The Alliance Theatre is holding open auditions for a featured role in its upcoming production of Maurice Hines Is Tappin’ Thru Life. Hines, known for his song-and-dance skills and discovering new talent, will take part in the Feb. 4 auditions.
To qualify, you must:
- Be based in metro Atlanta
- Be age 9 to 13
- Have a strong tap background and exceptional performance skills
All auditions are on a first-come, first-served basis, and callbacks will be held the same afternoon. Registration begins at 1 p.m., with the first round of auditions at 2 p.m. and final callbacks beginning about 4 p.m.
Auditionees should bring two copies of their headshot and resume. For the initial audition, bring tap shoes and be prepared to perform one to two minutes of a solo tap combination of your choosing. At callbacks, be prepared to learn a short tap combination and improvise. To pre-register, email alliance.audition@woodruffcenter.org. For questions, contact Emily Kleypas at emily.kleypas@woodruffcenter.org.
In Tappin’ Thru Life, running April 2-May 4, Hines narrates his life story through tap. He pays tribute to his brother, Tony Award winner Gregory Hines, and the singers who inspire him, from Frank Sinatra to Lena Horne. Maurice Hines Is Tappin’ Thru Life is a co-production with Arena Stage in Washington, D.C., and the Cleveland Play House. Alliance details HERE.
