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Eligibility:
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Must be 18 years old By the first Rehearsal
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Must provide a complete list of conflicts at auditions
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Must be available for entirety of tech week and performances
Audition Dates:
April 20, 21, 22 & 23 at 8:30pm
Callbacks (by appointment): April 25
- Video submissions accepted (Due April 19) IF YOU ARE submitting a video audition- please do not sign up for an audition spot.
to request a video audition please reach out to: stagemanager@legacytheatermusic.com
All performers will sing a solo at a closed audition and participate in a dance call.
• Prepare approximately 32 bars
• Songs do not need to be memorized
• Accompanist provided
• Bring sheet music if not auditioning for a principal role
• Wear movement-friendly clothing and appropriate footwear.
Those interested in the Heels Ensemble should bring character or dance heels they are comfortable moving in.
Rehearsal Schedule:
Tuesday-Thursday- starting the week of June 1st: 7:00-10:00PM
Tech Week:
July 26– July 30
7PM -10 PM daily (End time subject to change)
Performances:
July 31, August 1, August 2, August 7, & August 8
Hosted at Cuthbertson High School
Jesus Christ Superstar
PRODUCTION DESCRIPTION
This is a volunteer community theatre production.
Non-Equity. There is no pay.
This production of Jesus Christ Superstar will be presented in a modern, anti-establishment style, leaning fully into the show’s heavy rock roots. This will be a bold, contemporary staging focused on raw storytelling, physicality, and emotional intensity.
This is not a traditional or period production. Performers should expect:
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A contemporary aesthetic
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Ensemble-driven storytelling
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Strong movement and physical commitment
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A gritty, unapologetic rock sound
We are seeking artists who are ready to commit fully — vocally, physically, and emotionally — to a powerful, modern interpretation of this iconic work.
CREATIVE TEAM
Directed by Jessica Forwerck
Music Direction by Jessica Forwerck
Choreography by Shay Yara and Savanah Boots
PRINCIPAL AUDITION SONGS
Jesus- Tenor -G2–C5: “Gethsemane” m15-83
Judas- Tenor / High Baritenor -D3–D5: “Heaven on Their Minds” m61-108
Mary Magdalene- Mezzo-Soprano - G3–E5: “I Don’t Know How to Love Him” m31-63
Pontius Pilate- Baritone — A2–F4: “Pilate’s Dream” Full Song
King Herod- Tenor / Character - C3–G4: “King Herod’s Song” Full Song
Caiaphas- Bass — E2–E4 “This Jesus Must Die” measures 51- end
Annas- Tenor — G3–G4: “This Jesus Must Die” measures 14-33
Simon Zealotes- Tenor — B2–C5: “Simon Zealotes / Poor Jerusalem” m53-end
Peter- Tenor — D3–G4: “Could We Start Again Please?” measures 19-end
Ensemble- All voice types: 32 bars of any Andrew Lloyd Webber song in a rock or
contemporary musical theatre style
Dance/ Heels ensemble-
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The Dance Ensemble will focus on contemporary, grounded, and athletic movement
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The Heels Ensemble will emphasize strength, musicality, control, and confident performance in heels
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Prior heels experience is preferred but not required
