Description:

Overshadowed Theatrical Productions is committed to presenting quality, talent- filled, family-friendly entertainment.

Holiday Inn! Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin and Book by Gordon Greenberg and Chad Hodge

Irving Berlin's HOLIDAY INN tells the story of Jim, who leaves the bright lights of show business behind to settle down on his farmhouse in Connecticut... but life just isn't the same without a bit of song and dance. Jim's luck takes a spectacular turn when he meets Linda, a spirited schoolteacher with talent to spare. Together they turn the farmhouse into a fabulous inn with dazzling performances to celebrate each holiday, from Thanksgiving to the Fourth of July. But when Jim's best friend Ted tries to lure Linda away to be his new dance partner in Hollywood, will Jim be able to salvage his latest chance at love?

Based on the classic film, this joyous musical features thrilling dance numbers, laugh-out-loud comedy and a parade of hit Irving Berlin songs, including "Blue Skies," "Easter Parade," "Steppin' Out With My Baby," "Heat Wave," "White Christmas," "Be Careful, It's My Heart," "Cheek to Cheek," "Shaking the Blues Away" and many more!

Character Descriptions:
Jim Hardy- (30's) a performer and singer-songwriter eager to leave Showbiz for a simpler life on a farm, thirties (lyric baritone), must dance

Ted Hanover- (30's) Jim's best friend and performing partner; a charming ladies man looking for his big break, lyric baritone, must dance/ STRONG tap skills required.

Lila Dixon- a determined performing superstar and Jim's mismatched fiance, high belt voice, great dancer/character actress. Will Dance. Tap.

Linda Mason- a school teacher and farm girl with hidden Hollywood talent, singer/actress/dancer, belt/mix

Danny- Jim, Ted and Lila's agent, older actor, no dance necessary

Charlie Winslow- a precocious bank messenger, able to play age 9-13. Actor.

Louise- (40-50's) the local "fix it" woman; tough, no nonsense, and extremely perceptive, belt voice, must have comedic timing, mover

Ensemble- looking for great dancer/singer/actors. All women in the ensemble will have to tap. May cast a few men who do not tap.

Ensemble will portray multiple roles and must be able to represent Broadway chorus members.

Auditions will be held at JUBILEE BIBLE CHURCH, 900 FOSTER RD., MEDINAH, ILLINOIS

Time Commitment:
Rehearsals: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday evenings, 6-10 pm, as well as Sat. Mornings. with some exceptions & additions. Rehearsal times are subject to which role your receive.

Performance Dates: November29, 30 (2:00 and 7:30, December 5, 6, and 7 (2:00 and 7:30) December 12, 13, 14 (2:00 and 7:30) December 17, 19, 20, 21 (2:00 and 7:30)

Material To Prepare:
Those auditioning should come prepared with 32 bars of a song in the style of the show. Upon scheduling an audition a link will be send that contains the dance audition. Please be prepared to perform the dance.

Please bring sheet music with appropriate cuts, An accompanist will be provided. No acapella or taped music.