Open Auditions in Melbourne, FL — “Singin’ in the Rain” at The Henegar Center

Bring classic Hollywood sparkle to the stage! The Henegar Center is casting adult & young adult vocalists/actors/dancers for Singin’ in the Rain—plus two child performers for Little Don and Little Cosmo (tap or dance required).


Talent Application

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🎬 Audition Overview

  • 📍 Venue: The Henegar Center, 625 E New Haven Ave, Melbourne, FL 32901
  • 🗓 Auditions:
    • Sun, Nov 26:00–10:00 PM
    • Mon, Nov 35:00–10:00 PM
  • 🗓 Rehearsals: Nov 16 – Jan 15 (generally Sun–Thu, 6:30–10:30 PM); break Dec 11–28
  • 🛠 Tech Week: Jan 11–15 (mandatory)
  • 🎟 Performances:Jan 16 – Feb 8 (4 weekends)
    • Fri 8 PM • Sat 2 PM & 8 PM • Sun 2 PM (Thursday evenings may be added)

Appointments strongly encouraged for faster check-in. Walk-ins welcome (may wait longer).


✉️ How to Book Your Audition

  • Email: auditions@henegar.org
  • Include:
    • 🎶 SATB vocal part
    • 🗓 Preferred date & time
    • 📸 Headshot
  • Virtual submissions considered only for performers traveling >90 miles.
    • Deadline: Sat, Nov 1
    • Submit: headshot, theatre résumé, a vocal selection from the show, and a short dance reel (if applicable) to auditions@henegar.org
    • Add: desired roles, willingness to accept other roles, conflicts during run, and if housing is required (if available).

🔗 Details: henegarcenter.com/auditions


👥 Principal Roles & Ranges

  • Don Lockwood(Ab4–G2) — Suave Hollywood actor/dancer; Cosmo’s best friend; Lina’s co-star. (Plays 35–45)
  • Kathy Selden(F5–G3) — Earnest, witty actress; becomes Lina’s speaking/singing voice; falls for Don. (Plays 25–30)
  • Cosmo Brown(Ab4–C3) — Playful pianist; Don’s best friend & former dance partner. (Plays 35–45)
  • Lina Lamont(Eb5–C4) — Silent-film diva with… a memorable voice. (Plays 30–35)
  • Production Solo Singer (“Beautiful Girls”)(Ab4–Db3) — Monumental Pictures’ lead tenor. (Plays 25–40)

Named / Featured Ensemble (samples)

  • Zelda Zanders (Lina’s best friend)
  • R.F. Simpson (studio producer)
  • Dora Bailey (gossip columnist)
  • Roscoe Dexter (volatile director)
  • Rod (publicity), Miss Dinsmore/Mr. Deeter (dialect coaches), Za Za (silent-film star)
  • Two boys (8–12) as Little Don & Little Cosmo (tap/dance required)
  • Ensemble & Dancers Only: Movie stars, crew, production dancers, A.D.s, sound engineers, patrons, etc. ✨

✅ What to Prepare (suggested)

  • 🎵 16–32 bars in classic musical-theatre style (era-appropriate)
  • 👞 Basic tap/jazz shoes if you have them 👯‍♂️
  • 📄 Printed résumé + headshot
  • 🗓 Conflicts list (rehearsal & performance period)

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