Content: 
This production will include sexual themes, physical intimacy and kissing, violence, and depictions of Nazism and anti-semitism. Direction looks forward to working closely with performers, the intimacy choreographer, and other collaborators to approach this content in a way that is suitable and sustainable for those presenting and viewing it while honoring how this content contributes to the story of “Cabaret". Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.

DEI: 
We are committed to creating a cast that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive. Performers will be considered based on the strength of their talent regardless of race, gender/sexual identity, disability, or theatrical experience. We are open to and excited about non-traditional casting, and will foster communication between the performers and production team to make accommodations where possible while upholding the directors’ and designers’ vision. Additionally, we invite actors to communicate with direction before and throughout the audition process if they will not be comfortable playing certain roles.

MASTER OF CEREMONIES (EMCEE)
Host at the Kit Kat Club - dark, comedic, provocative/sexual, and loveable; requires an exuberant, playful, mysterious presence who loves the audience. Must act, sing, dance, and present suggestive content. 
Vocal Range: Tenor, C3–G4

SALLY BOWLES
A British cabaret singer at the Kit Kat Club. Quirky and flighty, but charismatic and strong willed. Struggles with knowing the darkness of the reality of her life and has woeful luck in her relationships. Must act, sing, dance, use an English accent, and present suggestive and intimate content. 
Vocal Range: Mezzo, E3–C5

CLIFF BRADSHAW
An American novelist and English teacher living in Berlin in search of writing inspiration. Explores the complexities of politics, culture, and love & sexuality with those he meets on his travels, but maintains a naïvity and sense of personal morals throughout. Must act, sing, use an American accent, and present intimate content. 
Vocal Range: Baritone, C#3–E4

FRÄULEIN SCHNEIDER
An old landlady who rents rooms to Cliff, Sally, and several other characters whose affairs she is endlessly critical of but will look the other way for the right price. She is alone and resigned to her place in life, but secretly longs for companionship with Herr Schultz. Must act, sing, move (light), and use a German accent.
Vocal Range: Alto, Eb3–B4

HERR SCHULTZ
An old Jewish fruit shop owner who falls in love with Fräulein Schneider; sweet, loveable, optimistic but naïve about the political turmoil in Germany. Must act, sing, move (light), and use a German accent. 
Vocal Range: Baritone/low tenor, C3–G4

FRÄULEIN KOST
A prostitute who rents in Fräulein Schneider’s boarding house; larger than life personality, quick witted, and sharp tongued. Must sing, act, and present suggestive content. 
Vocal Range: Mezzo, F#3–F#5

ERNST LUDWIG
A friendly, likable, charming German who befriends and takes English classes from Cliff, but is later shockingly revealed to vehemently support the Nazi party. Must sing (light) and act. 
Vocal Range: Baritone/Low Tenor, D3–F#4

KIT KAT KLUB PERFORMERS (ensemble)
Rosie, Lulu, Frenchie, Texas, Fritzie, Helga, Bobby, Victor, Hans, Herman. Will also double in various feature roles including Max, Sailor Rudy, Customs Official, etc. Seeking performers with strong but varied presences. Must sing, dance, act (light), and present suggestive content. Rosie, Lulu, Frenchie, Texas, Fritzie and Helga will dance in heels
Vocal Range: All

RICHARD WATERHOUSE teaches Acting 023 and Film Acting 1285 at Brown.  He began his career as an actor and member of AEA and SAG/AFTRA and then transitioned to teaching 26 years ago.  Richard has founded two 48 Hr. Film competitions and is one of the founders of Fuller Road Artist Residency in Newbury, VT. Directing credits include Lives of the Great Poisoners, Working, Steel Magnolias, Love Alone,  ‘8’ the play, Kimberly Akimbo, and The Little Dog Laughed. Richard wrote and directed the award winning short film, Respect for Acting, and produced the short film, Pearl, starring Dan Butler and Tony award winning actress, Frances Sternhagen.