August 25-27
Performing Arts Center, Sandia Prep
A hilarious farce of sentimental pirates, bumbling policemen, dim-witted young lovers and an eccentric Major-General.Top of FormBottom of Form A fresh take on one of Gilbert and Sullivan's most popular comic operas, this updated version of The Pirates of Penzance took New York by storm when it premiered in Central Park in 1980, leading to a subsequent smash-hit Broadway run. Gilbert and Sullivan's hilarious, hopeful farce follows young Frederic, an orphan who has mistakenly been apprenticed to an ineffectual but raucous band of pirates. He disavows the pirates' way of life and falls for the beautiful Mabel. Frederic's melodious tones win over the heart of Major-General Stanley's songbird daughter, Mabel, but when the Pirate King discovers that General Stanley has lied about being an orphan to keep the pirates from stealing all of his belongings and carrying off his bevy of beautiful daughters, an "ingenious paradox" may prevent the budding romance and lead to the death of "The very model of a modern Major-General."
The beauty, wit and whimsy of Gilbert and Sullivan's classic score is suffused with a modern sensibility, making this version an excellent choice for Landmark Musicals. The Pirates of Penzance is directed by the estimable Paul Ford with choreography by Louis and Courtney Giannini. The music director is Darby Fegan and production is designed by the Emmy Award winner, Dahl Delu. Stage manager is Sophie Turner. There are nine performances at the Rodey Theater. Opening night is November 25. Show closes December 10.
Friday, August 25 6-9 p.m. Vocal auditions
Saturday, August 26 10-11 a.m. Dance auditions
Noon-3 p.m. Vocal auditions
Sunday, August 27 Noon to 3:30 p.m. Acting auditions
2:30-3:30 p.m. Vocal callbacks
3:30-4:30 p.m. Acting callbacks
Make an audition appointment
by calling
GINNY CLARK at 857-0434.
Prepare an appropriate song lasting no more than two minutes. No a cappella singing. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring music in your key
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
Frederic A member of the Pirates. He is unaffected and possesses an unself-conscious sex appeal. Youthful, genuine and innocent.
Age: 21
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Mabel Daughter of the Major-General. An astute young woman, she is sympathetic in nature. She and Frederic fall in love.
Age: 18 to 21
Vocal range top: Db6
Vocal range bottom: Bb3
Pirate King The leader of the pirates. Despite his sharp and loud bark, he is actually a whole-hearted romantic with a soft bite. A handsome man typically found with an open shirt and wind in his hair.
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: A#2
Major-general A father with many daughters. He resembles a male Queen Victoria in his sensibilities. Possesses kindness, warmth, and good-humor. The love for his daughters is undeniable.
Age: 55 to 65
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Ruth Frederic's lifelong nanny. She wants nothing more in life than to see Frederic happy, healthy, and by her side.
Age: 47 to 57
Vocal range top: Eb5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Kate Daughter of the Major-General. Quick-witted and rather sassy.
Age: 17 to 21
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: Ab3
Edith Daughter of the Major-General. Though a level-headed girl, she is quite mischievous. The eldest of the daughters.
Age: 20 to 25
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: Ab3
Samuel The Pirate King's right-hand man. Perhaps a bit rotund, Samuel is clever but easily manipulated and influenced.
Age: 35 to 45
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Sergeant The leader of the police. He is Groucho Marx-esque and uncomfortably clumsy. Though their duty to protect is clear, the Sergeant and his police are more accustomed to fear and hide.
Age: 35 to 45
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Ensemble Daughters, Pirates, Policemen
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