Description:

Metropolis Performing Arts Centre is excited to announce general auditions for Million Dollar Quartet, by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux. Million Dollar Quartet will be directed by Michael Rader, Director (he/him). Artistic Director is Brendan Ragan (he/him). Seeking fully vaccinated adult non-Equity musicians/ actors/ singers/ dancers. Also interested in hiring the music director as a member of the cast. All identities, races, and ethnicities are strongly encouraged to audition.

Audition Dates:
By online submission of audition materials only. Submission deadline is Friday 1/26, 2024.
*Please note that if you submitted previously, you are still under consideration.

Pay:
Rehearsals - $800 Flat rate (Leads, Supporting, Featured); $700 Flat rate (External Understudies)
Show(s) - $70 Per show performed (Leads, Supporting, Featured)
If interested in the Music Director position, please submit resume, and inquire about the fee separately.
20 shows total
Travel stipend applications available

Million Dollar Quartet Show Description:
Million Dollar Quartet is set on December 4, 1956, when an extraordinary twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever. Million Dollar Quartet brings that legendary December night to life with an irresistible tale of broken promises, secrets, betrayal, and celebrations that are both poignant and funny. Relive the era with the smash-hit sensation featuring an incredible score of rock 'n' roll, gospel, R&B, and country hits, performed live onstage. Showcased hit songs include "Blue Suede Shoes," "Fever," "Walk the Line," "Sixteen Tons," "Who Do You Love?," "Great Balls of Fire," "Folsom Prison Blues," "Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On," "Hound Dog," and more.

Million Dollar Quartet Casting Breakdown:

Elvis Presley: (20s-30s, Male-Identifying) singer/guitar player. Elvis in his 20s at the beginning of his career. In the production, Elvis sings: "Memories Are Made Of This," "That's All Right," "Long Tall Sally," "Peace In The Valley," "Party," and "Hound Dog." Must be familiar with his music; should sound and look somewhat like Elvis without being an "impersonator." To submit, please send a video of you accompanying yourself on guitar to "That's Alright, Mama" or "Peace In The Valley" or any other Elvis song of your choosing.

Jerry Lee Lewis: (20s-30s, Male-Identifying) singer/pianist. Jerry Lee Lewis was rock & roll's legendary piano prodigy and celebrated "Last Man Standing." Fun, energetic. In the production, Jerry Lee Lewis sings: "Real Wild Child," "Great Balls Of Fire," and "Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On." Actors with comedic skills who are superb piano players and able to play like Jerry Lee Lewis are encouraged to submit. To submit, please send a video of you accompanying yourself on piano to "Great Balls Of Fire" or "Whole Lotta Shakin."

Carl Perkins: (mid 20s-late 30s, Male-Identifying) singer/guitar player (lead guitar). Carl Perkins was the American pioneer of rockabilly music and best known for his song "Blue Suede Shoes." In the production, Carl Perkins sings "Matchbox," "Who Do You Love?," "My Babe," and "See You Later, Alligator." Actors who are excellent lead guitarists are encouraged to submit. To submit, please submit video of you accompanying yourself on guitar to "Blue Suede Shoes," "Matchbox," or a rockabilly tune of your choosing.

Johnny Cash: (Late 20s-40s, Male-Identifying) singer/guitar player. This is Johnny Cash at the dawn of his epic career. Tall. In the production, Johnny Cash sings "Folsom Prison Blues," "Sixteen Tons," "I Walk The Line," and "Riders In The Sky." Must be familiar with his music. Actors should sound and look somewhat like Johnny without being an "impersonator." To submit, please send a video of you accompanying yourself on guitar to "Folsom Prison Blues," "I Walk The Line," or any other Cash song of your choosing.

Sam Phillips: (Mid-30s-40s, Male-Identifying, Non-Singing Role) The "Father of Rock'n'roll" and founder of Sun Records who discovered Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and many others including Roy Orbison and B.B. King. A towering and charismatic figure in American music. To submit, please send video audition of Sam Phillips monologue, which we will supply. NON-SINGING ROLE.

Dyanne: (20s-early 40s, Female-Identifying) ANY ETHNICITY. Excellent singer. Dyanne was an aspiring singer and Elvis's girlfriend. Ahead of her time and assertive, she's a great singer with a wide range. Dyanne sings solos and back-up throughout the show, sings "Fever" in her alto range, and covers the high soprano part of "Riders In The Sky" (Johnny Cash song). Dyanne also sings "I Hear You Knockin'." To submit, please send a 32-bar cutting of two songs from the era. All submissions should have accompaniment.

Jay Perkins: (20-40s, Male-Identifying) Jay is Carl Perkins' brother and bassist, who has accompanied him to Sun Records to record Carl's new album. He is loyal to Carl but also not interested (or willing) to get caught up in the politics of the record business. He remains almost entirely silent in conversation, but performs as part of the ensemble numbers, and plays bass on all the musicians' songs. He is enthusiastic about music and performing, and often will do tricks with his bass, including spinning or flipping the instrument or dancing with it. He is an extremely skilled bass player and performer, able to play at strange angles with other musicians leaning on, or even standing on, his bass. To submit, please send a video highlighting your bass skills and tricks.

W. S. "Fluke" Holland: (20-40s, Male-Identifying) mid 20s; onstage drummer. Fluke is Carl Perkins' drummer, who has accompanied him to Sun Records to record Carl's new album. He is loyal to Carl but also not interested (or willing) to get caught up in the politics of the record business. He remains silent in conversation, but performs as part of the ensemble numbers, and plays drums on all the musicians' songs. To submit, please send a video of your drumming skills to a song from the era