Upcoming Auditions:
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
Directed by Sean Anderson
Music Direction by Donna Pearson and Erin Pelz
Choreography by Krista Willott
One of the most enduring shows of all time, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat is a reimagining of the Biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colours. Told entirely through song with the help of a main character Narrator, the musical follows the preferred son Joseph. After being sold into slavery by his brothers, he ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar, but ends up in jail after refusing the amorous advances of Potiphar’s wife. While imprisoned, Joseph discovers his ability to interpret dreams, and he soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubled, Elvis-inspired Pharaoh. Joseph’s solution to Egypt’s famine elevates him to Pharaoh’s right-hand man and reunites him with his family.
The magical musical is full of catchy songs in a variety of styles, from a parody of French ballads (“Those Canaan Days”), to country-western (“One More Angel in Heaven”) and calypso (“Benjamin Calypso”), along with the unforgettable classics “Any Dream Will Do” and “Close Every Door.” Appropriate for all audiences and groups, Joseph is performed hundreds of times a year by schools across North America, the U.K. and around the world.
Auditions will be taking place at Paperny Family JCC (1607 90 Ave SW):
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Adult character and ensemble auditions August 5th, 6th, and 7th from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
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Ensemble auditions will be group auditions with pre-chosen music and choreography.
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Children’s choir auditions August 9th from 2:00 pm-5:00 pm with pre-chosen music and choreography.
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Callbacks (if necessary) will be on Sunday, August 10th from 1:00 pm-5:00 pm
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Chai Life Productions encourages individuals of all ethnicities, genders and experiences to audition!
Character Breakdown
NARRATOR (high belt to E, full-range Mezzo) An actress with a strong rock singing voice who is
strong on comedy and moves well.
JOSEPH (Tenor) The eleventh son of Jacob. His father’s favorite, Joseph early on shows a talent
for interpreting dreams and telling the future. This gets him into trouble with his brothers when
he predicts his future will include ruling over the other eleven. However, it saves his life when in
Egypt he correctly interprets Pharaoh’s dreams. In the end, he has risen to a great position of
power, but he still forgives his brothers and brings his family to Egypt to partake of the bounty
he has accumulated there.
JACOB (Baritone) Joseph’s father. An actor in his 50s/60s.
JOSEPH’S BROTHERS – Eleven brothers with strong singing voices, the ability to dance, and
contrasting body types and ethnicities. Requires featured solo brothers for Country and Western
style in “One More Angel in Heaven,” Jacques Brel/Maurice Chevalier style for “Canaan Days,”
two brothers to double the BUTLER and BAKER, and a strong dancer with partnering ability
(Adagio) In “The Apache.”
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REUBEN
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SIMEON
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LEVI
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NAPHTALI
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ISSACHAR
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ASHER
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DAN
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ZEBULUN
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GAD
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BENJAMIN
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JUDAH – Sings Harry Belafonte-style in “Benjamin Calypso”. Ideally, a person of Caribbean descent
POTIPHAR – (Baritone) A Noel Coward-type character. Can be played by the actor playing JACOB.
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MRS. POTIPHAR – (Alto/Mezzo)
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PHARAOH – (Tenor/Baritone) Elvis Presley impersonator type who moves well.
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BUTLER – (Tenor/Baritone) Character role with a look that contrasts with the BAKER.
BAKER – (Tenor/Baritone) Character role with a look that contrasts with the BUTLER.
ENSEMBLE – Sopranos (to High C) and Mixed low ranges (Low A to High A, Basses down to E).
o Minimum of 11 female-identifying persons to play the wives of Joseph’s brothers,
including a strong dancer with partnering ability (Adagio) in “The Apache.”
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CHILDREN’S CHOIR – children aged 8-14
Audition Requirements:
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Auditions for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat will take place In-person in ten minute timeslots.
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If you cannot attend auditions, you may submit a video audition to chailifeyyc@gmail.com
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Please save the video to YouTube, Google Drive, OneDrive, etc and send a link. Video submissions are due by 8:00pm on Wednesday, August 6th.
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Auditioners are asked to complete an online audition form, with an acting resume and headshot. This will be emailed after you sign up. Video auditioners will need to email chailifeyyc@gmail.com to get a form.
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Please prepare a song (approximately 2 to 3 minutes long) in any style that best shows off your voice. No matter what style of music you choose to sing, bring your best character performance to your audition song! You may choose something from the show.
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Bring your music on your phone, or email in advance to chailifeyyc@gmail.com; There will be no accompanist.
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Selected auditioners will be requested to attend an in-person callback to sing and dance with other performers.
Questions?
Email us at chailifeyyc@gmail.com