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Death Takes a Holiday (Musical)

Book by Peter Stone and Thomas Meehan
Music by Maury Yeston

Directed by Shadoe Valentin

Show Dates

  • October 31–November 10, 2024

    • Thursday, Friday, and Saturday – 7:30 pm
    • Sunday matinee – 2:30 pm

Auditions

  • Friday, September 6, 6:00–9:00 pm
  • Saturday, September 7, 6:00-9:00 pm

Auditions are open call, no advance registration required.

Production Team

  • Director: Shadoe Valentin
  • Music Director: Laura Thomason
  • Choreographer: Heidi Lemon
  • Assistant Director: Camden Jewell

Age Requirement

  • 16+

Music

  • Those auditioning should be prepared to sing a 16-32 bar of 1-minute cut of a song in the style of the show.
  • PLEASE DO NOT SING A SONG FROM THE SHOW.
  • An accompanist will be available; please bring your sheet music in a folder or binder with the appropriate cuts clearly marked.
  • Singing with an accompanist is preferred. However, if you need to use a track, please bring your own speaker.

Acting

  • You do not need to prepare a monologue. You may be asked to read cold from the script.

Dance

  • Although this is NOT a dance-heavy show, some roles call for light choreography/movement.
  • You may be contacted after auditions for a virtual dance/movement call/submission.
  • If you require accessibility accommodations, please email DeathTakesCCTheatre@gmail.com

Callbacks

  • Virtual OR in-person callbacks may be held at the discretion of the production team. If you are needed for a callback, you will be notified via email.

Other Information

  • For questions or information, or if you are unable to attend an audition at one of the dates and times listed, please email the director, Shadoe Valentin, at DeathTakesCCTheatre@gmail.com no later than Friday, August 30.

Final Notes

  • Audition forms will be available both online (see the link to the left) and at the audition. 
  • A tentative rehearsal schedule will be on display at the auditions. 
  • Typical rehearsal schedule will be Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 6:30 pm–9:00 pm. Some Saturday afternoon rehearsals will be held 2:00 pm–5:00 pm, and Friday rehearsals MAY be scheduled with ample notice.
  • Additional rehearsals may be called if needed. This will be communicated with cast members in advance to confirm availability and scheduling.
  • Some rehearsals may take place at a location other than CCT. In such cases, the location will be posted on the schedule and communicated to the cast via email in advance.
  • Communication will be done through email. Please make sure to clearly write a valid email address on the audition form.
  • All conflicts must be presented during your auditions. We understand conflicts arise unexpectedly, but we ask that cast members try to avoid adding conflicts and give priority to rehearsals as they are able.

Show Description

Death Takes a Holiday unfolds in the mystical space between life and death, set against the enchanting backdrop of Italy. Curious about the human experience, Death assumes the guise of a young prince and mingles with mortals. As he becomes entwined with their lives, he discovers the profound complexities of human emotions. This musical explores the mysteries of love, life, and the very essence of existence as Death grapples with the beauty and fragility of the world from which he has always been removed.

Character Breakdown

Death/Prince Nikolai Sirki

Male, Mid 30s (Range: BariTenor, Bb2-G4)

Has grown tired of taking people’s lives and is unable to comprehend why all men fear him. Curious to know what it means to “live.” After pausing rather than taking Grazia’s life, decides to take a “holiday” under the disguise of Prince Nikolai Sirki.

Grazia Lamberti 

Female, 21 (Range: Soprano, G3-G#5)

Young and passionate, but insightful. After a brief brush with death, wonders if she’s made the correct decisions in life, including accepting Corrado’s proposal.

Duke Vittorio Lamberti 

Male, Late 40s (Range: Baritone, D3-E4)

Grazia’s father and master of the Villa Felicita. Allows Death to take a room in his villa for the weekend, knowing who he is and being forbidden from exposing him. 

Duchess Stephanie Lamberti 

Female, Mid 40s (Range: Mezzo-Soprano, G3-E5)

Lamberti’s wife. Does everything in her power to see that Prince Sirki enjoys his stay. Doesn’t understand Lamberti’s odd reservations towards the charming prince.

Corrado Danielli 

Male, Early-Mid 20s (Range: Bari-Tenor, D3-F4)

Engaged to Grazia. Troubled over the sudden appearance of Prince Sirki and Grazia’s strange behavior.

Contessa Evangelina Di San Danielli 

Female, Mid 70s (Range: Mezzo-Soprano, B3-D5)

A widow, Corrado’s guardian. Has a forgetful mind, which comes with her age. Convinced that Prince Sirki will be taking someone with him when he departs.

Baron Dario Albione 

Male, Mid 70s (Range: Baritone, B3-E4)

Evangelina’s doctor in residence and an intimate old friend of the family.

Alice

Female, Mid 20s (Range: Mezzo-Soprano Belt, D4-G5)

Grazia’s sister-in-law. An American from Indiana who was married to Grazia’s late brother, Roberto, who was killed in the war. Takes an immediate liking to Sirki. Her bark is bigger than her bite.

Major Eric Fenton 

Male, Mid 20s (Range: Tenor, Db3-G4)

An American army aviator. Corrado’s best man and best friend.

Daisy Fenton 

Female, Late Teens (Range: Mezzo-Soprano, A3-F5)

Grazia’s best friend and Eric’s sister. Infatuated with Prince Sirki and disheartened that she’s not allowed to be alone with him.

Fidele 

Male, Age Flexible (Range: Baritone, F2-E4)

A majordomo. Burdened with the secret of learning Prince Sirki’s true identity and terrified by his presence. 

Sophia 

Female, Late Teens/Early 20s (Range: Ensemble/Part Flexible)

A housemaid.

Lorenzo 

Male, Age Flexible (Range: Ensemble/Part Flexible)

A chauffeur/gardener

Cora

Female, Age Flexible (Range: Ensemble/Part Flexible)

The cook