Annie Get Your Gun Auditions
Ovation West announces AUDITIONS for a diverse cast of ADULT and YOUNG ACTORS for Annie Get Your Gun (The 1999 Revival version).
Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin
Original Book by Herbert Fields and Dorothy Fields
As Revised by Peter Stone
Stage Direction by Tim Kennedy
Musical Direction by TBA
Choreography by Rachael Lessard
Requirements:
Adults (17yrs old and older):
Please prepare a ballad or up-tempo from the Traditional Musical Theater era (1920s – 1950s). Please also bring a contrasting piece (i.e. if you chose a ballad for your first piece, your second piece should be an up-tempo from the same era) in case we want to hear a second piece. Please have sheet music for the provided pianist for both songs. Both songs should be under 3 minutes. We are not requesting a monologue, but definitely want to see your acting through your songs.
Children (6-16)
Please prepare one musical theater song to sing from any style. Please bring sheet music of that song in the appropriate key for the pianist to accompany the auditioner.
Roles:
Frank Butler –
Male presenting, Baritone (range A2-F4) – 20s – 40s –
self-assured and competitive, surprised by love when he least expects it
Buffalo Bill Cody –
Male presenting, Baritone (range B2-F4) – 40s-70s – worldly-wise master of ceremonies
Dolly Tate –
Female presenting,
Alto (range B3-B4) – 40s-60s – mature performer who is slightly threatened by new talent
Tommy Keeler –
Male presenting,
Baritone (range Bb2-D4) – 18-30s – strong performer and dancer with charm
Winnie Tate –
Female presenting,
Soprano (range Bb3-E5) – 15-30s – strong performer and dancer
Charlie Davenport - Male presenting, Tenor (range B2-F4) – 35 – 60s – Manager of the Wild West Show – helps set the scene
Foster Wilson –
Male Presenting, Baritone (range F3-C4) – 35-60s – Hotel Manager – strong personality, a bit of a con artist
Mac - the Prop Man –
Male presenting, Tenor or Bass – 30s-70s –
responsible and important part of keeping the show going
Chief Sitting Bull –
Male presenting, Seeking Native American actor, 30s-60s – a strong character with a strong presence that is clear every time he enters
Annie Oakley -
Female presenting (range G3-F5 (opt. Bb5)) –
18 – 40s – strong singer and comedian that carries the show.
Jessie
- Female Presenting (range Bb3-D5) – ages 6-16 - Annie's Little Sister
Also a member of the ensemble
Nellie –
Female Presenting (range A3-D5) - ages 6-16 - Annie's Other Little Sister
Also a member of the ensemble
Little Jake –
Male Presenting (range Bb3-D5) – ages 6-16 Annie's Little Brother
Also a member of the ensemble
Running Deer –
Male or Female Presenting – Seeking Native American Actor/ress
Also a member of the ensemble
Eagle Feather -
Male or Female Presenting – Seeking Native American Actor/ress
Also a member of the ensemble
The following roles will be cast from the Ensemble:
Dining Car Waiter
Sleeping Car Porter
Pawnee Bill
Messenger
Band Leader
Mrs. Sylvia Potter-Porter
Mrs. Schuyler Adams
Cowboys, Young Men and Ladies, Kings and Queens of Europe, Socialites, Debutantes, et al.
Auditions Dates:
Auditions will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025 9:00 am – 4:00 pm at Center Stage Theater
Callbacks will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025 - Times TBD
Rehearsal and Show Information:
Rehearsals will take place mainly in the Denver Metro area and in Evergreen from July 21 – August 26th on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday evenings 7:00 – 10:00 pm and Saturday mornings (10:00 am – 12:00 pm) and afternoons (1:00 pm-4:00 pm). Tech week will take place August 27th – September 4th with calls from 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm on weeknights and
Saturday, August 30th (9:00 am – 5:00 pm with a lunch break)
Show run is September 5 – 28, 2025. with shows on Friday and Saturday nights and Sunday matinees.
Statement of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: Ovation West Theatre is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, antiracist, and equitable theater environment that is representative of the wider Colorado community. Ovation West Theatre is committed to creating a culture of respect and support for all individuals through our auditions processes, rehearsals, and performances, as well as in our theatrical content, among our board of directors, production teams, volunteers, and patrons. We abide by the Colorado Theatre Standards. Actors of all genders from all ethnic backgrounds are encouraged to audition.
AUDITION SIGN UP: Please email our Production/Stage Manager, Alex Woosley, at alex@ovationwest.org for an audition time and additional details.
EQUITY: Sorry, AEA contracts are not available for this production
STIPEND: $50 - $500 for adult roles, commensurate with role responsibilities
