Casting: Million Dollar Quartet - Musical Theatre Casting Lead and Understudy Actors and Singers/Musicians
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, RB, 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.
Metropolis PAC is seeking adult non-Equity musicians/ singers/ actors for the principal role of W. S. "Fluke" Holland and is also seeking adult non-Equity drummers/ actors for the Johnny Cash understudy role 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). All identities, races, and ethnicities are strongly encouraged to audition.
Click here for Johnny Cash Audition Sides.
Click here for Johnny Cash 'Folsom Prison Blues' Sheet Music.
Casting: By submission
Rehearsal Dates: Tue. June 4 - Sun. June 30, 2024
Tech Rehearsal Dates: Tue. July 2 - Thu. July 11, 2024
Previews Performance Dates: Thu. July 11 - Sun. August 4, 2024
Location: Metropolis Performing Arts Centre in Arlington Heights, IL
(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 the acting side and of you accompanying yourself on guitar to “Folsom Prison Blues,” “I Walk The Line,” or any other Cash song of your choosing. Include a slate with your name, pronouns, height, and the role you are submitting for. Please confirm in the slate that you have local Chicago/ Arlington Heights housing. Pay is $700 Rehearsal Flat rate + $70 per show performed.
(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. Include a slate with your name, pronouns, height, and the role you are submitting for. Please confirm in the slate that you have local Chicago/ Arlington Heights housing. Pay is $800 Rehearsal Flat rate + $70 per show performed.