Beauty and the beast
This show is a very common high school one. There's a ton of awesome roles for guys, but only a few for girls. The main two are Belle, obviously, and Mrs. Potts. If you have awesome stage presence or a really nice soprano along with a decent belt, Belle's the role you're gonna want to go for. Lots of other girls are going to want it to though (mostly because it's the only role they've heard of), but if you do your research and practice, you'll do fine. For Mrs. Potts, you're going to want a nice soprano. She only sings one song, but it's kind of important. Other than that, you can be a furniture piece (some of them have some nice bits-see Human Again) or a silly girl. For guys, there's the Beast, Gaston, Lumiere, and Cogsworth. Go for the Beast or Gaston if you'd like; if you have a bit more of a character voice/persona, than go for Cogsworth or Lumiere. ALSO, Gaston doesn't have to be a really awesome singer. So if you've got the acting chops, go for it! Or, if you'd prefer a smaller character role, go for Lefou (who does sing) or Maurice (yep, he sings too.)
AUDITION SONGS FOR BELLE:
Reflection, Mulan
God Help the Outcasts, Hunchback of Notre Dame
Much More, The Fantasticks
I Have Confidence, Sound of Music (A lot of other songs from this work too)
Anything from Tangled
And I am begging you, please DON'T SING Part of Your World. Everyone sings it. EVERYONE.
AUDITION SONGS FOR BELLE:
Reflection, Mulan
God Help the Outcasts, Hunchback of Notre Dame
Much More, The Fantasticks
I Have Confidence, Sound of Music (A lot of other songs from this work too)
Anything from Tangled
And I am begging you, please DON'T SING Part of Your World. Everyone sings it. EVERYONE.
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*By which I mean no solo singing. It's a musical, people. You're gonna have to sing.
Character breakdownBABETTE
A saucy, enchanted feather-duster, and the object of Lumiere's affections. She is the playful, gorgeous, seductive French maid. Female, 25-35 yrs old Range: C4 - F5 BEAST A Prince transformed into a terrifying beast for his lack of compassion. He is hot-tempered and commanding, but has a warm, loving heart buried far beneath his gruff exterior. Male, 30-40 yrs old Range: A2 – F4 BELLE A vibrant, intelligent girl with beauty, who wants more out of the life than an ordinary existence. She is optimistic, fun-loving, caring, and eager to experience life. Female, 20-25 yrs old Range: E3 - F5 CHIP An enchanted teacup and Mrs. Potts’ darling little boy. He is innocent, playful, and bright-eyed. Male, 7-10 yrs old Range: A3 - F5 COGSWORTH A tightly-wound, enchanted mantle clock and the head of the Beast’s household. He is uptight, strict, and punctual but also hard-working, faithful, and thorough. Male, 40-55 yrs old Range: A2 - E4 ENSEMBLE: WOLVES; ENCHANTED OBJECTS; TOWNSPEOPLE GASTON The egotistical, ultra-masculine villain determined to marry Belle. He is manipulative yet charming and earnest. Male, 30-40 yrs old Range: A2 - E4 LEFOU Gaston’s bumbling sidekick. He is loyal, energetic, and optimistic, but not quite the brightest guy. Male, 25-35 yrs old Range: B2 - F#4 LUMIERE A suave, debonair enchanted candelabra. He is a loyal and steadfast servant. Male, 35-45 yrs old Range: F#2 - F#4 MADAME DE LA GRANDE BOUCHE A former opera diva-turned-enchanted wardrobe. She has a caring, refined, larger than life personality. Female, 40-55 yrs old Range: C#4 - D5 MAURICE Belle’s loving, eccentric father. A child at heart and inventor in his own world. Male, 55-65 yrs old Range: Bb2 – Db4 MONSIEUR D'ARQUE The sheming proprietor of the local insane asylum. He is a dark, sinister villain who aides Gaston in his plot to marry Belle. Male, 35-55 yrs old Range: D3 - A4 MRS. POTTS A warm-hearted, maternal enchanted teapot. She is loyal, caring, and playful. Female, 45-55 yrs old Range: F#3 - G5 |
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