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Threshold Theatre Company, the company that

brought you the critically acclaimed City of Angels,
Hairspray, Noda award winning Avenue Q, 9 to 5 and
multi-award winning Spamalot are pleased to
announce auditions for it’s upcoming production Elf
the musical.

Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts and
is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware
that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-
making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa's permission,
Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and
discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh realities that his father
is on the naughty list and his half-brother doesn't even believe in Santa,
Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York
remember the true meaning of Christmas.

This modern day holiday classic is sure to make everyone embrace

their inner elf. After all, the best way to spread Christmas Cheer is
singing loud for all to hear!

AUDITIONS
Auditions will take place at The Chapel, Douro Place, Norwich NR2 4BQ

Tue 10th July –Information and sing through (7.30pm-10pm).

Thu 12th July – Workshop 7- 10. This is a compulsory movement
workshop for all. Do you not need to prepare anything – please make
sure you wear clothes which you are comfortable doing movement in.
Those with tap shoes are asked to bring them. Individual audition slots
for Saturday will be announced.
Fri 13th July – Michael & ensemble children’s auditions 6 – 7.30pm.
Followed by an optional workshop / singing 7.30 -9 pm. Another chance
to go through audition pieces with the production team and ask
questions.
Sat 14th July – Auditions 10-6pm. Prepared individual auditions
consisting of dialogue and singing.

You are expected to prepare for the audition by learning the auditions
pieces. Whilst you may only audition for one character, you will be
considered for other roles.

Please note, due to the expected high number of those auditioning you
will be required to confirm your intention to audition at the information
evening.
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PRODUCTION DETAILS
Elf will consist of a two week run at the Norwich Playhouse:

Wednesday 12th Dec at 7.30pm

Thursday 13th Dec at 7.30pm
Friday 14th Dec at 7.30pm
Saturday 15th Dec at 2.30pm
Saturday 15th Dec at 7.30pm

Tuesday 18th Dec at 7.30pm

Wednesday 19th Dec at 7.30pm
Thursday 20th Dec at 7.30pm
Friday 21st Dec at 7.30pm
Saturday 22nd Dec at 2.30pm
Saturday 22nd Dec at 7.30pm

Rehearsals will predominantly take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays at

7:30 prompt. Prior to auditioning, you are required to let us know of any
planned absences – auditionees with excessive absences or are
unavailable for key dates (such as run throughs) are unlikely to be cast.
Attached is a provisional version of the rehearsal schedule which is
subject to change.

We look forward to meeting you all at the sing through and information
evening on Tuesday 10th July at Douro Chapel from 7:30pm.

Dan Rayner Artemis Read Lisa Rowe

Director Musical Director Choreographer
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CHARACTERISATIONS & AUDITION PIECES

Buddy
Born a human but raised at the North Pole as a Christmas Elf, Buddy is
eager to find his place in the world. He is a child at heart and that child-
like curiosity makes him both endearing and gets him into trouble.
Funny, and warm with an infectious personality. He has outrageous
enthusiasm for everything he sees and does but it is very genuine. A
strong mover with a great sense of physical comedy. Will be required
to roller blade.

Gender: Male

Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: Ab2

Audition Pieces
Lib 1: p.36 – p.38
Lib 2: p.39
Lib 3: p.50
Lib 4: p.75

Song:
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Jovie
Buddy's girlfriend. She works at Macy's and has a bit of a cynical
outlook on life and love because of the men she's dated. She is caught
off guard by Buddy's genuinely big heart. Comedic, appealing, and
relatable. A New Yorker that doesn't have much Christmas spirit until
meeting Buddy. Amazing singing voice with a strong belt up to a D flat.
Will be required to roller blade.

Gender: Female

Age: 25 to 30
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: G3

Audition Pieces
Lib 1: p.36 – p.38
Lib 2: p.83 – p.85

Walter
Buddy's workaholic father with little time left for enjoying life or
appreciating simple things. He is a Children's book writer, but lacks any
of the childlike spirit that Buddy has. He is selfish, tense, and generally
angry with life. He is an upscale successful business man who has
become cold and distant with his family until Buddy enters their life.
Good singing voice.

Gender: Male
Age: 55 to 65
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: A2

Audition Pieces
Lib 1: p.18 – p.19
Lib 2: p.58 – p.59

Emily
Walter's wife. Though she is sweet and willing to take him in, she thinks
Buddy is crazy at first but soon embraces his as one of the family.
Wishes her husband would spend more time with the family. Warm,
amazing singing voice with a strong belt up to a C

Gender: Female
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Age: 40 to 50
Vocal range top: Eb5
Vocal range bottom: F3

Audition Pieces
Lib 1: p.25 – p.26
Lib 2: p.86 – p.87

Michael
Buddy's half brother who is excited to have a new friend and brother.
Unlike his mother, he doesn't take much convincing to have Christmas
spirit; but like his mother, he wishes his father would spend more time
with the family. Funny and smart, he quickly bonds with Buddy and is
determined to share a great Christmas with his entire family. We are
looking to cast two young performers to alternate days. Amazing
singing voice.

Gender: Male

Age: 12 to 16
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: F3

Audition Pieces
Lib 1: p.50
Lib 2: p.86 – p.87

Santa
Just another workingman. Loves his job and Christmas, but also likes to
kick-back and watch the game when a rare opportunity arises. Jolly,
warm, funny, down to earth, a beer and pizza kind of Santa. A natural
storyteller. good singing voice. Small role. Must be ok with heights.

Gender: Male

Age: 65 to 80
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: A2

*may be multi-roled with ensemble

Audition Pieces
Short monologue
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Greenway
Walter's boss. He is what Walter will become if he continues down the
path he is on. A tyrannical, workaholic who cares nothing about the
people around him or who work for him. A shrewd businessman, must
have great comic timing and sing well.

Gender: Male

Age: 55 to 65

Audition Pieces
Lib 1: p.59 – p.61
Lib 2: p.99

Around 16 ensemble will be multi-roling the parts below.

Deb
Walter's secretary, funny, full of character and sharp wit. Takes an
instant liking to Buddy simply for the novelty of it. Though she aims to
please and is a bit of a suck-up, she feels under appreciated. Strong
character singer with an excellent belt and a strong mover.

Gender: Female

Age: 25 to 55
Vocal range top: Eb5
Vocal range bottom: D4

Audition Pieces
Lib 1: p.20 – p.21
Lib 2: p.54

Manager
A heavy-set manager at Macy's. He is a good, friendly guy just trying to
do his job and get by.
Gender: Male
Age: 35 to 40
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: B2

Audition Pieces
Lib 1: p.29 – p.30
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Chadwick
One of Walter's right-hand men. He is desperate to keep his job, and
perhaps the dumber of the two.
Gender: Male
Age: 40 to 50

Audition Pieces
Lib 1: p.69 – p.70

Matthews
One of Walter's right-hand men. He is desperate to keep his job and is
the schemer of the two.
Gender: Male
Age: 35 to 40

Audition Pieces
Lib 1: p.69 – p.71

Ensemble – *if not auditioning for one of the above, pick either
Charlie, Schwanda, Saleswoman or Fake Santa from below as
part of the audition.
Mrs. Claus
Elves
Charlie (Head Elf) Lib 1: p.121 – p.122
Shwanda (Elf) Lib 1: p.9 – p.10
Mr. Narwhal
Teenager
Employees
Sam
Security Guard 1&2
Customer 1&2
Saleswoman (enthusiastic Macy’s worker) Lib 1: p.28 – p.29
Store Elf 1&2
Fake Santa 1,2 & 3
Boy
Mother
Policeman 1&2
Sarah
Jim
Vendor
Waitress
Charlotte (news reporter) Lib 1: p107
Man
Woman
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Rehearsal Schedule
Date Time Act/Scene/Song Who’s Needed
JULY
Tue 17th 7.30 – 10.00 Info Evening
Thur 19th 7.30 – 10.00 Workshop
Sat 21st 10 – 6 Auditions
Mon 23rd 7 - 10 Read through (memberships etc)
Tue 24th 7.30 – 10pm
Thur 26th 7.30 – 10pm
Sun 29th
Tues 31st 7.30 – 10pm
AUGUST
Thur 2nd
Tue 7th
Thur 9th
Sun 12th
Tue 14th
Thur 16th
Tue 21st
Thur 23rd
Tue 28th
Thur 30th
SEPTEMBE
R
Sun 2nd
Tue 4th
Thur 6th
Tue 11th
Thur 13th
Sun 16th
Tue 18th
Thur 20th
Tue 25th
Thur 27th
Sun 30th
OCTOBER
Tue 2nd
Thur 4th
Tue 9th
Thur 11th
Sun 14th
Tue 16th
Thur 18th
Tue 23rd
Thur 25th
Sun 28th
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Tue 30th
NOVEMBER
Thur 1st
Tue 6th
Thur 8th
Sun 11th
Tue 13th
Thur 15th
Tue 20th ACT 1
Thur 22nd ACT 2
Sun 25th FULL RUN
Tue 27th TBC
Thur 29th TBC
DECEMBER
Sun 2nd FULL RUN
Tue 4th TBC
Thur 6th TBC
Sun 9th 10am – 10pm GET IN
Mon 10th Tech / Dress
Tues 11th Final Dress
Wed 12th Show 1
Thur 13th Show 2
Fri 14th Show 3
Sat 15th Show 4 & Show 5
Sun 16th OFF
Mon 17th OFF
Tues 18th Show 6
Wed 19th Show 7
Thur 20th Show 8
Fri 21st Show 9
Sat 22nd Show 10 & Show 11

** THIS IS SUBJECT TO FINALISATION ONCE CAST &

ADDITIONAL REHEARSALS ON A MONDAY MAY BE ADDED IF NEEDED **