The Pajama Game

G. Abbott, R. Bissell, R. Adler, & J. Ross; Directed by Allison Beaver

Romance is bursting at the seams at the Sleep-Tite Pajama Factory.  Handsome new Superintendent, Sid Sorokin falls hard for spirited Union rep, "Babe" Williams and, despite her objections, it seems as though she's falling right back.  When the Sleep-Tite employees are refused a 7 ½ ¢ raise, the pair find themselves on opposite sides of the conflict.  Babe and Sid must figure out how to come together while their beliefs are pulling them apart.  A three time Tony winner, The Pajama Game stitches together the promise of romance and the heat of politics, all tucked away in this fun musical.

Auditions

• Sunday, November 4, 2018 at 7:00 PM
• Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at 7:00 PM
• Thursday, November 8, 2018 at 7:00 PM - Callbacks by invitation only

You only need to attend one of the above audition sessions in order to be considered. No appointments are necessary. You should plan to spend about 2 hours at the theater for auditions (perhaps a little more or less, depending on turnout).
Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script and a vocal audition where you will be asked to sing a one minute selection of a prepared song in the style of the show (but not from the show) with provided accompaniment. There will also be a dance audition, so please dress comfortably.

If you have any questions about auditions, you may e-mail the director.

Cast requirements:
Number of Women: 11, 20-60 years old
Number of Men: 11, 20-60 years old

Character Descriptions:

SID SOROKIN (Male, 25 to 40) He is the handsome new factory superintendent at Sleep-Tite. He is adamant about retaining his job and improving his job performance. He is a charming, stubborn, ambitious, and he falls in love with Babe, despite their being on opposite sides of the labor dispute central to the plot. Baritone, vocal range: Ab4 - B2

KATHERINE "BABE" WILLIAMS (Female, 25 to 40) She is the strong, feisty, and stubborn leader of the Union Grievance Committee. She is full of pride for the union but also charming and sensitive. Babe falls in love with Sid, despite their being on opposite sides of the labor dispute. Mezzo-Soprano/Alto, vocal range: F5 - A3

MYRON HASLER (Male, 50 to 60) He is the president at Sleep-Tite. He is demanding, stubborn, uptight, secretive, and fiscally conservative.

GLADYS HOTCHKISS (Female, 20 to 45) She is Mr. Hasler's attractive, quick-witted secretary. Her fondness for nights out on the town, combined with her suggestive demeanor, often lands her in hot water with men. She dates Hines. Gladys is an exceptional dancer. Mezzo-Soprano/Alto, vocal range: Eb5 - Ab3

VERNON HINES (Male, 25 to 45) He is the factory timekeeper Sleep-Tite. He dates Gladys but thinks she flirts too much and, as a result is always jealous. Hines is surprisingly soft around the edges, with a kind heart and a talent in knife-throwing. Bass, vocal range: F4 - B2

PREZ (Male, 30 to 55) He is the President of the union at Sleep-Tite. He is not the brightest person. Prez is a notorious flirt and womanizer who constantly chases women even though he is married. Tenor, vocal range: F#4 - Db3

MABEL (Female, 20 to 60) She is the mother hen of the factory and Sid's secretary. Mabel's honesty can occasionally melt into tactlessness, and she is always very aware of the happenings at Sleep-Tite. Alto, vocal range: F5- B3

POP- Babe's kind and agreeable father (we intend to double this part with a male factory worker).

POOPSIE (Female, 20-40)- She is a factory girl and union activist.

MAE (Female, 20-40)- She is a loud-mouthed member of the Grievance Committee and a union activist, who accepts Prez's advances.

BRENDA (Female, 20-40)- She is a factory worker and member of the Grievance Committee.

VIRGINIA (Female, 20-40)- She is a factory worker and union activist.

MARA (Female, 20-40)- She is a factory worker.

SANDRA (Female, 20-40)- She is a factory worker.

CHARLENE (Female, 20-40)- She is a factory worker.

RITA (Female, 20-40)- She is a factory worker.

MAX (Male, 30-55)- He is a salesman for Sleep-Tite.

CHARLEY (Male, 20-55)- He is a factory worker and the handyman.

JOE (Male, 30-55)- He is a factory worker and Prez's right-hand man.

ANDERSON (Male, 20-40)- He is an unhappy factory helper who Sid shoves.

BOB (Male, 20-55)- He is a factory worker.

JIM (Male, 20-55)- He is a factory worker.

DALE (Male, 20-55)- He is a factory worker.

Please Note: The Pajama Game requires a cast with vibrant stage presence that moves well, sings strongly on pitch and has excellent comic timing. Since all of the factory worker characters will be combined from several smaller characters in the show, we are looking for actors to make these roles ?their own? through interesting, strong character choices.

Rehearsals for The Pajama Game will be on Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings. Tech rehearsals will be held on 2/24, 2/25, 2/26, and 2/27. Please bring a list of any conflicts you may have to auditions.

Performances

Coming March 1st

March 2019
Su	M	T	W	Th	Fri	Sat
					1 8:00 pm	2 8:00 pm
3	4	5	6	7	8 8:00 pm	9 8:00 pm
10 2:00 pm	11	12	13	14	15 8:00 pm	16 8:00 pm
17 2:00 pm	18	19	20	21	22 8:00 pm	23 8:00 pm

Purchase tickets and select your seats on-line. Tickets are also available via our reservation line at 610-363-7075.

Staff
Director		Allison Beaver
Producer		Lindsay Franklin
Music Director		Lyndsey Holmes
Assistant Music Director		Chris Schuman
Choreographer		Lindsey Barnett, Rose Marie Turbessi
Tech Director & Set Designer		Allen Puy

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