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.
Upcoming Auditions for
CLUE: ON STAGE
January 6 – 7, 2025
Registration 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Auditions 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
You only need to attend one of these audition dates, however due to the different nature of this audition, you must arrive at the beginning of the registration time noted above, and should plan to stay the entire time.
Please note – the gender, age and vocal range indications refer to the CHARACTER, not the PERFORMER. Therefore, if an 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
Wadsworth
Male – A traditional British butler in every sense: uptight, formal and “by the book.” He is the driving force in the play.
Yvette
Female – A sexy, French Maid, with her own secret aspirations. (Also plays THE REPORTER in the final scene).
Miss Scarlet
Female – A dry, sardonic D.C. Madam who is more interested in secrets than sex.
Mrs. Peacock
Female – The church-going wife of a Senator. A bit batty, neurotic, and quick to hysteria.
Mrs. White
Female – A pale, morbid, and tragic woman. Mrs. White may or may not be the murderer of her five ex-husbands.
Colonel Mustard
Male – A puffy, pompous, dense, blow-hard of a military man.
Professor Plum
Male – An academic Casanova who woos women with his big … brain.
Mr. Green
Male – A timid, yet officious, rule follower. He’s a bit of a klutz and awfully anxious.
ENSEMBLE WOMAN to play:
THE COOK – A threatening presence.
THE MOTORIST – A benign gentleman who rings the wrong doorbell.
AUXILIARY SCARLET – The back of Miss Scarlet during a scene of theatrical trickery.
AUXILIARY WADSWORTH – Wadsworth during two scenes of theatrical trickery.
AN AGENT – An FBI agent who helps to save the day.
ENSEMBLE MAN to play:
MR. BODDY – A mobster type fella. A dark cloud follows this guy wherever he goes.
THE COP — A “Regular Joe.”
AUXILIARY MUSTARD – The back of Colonel Mustard during a scene of theatrical trickery.
AUXILIARY WADSWORTH – Wadsworth during two scenes of theatrical trickery.
AN AGENT – An FBI agent who helps to save the day.
