Meridian Little Theatre Auditions for 'Mamma Mia!' March 4 and 5

 

Meridian Little Theatre is ramping up for its next production — the beloved musical “Mamma Mia!”

Auditions are set for Monday and Tuesday March 4 and 5 at 6:30 p.m. both evenings at the Highway 39 North playhouse. The show is set to run from May 9-14.

More than 60 million people worldwide have fallen in love with the characters, the story and the music that make it the ultimate feel-good show, MLT Director Ellie Massey said.

The hits of the popular Swedish pop group ABBA tell the hilarious story of a young woman’s search for her birth father. This sunny and funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago.

“The story-telling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, creating an unforgettable show,” Massey said. “This show has is all: a large cast, non-stop laughs and explosive dance numbers. A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!”

Roles for the MLT production include:

Women (Lead/featured “Speaking” parts)

Sophie Sheridan – Born and raised on the island, engaged to be married. (20s)

Ali – Sophie’s friend (20s)

Lisa – Sophie’s Friend (20s)

Donna Sheridan – Sophie’s Mother (40s)

Tanya – Donna’s friend and former Dynamo (40s)

Rosie – Donna’s friend and former Dynamo (40s)

 

Men (Lead/featured “Speaking” parts)

Sky – Sophie’s fiancé (20s)

Pepper – Sky’s friend and barman at Donna’s Tavern (20s)

Eddie – Sky’s friend and helps out with Water Sports (20s)

Harry Bright – Donna’s ex-boyfriend – may be Sophie’s father (40s)

Bill Austin – Donna’s ex-boyfriend – may be Sophie’s father (40s)

Sam Carmichael – Donna’s ex-boyfriend – may be Sophie’s father (40s)

Father Alexandrios – The local priest (Any age)

Women’s and Men’s Chorus – Singing and dancing on nearly every song.

Participants are asked to prepare 1 minute of a song NOT from “Mamma Mia!”

“Select a song that showcases your vocal strengths and range,” Massey said.

Songs from the Broadway genre are preferred, but not mandatory. Those auditioning are asked to bring sheet music for the pianist. Accompaniment music from a cell phone will not be permitted.

Auditioners will also be asked to read from the script with other actors in a scene as well as take part in a brief dance session with several other dancers at a time.