Blood Brothers

Limelight Theatre Co Inc proudly presents (by special arrangement with Dominie Pty. Ltd.) Blood Brothers By Willy Russell March 2007 Cranbourne Community Theatre Director: Neil Goodwin Musical Director: Drew Downing We are looking for 20 extremely talented individuals to play the various characters that tell this amazing story. As well as the 8 principals, there are 12 ensemble members that play numerous roles throughout the performance. Synopsis: Set in the Liverpool area, ‘Blood Brothers’ tells the tragic tale of fraternal twins who are separated at birth. One brother is raised in a family of great privilege and one brother is raised in poverty. Even with their different socioeconomic backgrounds, the two boys end up becoming best friends until a misunderstanding leads to a tragic ending. Characters: (Age range should be used as a guide only) Mickey — One of the non – identical twin brothers. He is raised in poverty. Age: 20 – 30 but must be able to play a believable child from the age of 7. Voice: Baritone Eddie — The other of the non – identical twin brothers. He is raised by Mrs Lyons with wealth and privilege. Age: 20 – 30 but must also be able to play a believable child from the age of 7. Voice: Tenor Mrs. Johnstone — Mickey & Eddie's superstitious mother who is taunted by her actions. Age: 30 – 50. Must be very good actress and strong singer. Voice: Mezzo Narrator — The storyteller and moral commentator. Age: 20 – 60. Voice: Tenor Mrs. Lyons — Upper Class wife of wealthy businessman who cannot have children of her own so ‘adopts’ Eddie, she is somewhat starved for ‘attention’ & later proves to be neurotic. Age: 34 – 45. Voice: Mezzo Linda — Mickey's ‘girlfriend’ and later his wife. Age: 18+ but also able to play younger teenager. Voice: Mezzo Sa mmy — Mickey's thuggish older brother. Age: 22 – 32 but also able to play younger teenager. Voice: N/A Mr. Lyons — Mrs. Lyon's wealthy husband. Age: 35 – 55. Voice: N/A Auditions  Auditionees must prepare two contrasting songs: 1. one which demonstrates your vocal ability; 2. one in which you demonstrate your ability to show character.  Bring sheet music in the correct key as there will be no requests for transposition  No singing unaccompanied or using prerecorded accompaniment. NB. You may also be asked to read from the script with a Liverpudlian accent ********** New Audition date added ********** Audition Date: Thursday 2nd November 6.30pm onwards Audition & Rehearsal Venue: The Old Cheese Factory, Homestead Road, Berwick. Rehearsals will commence on Mondays and Wednesdays from 13th November until 13th December 2006. And recommence on Mondays, Wednesdays & every Sunday from 8th January 2007. (This is a non – professional production) Audition Bookings &/or enquiries – Phone Ken on 0400 4300 49