IVCC to open audition call for ‘Tootsie’ musical

The Illinois Valley Community College Theatre Department will host an open audition call at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 12, and Tuesday, Feb. 13, for “Tootsie – the Comedy Musical!”

Based on the film starring Dustin Hoffman, this updated take sets the story backstage on Broadway, where Michael Dorsey, a difficult-to-work-with actor, lands a lead part in disguise, becoming the toast of Broadway as “Dorothy Michaels!”

The show requires a wide range of performers – at least 18 – including mature roles, dancers and singers.

To audition, prepare a song that best shows off your capabilities. Bring a backing track (no lead vocals – accompaniment only). A short dance audition as well as readings from the script will be part of the audition process.

For information, contact IVCC director and choreographer of musical theater Don Grant Zellmer at dongrantzellmer1@yahoo.com.

Show dates will be April 11 to 14 and April 18 to 21. On Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, the curtain rises at 7:30 p.m. Sunday matinees begin at 2 p.m.