ANASTASIA
ROLE AUDITION INFO
The Dowager Empress
Playing Age
80
Gender Appearance
Female
Vocal Range
A regal Mezzo F3-Bb4.
Overview of Role/Notes
The Dowager Empress has lost everything she once held dear and must now put up with imposter upon imposter never allowing her to grieve in peace. She is icy, proud, and regal (not to mention intimidating) to all but her family. Though, she does have a very sharp wit. She is especially warm with Anastasia both when a child and after it's revealed that Anya really is the princess.
Audition requirements
Audition Overview
Must attend morning workshop and an individual audition.
Workshop: Sing, dance & perform to Rumour in St. Petersburg excerpt as described below (piece available to download within "Ensemble" Role pages)
Audition Pieces
Piece 1: "Close The Door"- bars 59-74
Piece 2: "Once Upon A December Reprise" (Sing all parts) - Bridge from Dialogue Piece
Dialogue
Piece 1: pg 87 "She enters" to "Take me home Lily"
Piece 2: pg90-92 "Empress: You all cry at some point" to "end of 92 including song"
Vocal
Piece 1: "Close The Door"- bars 59-74
Piece 2: "Once Upon A December Reprise" (Sing all parts) - Bridge from Dialogue Piece
Movement/Dance
Will not be assessed in the audition, Movement capability will be noted at the main morning workshop
Preparation Aid Videos -
Anya - Combined Rehearsal Aid Tracks
Please Note: The preparation aid tracks are provided to help you prepare at home, however these will not be available to help you in the actual audition. You will be expected to perform live, accompanied by a pianist.
Please Note: The Material Download Area has copyright protected documents and therefore you will need to obtain the password to get in. (See steps on the main Auditions page)
How to sign up to audition......
Expression of Interest form - When you have looked through all the different material, and made your decision of how you would like to be involved, please fill out the online form here, and Jane will be in touch to confirm your registration.
