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AUDITION DATE: April 5, 2023
AUDITION TIMES: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
LOCATION:
Star Royale Theatre
247 Wanaque Ave
Pompton Lakes, NJ
This audition is open for all ADULTS ages 18 and older AND (1) Young Boy (stage age 8 years old)
Director: John Zisa
For auditions, please ensure you do your due diligence and be familiar with the show, characters, and content prior to your audition.
SYNOPSIS
Set in post-World War II America, this play offers a powerful commentary on the human condition and the price we pay for our desires as a family is forced to confront the devastating consequences of their actions.
ALL ROLES ARE OPEN FOR THIS PRODUCTION
Star Royale Theatre is an inclusive environment and everyone is welcome to audition.
Joe Keller - Joe, 60, was exonerated after being charged with knowingly shipping defective aircraft engine cylinder heads (for Curtiss P-40 Warhawks) from his factory to the military during World War II, causing the deaths of 21 pilots. For over three years he has placed the blame on his partner and former neighbor, Steve Deever, although he himself committed the crime. When the truth comes out, Joe justifies his actions by claiming that he did it for his family.
Kate Keller (Mother) - 50, knows that Joe is guilty but lives in denial while mourning for her older son Larry, who has been "missing in action" for three years. She refuses to believe that Larry is dead and maintains that
Ann Deever - who returns for a visit at the request of Larry's brother Chris is still "Larry's girl" and also believes that he is coming back.
Chris Keller - 32, returned home from World War II two years before the play begins, disturbed by the realization that the world was continuing as if nothing had happened. He has summoned Ann Deever to the Keller house in order to ask her hand in marriage, but they're faced with the obstacle of Kate's unreasonable conviction that Larry will someday return. Chris idolizes his father, not knowing initially what he has done.
Ann Deever - 26, arrives at the Keller home having shunned her "guilty" father since his imprisonment. Throughout the play, Ann is often referred to as pretty, beautiful, and intelligent-looking and as "Annie". She had a relationship with Larry Keller before his disappearance and has since moved on because she knows the truth of his fate. She hopes that the Kellers will consent to her marriage to Larry's brother, Chris, with whom she has corresponded by mail for two years. Ann is the truth-bearer in the play.
George Deever - 31, is Ann's older brother: a successful New York lawyer, WWII veteran, and a childhood friend of Chris's. He initially believed in his father's guilt, but upon visiting Steve in jail, realizes his innocence and becomes enraged at the Kellers for deceiving him. He returns to save his sister from her marriage to Chris, creating the catalyzing final events. Dr.
Jim Bayliss - 40, is a successful doctor, but is frustrated with the stifling domesticity of his life. He wants to become a medical researcher, but continues in his job as it pays the bills. He is a close friend to the Keller family and spends a lot of time in their back yard.
Sue Bayliss - 40, is Jim's wife: needling and dangerous, but affectionate. She too is a friend of the Keller family, but is secretly resentful of what she sees as Chris's bad idealistic influence on Jim. Sue confronts Ann about her resentment of Chris in a particularly volatile scene.
Frank Lubey - 33, was always one year ahead of the draft, so he never served in World War II, instead staying home to marry George's former sweetheart, Lydia. He draws up Larry's horoscope and tells Kate that Larry must still be alive, because the day he died was meant to be his "favorable day". This strengthens Kate's faith and makes it much harder for Ann to move on.
Lydia Lubey - 27, was George's love interest before the war; after he went away, she married Frank and they soon had three children. She is a model of peaceful domesticity and lends a much-needed cheerful air to several moments of the play.
Bert - 8, is a little boy who lives in the neighborhood; he is friends with the Bayliss' son Tommy and frequently visits the Kellers' yard to play "jail" with Joe. He appears only twice in the play: the first time, his part seems relatively unimportant, but the second time his character is more important as he sparks a verbal attack from mother when mentioning "jail," which highlights Joe's secret.
WHAT TO PREPARE FOR AUDITIONS
Please download, view and/or print the sides provided in the link at the top of this audition notice and prepare for any of the characters you are interested in auditioning for.
IF YOU CANNOT ATTEND AUDITIONS, PLEASE CONTACT Carmela@star-royale.com for instructions on video auditions.
SHOW DATES: June 16 - 25, 2023
REHEARSAL DATES:
Mon, Tues and Wed evenings from 7 - 9:30

AUDITION DATE: May 21, 2023
AUDITION TIMES: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
CALLBACKS (if needed): May 22, 2023
LOCATION:
Star Royale Theatre
247 Wanaque Ave
Pompton Lakes, NJ
This audition is open for all ADULTS ages 18 and older.
Director: Brendan Stackhouse
For auditions, please ensure you do your due diligence and be familiar with the show, characters, and content prior to your audition. This is the Broadway production.
VIDEO SUBMISSIONS will be accepted IF unavailable for audition date only. We would strongly prefer to see all those auditioning in person for chemistry tests as needed and director sides. If you would like to submit a video for your audition, please prepare to submit a 16-32 bar cut of a song from the show or from a song that reflects the style of this show, as well as a headshot and resume (if you have one). A link for submissions and cut off date will be announced at a later time as the audition date gets closer.
SYNOPSIS
ALL ROLES ARE OPEN FOR THIS PRODUCTION
Star Royale Theatre is an inclusive environment and everyone is welcome to audition.
Rocky Balboa
Rocky Balboa
An amateur boxer with dreams and determination. He aspires to have a shot at the heavyweight championship and a better life.
Gender: Male
Age: 25 to 40
Vocal range top: G#4
Vocal range bottom: Ab2
Apollo Creed
A confident African American championship fighter. He is everyone's favorite to win the heavyweight title.
Gender: Male
Age: 35 to 45
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Gazzo
A ruthless loan shark who employs Rocky.
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: D3
Mickey Goldmill
Rocky's trainer, a father figure to him. A former boxer himself, Mickey is passionate about boxing.
Gender: Male
Age: 50 to 80
Vocal range top: B3
Vocal range bottom: D3
Adrian Pennino
A shy pet store clerk. Her life is overshadowed by her domineering older brother, Paulie.
Gender: Female
Age: 25 to 40
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Gloria
The vivacious owner of the pet store where Adrian works. Paulie's love interest.
Gender: Female
Age: 40 to 50
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: Db4
Joanne
A friend and coworker of Gloria and Adrian.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: E5
Vocal range bottom: C4
Angie
A friend and coworker of Gloria and Adrian.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: D4
Paulie Pennino
Adrian's bullying older brother. He tries to use
Adrian and Rocky as pawns to get what he wants
Gender: Male
Age: 35 to 50
Jergens
Apollo Creed's promoter.
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Ensemble
Roles include: Crowd, Referees, Reporters,
Street Singers, Apollo's Girls, Boxers
Dipper Riley
An up and coming boxer.
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: G#3
Vocal range bottom: C#3
WHAT TO PREPARE FOR AUDITIONS
Please prepare a 16-32 bar cut of a song FROM the show or in the style of the show. Sides will be provided at the discretion of the director.
Because of the physical nature of this production, actors may be asked (at callbacks or auditions) to perform some fight-based choreography and should be prepared to do so.
SHOW DATES: August 11 - 22, 2023
REHEARSAL DATES:
All those auditioning must be available for all tech and dress rehearsals and all performances.

AUDITION DATE: July 17, 2023
AUDITION TIMES: 4:00pm - 7:00pm
LOCATION:
Star Royale Theatre
247 Wanaque Ave
Pompton Lakes, NJ
This audition is open for all TEENS ages 13 - 16.
Director: Kim Marino
Music Director: Daniel Mullens
For auditions, please ensure you do your due diligence and be familiar with the show, characters, and content prior to your audition. This is the Broadway production.
VIDEO SUBMISSIONS will be accepted IF unavailable for audition date only. We would strongly prefer to see all those auditioning in person for chemistry tests as needed and director sides. If you would like to submit a video for your audition, please prepare to submit a 16-32 bar cut of a song from the show or from a song that reflects the style of this show, as well as a headshot and resume (if you have one). A link for submissions and cut off date will be announced at a later time as the audition date gets closer.
SYNOPSIS
ALL ROLES ARE OPEN FOR THIS PRODUCTION
Star Royale Theatre is an inclusive environment and everyone is welcome to audition.
Princeton
A fresh-faced kid just out of college and the protagonist. Puppet.
Gender: Male
Age: 20 to 25
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Kate Monster
A Kindergarten teaching assistant, who is a bit older than Princeton. Puppet.
Gender: Female
Age: 25 to 30
Vocal range top: F#5
Vocal range bottom: G2
Nicky
A slacker who lives with Rod. Puppet.
Gender: Male
Age: 20 to 30
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Rod
An investment banker who is Republican and a closeted homosexual. Puppet.
Gender: Male
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Trekkie Monster
A reclusive creature obsessed with the Internet and all it has to offer. Puppet.
Gender: Male
Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Lucy
A vixenish vamp with a dangerous edge. Puppet.
Gender: Female
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: Db5
Vocal range bottom: F3
The Bad Idea Bears
Two snuggly, cute teddy-bear types. Puppets.
Gender: Female
Age: 20 to 40
Vocal range top: D4
Vocal range bottom: Eb3
Mrs. Butz
Crabby and ancient. Kate's boss. Puppet.
Gender: Female
Age: 50 to 65
Brian
A laid-back guy married to Christmas Eve.
Gender: Male
Age: 30 to 45
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: B2
Christmas Eve
A therapist who recently moved to Avenue Q from Japan.
Gender: Female
Age: 30 to 45
Vocal range top: F#5
Vocal range bottom: B3
Gary Coleman
Yes, that Gary Coleman. Lives on the Avenue and is superintendent of the apartment buildings.
Gender: Female (traditionally, but not exclusive for this production)
Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range top: Bb4
Vocal range bottom: G#3
Ensemble
Avenue Q Residents; Moving Boxes
WHAT TO PREPARE FOR AUDITIONS
Please prepare a 16-32 bar cut of a song FROM the show or in the style of the show. Sides will be provided at the discretion of the director.
While this is the school edition of Avenue Q, those auditioning and the parents/guardians of those auditioning should be aware of some of the mature subject matter this show deals with and mentions. Some of the more risque sections of the show have been modified/removed to make is suitable for younger audiences and actors.
SHOW DATES: September 22 - 24, 2023
REHEARSAL DATES:
All those auditioning must be available for all tech and dress rehearsals and all performances.