You can't stop the beat!
The 1950s are out, and change is in the air! Hairspray, winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical, piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance and deliriously tuneful songs.
It's 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire – to dance on the popular "Corny Collins Show." When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob, Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network... all without denting her 'do!
Book by Thomas Meehan & Mark O’Donnell Music by Marc Shaiman Lyrics by Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman
Directed by Karlena Riggs Music Directed by Jordan Andrews Choreographed by Joelle Galapate-Ikpo
WHEN
AUDITIONS
May 12, 2025
6-9pm
May 13, 2025
6-9pm
Callbacks
May 19, 2025
6-9pm
WHERE
Theatre Tulsa Studios
5521 S. Peoria Ave. Tulsa, OK 74105
AVAILABLE ROLES
*SHEET MUSIC WILL BE UPLOADED WITHIN THE COMING WEEKS*
Tracy Turnblad - Our story's unsuspecting protagonist, she is large and in charge. Confident, talented, and incredibly determined. A romantic with a good heart and desire to cut up the dance floor. Always on top of the latest trends. This role should be played by a white actress who can portray 16-18 years old.
Penny Pingleton - Tracy's best friend and dorky sidekick. Not the brightest girl, but she has good intentions. Bursting to get free of her mother's dominating control, she falls for Seaweed with childlike curiosity. This role should be played by a white actress who can portray 16-18 years old.
Amber Von Tussle - Link's girlfriend and Tracy's nemesis. She is pretty, thin, shallow, snobby, and racist. Can't dance but is expected to win Miss Baltimore Hairspray. Always feels the need to be the center of attention. This role should be played by a white actress who can portray 16-18 years old.
Link Larkin - The star heartthrob on Corny Collins' show. He is extremely attractive and talented. Hoping to get his big break with a recording contract, he unexpectedly falls for Tracy. This role should be played by a white actor who can portray 16 - 20 years old.
Velma Von Tussle - Amber's mother and the director of Corny Collin's show. She is a devious taskmaster and snobby racist. The former Miss Baltimore Crabs will go to any length to ensure her daughter is the next big thing. This role should be played by a white actress who can portray 40+ years old.
Corny Collins - The charismatic host of the Corny Collins' Show. Good looking and smooth talking, he is a genuinely nice guy both on and off camera. This role should be played by a white actor who can portray 30+ years old.
Edna Turnblad - Tracy's big and blonde mother. She is a working housewife who has lost her confidence and dream to be a plus-size clothing designer. Boisterous and commanding. Often played by a male in drag. This role should be played by a white performer who can portray 40+ years old.
Wilbur Turnblad - Tracy's simpleminded and kind father. He owns a joke shop and supports his daughter in spite of everything else. He also loves his wife, Edna, very much. This role should be played by a white actor who can portray 40+ years old.
Prudy Pingleton - Penny's strict mother. Very conservative, controlling, and closed minded. This role should be played by a white actress who can portray 40+ years old. May double the Gym Teacher and Matron, so comic chops are a plus!
Seaweed J. Stubbs - Tracy's classmate and friend, who is discriminated against due to his skin color. He is cocky but surprisingly lovable. Talented in song and dance. He falls for Penny. This role should be played by a Black actor who can portray 16-20 years old.
Little Inez - Seaweed's little sister. Confident and assured, discriminated against due to her skin color. This role should be played by a Black actress who can portray 10-14 years old.
Motormouth Maybelle - Seaweed and Little Inez's mother, she also appears as the Guest DJ on the Corny Collin's Negro Day show. Big, blonde, beautiful and proud of it. She is sassy and confident. This role should be played by a Black actress who can portray 40+ years old.
The Dynamites - (Judine, Kamilah and Shayna) are a dynamic musical trio, iconic of the Motown era and the 1960s. Think the Supremes. Three young women who are singers and dancers who complement each other. They don't need to look alike, but a group that can be synchronous in their music and dance.
Ensemble - any age/ethnicity.
ABOUT THE AUDITION
Vocals
We are asking everyone to sing a selected song from the show. Please see the song listed below each character description above and follow the link for the selected music cuts for each song. We will have physical copies of the sheet music available at auditions.
Tracy - Good Morning Baltimore (m. 78 - end)
Penny - Mama I'm a Big Girl Now (m. 18 - 50, sing Tracy/Amber/Penny)
Amber - Cooties (whole song)
Link - It Takes Two (m. 17 - end)
Velma - Miss Baltimore Crabs (m. 67 to end)
Corny - (It’s) Hairspray (whole song)
Edna - You're Timeless to Me (m. 37 - 67)
Wilbur - You're Timeless to Me (start - m. 36)
Seaweed - Run and Tell That (m. 95 - end)
Little Inez - Run and Tell That (m.77 - 94)
Motormouth - Big Blonde and Beautiful (m. 16 - 64)
Dynamites - Welcome to the 60s (m. 96 - 127)
Ensemble/All others - Good Morning Baltimore (start - m. 36)
Dance
Each block will consist of a dance call with a combination taught by the choreographer.
AUDITION TIMES
May 12 & 13, 2025
Block A
6:00-7:00pm (Vocals & Dance)
Block B
7:00-8:00pm (Vocals & Dance)
Block C
8:00-9:00pm (Vocals & Dance)
Callbacks will be held Monday, May 19 at Theatre Tulsa’s studio space. Callback notifications will be sent no later than May 14 at 9pm.
VIDEO AUDITIONS
Please submit a video with your vocal selection and a video showcasing your dance abilities. Submissions can be uploaded via the audition sign up form. Videos due by May 13.
IMPORTANT INFO
Rehearsals will begin July 14, 2025. Rehearsals will be Monday/Tuesday/Thursday from 6:30-9:30pm and Saturdays (as needed). A detailed rehearsal scheduled will be available at auditions.
Performances will be September 12-21, 2025 at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center.
For more information, contact info@theatretulsa.org