AUDITIONS-Young Frankenstein
About Auditions (Where do I go? What do I do?)
When are auditions? Where do I go?
Auditions are August 15th & 16th at the Spencer Community Theatre: located at 518- 1st Ave. E. in Spencer. Doors open half an hour prior to stated audition time. Please note that it is not necessary to attend both audition dates; one or the other will suffice.
Auditions: 6:30 until? PM, Doors at 6:00 PM
Who can audition? What kinds of roles are available?
Roles are available for women and men 18+. Roles and character descriptions are listed at the end of this announcement!
What do I need to bring with me? Should I prepare anything in advance?
Please be prepared to sing, dance, and act! There will be a song for everyone to sing, a short piece of movement will be taught, and auditionees will read from the script.
You are welcome to read the script and listen to the production music before auditions. Scripts are available for checkout at the SCT Business Offices and the music is listed below. If you would like to check a script out, please call 712-262-7336 and schedule a time to stop by. Scripts should be returned before or at the beginning of auditions. Our regular business hours are 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday-Friday.
Please be aware of any potential schedule conflicts-there will be room on the audition form for you to list your availability.
Closed Auditions:
Auditions for Young Frankenstein are closed, meaning that only the individuals auditioning and the Directing/Stage Management team of the production are allowed in the audition space.
What’s this show all about?
Young Frankenstein
Book By: Mel Brooks, Thomas Meehan
Music & Lyrics by: Mel Brooks
Auditions: August 15 & 16, 2022
Read Through: August 21, 2022
Performances: October 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 2022
Full Length Musical
Cast Size: Medium (11 to 20 performers, 8 Main + Versatile Ensemble)
Age and gender are listed as character representation
Dance Requirements: Standard to Moderate/Advanced
From the creators of the record-breaking Broadway sensation, The Producers, comes this monster new musical comedy. The comedy genius, Mel Brooks, adapts his legendarily funny film into a brilliant stage creation – Young Frankenstein!
Grandson of the infamous Victor Frankenstein, Frederick Frankenstein (pronounced “Fronk-en-steen”) inherits his family’s estate in Transylvania. With the help of a hunchbacked sidekick, Igor (pronounced “Eye-gore”), and a leggy lab assistant, Inga (pronounced normally), Frederick finds himself in the mad scientist shoes of his ancestors. “It’s alive!” he exclaims as he brings to life a creature to rival his grandfather’s. Eventually, of course, the monster escapes and hilarity continuously abounds.
When are rehearsals?
Rehearsals are from 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Sunday-Thursday, although they will run later the week the show opens. Rehearsals begin Sunday, August 21st and run until the show opens on October 7th. Not every person is called to every rehearsal; the time commitment typically depends on the size of the role! A full rehearsal schedule will be provided at the beginning of the rehearsal process for your convenience. Rehearsals may look a little different from time to time due to SCT’s commitment to providing a safe, healthy experience for all those involved with the production, and we appreciate your patience and willingness to work with us as we continue to make theatre happen.
When are performances?
Performances are: October 7, 8, 14, & 15 at 7:30 PM, October 9 & 16 at 2:00 PM
Where are performances?
Performances will take place at the SCT Playhouse at 518- 1st Ave. E.
What if I still have more questions or want to talk to someone about auditioning?
No problem! Feel free to contact SCT Executive Director Liz McNea at liz@sctplayhouse.org or SCT Artistic Director Dave DeChristopher at dave@sctplayhouse.org. Young Frankenstein is directed by Liz McNea and Dave DeChristopher.
Roles Available
Dr. Frederick Frankenstein
Brilliant brain surgeon, professor and grandson of mad scientist Dr. Victor Von Frankenstein.
Gender: Male
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
The Monster
The misunderstood creation of Dr. Frankenstein.
Gender: Male
Age: Left Leg, 42; Arms, 26; Brain, 14
Vocal range top: Bb4
Vocal range bottom: Db2
Igor
Frederick’s faithful, bright-eyed, eager servant and friend with a hunchback.
Gender: Male
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Inga
Frederick’s young assistant. Attractive and a resident of Transylvania.
Gender: Female
Age: 20 to 30
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Elizabeth Benning
Frederick’s boisterous fiancé.
Gender: Female
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: F#3
Frau Blücher
Stern housekeeper of the Frankenstein estate and former lover of Victor Frankenstein.
Gender: Female
Age: 40 to 60
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: E3
Inspector Hans Kemp
The head of police in Transylvania. Driven by justice, with a wooden arm and leg.
Gender: Male
Age: 40 to 50
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: A2
The Hermit
A lonely, blind town hermit, hoping for a friend.
Gender: Male
Age: 30 to 60
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: Ab2
Dr. Victor Von Frankenstein
The infamous Dr. Frankenstein and Frederick’s grandfather.
Gender: Male
Age: 45 to 65
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: C#2
Ziggy
The village idiot.
Gender: Male
Age: 18 to 30
Vocal range top: Eb4
Vocal range bottom: D3
Ensemble
Gravediggers, Villagers, Medical Students, Passengers, Mad Scientists
Gender: Any
Age(s): Any