Garland Civic Theatre has scheduled auditions for “Tenderly: The Rosemary Clooney Musical”, a musical based on the life of Rosemary Clooney. The show is by Janet Yates Vogt and Mark Friedman. “Tenderly” focuses on Rosemary Clooney in 1968 (age 40) as she is recovering from her infamous on-stage breakdown. Thru flashbacks, “Tenderly” charts her rise to stardom and then her healing process and reinvention; from her humble beginnings in rural Kentucky to Hollywood stardom, pill addiction and a triumphant second career. Classic songs alternate with scenes between Rosemary and her therapist.
The auditions will be held at the offices of Garland Civic Theatre, 2703 National Place, Garland on Sunday, August 21st beginning at 1pm. Appointments which can be made by calling the Garland Civic Theatre office at 972-485-8884 are required for all auditions. Auditioners should prepare any Broadway like ballad or Rosemary Clooney song or Sinatra like song. Accompanist provided; no recordings please. Bring sheet music, a headshot and resume to your appointment.
Roles for the production are as follows:
Rosemary Clooney:
Female, 30+. The famous singer. She is charming, feisty, straightforward, and vulnerable. Not looking for someone to impersonate her, necessarily, but rather can communicate Clooney’s courage, strength and sense of humor. Seeking seasoned dramatic singer/actress who excels at a variety of musical styles.
Doctor:
Rosemary Clooney’s psychiatrist, 30+. Seeking a seasoned dramatic actor who can sing, move well and who can instantly convey a range of recognizable and believable characters. Actor will also play a wide variety of other roles, both male and female, including Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra.
Kyle McClaran is directing this production. The music direction will be by Kevin Sutton and the choreography will be by Abi Abel.
The production dates are October 13 – November 5.
Season sponsors include Garland Cultural Arts Commission, Linda Braga and the Braga Law Firm, Garland Power and Light and Dr. Lisa A. Garner and Dr. Anne T. Truveson. Visit the GCT website at www.garlandcivictheatre.org or call 972-485-8884 for additional information.
