Ready to shake up the ’60s with big hair, big voices, and even bigger heart? 🌟 The Henegar Center in Melbourne, Florida is casting adult vocalists, actors, and dancers for its high-energy production of Hairspray—and you could be on that stage this August!
📅 Key Dates
| What | When | Time/Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Auditions | Sun June 22 & Mon June 23 | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Rehearsals | Jul 6 – Aug 14 | Sun–Thu, 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM |
| Tech Week | Aug 10 – 14 | Mandatory |
| Performances | Aug 15 – Sep 7 | Fri 8 PM • Sat 2 PM & 8 PM • Sun 2 PM (⭐ Thurs shows may be added) |
Talent Application
🎭 How to Audition
- Email ➡
auditions@henegar.org
• SATB vocal part
• Preferred date/time
• Recent headshot - Walk-ins accepted, but booked slots are guaranteed.
- Live > 90 mi away? Submit a virtual audition by Sat June 21 (headshot, résumé, vocal cut, dance reel).
💵 Travel stipend for performers 16+ at run’s end. Equity Guest & pro contracts possible.
🎶 What to Prepare
- 60-second cut of a Hairspray song 🎤
- Dance-friendly attire 🩰
- Be ready for a taught combo + cold reads
- Sides sent after appointment is confirmed
🌟 Principal Roles (highlights)
| Role | Vocal Range | Casting Note |
|---|---|---|
| Tracy Turnblad | Mezzo G3–G5 | White actress, 15–20, plus-size, powerhouse belt |
| Link Larkin | Bari-tenor G3–A5 | White actor, 15–20, teen idol vibe |
| Seaweed J. Stubbs | Tenor F3–D5 | Black actor, 15–20, smooth dancer |
| Motormouth Maybelle | Alto F3–E5 | Black actress, 40–50, soulful leader |
| Edna Turnblad | Bari/Tenor F3–G5 | White male actor in drag, 30–50, lovable larger-than-life |
🔗 Full breakdown & ensemble details: henegarcenter.com
🤝 The Henegar Way
- Equal-opportunity casting: all races, ethnicities, genders, body types encouraged.
- Don’t self-eliminate—bring your authentic self! 🌈
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