Show: THE DROWSY CHAPERONE
Theater: Burlington County Footlighters
Theater Website: https://auditions.bcfootlighters.com/drowsy
Theater Phone: (856) 829-7144
Start date of auditions: 08/24/2026
THE DROWSY CHAPERONE
Music & Lyrics by Lisa Lambert and Greg Morrison
Book by Bob Martin and Don McKellar
Audition Dates/Times:
Mon Aug 24, 2026 7:00pm
Tue Aug 25, 2026 7:00pm
Call Backs: Thu Aug 27, 2026 7:00pm
Contact:
drowsy@bcfootlighters.com
Location:
808 Pomona Rd
Cinnaminson, NJ 08077
Production Dates:
Nov 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21 at 8pm
Nov 8, 15 at 2pm
Audition Details:
Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script, a dance audition, and singing. Auditioners should wear closed-toe shoes and movement clothing for the dance audition (If interested in auditioning for Robert or George, bring tap shoes if you have them). All audition song cuts are listed on the audition registration.
All roles are open. All auditioners must be at least 18 years of age. All auditioners (with the exception of performers auditioning ONLY for The Man in the Chair) will be asked to participate in a dance audition, no matter the role you are auditioning for.
This is a non-Equity, non-paying production. Burlington County Footlighters is a non-profit organization.
There is a shared Google Drive with tracks for each character and a monologue for the Man in Chair.
AUDITIONERS MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR ALL PERFORMANCES & TECH (10/31/2026-11/21/2026)
Characters:
Man In Chair: Musical theatre aficionado who mourns the end of the Golden Era. He narrates the show as he listens to the record on vinyl.
Janet Van de Graaff: (30s) Star of Feldzieg’s Follies who is conflicted about giving up her life on the stage to marry Robert Martin. Attractive, vivacious, outgoing personality. She loves being the center of attention and is the consummate 1920s starlet. Strong movement and special skills (acrobatics, juggling, etc.) a plus. Vocal range: Alto with big belt (G3-E5)
Robert Martin: (30-40) The groom-to-be who is deeply in love with Janet. He is the token 1920s leading man – debonair, dashing, and a matinee idol. He is cheesy, cheerful, and optimistic. Must be able to tap dance and roller skate.Vocal range: Tenor (C3 – Ab4)
The Drowsy Chaperone: (40s-50s) Janet’s alcoholic confidante. Care-free, often because she is drunk. An experienced “woman of the world” who couldn’t care less what the world thinks. A melodramatic diva to be reckoned with who gleefully chews the scenery and steals just about every scene she is in. Great comedic role. Think Liza Minnelli meets Tallulah Bankhead. Vocal range: Alto with strong belt (F3-D5)
Aldolpho: (40s) Latin lothario. A womanizing cad who is very impressed with himself. He is confident, vigorous, and a buffoon. Vaudeville-style acting and fake Spanish/Italian accent required. Should have great comic timing. Vocal range: Bass/Baritone + great falsetto (A#2-G4)
Mrs. Tottendale: (50+) A wealthy widow and host of the wedding. She is flighty, eccentric, often times forgetful, and funny. She is absolutely charming, bubbly and oblivious to the confusion her behavior generates in other people. Vocal range: Alto character voice (G3-Db5)
Underling: (50s-60s) Mrs. Tottendale’s unflappable butler and manservant. He is stoic, dry-humored and sarcastic. A cross between Arthur Treacher and Niles the butler from The Nanny. Vocal range: Tenor character voice (Ab2-G4)
Mr. Feldzieg: (40s-50s) Harried producer who will do anything to stop the wedding in order to keep Janet in the Follies. He is nervous, sarcastic, impatient, overbearing, and insensitive. Vocal range: Baritone (Db3-Db4)
Kitty: (30s) 1920s dumb blonde chorine. She is Mr. Feldzieg’s companion and will do anything to be a leading lady. A cross between Norma Cassady from Victor Victoria and Lena Lamont from Singin’ in the Rain. Vocal range: Soprano comedic belt (Bb3-F5)
George: (30s-40s) Robert’s anxious best man. He is loyal, sincere, and nervous. Makes looking out for Robert’s interests his top priority so that the wedding will come off without a hitch. Must be able to tap. Vocal range: Tenor (F3-Bb4)
Gangsters 1 & 2: (30s-40s) Two jovial gangsters who are posing as pastry chefs. Typical 1920s Broadway gangsters full of word play and stylized movements. Good comic timing and dancing skills required. Vocal range: Tenor (Db3-Gb4)
Trix the Aviatrix: (35-50) The brave and brash female aviator. She is sassy, sleek and a take charge kind of gal. Vocal range: Alto (Ab3-Eb5)
Ensemble: A total of 4-6 stronger singers & dancer of any gender to fulfill remaining roles.
Synopsis:
THE DROWSY CHAPERONE is a sparkling love letter to musical theatre, filled with big laughs, show‑stopping numbers, and irresistible charm. When a die‑hard musical fan drops the needle on his favorite cast album, the 1920s show springs to life in his living room—complete with glamorous brides, tap‑dancing groomsmen, over‑the‑top gangsters, and one very tipsy chaperone. Fast‑paced, clever, and delightfully absurd, this Tony‑winning comedy promises a joyful escape into pure theatrical fun.
