Dakota Stage Ltd. is holding open auditions for “Clue: The Musical” on Monday, August 14, and Tuesday, August 15, at 5:30 pm each evening. Auditions will be held at Dakota Stage, 412 East Main Ave, Bismarck.

Rehearsal begins Thursday, August 17th. Full rehearsal schedule will be available at time of audition. Performances are October 5-7 and 12-15, 2017. 

“Clue: The Musical” is directed by Anne Jorgenson Green, with musical direction by LaDonna Carpenter. 

The Cast:
MR. BODDY - Male - 20s-60s - Baritone/Tenor - charismatic, handsome, playful host
PROFESSOR PLUM - Male - 30s-60s - Baritone - astute intellectual with a wry sense of humor
COLONEL MUSTARD - Male - 40s-60s (typically played older) - Baritone - pompous, randy military man
MR. GREEN - Male - 20s-40s - Baritone/Tenor - slick, handsome wheeler-dealer
MRS. WHITE - Female (potentially portrayed by Male) - 20-60s - fun-loving cockney maid
MRS. PEACOCK - Female - 30s-60s - Mezzo - acerbic, manipulative, sexy socialite
MISS SCARLET - Female - 20s-40s - Wide Vocal Range - shrewd, very attractive vixen
DETECTIVE - Female - 20s-60s - Unique/Interesting singing voice - hard-nosed, snappy, humorous

Age is a number and the age ranges here are broad purposefully. Directors cast based on multiple factors, regardless of the ages suggested by the script. If you are passionate about a role or the show, audition regardless of your age!

Audition materials will be provided. Please come prepared with 16 bars from a musical, performance ready. An accompanist will be provided. Please pdf your audition piece in advance to theaterdir@dakotastageltd.com. You may also bring recorded music if you prefer.

Scripts will be available for review by contacting theaterdir@dakotastageltd.com or 701-258-4998.
 

March 16-18 7:30 PM

March 23-25 7:30 PM

March 26 2:00 PM

March 16-18 & March 23-25 at 7:30 PM
March 26 at 2:00 PM

Lily Harrison is a formidable woman. As the wife of a Southern Baptist Minister she holds strong in her values. When she hires Michael Minetti to give her six dance lessons over the course of six weeks, she does not immediately care for him. However, as they dance their relationship blossoms into an intimate friendship and they share their deepest secrets with one another. Audiences will enjoy this lovely comedy with music and dance, including swing, tango, foxtrot, and cha-cha!

This intimate show is brought to life by two actors. Tami Helmers portrays Lily Harrison. Tami was recently featured in "Bell, Book and Candle" and has been appearing at Dakota Stage since 2002. Justin Ell returns to Dakota Stage after a 12 year hiatus portraying Michael Minetti. Director Kathryn Dunlap has been a featured actor at Dakota Stage and is thrilled to be making her directorial debut, and Tanner Hostetter is the stage manager. Scenic design by Tylar Talkington, costume design by DeAnne Billings. Set built by Austin Geltel of Mandan Theatre Services with assistance from the cast and crew.