timing. Unique singing voices encouraged. Strong dancer and tapper.
FRANK-N-FURTER – Character is Male/Any Ethnicity
Master of the castle. Welcomes Janet and Brad with open arms. Obsessed with creating a man to be part of his sexual entourage. Master of seduction, Frank is witty, charming and the center of any room he walks into. Everyone wants him, and everyone wants to be him. Must be comfortable strutting and dancing in pumps. Thrilling rock singer.
ROCKY – Character is Male/Any Ethnicity
Frank’s magnificent creation. Rocky is not the brightest bulb, but kind hearted and emotionally resonant. Pop belt. Must be an excellent dancer, and comfortable with lifting Janet.
EDDIE – Character is Any Gender/Any Ethnicity: Eddie, the sexy, zombie delivery man, who mysteriously “went to pieces.” Yearning to bust out of the grave, and bring the rock and roll back to the castle. Madly in love with Columbia. Will appear as a Phantom when not playing Eddie. Must be a thrilling rock singer, and excellent dancer. Must be comfortable with simulated violence.
DR. SCOTT - Character is Any Gender/Any Ethnicity Scott is Eddie’s wheelchair bound Uncle, a man with a mysterious past and many secrets. Comedic German accent required.
PHANTOMS/CREATURES OF THE NIGHT
6-8 Dynamic Triple Threats of all gender identities and expressions who ooze confidence, sensuality and FUN. Will be onstage almost the entire show and guide Brad and Janet through the wild and whacky world of Frank’s castle, provide the iconic callouts and dance until they drop. Those auditioning for Phantoms must be comfortable with intense, athletic dancing. Tappers and those with acrobatic skills strongly encouraged.
Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show is produced by special arrangement with Concord Theatricals.
REHEARSALS & PERFORMANCES
REHEARSALS:
Sundays (10:30 AM-4 PM) / Mondays/Wednesdays (6:30-10 PM) beginning in early August
Attendance at all dress rehearsals and performances is mandatory.
DRESS REHEARSALS:
Friday September 25 – Thursday October 1
Super Sunday including Sitzprobe September 27
PERFORMANCES: (10 total)
Friday October 2 | 7:30 PM
Saturday October 3 | 7:30 PM
Sunday October 4 | 7:00 PM
Friday October 9 | 7:30 PM
Saturday October 10 | 7:30 PM
Sunday October 11 | 7:00 PM
Thursday October 15 | 7:30 PM
Friday October 16 | 7:30 PM
Saturday October 17 | 9:30 PM
Sunday October 18 | 7:00 PM