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Audition Pack

Audition appointments will be allocated once application has been received. Please email application with photo to [email protected] Or post to PO Box 2185, Christchurch 8140 Applications close Wednesday 12th May.

Showbiz Christchurch is a not-for-profit society established for community participation and enjoyment of musicals.

Artistic Team

Director/Choreographer Sara Brodie Musical Director Richard Marrett

A limited season at the Isaac Theatre Royal from 22 September – 02 October 2021

About Buddy - The Story

A musical with by BUDDY HOLLY, script by ALAN JAMES, composed by PAUL JURY

Buddy has had audiences on their feet in every corner of the globe and now "The World's Most Successful Rock 'n' Roll Musical" is back and ready to explode onto the stage in a toe-tapping, hand-clapping extravaganza! In 1959, the man who changed the face of popular tragically died in a plane crash aged just 22. Now Buddy tells the story of the three years in which he became the world's top recording artist with a show that features over 20 of Buddy Holly's greatest hits including '', 'That'll Be The Day', 'Oh Boy', 'Everyday', 'Not Fade Away', '' and ''. Buddy follows Buddy Holly from his first recording contract through to his move to New York, to his final legendary performance at the in Clear Lake, Iowa. Seen by over 22 million people worldwide, this show is not to be missed as Buddy sings his way through two hours of the best rock 'n' roll songs ever written.

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Audition Information: Please read all information carefully & complete all sections of the separate audition application form.

All roles in Buddy are limited to performers aged 16 and above (must be 16 by 14th September 2021)

We are seeking a diverse ensemble cast of: singers, musicians, and actors, who can move well to bring Buddy Holly’s story to life.

We encourage Latino, African American, BIPOC performers to apply.

The season of Buddy, produced by Showbiz Christchurch, will run at the Isaac Theatre Royal from Wednesday 22 September – Saturday 02 October 2021

Wednesday 22 September 7.30pm Thursday 23 September 7.30pm Friday 24 September 7.30pm Saturday 25 September 2.00pm (TBC) and 7.30pm Sunday 26 September 4.00pm Tuesday 28 September 7.30pm Wednesday 29 September 7.30pm Thursday 30 September 7.30pm Friday 01 October 7.30pm Saturday 02 October 2.00pm (TBC) and 7.30pm

Rehearsal Information:

Rehearsals will be held at Showbiz Christchurch rooms at 369 St Asaph Street.

Music rehearsals commence 15th July 2021. Staging rehearsals commence 01st August 2021.

All rehearsals prior to final production weeks and the actual season are weekday evenings and Saturday/Sundays.

The time required for rehearsing and staging a major musical is significant, and requires a full company of 20+ cast, band, production team and crew that are completely committed to the production. Please consider your availability carefully prior to committing to the 2021 season of Buddy and notify of any potential conflicts on your audition forms. Non-notified absence from rehearsals is not acceptable.

Auditions: All auditions will be held at Showbiz Studios - 369 St Asaph Street Please park on the street as there is limited off street parking.

Auditions will be held on Friday 14th (late afternoon/evening) and Saturday 15th (all day)

All auditionees for the cast are expected to complete a vocal audition.

Those wanting to play should bring their instrument/s. A piano and drum kit will be available. We are looking for a fiddle player, double bass, electric guitar, drums, and piano, to make up our onstage multi-skilled cast.

You may be asked to move as part of your audition and read dialogue.

2 Updated by Admin 30/03/21 Individual Audition times; • Friday 14th May 4.00 – 9.30pm and Saturday 15th May 10.00 – 4.00pm

• Vocal auditions will be in 10-minute slots. • You will be allocated an audition time when your application is received. • Please prepare a short (approximately 2 minutes or less) own choice audition in the genre of ‘50s Rock n’ Roll that shows your range and vocal ability. • You may sing a song from the show if you wish to, but that is not essential. • Please bring your own sheet music in the key you are performing, and we will provide an audition pianist. If you prefer you may bring a backing track (instrumental only – no vocal line), on a smart device that can plug into our sound system – i.e. Ipad/ Smart Phone/ Ipod or USB stick etc. • No a cappella (unaccompanied) auditions please

Recalls will be on Saturday afternoon at a delegated time between 4.00 - 6.00pm

Audition appointments are required – these will be allocated on receipt of application.

What you need to know/ prepare:

On the day, please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your audition time, allowing time for administration, to familiarise yourself with dialogue (which will be supplied for some characters) and your individual preparation.

Please bring with you:

Sheet music for your own selection song, in the key and version that you are performing, with cuts clearly marked (no chord charts), or a backing track if you prefer (without vocals). We will provide a pianist and backing track playback facilities for smart devices.

Call backs:

Please be prepared for the possibility of a call back between 4.00 - 6.00pm on Saturday May 15th. Getting a call back does not guarantee a role. Likewise, you may be cast even if you are not called back.

Please ensure that you have entered a current contact telephone number on your audition application form where we can easily reach you during the audition dates.

Buddy Character Details

Buddy Holly - Leading role - cover. Electric Guitar skills to a high standard. - cover. Drums to a high standard

Joe Maudlin- cover Double Bass to a high standard

Tommy 4th Cricket Electric Guitar to a good standard Maria Elena Hi Pockets Duncan - DJ Norm Petty Vi Petty - Competent pianist 3 Updated by Admin 30/03/21 Shirley Peggy Sue Mary Lou Sokolof Marlena Madison - Apollo Singer

Tyrone Jones - Apollo Singer Big Bopper

Hayrider #1 - Fiddler Hayrider #2 - Double Bass Player Hayrider #3 Apollo Performer #1 Apollo Performer #2 Murray Deutch Denzel Jefferson Ensemble Roles include: Dion & , DJs, Jingle singers, sound studio engineers. All roles listed above are based on real people and you can find good imagery and information via google.

Musical Numbers of the show Buddy

1. Rose of Texas -The Hayriders 2. Flower Of My Heart – Buddy Holly & 3. - Buddy Holly & The Crickets 4. That’ll Be The Day - Buddy Holly & The Crickets 5. Rock Around With Ollie Vee - Buddy Holly & The Crickets 6. Everyday - Buddy Holly & The Crickets with Vi Petty 7. Shout – Tyrone Jones & Company 8. Not Fade Away - Buddy Holly & The Crickets 9. Peggy Sue – Buddy Holly & The Crickets 10. Word Of Love - Buddy Holly & The Crickets with Tyrone Jones 11. Oh Boy - Buddy Holly & The Crickets with Tyrone Jones 12. – Buddy Holly & The Crickets with Vi Petty 13. – Buddy Holly 14. National Anthem – Mary Lou Sokolof, Miss Winter Beauty 1959 15. Why Do Fools Fall In Love – Jack Daw & The Snowbirds 16. Chantilly Lace – Big Bopper & Company 17. Maybe Baby – Buddy Holly & Company 18. – Buddy Holly & Company 19. Heartbeat – Buddy Holly & Company 20. La Bamba – Ritchie Valens & Company 21. Raining In My Heart – Full Company 22. It Doesn’t Matter Anymore – Full Company 23. Rave On – Full Company 24. Johnny Be Good – Full Company

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