LIMELIGHT PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS “GHOST THE MUSICAL”
In 1990 a Hollywood film, created by a writer named Bruce Joel Rubin was released – ‘Ghost’.
The film was to become a classic and is one of the highest grossing films ever in the UK. It was nominated for 5 Oscars and awarded 2 in 1991.
Ghost is a tragic story of two lovers Sam and Molly who, having just become engaged are torn apart after Sam is murdered in a mugging which goes wrong. Sam becomes trapped as a Ghost between this world and the next and continues to protect Molly as he did in life, but now more so as he discovers the truth behind his death and the fact Molly is now in grave danger.
Sam convinces a ‘phony’ store front psychic to help him communicate with Molly and bring his killer to justice but everything does not go to plan as Sam realises just who his friends really are.
Now this classic film has come of age it has been adapted for the stage.
Music and lyrics are provided by Dave Stewart and Glen Ballard and direction by Matthew Warchus. Bruce Joel Rubin has wrote the stage play, he knows the characters better than anyone!
Receiving universal acclaim from critics and the public alike Ghost the Musical is continuing the runaway success of the movie.
DIRECTOR’S NOTE
With iconic moments and memorable characters, “Ghost” has established itself as a classic of our time.
The musical is faithful to the best of the film but also manages to take the heights and depths of emotion even further through its musical narrative and on stage magic. With a contemporary score and staging this theatre show connects with us bringing a new energy to a familiar friend.
This show is a fantastic challenge for the talented Limelight Productions with the opportunity to present a fresh and exciting new premiere production – placing story at its heart supported by innovative performer and technical staging. With great characters, a brilliant story and lots for a company of hard working performers to do, “Ghost, The Musical” is a poignant romance that builds comedy, suspense, and deeply felt emotion to an ethereal climax that audiences will never forget.
Kenny Christie
Director and Choreographer
WELCOME NIGHT
The initial welcome workshop will provide an overview of GHOST THE MUSICAL where the director and choreographer along with other members of the creative team will outline the production style, vision, company involvement and rehearsal process through a brief presentation, practical exercise and Q&A.
GHOST WORKSHOP
This is the beginning of the audition process. Here the director and choreographer and production musical director will put people through their paces using material from the show. Participants will take part in acting, movement and singing activities designed to give them a flavour
of the show and prepare them for company and principal auditions.
N.B. Participants should attend prepared to sing, dance and take part in physical drama based activities during this workshop.
DANCE AUDITION
There is a lot of dance and movement in the show. Some of it has a strong physical theatre and stylised presentation which helps to drive the plot, environments and staging of the show. Movement styles range from commercial and contemporary to musical theatre jazz and even tap! This afternoon workshop will focus on more medium to advanced movement which will be assessed at the end of the session to inform further company auditions
GHOST THE MUSICAL – AUDITIONS
Auditions for ’GHOST the Musical’ are due to take place on Sunday 24th, Monday 25th and Wednesday 27th March.*
*You will be required to attend only one of these dates, unless asked for a Call Back.
Auditions are open to all who wish to join, however, some of the female characters parts within the production are written for people of black, brown or mixed race ethnicities, and as such Limelight are looking to cast these roles with individuals who are culturally and ethnically appropriate.
If you identify as an individual from these groups and are interested, or perhaps know of someone who may be, we’d love to hear from you, by coming along to our Welcome night on 6th March, or by getting in touch directly with us here at Limelight Productions.
Dates for Your Diaries
WEDNESDAY 6TH MARCH – WELCOME NIGHT – 7:30PM
LIMELIGHT STUDIO, BLACKBURN AVENUE, PARKNEUK, DUNFERMLINE, KY12 9BQ
– Introduction to Limelight Productions
– Introduction to GHOST The Musical
– Ghost Related
– Gentle Workshop Session related to Ghost
SATURDAY 9TH MARCH – GHOST WORKSHOP – 10.30AM -1PM
ST NINIANS CHURCH, DUNFERMLINE, KY11 4HE
– Audition pieces (company and principals)
– Music Workshop
– Movement Workshop
2pm -3:30pm Dance – workshop/audition.
COMPANY AUDITIONS
CROSSGATES LEGION, 60 MAIN STREET, CROSSGATES, FIFE, KY4 8AW
– Sunday 24th March (10am – 5pm)
– Monday 24th March (7pm – 10pm)
CALL BACKS – DATE & TIME TO BE CONFIRMED
LIMELIGHT STUDIO, BLACKBURN ROAD, PARKNEUK, DUNFERMLINE, KY12 9BQ
REHEARSALS BEGIN:
– Monday 15th April (principals start)
– Wednesday 17th April (company starts)
Participation in the audition day costs £5, payable to Limelight Productions – bank account number 00242684, sort code 83-33-00 (Royal Bank of Scotland). Please use your name as the payment reference.
In addition to the production team, Fiona Mitchell (Production Manager) will also be part of the selection panel. There may also be a member of the Limelight Productions Committee in attendance reading in for other parts.