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Auditions for The Mad Ones

Audition Schedule

  • Video Submission Deadline: Self-tapes due Friday, November 13 at 11:59 p.m.  
  • In-person Callbacks Tuesday, November 17, 7–10 p.m. (by invitation)

Available Roles

*We are accepting auditions for the following roles:

  • Samantha (Sam) Brown
  • Kelly Manning
  • Adam

*A description of each role is in the audition form. The role of Beverly Brown has been pre-cast, though understudies for all roles including Beverly may be selected from this audition process.

How to Audition

  • Step One: Complete the audition form. 
  • Step Two: Prepare your materials (see below)
  • Step Three: Review the tentative rehearsal schedule and disclose conflicts on your audition form.
  • Step Four: Share your talent and have fun!
  • Step Five: Submit your video before 11:59 p.m. on November 13.

What to Prepare:

  • All initial auditions will be conducted through submitted self-tapes. Performers selected for callbacks will receive additional information and instructions.
     
  • Audition Materials: Please prepare the requested musical selection(s) and any assigned acting material for the role(s) for which you would like to be considered. You can submit for more than one track. This audition folder includes the sheet music with the requested cuts clearly marked, as well as corresponding instrumental accompaniment tracks.

Send questions to theatre@odu.edu!

About The Mad Ones

The Mad Ones, a moving, contemporary musical about friendship, grief, growing up, and the terrifying freedom of choosing your own path.

With music by Bree Lowdermilk and book and lyrics by Kait Kerrigan, The Mad Ones follows Samantha Brown as she stands at a crossroads between the future that's been planned for her and the unknown possibilities of the open road.

Show Dates: 

February 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27 at 7:30 p.m.
February 21 & 28 at 2:00 p.m.