SHOW OVERVIEW:

[From Right on Cue:] Hadestown weaves together the ancient myths of Orpheus and Eurydice, and Hades and Persephone, into a powerful tale that resonates with modern themes. Set against a backdrop of a post-apocalyptic steam-punk landscape, this innovative show combines elements of American folk music, jazz, and blues to tell a story of love, loss, and redemption.

The plot follows Orpheus, a hopeful young musician, who embarks on a perilous journey to the underworld to rescue his beloved Eurydice after she is lured there by the promise of security by the enigmatic ruler Hades. In the underworld, Eurydice faces the harsh realities of Hadestown, a factory where souls toil endlessly, forgotten by the world above. Meanwhile, the strained relationship between Hades and his wife Persephone mirrors the cycles of decay and growth, influencing the fates of those below and above.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

The goal of this program is to blend the successes of our acting programs and camp productions. Like camp and classes, this program is tuition-based. Those registered for the program are guaranteed to be cast in roles in the production. However, just like with camp, tuition is not tied to casting decisions but to the educational experience of putting the show together. Some actors will be cast in leading roles and some will be cast in ensemble roles; refunds will not be given to those who are not happy with their assigned role, and all tuition payments must be made before the audition date. This information must be considered before registration; students should only be enrolled if they are genuinely happy to be involved in the program regardless of the role they receive following auditions.

REGISTRATION: Registration is complete. The refund and waiting list deadlines have passed. Thank you!

COST: $250. As with camp, this cost includes a show t-shirt. 

AUDITIONS, REHEARSAL DAYS, AND EXPECTATIONS:

Auditions: November 20th from 6:30-8:30pm. Only open to registered participants!

Performers will be asked to prepare a song and a monologue. They will participate in a dance audition, which will be learned onsite the evening of auditions. 

Rehearsals: Tuesday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm and Saturday afternoons from 2-4pm. 

  • December 2nd, 6th, 9th, 13th
  • HOLIDAY BREAK
  • January 6th, 10th, 13th, 17th, 20th, 24th, 27th, 31st
  • February 3rd, 7th, 10th, 14th, 17th*, (NO 21st), 24th*, 28th
    • *CCB and BCCS have different breaks during February. We will still rehearse on these dates (except the 21st), but we will excuse absences as needed.

TECH WEEK: March 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th

Performances: March 6th and 7th

Schedule conflicts will potentially impact casting, so please be mindful of these dates prior to registration.

CHARACTERS AVAILABLE: Please note that we have no preconceived ideas of how any of these characters can be portrayed. We are looking for interesting perspectives, not imitations of the work of others.

  • ORPHEUS – Lyre-playing poet, gifted and naïve  
    • Tenor with strong falsetto, range: D3-C5
  • EURYDICE – A runaway, tough and vulnerable  
    • Mezzo-Soprano, range: F#3-D5
  • HADES – Compulsive industrialist, boss-king of Hadestown  
    • Bass, range: F2-C#4
  • PERSEPHONE – Queen of nature and the seasons, a lush  
    • Mezzo-Soprano/Alto, range: F3-C5
  • HERMES – Charismatic guide and storyteller, mentor to Orpheus
    • Tenor/Bass, range: C3-B4
  • FATES – Three sisters, vicious and delicious, voices in the head  
    • Soprano, Mezzo-Soprano, Alto, range E3-D5, Fate 1 up to Eb5
  • WORKERS – Spirits of labor and community, a physical and choral presence