AUDITIONS - Million Dollar Quartet

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET

Book by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux and Music by Various Artists

Directed/Choreographed by Charlie Sutton

Music Direction by Dylan Reed-Fuglestad

Duluth Playhouse is committed to inclusive, color-conscious casting. Actors of all ethnicities, gender identities, and abilities are highly encouraged to audition. 

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GENERAL AUDITION INFORMATION

Auditions will be held in person at the NorShor Theatre Rehearsal Studios located at 211 E. Superior St. Duluth, MN 55802. Please enter through the “Lights on Duluth” door located next to the Box Office.

AUDITION DETAILS  

• Auditions will be held June 14th. This timeframe will be expanded if all available slots fill up.
• Actors must sign up for a 5 minute audition time slot HERE.
• Actors must fill out the audition form HERE.
• Actors will be asked to read one of the preselected Side/Songs found HERE.‍
• Paper copies will be provided at the audition. 

WHAT TO BRING WITH YOU

• Headshot: or an up-to-date picture of yourself
• Resume: listing recent performance credits

VIDEO SUBMISSION 

• If you cannot attend auditions, please send in a video submission to auditions@duluthplayhouse.org no later than June 9th at 12pm.
• Video submissions must include: 
  
  • Video Audition: Please read one of the preselected Sides/Songs found HERE.
  • Headshot and Resume: Please email a resume and picture of yourself. 
  • Audition Form: Please fill out the audition HERE.
• Some examples of how to share video submissions: 
  
  • Upload your video to Google Drive or Dropbox. Create a shareable link, copy and paste it to your email message. 
  • Create a YouTube video with a viewable link.
  • There are other ways to also share videos, these are just some examples.

‍CALLBACK DETAILS 

• Callbacks will be held after 4pm on June 14th.
• Callbacks will consist of reading sides from the script.

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ABOUT MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET

Set on December 4, 1956, Million Dollar Quartet is the electrifying true story of the night Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins came together for one unforgettable jam session at Sun Records in Memphis. This impromptu gathering — a historic moment in rock ‘n’ roll history — is brought to life on stage with a vibrant mix of heart-pounding music, raw talent, and personal drama.

Featuring a score of legendary hits like “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Walk the Line,” and “Hound Dog,” this jukebox musical celebrates the dawn of rock and the explosive personalities that shaped it. As these iconic artists navigate fame, friendship, and ambition, audiences are treated to an intimate look at the spark of a musical revolution.

Million Dollar Quartet is more than a concert — it’s a powerful story of legacy, dreams, and the birth of a sound that changed America forever.

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CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS

Note: All performers must be strong musicians. Most roles require the ability to play an instrument live on stage.

ELVIS PRESLEY (Male, 20s)
The "King of Rock ‘n’ Roll" in his early rise to fame. Charismatic, quiet yet confident, with a natural magnetism. Torn between loyalty and ambition.
Vocal Style: Baritone/Tenor (smooth rockabilly).
Instrument: Guitar (preferred but not required if actor can act/sing strongly).

JOHNNY CASH (Male, 20s–30s)
The brooding “Man in Black.” Quiet, strong, with a slow-burning intensity. Already signed with Columbia, hiding secrets.
Vocal Style: Deep Bass/Baritone.
Instrument: Guitar required. Must be able to play while singing.

JERRY LEE LEWIS (Male, 20s)
Brilliant, brash, and explosive. The wild card of the group. Virtuosic piano skills and huge energy. Think comic relief with depth.
Vocal Style: Tenor with flair.
Instrument: Piano required — must be a strong player with rock ‘n’ roll style.

CARL PERKINS (Male, 20s–30s)
Prideful and rugged. A true rockabilly musician who feels overshadowed by Elvis. Strong presence and guitar chops.
Vocal Style: Tenor/Baritone.
Instrument: Guitar required — must be a skilled lead guitarist.

SAM PHILLIPS (Male, 30s–40s)
Founder of Sun Records. The visionary “father of rock ‘n’ roll.” Acts as the narrator, full of charm, drive, and nostalgia. No singing required.

DYANNE (Female, 20s–30s)
Elvis’s girlfriend for the night. Confident, sultry, and smart. Not just a pretty face — she holds her own in a room of legends.
Vocal Style: Mezzo-Soprano/Alto with strong belt (torch songs and soulful rock).

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REHEARSAL INFORMATION

Rehearsal Dates & Times: August 4, 2025 – September 1, 2025

Rehearsals are currently scheduled Mon-Fri from 6 pm–9:30 pm. Final schedule and times may vary.

Tech Rehearsals: September 2 –10: 6-10pm 

Tech Rehearsals are currently scheduled Mon-Fri from 6 pm–10:00 pm. Final schedule and times may vary.

Where: NorShor Theatre and Rehearsal Studios

211 E. Superior St. Duluth, MN 55802

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PERFORMANCE DATES & TIMES

September 10 at 7:30 p.m. Community Preview

September 11 at 7:30 p.m. Sponsor Night

September 12 at 7:30 p.m. Opening Night

September 13 at 7:30 p.m.

September 14 at 2 p.m.

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September 17 at 7:30 p.m. (Potential Additional Performance)

September 18 at 7:30 p.m.

September 19 at 7:30 p.m.

September 20 at 7:30 p.m.

September 21 at 2 p.m.

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September 24 at 7:30 p.m. (Potential Additional Performance)

September 25 at 7:30 p.m.

September 26 at 7:30 p.m.

September 27 at 7:30 p.m.

September 28 at 2 p.m.

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Questions?

Additional questions should be directed to auditions@duluthplayhouse.org