AUDITIONS: I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change

PRE-AUDITION WORKSHOP: Sunday, December 6 at 6 p.m. (optional)

AUDITIONS: Monday, December 7 and Tuesday, December 8

It is only necessary to attend one night of auditions.

Reserve your spot for the pre-audition workshop and/or auditions.

CALLBACKS: Wednesday, December 9

REHEARSALS: December 11 – January 27

PERFORMANCES: January 28 – February 14

DIRECTOR: Sarah Curtis

MUSIC DIRECTOR: Justin Davis

CHOREOGRAPHER: Greg Thompson

ABOUT THE SHOW: The course of true love never did run smooth, they say… and this musical comedy takes you on a delightful ride through every twist, turn, and bump in the road of the modern journey. It’s a hilarious celebration of all the milestones from single to married (and beyond): first dates, weddings, marriage, babies, family, and being alone again. For anyone who’s ever played the waiting, dating, and mating game, or taken a chance at romance… this is your Valentine.

ROLES AVAILABLE: Two men, two women. Ages 20s-40s. Actors will play multiple characters ranging in age from 10-70 + .

Woman #1: Late 20s to early 30s. Soprano (low A to Bb5). The polished, sometimes neurotic career woman; the apprehensive dater; and the overwhelmed new mother. Key songs: “I Can Live With That” and “He Called Me.” Woman #2: Late 20s to early 40s. Alto (low F# to Db5). The cynical, dating-app-weary friend; the exhausted suburban wife; and the hilarious, gossiping grandmother. Key songs: “Always a Bridesmaid” and “The Very First Dating Video.” Man #1: Late 20s to late 30s. Tenor/baritone (middle C to Ab5). The slightly insecure, romantic guy; the sports-obsessed husband; and the awkward, over-the-hill divorcé. Key songs: “Shouldn’t I Be Less in Love with You?” and “A Stud and a Babe.” Man #2: Late 20s to early 40s. Baritone (low Db to upper Gb5). The commitment-phobe; the overly analytical modern dad; and the energetic geriatric pickup artist. Key songs: “Tear Jerk” and “The Family That Drives Together.”

PRE-AUDITION WORKSHOP: There will be a free, optional, pre-audition workshop on Sunday, December 6 at 6 p.m. Led by director Sarah Curtis and music director Justin Davis, this practical workshop is ideal for both newcomers and experienced performers to meet the show’s creative team, learn about the audition process, and practice your audition song and monologue. Bring your sheet music so you can rehearse your audition song. Reserve your spot for the workshop.

AUDITIONS: Auditions are Monday, December 7 and Tuesday, December 8. It is only necessary to attend one night of auditions. Reserve your audition spot.

Men, learn and sing this song cut of “The Baby Song.” Women, learn and sing this song cut of “Always a Bridesmaid.” An accompanist will be provided. No recorded accompaniment or a cappella auditions will be allowed. You must bring printed, legible music in a book or binder or be able to AirDrop a PDF to the accompanist. Please also prepare a one-minute monologue. Here’s a helpful source for finding an audition monologue. Dress appropriately for the dance/movement portion of the audition (no sandals, flip-flops, or open-toed shoes).

Note: If you have any questions about your preparation for auditions, please reach out to Craig James, Director of Guest Services and Operations, at (352) 236-2274, ext. 102, or cjames@ocalacivictheatre.com . We want your audition process to be smooth, fun, and successful!

You may check out a copy of the script from the box office for one week with a $10 refundable deposit. Please call ahead to make sure a script is in stock. Scripts checked out the week before auditions must be returned by 2 p.m. on Friday, October 16.

No experience is necessary. Newcomers and theatre veterans alike are welcome and encouraged to audition. If you are unable to attend the scheduled auditions, please contact the theatre at (352) 236-2274 about making a separate appointment. Be prepared at auditions to list any conflicts with the rehearsal schedule.

If you need any specific accommodations to audition, please contact Craig James, Director of Guest Services and Operations, at (352) 236-2274, ext. 102, or cjames@ocalacivictheatre.com to make your request. Examples of accommodations made in the past are a wheelchair-accessible audition space, large-print materials, prompters in the audition room, volunteers to help fill out forms, and auditions by appointment.

CALLBACKS: For those who are called back, callbacks will be held on Wednesday, December 9. You may familiarize yourself in advance with the music required for callbacks . This includes one song for women (“I Will Be Loved Tonight”), one song for men (“Shouldn’t I Be Less in Love With You?”), and one short combined section from the finale as marked on the PDF, to test harmonies and a cappella singing strength. It also includes a link to recordings to use as demonstrations.

REHEARSALS: Rehearsals are Sunday through Thursday. Sunday rehearsals are 5:30-9:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday rehearsals are 6:30-9:30 p.m. There is a public table read on Friday, December 11, then the typical rehearsal schedule will begin on Sunday, December 13. Tech rehearsals are January 20-23, with an all-day tech rehearsal on Saturday, January 23. Dress rehearsals are January 25-27.

PERFORMANCES: There will be 15 public performances, Thursdays through Sundays, January 28 through February 14 at Ocala Civic Theatre.

CIVIC POLICY: All cast and crew ages 16+ will be subject to a background check. This is required for shows with anyone age 15 or younger in the cast.

TRANSPARENCY IN CASTING: As a community theatre with an open casting policy, we promote equal opportunity and inclusion. We actively invite those performing artists who may have been historically underrepresented. Ocala Civic Theatre is committed to casting qualified artists who reflect the demographics of our community and our society, without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, or disability status.

ABOUT THE DIRECTOR: Sarah Curtis is a director, educator, and MFA graduate in Directing from Ohio University. She is the Associate Artistic Director and Education Coordinator for The Civic, where she previously directed Matilda the Musical Jr. and Godspell . As a director, she has been at the helm of a range of projects spanning from large-scale musicals to world premiere plays. Her recent credits include Wicked Bitter Beats(s), The Prom, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Much Ado About Nothing, The Trojan Women, and John Proctor is the Villain. She is a proud alumnus of the Kennedy Center Directing fellowship and associate member of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC) Union. She is thrilled to be back at The Civic and excited to be a part of its continued growth!