Open audition dates set for ‘Spamalot’

Phoenix Productions has announced that it will hold open auditions for its mid-November production of “Spamalot” on Sept. 13, 15 and 16 at the Phoenix Rehearsal Center, 111 Monmouth St., Red Bank.

All roles are open for this revival of the award-winning Broadway musical, which will open at the Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank. The show will be directed by Gary Shaffer, with musical direction by Bob Sammond and choreography by James Steele.

“Spamalot” is a musical comedy that borrows from the 1975 film, “Monty Python and the Holy Grail.” There are many roles for men age 30-50. The director is looking for people with excellent comic timing who can move well and have the ability to speak with accents. Most of the roles are character voices, and the ability to be funny supersedes vocal and dance skills.

Those auditioning are asked to prepare 16-32 bars of an uptempo song, preferably a comic number. Bring your own sheet music. An accompanist will be provided.

Those auditioning should also be prepared for a dance audition, which will range from light movement exercise to strong tap, depending on the role. Having gymnastic ability is a plus.

For more information, contact [email protected] or visit www.phoenixredbank.com.