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One of the most enduring shows of all time, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a reimagining of the Biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colors. After being sold into slavery by his brothers, Joseph ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar, but ends up in jail after refusing the amorous advances of Potiphar’s wife. While imprisoned, Joseph discovers his ability to interpret dreams, and he soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubled, Elvis-inspired, Pharaoh. Joseph’s solution to Egypt’s famine elevates him to Pharaoh’s right-hand man and reunites him with his family.

Prior to auditions ask the producer at claire@shineplano.com

During auditions ask the box office staff

After auditions ask the stage manager at stagemanager@shineplano.com

December 14 and 15, 2024

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat performs at The Courtyard Theater in Downtown Plano February 21-23, 2025. There is one show each day: 7:30 on February 21, 5:00 on February 22, and 2:30 on February 23. If needed, we will add a 2:30 show on February 22, and we ask the cast to keep the afternoon free for that possibility.

Actors must be ages 8-18 on the day of auditions to be eligible to audition.

There is no tuition associated with the show other than the non-refundable and non-transferrable $30 audition registration fee.

If you want to know what role is perfect for you, we recommend reading the PERUSAL SCRIPT available at the box office. But please keep in mind the role you think is perfect for you may not be the role the director chooses to challenge you with.

There is a place on the audition form to state this.  If the director chooses not to cast you in the “only” roles you’ve chosen, one of two things will happen: 

1. You will not be cast in the show, or 

2. You will receive a phone call from the producer or stage manager offering you another role in the show.  It is probable that if you do not receive the specific role(s) you listed, you will not be offered an alternate role

The director evaluates: 

VOCAL QUALITIES — pitch, placement, articulation, and projection 

DANCE SKILLS — do you have the dance technique and memory to execute choreography and learn quickly? 

CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT — do you embody the character or simply read the words on the page? 

SENSE OF FOCUS — do you live in the world or are you too distracted by your thoughts or external factors? 

IMAGINATION and CREATIVITY — your unique interpretation of language and character EXPRESSIVENESS — is it in your words? your face? your body? 

HONESTY — are you reacting and speaking as your character would? 

PRIOR EXPERIENCE - if the director hasn’t worked with you before, we are thrilled to have you audition! If we have prior experience working with you, we take it into consideration. Were you reliable? Prompt? Kind? Directable?

THEN we look at things like age and height to think about what role you might fit into and which of the other people that auditioned might match up with you. The same criterion is true for callbacks.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat requires strong vocalists and strong actors. Students do not need past experience in any of these areas, but a bold audition and courage to take risks will help them to portray the characters coming to life on stage.

Rehearsals will begin on January 6. Rehearsals will be held on Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-8:00. On February 10, 12, and 13, they will be called from 6:00-9:00 pm. The children’s chorus will be called to every rehearsal listed above.

Technical rehearsals are February 17-20 from 5:00-9:00 pm and all cast members must be present. We permit NO absences or conflicts of any kind during tech week and performances. In case of inclement weather during tech week, additional rehearsal time will be added at 4:30 on February 21.

Rehearsals will begin on January 6. Rehearsals will be held on Monday and Thursday from 6:00-9:00. Actors cast in featured dance and principle roles may be called to some rehearsals on Wednesday and Friday. Not every character will be called for every rehearsal, though central characters will attend almost every rehearsal. The number of rehearsals you attend depends on your role. Actors will be called in for 30-60 minutes on a Saturday for a costume fitting.

Technical rehearsals are February 17-20 from 5:00-10:00 pm and all cast members must be present. We permit NO absences or conflicts of any kind during tech week and performances. In case of inclement weather during tech week, additional rehearsal time will be added at 4:30 on February 21.

Actors must state all conflicts with the rehearsal schedule on their audition form, which will go out one week prior to auditions. Shine will be unable to accept rehearsal and performance conflicts after casting except in the case of an emergency.

Wear nice but comfortable clothing that allows you to move without risk of embarrassment, and does not mask the size and shape of your body. Wear closed-toed shoes. If you are called back it is a good idea to wear the same clothing you wore on the day of your audition unless otherwise specified.

• Your completed audition form (front and back)

• Headshot

You will be asked to learn and memorize the higher and lower harmonies from a specific cut from the Entr’acte. You will be asked to sing twice with our accompanist and another student. The first time you sing through the cut, you will sing the higher or lower part while the other student sings the other part, and then the second time you sing through the cut, you and the other student will switch parts. After booking your audition, we’ll send the sheet music to you.

• Your completed audition form (front and back)

• sheet music in a 3-ring binder for piano accompaniment for 16-32 bars of a song from a musical in the style of the show. No singing acapella. No singing to accompaniment recordings. 

• Dance shoes (character shoes are one option)

• Headshot

The front has fields for your contact information so we know how to get hold of you (and your parents), your availability for callbacks and rehearsals, a space for listing conflicts, and a place to list your theatre experiences, training, and special talents. Resumes are not necessary.

With the number of people coming through the door, it is important that we have a picture of you. Resumes are not necessary.

Arrive for your audition 15 minutes early and check-in at the front window. You will turn in your form and have your measurements taken. The actor and their parent will be asked to watch a 10-minute informational video prior to your audition.

The target announcement date is December 20.

Everyone who auditions will either receive a phone call or email by December 20.

Actors are required to provide specific shoes, socks, tights, underwear, and all make-up supplies as determined by the costume designer. Stage make-up costs approximately $15 to $30. Shoes may run between $20 and $60 dollars. Undergarments such as leotards, camisoles, and undershirts may also be required.

There are four times that parents/guardians are required to be involved if your child is cast in the show. Cast members are also required to be at the following dates and times:

1. Informational meeting on January 6 at 6:00 - 45-minute commitment

2. Pick one time to volunteer at a set build or paint call - a 4-hour commitment

3. Load up and Load in on Sunday, February 16 or Monday, February 17 (President’s Day) - 2 to 3 hours commitment, depending on the specific volunteer role

4. Strike on Sunday, February 23 - 2 hour commitment, exact time varies from production to production