 Me And My Girl Members' Page
Director - Chrissie Robertson
Musical Director - Malcolm Crane
Choreographer - Carole Beatty
Dance Captain - Pat Tabor
Read Through- Wednesday 1st May 2013
Sing Throughs – Tuesday 14th (MEN only) and Thursday 16th (WOMEN only) May 2013
Auditions – Sunday 19th May 2013 (from 10am)
If you have any Questions about the Auditions or wish to know more about the show in general the please speak with the Director - Chrissie is happy to talk you if you call her mobile (07982 648 263) or email her at chrissierobertson@sky.com
Audition Times
(These times are approximate. Please arrive early in the unlikely event that we are ahead of schedule!)
10:30 : CHORUS (Dance auditon)
11:00 : CHORUS and DANCERS (Vocal audition)
11:40 : DANCERS (Dance audition) - NB: With the exception of the parts of Sally and Bill, if you are auditioning for a principal part and want to be considered for a dancer then you need to attend this audition. Dancers please bring tap shoes if you own a pair.
12:20 : Lord and Lady Battersby
12:45 : Charles
13:00 : Mrs Brown
13:30 : Parchester
14:00 : Bill (anyone auditioning for Bill please bring a pair of tap shoes if you own some)
14:20 : Sally (anyone auditioning for Sally, please bring a pair of tap shoes if you own some)
14:50 : Duchess
15:15 : Sir John
15:40 : Jacqueline
16:00 : Gerald
We may well over run, so please be patient and good luck to you all.
Getting to know your new Director:
Some of you already know me, as although it was a long time ago I have performed with Dereham Operatic Society and helped behind the bar as well. My first show with you was 'Camelot', I think I then played Bella in 'Robert and Elizabeth' and then was principal boy in 'Aladdin' and 'Dick Whittington'. Most of my shows though have been with Cromer Operatic Society as that is where I met my partner Andrew.
Shows I have directed include 'My fair Lady', 'Singin In the Rain', 'Half a Sixpence' and more but the three I have named are ones where Carole Beatty (our choreographer) and I have worked together and produced what I think are some great scenes and routines (even if I say so myself!).
Like you I am an amateur so I have a full time job and shows are my hobby. For me rehearsals need to be fun though I will work you hard and I do get a bit strict as we get nearer the show. If you really want to know what I am like then you could ask Katie and Paul Woodhouse or Nick Bird as they have all worked with me before or perhaps just come along and find out for yourself.
Me And My Girl is one of my all time favourite shows so I was thrilled to be asked to direct. I am currently working on what I hope will be a stunning opening to the show (well it is stunning in my head!) so fingers crossed. I hope to see as many of you as possible at the read through.
I am thrilled to be joining you all for this show and look forward to meeting you at the read through on the 1st of May.
Auditions are Sunday the 19th May starting at 10am and more details will be available at the Read Through.
Chrissie
A word about the Show:
For those of you who don’t know the show, Me And My Girl is about an unrefined cockney, Bill Snibson, who learns that he is the new Earl of Hareford. The Duchess sets about trying to refine and educate Bill and split him up from his longtime sweetheart, Sally. The ending is predictable as love conquers all but there are plenty of laughs along the way. The show is filled with some fabulous numbers which include 'The Sun Has Got His Hat On', 'Lambeth Walk', 'Leaning On A Lampost', 'Once You Lose Your Heart' and, of course, the title song 'Me And My Girl'.
Chrissie
Below is a list of the main characters, playing ages are a guideline only so don’t let that put you off! :
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Bill Snibson
(Playing age 25-40)
Please bring a pair of tap shoes if you own some |
The cheerful cockney costermonger who inherits the land and titles of Lord Hareford. He is a likeable character who is utterly devoted to his sweetheart Sally.
Needs to be a good all rounder; singing, dance (a little tap would be useful) and good comic timing. Dance can be taught so don’t let that put you off. |
Lib pages 15, 16 and 28+29, 30
Songs:
"Leaning on a Lampost" (Beginning to Bar 52)
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Duet with Sally: "Me & My Girl" (Bar 27 to Bar 93) |
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Sally Smith
(Playing age 25-35)
Please bring a pair of tap shoes if you own some |
Bill's sweetheart, likeable girl next door who wants the best for Bill and is prepared to give him up to allow him to achieve his destiny.
Good singing and dance including tap.
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Lib pages 15, 16 and 62
Songs: "Once You Lose Your Heart - Reprise" (all of the Reprise version)
AND
Duet with Bill: "Me & My Girl" (Bar 27 to Bar 93 - Top Line) |
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Maria Duchess of Dene
(Playing age 50 upwards) |
A formidable character who is fiercely proud of the heritage of the Hareford family and is determined to mould Bill into the perfect gentleman whether he wants it or not. Mother of Jacqueline. When she is about, you know who is in charge.
Strong singing and speaking voice. |
Lib pages 28+29, 30 and 66+67
Song:
"Song of Hareford" (Beginning to Bar 34)
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Sir John Tremayne
(Playing age 50 upwards) |
Childhood sweetheart of the Duchess. A kindly man with character.
Good singing voice. |
Lib page 56 (from the top to "have one of mine") and pages 66+67
Song:
"Love Makes The World Go 'Round" (Bar 4 to Bar 40 - Bill's line)
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Gerald Bolingbroke
(Playing age 25-45) |
He is desperately in love with Jackie and pursues her regardless of the way she has treated him. Nice but dim.
Good comic timing. Has one of the best songs in the show (no pressure) so needs good singing voice and be able to move. |
Lib pages 4+5 and 45
Song:
"The Sun Has Got His Hat On" (Bar 47 to Bar 102) |
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Lady Jacqueline Carstone
(Playing age 25-40) |
A calculating young woman who breaks off her engagement to Gerald in order to pursue Bill. She is a scheming temptress.
Good singing and movement required |
Lib pages 4+5 and 22
Song:
"Thinking Of No-One But Me" (Bar 18 to Bar 74)
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Herbert Parchester
(Age is open - so have a go!) |
The family solicitor who believes that as long as you can sing and dance, eat and drink, then there's really nothing to worry about. Lovely character part.
Good comic timing required and singing. |
Lib pages 27, 28 and 45
Song:
"The Family Solicitor" (Beginning to Bar 52)
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Lord Jasper Tring
(Playing age 60 plus)
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Elderly and a bit mutton. |
No audition |
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Charles the Butler
(any age)
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Lovely character. Very traditional butler |
Lib page 17
Song (if required):
"An English Gentleman" (Bar 44 to Bar 52 - inc Chef's Line)
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Lord and Lady Battersby
(Playing age 50 upwards)
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Friends of the Duchess. Lovely cameo parts with some family singing. |
Lib page 66 (dialogue for Sir John and Duchess)
No Song Audition |
| Mrs Brown |
Sally's landlady. Cockney cameo. Great character part. |
Lib page 63 (from top to "Mum's the word")
No Song Audition
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| Other character parts include Ancestors, Constable, Lady Brighton, Mrs Worthington - Worthington, Pearly Kings and Queen. |
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Chorus Men "Song of Hareford" (Bar 44 to Bar 62)
Chorus Women "Finale - Love Makes The World Go 'Round" (Bar 41 to Bar 76)
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