AUDITION INFO
DIGITAL AUDITIONS
Book & Lyrics by BRUCE JOEL RUBIN
Music & Lyrics by DAVE STEWART & GLEN BALLARD
Based on the Paramount Pictures film written by Bruce Joel Rubin
"Unchained Melody" written by Hy Zaret and Alex North, courtesy of Unchained Melody Publishing LLC
Orchestrations by David Abbinanti
Adapted from the hit film by its Academy Award-winning screenwriter, Bruce Joel Rubin, GHOST THE MUSICAL follows Sam and Molly, a young couple whose connection takes a shocking turn after Sam’s untimely death. The bond of love transcends the boundaries of life itself to grow stronger and more fully realized. Trapped between two worlds, Sam refuses to leave Molly when he learns she is in grave danger. Desperate to communicate with her, he turns to a storefront psychic, Oda Mae Brown, who helps him protect Molly and avenge his death. GHOST THE MUSICAL is a poignant romance that builds comedy, suspense, and deeply felt emotion to an ethereal climax that audiences will never forget.
GHOST THE MUSICAL is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide 1180 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 640, New York, NY 10036. www.theatricalrights.com
CASTING CONSIDERATIONS:
All roles are open.
At Hershey Area Playhouse, we are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all individuals. We encourage actors of all races, ethnicities, backgrounds, identities, abilities, body types, and experiences to audition for our productions.
Production is non-Equity and non-paid.
PRODUCTION STAFF:
Travis Pierce, Director (travis.pierce518@gmail.com)
Music Director: Kevin Edward Gane
Choreographer: Kelley Shambaugh
Producer: Rosemary Bucher
PRODUCTION DATES:
October 16 - 26, 2025
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS
Recording 1: 16-32 bars of a musical theatre selection. Songs from Ghost the Musical are welcome.
Recording 2: 1 Minute Monologue - Please prepare are 1 minute contemporary monologue that shows your acting range. We encourage you to explore character, energy, and emotional versatility in your selection. Choose a monologue that reflects bold choices whether comedic, dramatic, or somewhere in between. Feel free to use an accent if it suits your character choice.
DANCE REQUIREMENTS
Ghost the Musical features a multifaceted ensemble of dancers and singers. There is no formal dance call for this audition, but individuals may be contacted to provided a dancing sample at the discretion of the production team.
IMPORTANT DATES:
-Audition submissions are due by 11:59 PM on Sunday, August 3rd, 2025
-Callbacks will be requested at the discretion of the production team.
CHARACTER LIST
Race and ethnicity are indicated and will be followed. Characters where race/ethnicity are not indicated can be of any race or ethnicity.
SAM WHEAT (Male)- lead, male, office-worker in NYC, living with long-term girlfriend, Molly. Vocal Range: G# to Bb Consent Advisory: This character kisses the character Molly Jensen on the lips. This is a heavy stage combat role.
MOLLY JENSEN (Female) - lead, female, artist living in NYC with boyfriend, Sam. Vocal Range: G to Eb Consent Advisory: This character kisses the character Sam Wheat and Carl Bruner on the lips. This a medium stage combat role.
ODA MAE BROWN (Black Female) - lead, black female, spiritual advisor at a storefront séance parlor in Brooklyn, told as a child that she had “the gift” by her mother and grandmother (who were both able to communicate with the dead). Larger than life, able to play for laughs but with sincerity and truth. Vocal Range: G to E Consent Advisory: This is a medium stage combat role.
CARL BRUNER (Male) - lead, male, “friend” and colleague of Sam. Strong actor and singer who becomes corrupted and jealous of everything that Sam has, including Molly. Vocal Range: F to G Consent Advisory: This character kisses the character Molly Jensen on the lips. This is a heavy stage combat role.
SUBWAY GHOST/ORLANDO JONES/ENSEMBLE (Male) - Male, any age. He believes the trains are his because he was pushed onto the track and killed. Aggressive and powerful, a good physical actor is required. He must be able to fight with SAM and physically and emotionally dominate him. Consent Advisory: This is a heavy stage combat role.
WILLIE LOPEZ/ENSEMBLE (Puerto Rican Male) - a streetwise criminal. Consent Advisory: This is a heavy stage combat role.
CLARA/ORTISHA JONES/FIRST NUN/ENSEMBLE (Black Female) = Oda Mae’s sister/helper at her séance parlor. Comic role, good singer. Vocal Range: D to D
LOUISE/OFFICER WALLACE/ENSEMBLE (Black Female) - Oda Mae’s sister/helper at her séance parlor. Comic role, good singer. Vocal Range: D to D
MRS. SANTIAGO/BANK OFFICER/SECOND NUN/ENSEMBLE (Female)
HOSPITAL GHOST/LIONEL FERGUSON/ENSEMBLE (Male)
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION STATEMENT:
Hershey Area Playhouse is actively committed to anti-racism and anti-oppressive practices in the theatre and specifically in casting. We affirm our commitment to equity, inclusivity, and diversity, and strive to foster an artistic environment that is dedicated to social equality.