Joseph Auditions

High Point Community Theatre announces auditions for the 2nd production of its 2009-2010 season, Joseph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. The Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes to vibrant life in this delightful musical parable. Joseph, his father's favorite son, is a boy blessed with prophetic dreams. When he is sold into slavery by his jealous brothers and taken to Egypt, Joseph endures a series of adventures in which his spirit and humanity are continually challenged. He is purchased by Potiphar where thwarting advances from Potiphar's wife lands him in jail. When news of Joseph's gift to interpret dreams reaches the Pharaoh (wryly and riotously depicted as Elvis), Joseph is well on his way to becoming second in command. Eventually his brothers, having suffered greatly, unknowingly find themselves groveling at the feet of the brother they betrayed but no longer recognize. After testing their integrity, Joseph reveals himself leading to a heartfelt reconciliation of the sons of Israel. Set to an engaging cornucopia of musical styles, from country-western and calypso to bubble-gum pop and rock 'n' roll, this Old Testament tale emerges both timely and timeless.

A pre-audition workshop will be held on Sunday, December 6th, 2009 at 7:00 pm. At this workshop, those auditioning can learn more about the audition, rehearsal and performance process and will have the opportunity to go over their audition selection with the musical director and accompanist.

Auditions will be held on Monday, December 7, and Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at 7:00 pm. Those 14 and under will be taught a short song. Those over 14 should prepare a short song and bring sheet music in the proper key. An accompanist will be provided.

The pre-audition workshop and auditions will be held at the HPCT rehearsal space, 305 North Main Street, Suite 322 in High Point. Parking and entrance are in the rear of the building off of English Drive.

Joseph will be performed at Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church on March 11, 12, 13, 18, 19 & 20, 2010 at 7:30 pm and will be directed by Bobby Bodford with musical direction by Michael Dougherty and choreography by Mallory Graham.

Joseph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Characters:
Narrator
Joseph
Jacob – Joseph’s Father
Joseph’s Brothers: Reuben, Simeon, Levi, Naphtali, Issachar, Asher, Dan, Zebulon, Gad, Benjamin, Judah
Potiphar and Mrs. Potiphar
Butler
Baker
Pharaoh (Elvis Presley type)
Adult/Teen Men & Women’s Singing/Dancing Ensemble
Children's Chorus (Boys & Girls)

Contact Jennifer Blevins at 336-882-2542 or jblevins@hpcommunitytheatre.org with any questions.