Auditions!
SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET
by Stephen Sondheim
Directed by Jackie Ng
Join us this fall at the Burgdorff stage for Stephen Sondheim’s haunting, thrilling masterpiece — a darkly beautiful tale of revenge, obsession, and redemption filled with unforgettable music and some of musical theater’s most iconic characters.
Whether you’re ready to take on a legendary role or be part of a bold, ambitious ensemble, we invite you to audition and become part of this unforgettable production.
Walk-ins are welcome! However, signing up for an audition time slot in advance will help us keep the process running smoothly and minimize your wait time. Reserve your spot here or by using the “Audition Sign Up” Button:
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- Please prepare a 32-bar cut (approximately 1 minute) of a musical theater song in the style of Sweeney Todd. Sondheim selections are encouraged but not required. Bring sheet music in your key; an accompanist will be provided.
- A short monologue (1–2 minutes), preferably classical or heightened text (examples: Oscar Wilde, Shakespeare, or Tennessee Williams).
- Callbacks will include readings from the script and may include additional music from the show. Some movement work may also be included.
WHEN: September 8th & 9th, 7-10PM
Callbacks: September 10th, 7-10PM
WHERE: Burgdorff Center for the Performing Arts Maplewood, NJ
Rehearsals begin: 9/12
Performances: 11/13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22
Rehearsal Schedule:
Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday from 9/12 to 11/7, and Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs for tech week between 11/9 and 11/12. All rehearsals are at the Burgdorff Center. Please note, we will work around conflicts as best we can and not everyone will necessarily be called for all rehearsals.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWNS:
We welcome performers of all races, genders, abilities, and backgrounds to audition. Character descriptions are intended as guidelines only; all roles are open to all qualified performers regardless of race, gender identity, age, ethnicity, or disability.
Sweeney Todd (Male presenting, 30s-60s, any ethnicity) A wrongfully imprisoned barber seeking to right the wrongs committed against him. He is Johanna's father, singularly focussed on taking bloody revenge. Our story's tormented protagonist. Vocal range top: Gb4, Vocal range bottom: F2
Mrs. Lovett: (Female presenting, 30s-60s, any ethnicity) An entrepreneurial and amoral meat pie shop owner. She falls in love with Todd and turns his desire for revenge into a profitable business venture. Vocal range top: E5, Vocal range bottom: G3
Anthony Hope (Male presenting, Teens to 20s, any ethnicity) A naive and youthful sailor returning to London. He helps Todd return to London and unexpectedly falls in love with Johanna. Vocal range top: F4, Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Johanna (Female presenting, Teens to 20s, any ethnicity) A spritely girl, full of innocence, constantly yearning for freedom. Todd's long-lost daughter and Turpin's ward. Vocal range top: A5, Vocal range bottom: Bb3
Tobias Ragg (Male presenting, Teen, any ethnicity) A poor youngster apprenticed to Pirelli. He finds a surrogate family in Todd and Lovett. Vocal range top: Ab4, Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Judge Turpin (Male presenting, 50s-60s, any ethnicity) A lecherous public official who portrays himself as a sanctimonious authoritarian. He takes advantage of his position in the city and is responsible for imprisoning Todd. Vocal range top: Gb4, Vocal range bottom: E2
The Beadle (Male presenting, 40s-60s, any ethnicity) A pompous public official. He is deeply loyal to the corrupt Turpin. Vocal range top: D5, Vocal range bottom: D3
Beggar Woman (Female presenting, 30s-60s, any ethnicity) A deranged and schizophrenic woman who harbors a dark, surprising secret. Vocal range top: F5, Vocal range bottom: Ab3
Adolfo Pirelli (Male presenting, 30s-60s, any ethnicity) A flamboyant Italian rival barber; a charlatan with a secret past. Vocal range top: C5, Vocal range bottom: B2
Jonas Fogg (Male presenting, 30s-60s, any ethnicity) The owner of Fogg's Asylum. He sells the hair of madmen to wigmakers.
Ensemble (All types) Townspeople; Policemen; Lunatics