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ENSEMBLES

THE ENSEMBLE'S: The ensemble brings the world of Average Heights to life, portraying its residents, voters, festivalgoers, television personalities, government workers and other colorful members of the community. Ensemble performers help create the energy, humor and heart of the entire production.
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Versatile, enthusiastic performers who can create distinct characters, react truthfully and work generously as part of a company. Every ensemble member should remain engaged in each scene, make confident acting choices and understand that there are no unimportant moments onstage.
VOCAL REQUIREMENTS
Strong singers who can confidently perform harmony, blend with the company and communicate the meaning of the lyrics. Performers should be comfortable singing in a variety of musical styles and maintaining their vocal part while moving.
ACTING REQUIREMENTS
Strong character instincts, clear storytelling and excellent comic timing are essential. Performers may portray several different roles and should be able to make each one physically and vocally distinct without becoming cartoonish.
DANCE AND MOVEMENT REQUIREMENTS
Performers should move confidently and be comfortable learning musical-theatre choreography. Dance experience is helpful, but energy, rhythm, commitment and the ability to learn movement are most important.
IMPORTANT
The ensemble is central to the comedy, emotion and momentum of Archie the Alien. We are looking for dependable, collaborative performers who bring enthusiasm to rehearsals and remain fully present whenever they are onstage.
WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN EVERY PERFORMER
Archie the Alien is a big-hearted musical comedy that depends on truthful acting, strong character choices and excellent comic timing. We’re seeking performers who can find the honesty beneath the humor & create memorable characters without turning them into cartoons.
All performers should:
• Sing confidently and communicate a song’s story
• Have strong comic instincts and ensemble awareness
• Take direction well and arrive prepared
• Bring energy, generosity and professionalism to rehearsals
• Be comfortable with basic movement or choreography
• Support the show’s themes of kindness, acceptance and belonging
Some supporting roles may be doubled, depending on the size of the production and the director’s needs.


