Auditions

General Audition Information

Interested in performing on stage with Way Way Off-Broadway?  Auditions are held prior to each show that WWOB produces, and is open for anyone to try out.  Previous performing experience is not required, all we ask is that you are willing to dedicate the considerable time and effort it takes for rehearsals and performances, so that we can put on the very best show that we can.  DISCLAIMER:  With so many talented people auditioning for our shows, our Production Teams are faced with the difficult task of casting a show with the right people.  Regardless of any previous conversations with, or comments from, members of the Production Team, everyone must participate in the audition process, and no one is assigned a role until auditions are complete.  Occasionally, certain roles or productions will be assigned prior to or without holding open auditions; however, this will not occur unless specifically announced by WWOB.

The Audition Process

Your audition process will begin with you singing a song of your choosing with an accompanying track (played from your phone or USB device). For some productions you may also be asked to participate in a brief dance routine as part of your audition process (nothing will be too difficult and previous experience is not necessary).  Typically, these initial auditions take place over two days.

For non-musical productions, a different audition process will be used.  Typically, those interested in auditioning will read for the roles they are audition for at their initial audition, and may be asked to read additional roles by the audition team.  A callback audition may also take place, as described below.  Specific audition information will be listed in the show information below.

At the conclusion of the initial auditions, some auditionees will be asked to come back for a Callback Audition, where you may be assigned to sing songs or read lines from the actual show.  Once callbacks are completed, the production team will cast the show.  It’s worth noting that being asked to participate in callbacks does not guarantee a spot on the final cast list, and final casting decisions are ultimately the responsibility of the production’s director and company Artistic Director.

PLEASE NOTE: Auditionees may fill out and submit their audition form ahead of their audition by downloading the form HERE.  Completed forms may be emailed to wwobtheatre@gmail.com.

JOSEPH & the AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
April 20-21, 2026
Auditions 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

You only need to attend one of these audition dates.

Please note – the gender, age and vocal range indications refer to the CHARACTER, not the PERFORMER. Therefore, if a performer appears to be in the age range, can convincingly portray the gender of the character, and meet the vocal requirements of the character, they may be considered for a character regardless of their age or gender.

Character Breakdown

NARRATOR – An actress with a strong rock singing voice (high belt to E, full-range Mezzo) 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.

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.”

  • REUBEN
  • SIMEON
  • LEVI
  • NAPHTALI
  • ISSACHAR
  • ASHER
  • DAN
  • ZEBULUN
  • GAD
  • BENJAMIN
  • JUDAH – Sings Harry Belafonte-style in “Benjamin Calypso”

JACOB/POTIPHAR – Jacob (Joseph’s father. An actor in his 50s/60s with a baritone voice.) Potiphar (A Noel Coward-type character. Baritone.)

MRS. POTIPHAR – Alto/Mezzo (will also be part of the female ensemble)

PHARAOH – Good actor/singer with Tenor/Baritone range. Elvis Presley impersonator type who moves well.

BUTLER – Tenor/Baritone, played by a brother. Character role with a look that contrasts with the BAKER.

BAKER – Tenor/Baritone, played by a brother. Character role with a look that contrasts with the BUTLER.

Female Ensemble – Minimum of 11 women to play the wives of Joseph’s brothers and Egyptian women, go go dancers, etc… including a strong female dancer with partnering ability (Adagio) in “The Apache”.

Children’s Choir – Age 8 to 12. The children’s choir will sing & dance throughout the show, and also act as an audience.  Young performers must be able to focus and remain seated on stage for moments during the show.