AUGUST 8-24, 2025
PALIKU THEATRE
Auditions:
Monday, June 9, 6:30-9:30 pm
Tuesday, June 10, 6:30-9:30 pm
APPOINTMENT PREFERRED
Callbacks on Wednesday, June 11, 6:30-9:30 pm
Callbacks will be determined after the first round of auditions.
All auditions and rehearsals will be held at Paliku Theatre.
45-720 Keaahala Rd, Kaneohe, HI 96744
Free parking is available.
Rehearsals:
June 23-August 7
Monday-Friday, 6:30-9:30 pm
Some Saturdays beginning July 5, 1-5 pm
Performance Run:
August 8-24, 2025
Fridays, Saturdays, 7:30 pm curtain
Sundays, 4 pm curtain
Additional Thursday performances may be added
A note about the content of Gypsy:
Gypsy tells the story of famed Burlesque performer Gypsy Rose Lee, who headlined the world-renowned Minsky’s Theatres in the 1930’s. Burlesque as a form of entertainment derived from elements of Victorian music hall and minstrel shows, and slowly evolved to feature risqué comedy and female nudity.
As an integral plot point of this musical is Gypsy Rose Lee’s introduction into, and eventual conquering of, the world of American striptease, many of the costumes for almost all female cast members in the latter portion of the show may be slightly revealing, suggestive, and/or body-conforming in nature. However, there will be no nudity in this production.
AUDITIONING FOR GYPSY:
To schedule an audition, please email iabkgypsy2025@gmail.com
Walk-ins will be seen as time permits.
Prepare 32 bars from the Golden-age Broadway repertoire by composers such as Jule Styne, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Lerner & Loewe, Frank Loesser, Cole Porter, Kander & Ebb, etc. Please avoid pop songs if possible. Bring sheet music which includes piano accompaniment (bass and treble clef). An accompanist will be provided. No karaoke tracks.
Auditioners who are interested in the following roles may be asked to stay for a movement audition. For men, this may include a rhythm combination; tap shoes are not required, but please bring them if you have them:
Louise
Dainty June
Baby Louise
Baby June
Toreadorables
Newsboys/Farmboys
Tessie, Mazeppa, and Electra
ROLES FOR ACTORS AGE 16+
ROSE Female Age: 35-55
The role of Rose will be played by Castle High School and Bright Theater Alumnus Jacquelyn Holland-Wright.
LOUISE Female Age: 20’s-30’s, must play age 16 through adult
Vocal range: Mezzo (C# to Eb)
A shy and lonely teenager, earnest and loyal to her family. An insecure and awkward performer, pushed aside by Madam Rose in favor of talented younger sister June until she herself becomes her mother’s new pet project. Must be able to move well. Must be able to portray both the awkward teen and a sophisticated woman who becomes an experienced star in the world of burlesque.
HERBIE Male Age: 40-60
Vocal range: Baritone
Talent Agent for Rose’s children. Former Candy Salesman, now the act’s manager and Rose’s companion. Possible Husband #4. He has a heart of gold and the strength to defend the people he loves. Strong acting role. Movement skills a plus.
JUNE Female Age: 16-20’s, must play age 14-18
Vocal range: Strong belt, Ab to D
A former child star, now quickly outgrowing her act and her mother’s controlling nature. Has dreams of becoming independent and achieving serious stardom outside of Vaudeville. Must dance very well, including tap skills, strong Broadway singer, close harmony skills preferred. Splits and baton twirling a plus. May double in the ensemble.
TULSA Male Age: 18-30, must play age 18-21
Vocal range: High Baritone. F to G
A boy-next-door type who strives to break out of the troupe with an act of his own. Extremely strong dancer in all styles of show dance including tap. Good singer, charming, very athletic and handsome young man.
TESSIE TURA Female Age: 30’s-60’s
Vocal range: Mezzo Belt, C# to Db
A stripper just past her prime. Big Broadway voice, strong movement/dance, ballet training helpful. A burlesque dancer who shares her dressing room with Louise. She was once a ballerina and still has some of the moves. A coarse broad who’s been around the block. Very funny. May double in the ensemble.
MAZEPPA Female Age: 30’s-60’s
Vocal range: Alto Belt, G below Middle C to Bb
A stripper just past her prime. Big Broadway voice, strong movement/dance, powerful character. A burlesque dancer who is tough and physically intimidating. Trumpet playing skills would be outstanding but not required. May double in the ensemble.
ELECTRA Female Age: 30’s-60’s
Vocal range: Mezzo Belt, Bb to D
A stripper just past her prime. Big Broadway voice, strong movement/dance. Ditzy and sweet. May double in the ensemble.
FARMBOYS Male Age: 17-30, must play teenagers
Must have strong singing and movement skills (including tap) as well as comedic timing. Will also play small character roles throughout the show.
TOREADORABLES Female Age: 17-30, must play teenagers
Must have singing and movement skills as well as comedic timing. Will also play other roles including Waitresses, Maids, and Burlesque performers in the Minksy’s Review.
Non-Singing Character Roles
Miss Cratchitt Secretary at Grantzinger’s Palace. Has no patience for small-time acts or pushy mothers. Comedic role.
Renee Louise’s Maid
Uncle Jocko Master of ceremonies for a weekly kiddie talent show. Hates stage mothers.
Georgie Jocko’s harried assistant
Pop Rose’s father, does not believe that she or the girls will amount to anything.
Weber Theater manager in Los Angeles
Mr. Goldstone Representative of the Orpheum Circuit
Kringelein Hotel manager in Akron. Has seen all of the trick show-biz people play.
Cigar Burlesque theater manager in Wichita. Always one step ahead of the cops.
Pastey Burlesque Stage Manager in Wichita, has seen it all.
Phil Louise’s press agent
Bourgeron-Cochon Famous French photographer
ENSEMBLE
Stage Mothers, Stage hands, Hotel Guests, Apartment tenants, A Rich Man,
Offstage Announcers, Waitstaff, Burlesque Performers, Showgirls
ROLES FOR ACTORS AGE 8-12
BABY JUNE Female Age: 8-12
Vocal range: Belter (Eb to Eb)
Rose’s youngest daughter. An extroverted, talented child star. Great dancer and sugary sweet, cute, precious, splits and baton twirling a plus. Must sing and dance very well.
BABY LOUISE Female Age: 8-12
Vocal range: Eb to Eb
Rose’s other daughter and June’s introverted, shy older sister. Always plays second fiddle to June.
NEWSBOYS Male Age: 8-12
June’s backup dancers in the act. Must sing and dance confidently.