White Christmas Workshop & Auditions

Bob Wallace (mid 30’s to early 40’s) - A major singing star, Bob is the guiding force behind the song and dance team of Wallace and Davis. He wears his fame easily, but has some trouble with social and romantic interactions. Despite occasional gruffness, he is a deeply kind and principled man who is searching for true love. Must be an excellent singer with a crooning style who moves very well. Tap and Jazz dancing is require. Baritone.

Phil Davis (mid 30’s to early 40’s) - The fun-loving song-and-dance partner of the team Wallace and Davis. An irrepressible clown, operator, and incorrigible ladies’ man who is determined to see his friend happy, even if it requires scheming and outright deception. He has a boyish charm and suave attitude. Jazz, ballroom and tap-dancing required. Baritone-tenor.

Betty Haynes (mid 20’s to late 30’s) - Sensible, responsible head of the Haynes sisters act. Classic elegance and a bit of an old soul. Destined to be a star, but hesitant to take the spotlight. Devoted to her sister. Hides a yearning for true love under a protective shell. Female singer of quiet beauty and charm with a rich chest mix and soprano extension. Must move well.

Judy Haynes (mid 20’s to mid 30’s) - Younger, more ambitious and slightly scheming other sister. Wholesome and adorable, yet flirty. Strong tap dancer. Strong with a chest mix.

General Henry Waverly (Late 50’s to mid 60’s) - Retired Army general with a curmudgeonly military exterior, adjusting to retired life in post WWII America. Precise and orderly, struggling to run the Inn in Vermont. A man of integrity. Underneath a warm compassionate man in need of family and love. With the exception of one line, can be a non-singing role.

Martha Watson (late 40’s to mid-60’s) - Once a Broadway star, now the General’s housekeeper. The true force behind running the Inn. Very dry wit and frank with a wisecracking sense of humor. Big hearted, but unsentimental. Irrepressible meddler, believing she acts on everyone’s best behalf. Strong singer and mover, Broadway belter.

Susan Waverly* (Young girl 9 to 12 to play 9 year old) - The General’s granddaughter. Lovable and outgoing. A bit precocious, but wise beyond her years. Gets bitten by the stage bug and is great at it . Excellent belt voice, must move very well. Open call audition only - Not necessary to attend the workshop.

Ralph Sheldrake (mid 30’s to early 40’s) - Jokester Army buddy of Bob and Phil’s, now a major television executive. Fast talking, loud, brash New York professional with good head on his shoulders.

Rita and Rhoda (mid 20’s to early 30’s) - Bob and Phil’s two star chorus showgirls. Brash, beautiful and fun. Perhaps not the brightest. Part of the Wallace and Davis dancers.

Ezekiel Foster (mid 40’s to late 50’s) - Practical, the ultimate laid back New Englander. A man of few words. Caretaker at the Inn. Takes life at a very very leisurely pace.

Mike (mid 20’s to late 30’s) - Bob and Phil’s Stage manager. Can be overly dramatic and often hysterical, but gets the job done. Works to attempt a sense of control and order for the company. Doubles as Mr. Snoring Man, Winter Tourist.

Tessie (late 20’s to 30’s) - Young Character woman to play Bob and Phil’s secretary. Mezzo-soprano, belter.

Male and Female Ensemble of Dancers - Play assorted speaking and singing roles as well as being a strong singing ensemble. Strong in Ballroom, Jazz and Tap. Dance style is 1950’s Hollywood movie musical style.

*Those audition for Susan Waverly do not need to attend the workshop. You can find the registration for Susan Auditions HERE.