Casting Call: 'Little Shop of Horrors'

Villagers Theater will be holding auditions for 'Little Shop of Horrors' from 7-10 p.m. Nov. 18 and 19. Callbacks will be held from 7-11 p.m. Nov. 21.

A down-and-out Skid Row floral assistant becomes an overnight sensation when he discovers an exotic plant with a mysterious craving for fresh blood. Soon "Audrey II" grows into an ill-tempered, foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore who offers him fame and fortune in exchange for feeding its growing appetite, eventually revealing itself to be an alien creature poised for global domination. Charming, tuneful and hilarious, with tongue firmly planted in cheek, 'Little Shop of Horrors' never fails to entertain.

Auditionees should be prepared to read from the script and take part in a dance audition. They will also need to prepare a 32-bar song in the style of the show and bring sheet music. A cappella is not permitted.

Audrey (25-35, G#3-D5)	Bleached-blond, secret love of Seymour's life. She has poor self-worth and education, but incredibly good looks and a sweet and vulnerable demeanor. Innocent but street smart.
Crystal, Ronnette and Chiffon (20-35, Ab3-F5)	African-American street urchins, acting as the occasional Greek Chorus. Young, hip, and smart, these girls are the only ones who have a grip on reality.
Mr. Mushnik (55-65, G2-F4)	The seasoned owner of the failing East Side flower shop and Seymour's nosy boss. He is profit-driven, greedy, and manipulative.
Orin Scrivello (30-40, G2-G4)	An egotistical dentist with a passion for leather and sadistic tendencies. Audrey's abusive boyfriend, who is targeted by Seymour. The actor will play multiple roles.
Seymour Krelborn (25-35, A2-G4	An insecure, put-upon florist's clerk and eventual hero. He is a well-meaning man who is taken for granted because of his clumsy ways and poor social skills.
Audrey II (puppet)	An anthropomorphic cross between a Venus flytrap and an avocado, the plant has an appetite for human flesh that is appeased by Seymour. Puppeteer doubles as other sizes of the plant.
Voice of Audrey II (G2-G4	An actor/vocalist located offstage. The voice is that of a conniving, street-smart 'villain.' A funky Rhythm and Blues voice is best.

There will be five rehearsals in Dec. Starting in Jan., there will be rehearsals three times a week, two weeknights and one Saturday or Sunday, for a five-week period.

If you have any questions, contact donna@villagerstheatre.com. Villagers Theater is located at 475 Demott Lane, Somerset.