AUDITIONS FOR OUR 2024-25 SHOWS
Director: Kathy Hawk, Music Director: Franklin Mosley, Choreographer: Krista Kaley-Strosnider, Stage Manager: Rebekah Little
About the Show:
From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, creators of such Broadway classics as Ragtime and Once On This Island, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love and family.
Audition location: Mon River Arts rehearsal studio, 206 Plum Street, Elizabeth, PA 15037
Audition dates: Sat Feb 15th 3-6pm and Wed Feb 19th 7-10pm.
Callback date: Friday Feb 21st 6-9pm.
Performance location and dates: May 9-10, 15-18, 2025. Thur-Sat at 7:30pm, Sunday at 2pm. No show Mother's Day. Grand Theatre, 207 S 2nd Ave, Elizabeth, PA 15037
Audition Requirements:
Prepare 32 bars of a song from the show (or in a style of the show). Please provide sheet music. An accompanist will be provided. Must be 10 years of age or older. Note: There are only a few roles for children and they must be dancers.
Cold readings and a choreo audition will be held at callbacks.
Auditions will run in groups of two every 10 minutes. Plan to arrive 5-10 minutes before your chosen date/time and check in at the table.
In-person auditions are preferred, but video submissions will be accepted. If you need to submit a video audition, email to [email protected] no later than 10pm Feb 19th.
Rehearsals: Rehearsals are set to begin Weds February 26th.
Sign up to audition here:
https://form.jotform.com/250062981062149
Character Descriptions:
All roles are open to anyone regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, belief, gender, language, sexual orientation or gender identity. Ages listed are approximate and apply to the character and not the actor. Pronouns referenced apply to the character and not the actor.
Note: There are only a few roles for children and they must be dancers.
Anya
When we first meet Anya, she is a lost soul, but one with great strength, pride, determination, and dignity. As the story progresses, she begins to discover her sense of self and the possibility that she may be the missing daughter of Tsar Nicholas. She possesses a sense of humor, wit, and determined spirit. Her transformation into Anastasia should be breathtaking. Soprano with a very strong, controlled belt. Must move well.
Age: mid 20s
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Dmitry
An opportunist trying to make it on the streets of Russia by selling stolen objects from the Tsarist past. He is the prince of St. Petersburg’s black market. He creates the scheme to find an Anastasia impersonator in order to gain the reward for her safe return. He is smooth, persuasive and daring. Has a sense of danger, edginess, and charm. He is a scoundrel but with a heart of gold. Must move well.
Age: mid to late 20s
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Vladimir “Vlad” Popov
Vlad is Dmitry’s partner in crime (literally) and surrogate father. Before the revolution he scammed his way through society pretending to be a count. Vlad is dramatic, crafty, and a big softie at heart. While he, like Dmitry, is not above lying, cheating, and stealing, he cares greatly for his loved ones and is generally affable, though he can be calculating when he needs to be. Must have great comic timing and move well.
Age: mid 40s – early 50s
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Gleb
Gleb is a son of the Russian revolution. As a career officer in the Bolshevik secret police, he is a passionate defender of the hard-won gains of the new order. His attraction to Anya puts him in violent conflict with himself. He fully believes in the Communist ideals he follows. Loyal, honest, and hardworking, Although the “villain”, he must be likeable. Excellent singer. Non-dancing role.
Age: mid 30s-early 40s
Vocal range top: Gb4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna
She is the formidable and imperious grandmother of Anastasia, her favorite grandchild. She never truly gives up the belief that her granddaughter might be alive, but finally after years of enduring Anastasia pretenders, she becomes hardened and bitter. Has elegance, beauty, and a regal bearing. She commands authority and attention the minute she enters a room.
Age: to play 80
Vocal range top: Bb4
Vocal range bottom: F3
Countess Lily Malevsky-Malevitch
She is the Dowager Empress’s confidante/lady-in-waiting. She’s compassionate, respectful, and good at her job, but when she’s away from the Dowager she knows how to have a good time and rules the Russian expat roost. A character comedienne, but with allure and sex appeal. Strong movement or dance ability.
Age: late 30s-50
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: Eb3
Little Anastasia
The willful, brave, proud, and precocious youngest daughter of the Tsar. She has a special bond with her grandmother. Will also be in the Ensemble. Must have a sweet and strong singing voice and move well.
Age: to play 7-10
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: C4
Alexei Romanov
Anastasia’s younger brother. Will also double as ensemble member.
Age: to play 7-10
Tsarina Alexandra
A stern mother. Very devout, brittle, paranoid about the collapsing regime and grief-stricken about the health of her son, the Tsarevich. Uncomfortable around her mother-in-law. Also doubles in the Ensemble/other roles.
Tsar Nicholas II
A loving father. Elegant. He tries to keep the peace between his mother, the Dowager Empress, and the Tsarina. As his youngest daughter grows into a young woman, he protects and guides her. Also doubles in the Ensemble/other roles.
Olga, Tatiana, Maria
The three other Romanov sisters. Must sing and move well. Will also double in other roles, possibly including Odette in the Swan Lake segment, depending on dance experience.
Age: to play late teens to early 20s
Odette and Prince Siegfried
Featured in the Swan Lake ballet scene. Odette must dance en pointe and Price Siegfried should have list experience. Both will also be in the Ensemble/other roles.
Count Ipolitov
Dignified and intellectual, grief stricken about leaving his homeland. Authoritative and formidable. Doubles as ensemble member. Strong baritone with featured solo. Age: 20s onward (open)
Count Leopold
He’s one of the presumptive Romanov heirs; a snob; a bit of a fop. Doubles in the ensemble/other roles.
Age: 20s onward (open)
Featured Roles & Ensemble
The Ensemble has a TON to do in this show and plays a vast array of featured characters. Strong singing and movement ability required.
About the Show:
From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, creators of such Broadway classics as Ragtime and Once On This Island, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love and family.
Audition location: Mon River Arts rehearsal studio, 206 Plum Street, Elizabeth, PA 15037
Audition dates: Sat Feb 15th 3-6pm and Wed Feb 19th 7-10pm.
Callback date: Friday Feb 21st 6-9pm.
Performance location and dates: May 9-10, 15-18, 2025. Thur-Sat at 7:30pm, Sunday at 2pm. No show Mother's Day. Grand Theatre, 207 S 2nd Ave, Elizabeth, PA 15037
Audition Requirements:
Prepare 32 bars of a song from the show (or in a style of the show). Please provide sheet music. An accompanist will be provided. Must be 10 years of age or older. Note: There are only a few roles for children and they must be dancers.
Cold readings and a choreo audition will be held at callbacks.
Auditions will run in groups of two every 10 minutes. Plan to arrive 5-10 minutes before your chosen date/time and check in at the table.
In-person auditions are preferred, but video submissions will be accepted. If you need to submit a video audition, email to [email protected] no later than 10pm Feb 19th.
Rehearsals: Rehearsals are set to begin Weds February 26th.
Sign up to audition here:
https://form.jotform.com/250062981062149
Character Descriptions:
All roles are open to anyone regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, belief, gender, language, sexual orientation or gender identity. Ages listed are approximate and apply to the character and not the actor. Pronouns referenced apply to the character and not the actor.
Note: There are only a few roles for children and they must be dancers.
Anya
When we first meet Anya, she is a lost soul, but one with great strength, pride, determination, and dignity. As the story progresses, she begins to discover her sense of self and the possibility that she may be the missing daughter of Tsar Nicholas. She possesses a sense of humor, wit, and determined spirit. Her transformation into Anastasia should be breathtaking. Soprano with a very strong, controlled belt. Must move well.
Age: mid 20s
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Dmitry
An opportunist trying to make it on the streets of Russia by selling stolen objects from the Tsarist past. He is the prince of St. Petersburg’s black market. He creates the scheme to find an Anastasia impersonator in order to gain the reward for her safe return. He is smooth, persuasive and daring. Has a sense of danger, edginess, and charm. He is a scoundrel but with a heart of gold. Must move well.
Age: mid to late 20s
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Vladimir “Vlad” Popov
Vlad is Dmitry’s partner in crime (literally) and surrogate father. Before the revolution he scammed his way through society pretending to be a count. Vlad is dramatic, crafty, and a big softie at heart. While he, like Dmitry, is not above lying, cheating, and stealing, he cares greatly for his loved ones and is generally affable, though he can be calculating when he needs to be. Must have great comic timing and move well.
Age: mid 40s – early 50s
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Gleb
Gleb is a son of the Russian revolution. As a career officer in the Bolshevik secret police, he is a passionate defender of the hard-won gains of the new order. His attraction to Anya puts him in violent conflict with himself. He fully believes in the Communist ideals he follows. Loyal, honest, and hardworking, Although the “villain”, he must be likeable. Excellent singer. Non-dancing role.
Age: mid 30s-early 40s
Vocal range top: Gb4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna
She is the formidable and imperious grandmother of Anastasia, her favorite grandchild. She never truly gives up the belief that her granddaughter might be alive, but finally after years of enduring Anastasia pretenders, she becomes hardened and bitter. Has elegance, beauty, and a regal bearing. She commands authority and attention the minute she enters a room.
Age: to play 80
Vocal range top: Bb4
Vocal range bottom: F3
Countess Lily Malevsky-Malevitch
She is the Dowager Empress’s confidante/lady-in-waiting. She’s compassionate, respectful, and good at her job, but when she’s away from the Dowager she knows how to have a good time and rules the Russian expat roost. A character comedienne, but with allure and sex appeal. Strong movement or dance ability.
Age: late 30s-50
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: Eb3
Little Anastasia
The willful, brave, proud, and precocious youngest daughter of the Tsar. She has a special bond with her grandmother. Will also be in the Ensemble. Must have a sweet and strong singing voice and move well.
Age: to play 7-10
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: C4
Alexei Romanov
Anastasia’s younger brother. Will also double as ensemble member.
Age: to play 7-10
Tsarina Alexandra
A stern mother. Very devout, brittle, paranoid about the collapsing regime and grief-stricken about the health of her son, the Tsarevich. Uncomfortable around her mother-in-law. Also doubles in the Ensemble/other roles.
Tsar Nicholas II
A loving father. Elegant. He tries to keep the peace between his mother, the Dowager Empress, and the Tsarina. As his youngest daughter grows into a young woman, he protects and guides her. Also doubles in the Ensemble/other roles.
Olga, Tatiana, Maria
The three other Romanov sisters. Must sing and move well. Will also double in other roles, possibly including Odette in the Swan Lake segment, depending on dance experience.
Age: to play late teens to early 20s
Odette and Prince Siegfried
Featured in the Swan Lake ballet scene. Odette must dance en pointe and Price Siegfried should have list experience. Both will also be in the Ensemble/other roles.
Count Ipolitov
Dignified and intellectual, grief stricken about leaving his homeland. Authoritative and formidable. Doubles as ensemble member. Strong baritone with featured solo. Age: 20s onward (open)
Count Leopold
He’s one of the presumptive Romanov heirs; a snob; a bit of a fop. Doubles in the ensemble/other roles.
Age: 20s onward (open)
Featured Roles & Ensemble
The Ensemble has a TON to do in this show and plays a vast array of featured characters. Strong singing and movement ability required.
