The Music Man

November 14th - 15th, 2025


The Music Man features some of musical theatre’s most iconic songs and a story filled with wit, warmth and good old-fashioned romance.  This is family entertainment at its best — a bold, brassy show that will have the whole town atwitter!

A master showman is in town and he’s got “seventy-six trombones” in tow. The story follows fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys' band he vows to organize. The catch? He doesn't know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian, whose belief in Harold’s power just might help him succeed in the end in spite of himself.

The Music Man

WORKSHOP & AUDITION INFO

DIRECTOR TEAM

Producer/Costumer: Victoria Wilsterman

Choreographer: Katie Long

Music/Choreography Director: Tori Davison

Music Director: Janice Tham

Acting/ Stage Director: Annie Wilsterman

AGE REQUIREMENT

  • Senior Cast: 8th - 12th grade

  • Junior Cast: 4th - 7th grade

WORKSHOP: Audition Preparation

Destiny Church in Broken Arrow

Broken Arrow, OK 74012

Cost: $20 (Per student - Paid at time of registration)

1700 S. Aspen Ave.

Saturday, August 2nd

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

AUDITIONS:

Destiny Church in Broken Arrow

1700 S. Aspen Ave.

Thursday, August 7th - Auditions

Broken Arrow, OK 74012

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm (Will be notified after Auditions if you receive a callback)

Friday, August 8th - Auditions

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm (Will be notified after Auditions if you receive a callback)

Saturday, August 9th - Callbacks

9:00 am - 3:00 pm (Students will be dismissed in waves beginning at 11:00 a.m.)

*If you are not able to attend the workshop, please still fill out the registration form and select ‘NO’ for the applicable question. This will allow us to send you audition materials on August 2nd.

REHEARSALS:

Thursday, August 14th - First Rehearsal (Read Through)

1700 S. Aspen Ave.

Destiny Church in Broken Arrow

Broken Arrow, OK 74012

5:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, September 6th - Dance Rehearsal

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Saturday)

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Saturday)

Our workshop is not required but it is highly recommended. It will provide actors with everything they need for their audition including choreography, acting sides, and music. If your student is unable to attend but still wants to audition, please email admin@ccmt-tulsa.com for resources!

5:30 - 8:00 p.m. (Monday/Thursday)

On-Going Rehearsals Monday/Thursdays/Saturdays (conditional, beginning Sept. 6th)


Cast Fees

Cast Fees (Freshman to Seniors in High School):

  • Senior Cast Fee: $400.00 (8th - 12th grade)

  • Junior Cast Fee: $325.00 (4th - 7th grade)

  • Additional Student: 15% off the cast fee up until 3rd student, 4th student is 25% off the original cast fee.

    *For scholarship information please click HERE.

Payment Schedule:

  • $100 (per student) is due at the audition on August 7th or 8th

  • $100 (per student) is due by September 5th

  • $100 (per student) is due by October 7th

  • $100 (per student) is due by November 4th

Harold Hill: Our story's unsuspecting protagonist. A con man, traveling under the auspices of a salesman, he eventually falls in love with Marian Paroo. Charismatic and charming. The role of Harold should be played by someone who can memorize well as this role has lots of songs and monologues.

Marian Paroo: The role of Marian is a different twist on the traditional leading lady. The character progresses greatly during the show, starting as an uptight librarian and transforming into a beautiful and trusting young woman. Your Marian must have an amazing voice, be an excellent actor, and be able to move well.

Charlie Cowell: A traveling salesmen who is on to Harold Hill's schemes. Tirelessy attempts to prove to everyone the true con man behind Harold Hill.

Mayor Shinn: A blustery politician who is all too "self-important." Begrudgingly married to Eulalie, he is skeptical of the town rumor mill.

Eulalie Mackecknie Shinn: Mayor Shinn's peacock wife. A serial gossiper and snob, she has trouble keeping her opinions to herself.

Marcellus Washburn: Harold's chummy old friend and former con man, he now lives in River City and is trying to settle down. This classic sidekick to Harold has been immortalized by comedic greats like Buddy Hacket. Marcellus' big number is "Shipoopi" so the character has to act well, sing reasonably well (although a character voice is best) and be able to dance.

Ethel Toffelmier: Ethel is Marcellus's girlfriend. She's described by Marcellus as "a nice comfortable girl and the bosses' niece." Ethel has some acting, some singing, and some dancing. Ethel is also one of the solo Pick-a-Little ladies.

Mrs. Paroo: The conscience of River City. She is a great mother, stands up for what she believes in, and gently pushes Marian to think of her future. The role requires an actress who can do a good Irish Brogue, and who can sing and act.

Winthrop Paroo: Marian's baby brother, he is very shy because of a noticeable lisp. Embraces Harold Hill and the marching band.

Amaryllis: Amaryllis is the slightly bratty girl who studies piano with Marian. Should be a good singer.

Ewart Dunlop

Ewart is one of the four quartet members with the second highest voice or tenor. He is married to Maud Dunlop.

Oliver Hix

Oliver is one of the four quartet members with the second lowest voice or baritone. He is married to Alma Hix.

Jacey Squires

Jacey is one of the four quartet members with the highest voice or tenor. He is married to Mrs. Squires.

Olin Britt

Olin is one of the four quartet members with the lowest voice or bass.

Tommy Djilas

Tommy is the teen heartthrob in the show. 

Zaneeta Shinn

Zaneeta should be the best female dancer. The role is often given dance features in both "76 trombones" and "Shipoopi".

Gracie Shinn

Gracie is Zaneeta's little sister. This role has one or two lines of dialogue and traditionally is the first soloist in "Wells Fargo Wagon."

Alma Hix

One of the core members of the Pick-a-little ladies, requiring girls with strong voices and a good sense of comedy. Alma is married to Oliver.

Maud Dunlop

One of the core members of the Pick-a-little ladies, requiring girls with strong voices and a good sense of comedy. Maud is married to Ewart.

Mrs. Squires

One of the core members of the Pick-a-little ladies, requiring girls with strong voices and a good sense of comedy. Mrs. Squires is married to Jacey.

Conductor

The conductor has the first line in the show, so cast an actor that is loud and energetic!

Constable Locke

The Constable is a quietly wise man who sees through Harold, but doesn't seem to mind. It's a nice feature for any young character actor.

Ensemble

The Ensemble is comprised of Adult-types, teens and kids to play townspeople, traveling salesmen, teen dancers, Wa Tan Ye girls and the boys' band. Can accommodate additional Pick-a-little ladies

Traveling Salesmen

Good actors will be cast to play traveling salesmen, especially salesmen number five, number three, and number one.

Teen Dancers

A group of the best dancers. The Teen Dancers will be responsible for "Shipoopi," and have features in "76 Trombones."

THE MUSIC MAN CHARACTER BREAKDOWN