Young Frankenstein Casting
WELCOME AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST!
In April, the Savannah Cabaret will be launching its most ambitious production yet, “Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein,” the West End musical adaptation of the classic movie.
Most roles have been cast, but we are still looking for one (1) ensemble female to join the cast. Must be a strong singer with dance ability. All cast members are paid and are show bonus eligible. More details and a casting submission form below.
All cast members must be 21 years of age or older.
There is a LOT of information on this page. READ IT!
This will be a demanding show requiring a lot of time, energy, and talent so we hope you’re up for the challenge!
SAVANNAH CABARET GUIDING PRINCIPLES
- We will always strive to create a positive, friendly, supportive, and fun environment.
- We are not getting rich, going to Broadway, or winning any awards for these shows so if we can’t have fun, why are we doing it?
- We adhere to a strict “no assholes” policy.
- The only drama we want is the one we’re putting on the stage.
- We will always be on time for rehearsal, meetings, and shows.
- Being late is not only detrimental to the production, it’s inconsiderate of your fellow cast members and crew who did what they needed to do to be on time.
- We will always come prepared.
- The small amount of time we have to rehearse together must be supplemented by your own work on your own time working on your lines, lyrics, songs, and characters.
- We will pitch in to help wherever it is needed.
- Everyone does everything including promoting the show since the more butts in seats, the more most cast and crew gets paid.
ROLES & REQUIREMENTS
Ensemble Female
- Ensemble performer playing multiple roles including villagers, students, passengers, and more (singing, dancing, dialogue).
- Age open
- Vocal range: Alto to Soprano
- Dance range: Moderate – tap or soft-shoe experience a big plus!
- Pay: $50 per performance up to $600 plus show bonus eligible
SCHEDULE (subject to change)
Note: some things like costume fittings and set build will be added based on availability of needed cast and crew
| Date | Time | Goal | Required | Conflicts |
| Wednesday, February 7 | 7-9pm | Crew meeting to discuss needs, responsibilities, etc. | All Crew | |
| Tuesday, February 27 | 7-9pm | Open Casting Call | Choreographer Vocal Director |
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| Wednesday, February 28 | 7-9pm | Open Casting Call | Choreographer Vocal Director |
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| Saturday, March 2 | 3-5pm | Open Casting Call | Choreographer Vocal Director |
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| Monday, March 4 | Casting Announced | |||
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Monday-Saturday March 11-16 |
Various |
Individual and Small Group Rehearsal 1-3 hour sessions for cast members and director to review music and character notes that will be scheduled individually based on availability as follows: Total Time Commitment: Frederick – 5 hours |
All Cast | |
| Tuesday, March 19 | 7-10pm | Cast/Crew Meet & Greet/Table Read | All Cast All Crew |
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| Wednesday, March 20 | 7-10pm | Music featuring Ensemble The Brain The Brain Playoff Please Don’t Touch Me Transylvania Mania Surprise Deep Love Reprise & Finale Finale Sing – Together Again |
All Cast Vocal Director Stage Manager |
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| Thursday, March 21 | 7-10pm | Sing Through Entire Show | All Cast Vocal Director Stage Manager |
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| Saturday, March 23 | 2-6pm | Act 1 Choreography The Brain/The Brain Reprise (30 Minutes) Please Don’t Touch Me (60 Minutes) Together Again (30 Minutes) Hang Him ‘Til He’s Dead (30 Minutes) Transylvania Mania (90 Minutes) |
All Cast Choreographer Stage Manager |
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| Sunday, March 24 | 2-6pm | Act 2 Choreography He’s Loose (30 Minutes) Surprise (1 Hour) Puttin’ on the Ritz (2 Hours) Deep Love & Finale (30 Minutes) |
All Cast Choreographer Stage Manager |
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| Monday, March 25 | 7-10pm | Full Show Blocking/Non Choreo Song Staging Roll in the Hay He Vas My Boyfriend/Reprise It Could Work Welcome to Transylvania Listen to Your Heart Please Send Me Someone Deep Love Hang the Doctor Finale – Together Again |
All Cast Stage Manager |
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| Tuesday, March 26 | 7-10pm | Act 1 Music & Choreography Intensive | All Cast Choreographer Vocal Director Stage Manager |
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| Wednesday, March 27 | 7-10pm | Act 2 Music & Choreography Intensive | All Cast Choreographer Vocal Director Stage Manager |
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| Saturday, March 30 | 2-6pm | Full Show Music & Choreography Intensive | All Cast Choreographer Vocal Director Stage Manager |
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| Monday, April 1 | 7-10pm | On Book Run Through | All Cast Stage Manager |
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| Tuesday, April 2 | 7-10pm | Act 1 Intensive (Music, Blocking, Choreography) | All Cast Choreographer Vocal Director Stage Manager |
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| Wednesday, April 3 | 7-10pm | Act 2 Intensive (Music, Blocking, Choreography) | All Cast Choreographer Vocal Director Stage Manager |
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| Saturday, April 6 | 2-6pm | On Book Run Through | All Cast Stage Manager |
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| Monday, April 8 | 7-10pm | Off Book Run Through (Line Calls Allowed) | All Cast Stage Manager |
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| Tuesday, April 9 | 7-10pm | Music Intensive | All Cast Vocal Director Stage Manager |
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| Wednesday, April 10 | 7-10pm | Off Book Run Through (Line Calls Allowed) | All Cast Stage Manager |
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| Saturday April 13 | 2-6pm | Off Book Run Through (No Line Calls Allowed) | All Cast Stage Manager |
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| Sunday, April 14 | 2-6pm | Off Book Run Through/Tech Development | All Cast All Crew |
NO CONFLICTS |
| Monday, April 15 | 7-10pm | Tech Rehearsal (No Costumes or Makeup Required) | All Cast All Tech Crew |
NO CONFLICTS |
| Tuesday, April 16 | 7-10pm | Dress/Tech | All Cast All Tech Crew |
NO CONFLICTS |
| Wednesday, April 17 | 7-10pm | Final Dress/Tech | All Cast All Tech Crew |
NO CONFLICTS |
| Thursday, April 18 | 6-11pm | Performance – Call 6pm/Curtain 8pm | All Cast All Tech Crew |
NO CONFLICTS |
| Friday, April 19 | 5-10pm | Performance – Call 5pm/Curtain 7pm | All Cast All Tech Crew |
NO CONFLICTS |
| Saturday, April 20 | 1-6pm | Performance – Call 1pm/Curtain 3pm | All Cast All Tech Crew |
NO CONFLICTS |
| Sunday, April 21 | 5-10pm | Performance – Call 5pm/Curtain 7pm | All Cast All Tech Crew |
NO CONFLICTS |
| Wednesday, April 24 | 7-9pm | Pickup Rehearsal As Needed | As Needed | |
| Thursday, April 25 | 6-11pm | Performance – Call 6pm/Curtain 8pm | All Cast All Tech Crew |
NO CONFLICTS |
| Friday, April 26 | 5-10pm | Performance – Call 5pm/Curtain 7pm | All Cast All Tech Crew |
NO CONFLICTS |
| Saturday, April 27 | 1-6pm | Performance – Call 1pm/Curtain 3pm | All Cast All Tech Crew |
NO CONFLICTS |
| Sunday, April 28 | 5-10pm | Performance – Call 5pm/Curtain 7pm | All Cast All Tech Crew |
NO CONFLICTS |
| Wednesday, May 1 | 7-9pm | Pickup Rehearsal As Needed | As Needed | |
| Thursday, May 2 | 6-11pm | Performance – Call 6pm/Curtain 8pm | All Cast All Tech Crew |
NO CONFLICTS |
| Friday, May 3 | 5-10pm | Performance – Call 5pm/Curtain 7pm | All Cast All Tech Crew |
NO CONFLICTS |
| Saturday, May 4 | 1-6pm | Performance – Call 1pm/Curtain 3pm | All Cast All Tech Crew |
NO CONFLICTS |
| Sunday, May 5 | 5-10pm | Performance – Call 5pm/Curtain 7pm | All Cast All Tech Crew |
NO CONFLICTS |
SHOW BONUS STRUCTURE
All cast members are eligible for being included in the show bonus pool.
IF the show makes a profit, all net profits from tickets sales only will be divided equally amongst the cast and crew participants in the pool (estimated to be 20 people).
For illustrative purposes only:
- Gross Profits: $42,000
- Expenses: $34,000
- Net Profits: $8,000
- 50% of Net: $4,000
- 50% of Net Divided by 20 participants: $200 each
Total compensation is therefore dependent on ticket sales, but paid cast and crew members will receive their base pay even if the show loses money.