Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

NARRATOR: (Female - Soprano with extended mix/belt range, Low F# to High G). The Narrator is the audience’s guide as she tells Joseph’s story with word and song guides the audience gently through the story of Joseph and his brothers. Must command the stage while directing focus to story elements and then “blending” into the scene.We are looking for a strong singer with great energy. Needs to work well with children.

PHARAOH: (Male - Baritone, Low B to High G#). Pharaoh is the most powerful man in Egypt, and considered a god on earth. He is in a strange psychological place and is desperately searching for the truth in his dreams. The character is portrayed as a world-famous rock star (i.e. Elvis) full of energy and confidence. May also be cast as a member of the greater ensemble.

POTIPHAR: (Male - Baritone, Vocal Range D to B). Potiphar is a rich, self-indulgent and sophisticated Egyptian capitalist who buys Joseph makes him the leader of his household. Strong character actor with a powerful speaking voice. May also be cast as a member of the greater ensemble.

MRS. POTIPHAR: (Female - Alto/Strong Dancer) Mrs. Potiphar is indulgent and confident in her pursuit of what she wants, which at this time happens to be Joseph. Will also double as a general ensemble in some scenes.

JACOB: (Male - Baritone, Low A to C). Jacob is the aged father of Joseph and his 11 brothers. He clearly favors Joseph as the first son of his favorite wife, unwittingly causing the friction that exists between Joseph and his brothers. Jacob needs to be a strong character actor, who can sing and move reasonably well.

JOSEPH’S 11 BROTHERS: (Male - Tenor/Baritone) Reuben, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Dan, Naphtali, Gad, Asher, Issachar, Zebulun, and Benjamin are jealous of Joseph being their father’s favorite son, sell him into slavery, and ultimately realize their wrongdoing. We would like to find actors who are skilled dancers and singers. Will also double as a general ensemble in some scenes. Specific Brother Roles (*): *REUBEN: the oldest, the one who is quickest to lie to Jacob. *SIMEON: the brother who is first to openly admit they created their own misery by selling off Joseph. *JUDAH: the first brother who lays down his life for his youngest brother Benjamin. *BENJAMIN: the youngest, most innocent.

BUTLER (Tenor) Pharaoh’s right hand. While in jail, Joseph interprets Butler's dreams to a positive outcome. May also be cast as a member of the greater ensemble.

BAKER: (Tenor) The Butler and the Baker both work for the Pharaoh. They are both decent men in precarious situations. They need to be good singers and honest actors. Double as brothers.

FEMALE ENSEMBLE: (Soprano/Alto - casting approx. 5) Will play multiple roles throughout the show including wives to Jacob and his sons and citizens of Egypt. They sing and dance throughout the entire show. Looking for skilled dancers and singers. Featured roles and solos will come from the ensemble.

CHILDREN' S CHORUS: (Female/Male - using head voice) They have several group vocal and dance features throughout the entire show and interact with Joseph and the Narrators as they learn of Joseph’s journey. There may also be some dialogue feature opportunities for this group at the beginning of the show.