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CastingsTeen Equity Performers Needed for "Hairspray" Musical in Center Valley, PA

Teen Equity Performers Needed for "Hairspray" Musical in Center Valley, PA

$915 / WeekCompensation

About This Casting

Seeking teen Equity performers for the musical production of "Hairspray". Only local talent will be accepted.

About the Project

Set in 1962 Baltimore, plus-size teenager Tracy Turnblad dreams of dancing on the Corny Collins Show. She wins a spot, becomes an overnight sensation, and uses her newfound platform to challenge the show's segregation policy. Along the way, she finds romance, stands up to the reigning queen of teen TV, and rallies her city toward integration. This high-energy musical comedy pairs an irresistible 60s pop sound with a genuine message about acceptance and change.

Compensation

  • Contract: Independent Theatre Contract
  • $915 weekly minimum - 2026 rate - Mainstage
  • $868 weekly minimum - 2026 rate - Schubert

Audition Requirements

  • Prepare a short monologue, a short song from your book, OR a 90-second monologue and 32 bars of a song.
  • Auditions should not exceed 2 1/2 minutes total.
  • Bring a copy of your headshot and resume.
  • An accompanist will be available ONLY from 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM.
  • An Equity Monitor will not be provided; the producer will run all aspects of this audition.
  • Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.

Production Details

  • All Principal roles will be understudied.
  • Pre-Rehearsal Week: 5/18/2027
  • Rehearsals Begin: 5/25/2027
  • Tech Begins: 6/11/2027
  • Previews Begin: 6/16/2027
  • Opening: 6/18/2027
  • Closing: 7/4/2027

Requirements

Categories

Theater

Roles

6
01

TRACY TURNBLAD

Teens, our big-hearted heroine with big hair and bigger dreams. Boundless energy, strong comedic instincts, and a passion for dance. Excellent singer/dancer, carries the show.

AGE 16-18femaleAfrican-American, Latino / Hispanic, White / Caucasian, Other, Asian, Middle Eastern, Native American, Pacific Islander, Indian/South Asian
02

LINK LARKIN

Heartthrob lead dancer on the Corny Collins Show. Charming, a touch vain, develops real conscience over the course of the show. Strong singer/dancer.

AGE 16-18maleAfrican-American, Latino / Hispanic, White / Caucasian, Other, Asian, Middle Eastern, Native American, Pacific Islander, Indian/South Asian
03

PENNY PINGLETON

Tracy's sheltered, awkward best friend. Quirky and sweet, finds her voice through her romance with Seaweed.

AGE 16-18femaleAfrican-American, Latino / Hispanic, White / Caucasian, Other, Asian, Middle Eastern, Native American, Pacific Islander, Indian/South Asian
04

SEAWEED J. STUBBS

Motormouth Maybelle's son and gifted dancer. Confident and charismatic, leads the push for integration on the show. Strong dancer required.

AGE 16-18maleAfrican-American, Latino / Hispanic, White / Caucasian, Other, Asian, Middle Eastern, Native American, Pacific Islander, Indian/South Asian
05

AMBER VON TUSSLE

Velma's spoiled daughter and reigning Miss Hairspray. Entitled, Tracy's chief rival.

AGE 16-18femaleAfrican-American, Latino / Hispanic, White / Caucasian, Other, Asian, Middle Eastern, Native American, Pacific Islander, Indian/South Asian
06

LITTLE INEZ

Pre-teens-teens, Maybelle's daughter and talented dancer. Spirited and fearless.

AGE 11-14femaleAfrican-American, Latino / Hispanic, White / Caucasian, Other, Asian, Middle Eastern, Native American, Pacific Islander, Indian/South Asian

Compensation

$915 / Week

Location

Center Valley

Roles

6 Roles
TRACY TURNBLADLINK LARKINPENNY PINGLETON+3 more

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