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Friday 28th & Saturday 29thJanuary, 2022THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREETMusic and Lyrics byStephen SondheimBook byHugh Wheeler

PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE READTHE INFORMATION IN THIS PACKABOUT THE MUSICALArriving home to London in 1846, Sweeney Todd, a dark and troubled man, has returned afterbeing wrongly convicted of a crime and sent to the penal colonies in Australia. He is in thecompany of a young sailor, Anthony Hope, who helped save his life at sea. Before they partcompany, Sweeney tells Anthony of his misfortunes and of his wife and daughter he hascome back to find.When Sweeney arrives at his old home he finds it has been taken over by a woman namedMrs Lovett who runs an unsuccessful pie shop below his parlour. Mrs Lovett recognises himand breaks the news that his wife is dead and together they collude to kill the manresponsible, Judge Turpin, who has taken possession of Sweeney’s daughter, Johanna, andadopted her as his ward.As fate would have it, while wandering through town, Anthony meets Johanna and they fall inlove. Not knowing she is Sweeney’s daughter he seeks his help to rescue her. Sweeney seeshis opportunity to reclaim his daughter and get his revenge on his hated enemy.ABOUT PHOENIX ENSEMBLEUnassumingly nestled within Beenleigh showgrounds, Phoenix Ensemble has been producingaward-winning theatre for over 25 years. From intimate small-cast shows to more elaborateBroadway-style show stoppers ‘The Tin Shed’ has been a heart of the community for aquarter of a century and has no plans to stop any time soon!Phoenix Ensemble presents a unique theatre experience in the Pavilion Theatre whichaccommodates 99 people in comfortable raked seating, giving every patron an up close andpersonal experience. Our shows both rehearse and perform at this theatre, which is locatedwithin the Beenleigh Showgrounds, James Street, Beenleigh, approximately 25 minutes southof Brisbane CBD and 25 minutes north of the Gold Coast.Phoenix Ensemble’s aim is to produce an eclectic mix of shows from family favourites toshows that push the envelope of musical theatre. They have won countless awards and wereregularly nominated in the Gold Coast Arts Palm Awards.Upon accepting a role with Phoenix Ensemble you will be required to become a financialmember on the first rehearsal ( 24, payable only by Credit/Debit Card). At this same time a 25 Cash Deposit is required for rehearsal materials which will be provided (this is returnedduring Bump Out). Membership ensures all participants are covered by our Voluntary WorkersPersonal Accident Insurance. You will receive more information upon acceptance. You will beasked to provide very little else during your time with us as we prefer to let you enjoy yourexperience!BOOK YOUR OWN AUDITION SLOT ATWWW.PHOENIXENSEMBLE.COM.AU

PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE READTHE INFORMATION IN THIS PACKTHE CREATIVE CAL DIRECTORCHOREOGRAPHERShane is thrilled to findhimself back on the Director’sside of the table afterhelming Phoenix’sproductions of The Mysteryof Edwin Drood, Kinky Boots,and Young Frankenstein; aswell as The Producers forQueensland Musical Theatre,and Writer’s Block for MTGto name a few. His actingcredits include Pluto andDante in the AustralianPremier of Jasper InDeadland, King Max, BillyBigelow, Prof. Harold Hill, TheCowardly Lion, Roo Webber,and Prof. Callahan. He isstudying a Bachelors inWriting and Communicationthrough Curtin University, hasstudied Acting at theUniversity of SouthernQueensland, andScreenwriting at the NewYork Film Academy. Shanealso serves as Editor-In-Chiefof TheFourthWall, is proudlythe Artistic Director forPhoenix Ensemble, and is apassionate advocate for theArts Community in SEQ andAustralia.Nicky is a conductor, multiinstrumentalist and musicteacher. She is the AssistantConductor of QueenslandYouth Orchestras and directsthe Instrumental Music –Strings Program at VarsityCollege. Nicky is a popularengagement at workshopevents for young musiciansacross the Gold Coast andhas appeared as guestconductor of the QueenslandYouth Symphony at QPAC,the Cadenza ChamberPlayers and in rehearsals forthe UQ Symphony Orchestra.Since 2012, Nicky hascontributed to over fortymusical theatre productions.She musically directed andconducted Hot Shoe Shufflein 2021 (Savoyards), wasassistant musical director andguest conductor ofOklahoma! in 2019(Savoyards), assistant musicaldirector of Les Misérables in2022 (Lynch & Patterson) andis currently musically directingand conducting Charlie andthe Chocolate Factory(HOTA).Victoria is originally from NewYork and spent the majorityof her childhood immersed inthe magic that is Broadwaytheater. Over the years shehas added countless styles ofdance to her ever growingrepertoire such as Ballet,Pointe, Jazz, Contemporary,East Coast Swing, Acro, andmore. After her relocation toBrisbane, Victoria hascontinued to foster her loveof theater by performing inshows such as ‘Chicago’(Ensemble), ‘YoungFrankenstein’ (FeaturedDancer), ‘Beauty and theBeast’ (Silly Girl), ‘Charlie andthe Chocolate Factory’(Featured Dancer and VerucaSalt Swing), ‘The Mystery ofEdwin Drood’ (FeaturedDancer), and ‘Bring It On’(Skylar). She also worked asthe Assistant Choreographeron Phoenix Ensembles ‘KinkyBoots’ and is thrilled to beback at the Tin Shed onceagain. Sweeney Todd is oneof Victoria’s favorite showsand she is excited to bringthis dark and thrilling tale tolife.

PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE READTHE INFORMATION IN THIS PACKTHE ROLESWe are an amateur company. No roles are paid.Phoenix Ensemble is strongly committed to thediversity of our performers.On Fleet Street, all are welcome, and we thoroughlyencourage performers of all ethnicities, cultures,genders and abilities. Phoenix Ensemble is a safespace.The age ranges listed are the characters' ages, not necessarily the ages of the actors.Sweeney ToddAnthonyVocal Range: Baritone F2 - Gb4Age Range: 30's - 50'sVocal Range: Tenor Bb2-F4.Age Range: 20'sA wrongly convicted master barber.He has returned to London seeking toright the wrongs committed againsthim. He is powerful, vengeful, hottempered, intelligent, forceful,terrifying, brooding and morose with acertain cynical charm. He must have acommanding presence.A naive and youthful sailor returning toLondon. He rescues Todd andunexpectedly falls in love withJohanna. Strong, brave and full of thejoys of the world. He has yet to inhabitthe cynical qualities of Todd. He growsmore and more terrified of the worldaround him.Mrs LovettAdolfo PirelliVocal Range: Mezzo w/Belt G3 - E5Age Range: 30's - 50'sVocal Range: High Tenor B2-C5Age Range: 30's-40'sAn entrepreneurial and unscrupulousmeat pie shop owner. She falls in lovewith Todd and turns his desire forrevenge into a profitable businessventure for herself. She is talkative,cheerful, manipulative, devious andambitious with a sexual prowess.Great comedic timing is necessary.An Irish charlatan and formeremployee of Todd's who has sincedeveloped a public persona as a flashyand flamboyant Italian barber. He iscrooked, calculating and connivingwith a hot temper. A comedic role.Both Italian and Irish accents arerequired.

PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE READTHE INFORMATION IN THIS PACKBeggar WomanJoannaVocal Range: Mezzo Ab3 - F5Age Range: 30'sVocal Range: Soprano Bb3-A5Age Range: Needs to appear 16An eerie, poor soul living on thestreets of London making her livingprostituting herself to sailors atLondon docks. She is a derangedwoman who harbors a dark, surprisingsecret. She is actually Todd's wifeunrecognizable, but a consistentcharacter through the show. Herinterjections go unheeded.A high-spirited girl, full of innocencewith a flirtatious demeanor. She isconstantly yearning for freedom.Todd's long-lost daughter and JudgeTurpin's ward.Judge TurpinA poor simpleton youngsterapprenticed to Pirelli and who finds asurrogate mother in Lovett. He is loyal,truthful and innocent to a fault with aheart of gold and a sharp eye. Hedoes not trust Todd.Vocal Range: Bass E2-Gb4Age Range: 50's A lecherous, corrupt and evil publicofficial who portrays himself assanctimonious. He takes advantage ofhis position in the city and isresponsible for imprisoning Todd. Helusts after Joanna.Beadle BamfordVocal Range: High Tenor D3-D5Age Range: 30's-50'sA pompous public official, deeply loyalto Judge Turpin. He is eager, violent,unscrupulous and terrorizing.TobiasVocal Range: Tenor Bb2-Ab4Age Range: 16 - 20'sEnsembleVocal Ranges: Sop, Alto, Tenor & BassA strong ensemble is needed to act asa Greek Chorus, commenting on theaction and augmenting the story.Some of the roles they will portrayinclude; Storytellers, Townspeople,Police, Lunatics and Customers. TheEnsemble gets ample opportunity forvocal challenges and is showcasedthroughout.

PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE READTHE INFORMATION IN THIS PACKPRINCIPAL AUDITIONSBy appointment only; individual 15 minute private sessions.Prepare two contrasting songs in the style of the show. Please do not sing asong from the show.No piano accompaniment will be provided. Please bring a backing track onUSB or on an AUX cord compatible device. If you have new iPhone do notforget the Lightning to Audio Jack dongle.You may be required to read during your individual private audition. You willfind the slides as an appendix.Please bring a colour headshot (minimum size 10cm X 15 cm). Non-returnable.Bring your audition form, completed in full and listing ALL clashes with theSweeney Todd Calendar (supplied in this document).You may be required to perform some basic movement during your audition.You will not need to prepare anything.CALLBACKS & OFFERSIf you are offered a callback, you will be required to learn a musical excerpt fromthe show. All offers of callbacks will be advised by telephone at the end of theaudition period and any additional material will be available for download online.All auditionees will be notified via email or phone of their offer or otherwise atthe completion of the audition process.Callbacks (if required) will takeplace on Sunday 30 January, 2022BOOK YOUR OWN AUDITION SLOT ATWWW.PHOENIXENSEMBLE.COM.AU

WHAT TO DO NEXT1. Check the CalendarPlease check the ‘Sweeney Todd’ Calendar for conflicts. Only limited absences inrehearsals will be accommodated as our rehearsal process is short and our cast isrelatively small. These must be recorded on your audition form to allow us toprepare rehearsal schedules productively. Please discuss any concerns with uswhen you book your audition.2. Book Your AuditionWe’re running a ‘book your own audition’ system for this show, so you are able tobook your own audition time slot. Please visit www.phoenixensemble.com.au andclick the AUDITION tab at the top. This will take you to the interface to bookyour own slot.If you have any issues please email: auditions@phoenixensemble.com.au and wewill gladly help you through the process.DO NOT EMAIL admin@phoenixensemble.com.au, please ensure you email ourauditions@ email address for the quickest response.3. Check Important Dates and TimesStage 1:PRIVATE AUDITIONS:Friday, 28 January, 6pm - 10pmSaturday, 29 January 10am - 6pmTin Shed, Beenleigh ShowgroundsCALLBACKSSunday, 30 January, 7pm onwardsTin Shed, Beenleigh ShowgroundsStage 2:REHEARSALS, COMMENCING SUNDAY 6TH FEBRUARYFEBRUARY - APRIL : Mondays and Wednesdays 7 pm - 10 pm,Sundays 1 pm - 6 pm @ Tin Shed, Beenleigh ShowgroundsStage 3:PERFORMANCE DATESFriday, 6 May @ 7:30 pmSaturday, 7 May @ 7:30 pmSaturday 14 May @ 2 pm*Friday, 20 May @ 7:30 pmSaturday 21 May @ 7:30 pmSaturday 28 May @ 2 pmStage 4:BUMP OUTSunday, 29 May @ 1 pmSaturday, 7 May @ 2 pm*Friday, 13 May @ 7:30 pmSaturday 14 May @ 7:30 pmSaturday 21 May @ 2 pm*Friday, 27 May @ 7:30 pmSaturday 28 May @ 7:30 pm*Potential Matinee Performance

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Book by. Hugh Wheeler. Friday 28th & Saturday 29th. January, 2022. THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET. PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE READ. THE INFORMATION IN THIS PACK. ABOUT THE MUSICAL. Arriving home to London in 1846, Sweeney Todd, a dark and troubled man, has returned after. being wrongly convicted of a crime and sent to the penal colonies in .