Summer 2021
Join CCP this summer as we bring the music of ABBA to life through the blockbuster hit Mamma Mia! This year we are excited to host our performances at the Maple Grove Town Green Bandshell. This beautiful outdoor venue is perfectly suited to the warm and sunny music of Mamma Mia! and a great and safe way to bring theater back in the wake of the pandemic.
Artistic staff:
- Jeff Anderson, Artistic Director
- Mary Ann Boniface, Music Director
- Ann Marie Omeish, Choreographer
Rehearsals: Sunday through Thursday evenings early May through June. We will rehearse largely outdoors with some smaller groups called to rehearse indoors.
Performances: June 18, 19, 20, 24, 25, 26, 2021
June 27 is our inclement weather make-up date
Virtual auditions
In the interest of keeping our auditioners and staff safe we are hosting first-round auditions virtually. All races, genders and levels of experience are welcome to audition for CCP. For this production we are looking to cast individuals over the age of 15.
Dates:
- Sunday, April 18 ~ 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Monday, April 19 ~ 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Registration:
All auditioners must register in advance via email to receive a specific time slot to attend auditions. Time slots will be assigned on a first come, first served basis.
- Download and complete the CCP audition form linked below.
- Send an email to mail@crossplayers.org with:
– completed audition form (including rehearsal conflicts
for May and June.)
– actor/musician resume if you have one
– headshot
– your requested audition date and time frame - You will receive an audition confirmation from CCP with your assigned date, time slot and Zoom link
Location:
Zoom: All first-round auditions will be conducted online. You will receive a Zoom meeting link upon registering.
Callbacks will be held in-person on Tuesday, April 20. State of Minnesota COVID-19 safety guidelines at the time of callbacks will be observed. Complete details will be provided to auditions who are called for these second-round auditions.
COVID-19 guidance:
Cross Community Players is committed to following CDC and State of Minnesota guidance for indoor and outdoor activities throughout the period from callbacks to performances. Our complete set of protocols for callbacks and rehearsal will be provided in writing prior to any gathering. Guidelines for performances will be posted to crossplayers.org at least 30 days in advance of the first performance.
Preparing for virtual auditions
How to prepare for auditions on Zoom:
- It is recommended that you use a laptop or tablet device with built-in camera
- An external microphone or headset is recommended but not required
- Download the Zoom app to your computer or tablet device
- Adjust your Zoom audio settings to “Use Original Sound” for the best results when singing
- Practice positing yourself in front of your computer or tablet device so that the camera shows you from the waist up
- Find a quite room free from distractions for your audition
What to prepare:
- 32 measures of an upbeat song, you may sing a cappella
- Dance and reading auditions will be conducted at callbacks only
Cast of characters
Sophie Sheridan
Born and raised on the island
Gender: Female
Age: 20-25
Vocal range top: E5
Vocal range bottom: F#3
Donna Sheridan
Sophie’s mother
Gender: Female
Age: 40-50
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: E3
Sam Carmichael
Might be Sophie’s father
Gender: Male
Age: 40-50
Vocal range top: Ab4
Vocal range bottom: D3
Bill Austin
Might be Sophie’s father
Gender: Male
Age: 40-50
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Harry Bright
Might be Sophie’s father
Gender: Male
Age: 40-50
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: C#3
Sky
Sophie’s fiancé
Gender: Male
Age: 20-30
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: Eb3
Tanya
Former Dynamo
Gender: Female
Age: 40-50
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: E3
Rosie
Former Dynamo
Gender: Female
Age: 40-50
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: E3
Lisa
Sophie’s friend
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: Db5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Ali
Sophie’s friend
Gender: Female
Age 20-25
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Pepper
Barman at Taverna
Gender: Male
Age 20-25
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: A4
Eddie
Helps Sky with water-sports
Gender: Male
Age 20-25
Chorus
Consists of islanders who work at Donna’s, Wedding-Guests