Memorial Opera House to Hold Singin' in the Rain Auditions for 2025 Performances

Singin’ in the Rain Auditions 

Director: Scot MacDonald 

Vocal Director: Linda Schonbachler 

Music Director: Cindy Hansen 

Choreographers: Alexandria Ingram & Trish Sabocik 

Screenplay By Betty Comden and Adolph Green 

Songs By Nacio Herb Brown and Arthur Freed 

Auditions: Monday, December 9th at 7pm and Tuesday, December 10th at 7pm at Memorial Opera House, 104 Indiana Ave, Valparaiso, IN 46383. Callbacks (as needed): Wednesday, December 11th at 7pm at Memorial Opera House. 

Please fill out the Audition form here: https://forms.gle/GxxYm8gpYzssMMZH7 

Please arrive at auditions prepared to sing a song of your choice (16 measures or less), and please provide sheet music for the accompanist. Acapella auditions will not be accepted. 

We accept video submissions, due via email not later than 5pm Tuesday, December 10th. For any questions regarding the audition or production, or to submit a video audition please email MOH Production Manager, Vicki Zimmerman: [email protected] 

Performances: February 28 through March 16 (10 performances total, Thurs.- Sun. which includes an additional matinee on March 8). All performances will be held at Memorial Opera House. 

Rehearsals: Rehearsals officially begin in January 2025, with the possibility for rehearsals in late December 2024. Rehearsals will take place Monday through Thursday from 7 pm - 10 pm. A read through is scheduled for Thursday, Dec 19 at Memorial Opera House. 

Show Synopsis from MTI: The "Greatest Movie Musical of All Time" is faithfully and lovingly adapted by Broadway legends, Betty Comden and Adolph Green, from their original award-winning screenplay in Singin' in the Rain. Each unforgettable scene, song and dance is accounted for, including the show-stopping title number, complete with an onstage rainstorm! Hilarious situations, snappy dialogue and a hit-parade score of Hollywood standards make Singin' in the Rain the perfect entertainment for any fan of the golden age of movie musicals. 

Singin' in the Rain has all the makings of a Tinseltown tabloid headline – the starlet, the leading man and a love affair that could change lives and make or break careers! In silent movies, Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont are a hot item but, behind the scenes, things aren't always as they appear on the big screen! Meanwhile, Lina's squeaky voice might be the end of her career in "talking pictures" without the help of a talented young actress to do the talking and singing for her. 

Filled with every memorable moment from the film and a downpour of unforgettable songs, Singin' in the Rain is a guaranteed hit for any theatre. The technical elements can be challenging but well worth the effort when the audience is left leaping to their feet. Three extraordinary roles for dancers and a tour de force comedic turn make this a perfect choice for any theatre with an abundance of talent ready to shine. 

Casting Requirements: All roles are open for those of all identities, ethnicities, and backgrounds aged 16 or older. 

All levels of dancing abilities are encouraged to audition. 

We are seeking no more than 24 actors. 

Roles: 

Don Lockwood 

A suave Hollywood actor and dancer. Cosmo's best friend and Lina's regular co-star. Vocal range top: Ab4 

Vocal range bottom: G2 

Cosmo Brown 

A wacky and playful on-set pianist for silent films. Don's best friend and former dance partner. Vocal range top: Ab4 

Vocal range bottom: C3 

Kathy Selden 

An earnest, talented actress with wit and charm. She falls in love with Don and performs as Lina's speaking and singing voice. 

Vocal range top: F5 

Vocal range bottom: G3 

Lina Lamont 

A slow-witted silent film diva with a big personality and a harshly unpleasant voice. She is Don's regular co-star. 

Vocal range top: Eb5 

Vocal range bottom: C4 

R.F. Simpson 

A successful, magnanimous, film producer. He leads the other characters in creating a new movie musical. 

Roscoe Dexter 

A famous film director with theatrical mannerisms and tendencies. Frequently frazzled and works with Lina and Don. 

Rod 

An excitable film agent bordering on manic. He works for Simpson. 

Male and Female Featured Ensemble 

Sam, Zelda Zanders, Miss Dinsmore, Sid Phillips, Cumberland Spendrill III, etc 

Ensemble 

Crowd, Pedestrians, Stars, Fans, Policeman, Party Guests, Chorus Girls, Broadway Chorus, Guests, Stagehands, Sound Crew, Screening Guests, etc 

Memorial Opera House is a non-equity theatre in Valparaiso, IN. 

All actors are volunteer and non-compensated.