Dreamgirls

Book and Lyrics by Tom Eyen
Music by Henry Krieger

May 21 – June 14, 2025
Musical | Mainstage | Thursday – Saturday |

Dreamgirls will be directed by Latoya Cameron, choreographed by Natosha Washington, music directed by Jonathan McDonald and Dee Dee Darby Duffin, and stage managed by Tahra Veasley.

The show follows three talented young Black women from back alley performances to stardom. Through their newfound fame, they are forced to confront love, betrayal, and contrasting ambitions, all pulling at the threads of their unity. With soulful music and a storyline full of dynamic and beautifully human characters, Dreamgirls celebrates the Motown music scene while also diving into its clash with White America’s attempt to squash and steal from it.

Audition Info

• Vocal auditions will be held on Saturday, February 15, 2025 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
• Dance auditions will be held on Monday, February 17, 2025 from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
  • Please sign up for Vocal auditions online: Vocal Scheduling.
  • Please sign up for Dance auditions online: Dance Scheduling.
• Please prepare 32 bars of a song in the style of the show. Sheet music is required. An accompanist will be provided.
• A current resume, headshot and sheet music are required. Prior to your audition, please complete the online audition form. 
• Auditions will be held in the SLCC South City Campus Multipurpose Room (Room # 1-032, on the South East side of the main building). The address is 1575 S. State Street, Salt Lake City, 84115. Parking is available at no charge in the southeast parking lot off of 1700 South.

After Auditions

• Callbacks will be from 6 – 10 p.m. on Tuesday, February 18, by invitation only.
• The show will run nightly at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays – Saturdays from May 21 – June 14, 2025, with a preview performance on Wednesday, May 20, and Saturday matinee performances at 2 p.m. on May 31 and June 7.
• Rehearsals will begin on April 5 and will be held (apart from tech week) Mondays – Fridays from 6 – 10 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. See the audition form for more details. Performance pick-up rehearsals (if needed) will be held from 6:30 – 9 p.m. on Wednesday, May 28, Wednesday, June 4, and Wednesday, June 11. Rehearsal schedule is subject to change.

All hired actors are paid via a stipend. The Grand Theatre is committed to diverse, inclusive casting. We welcome all qualified performers, without regard to disability, race, color, gender, national origin or any other basis, unless otherwise specifically indicated.

Background Check Notice:
As part of the new SLCC requirements, we will conduct a background check on all contracted individuals. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding in this matter.

Please note: Marketing photos & video may be taken during auditions/callbacks.

Character Breakdown

• EFFIE WHITE
  • Black, Female presenting
  • Soprano/mezzo-soprano
  • Lead singer of the Dreamettes

• LORRELL ROBINSON
  • Black, Female presenting
  • Soprano
  • Backup singer of the Dreamettes

• CURTIS TAYLOR JR.
  • Black, Male presenting
  • Tenor/baritone
  • Cadillac dealer and manager of the Dreams

• JAMES “THUNDER” EARLY
  • Black, Male presenting
  • Tenor
  • Principal soul singer

• C.C. WHITE
  • Black, Male presenting
  • Tenor
  • Composer and brother of Effie

• MICHELLE MORRIS
  • Black, Female presenting
  • Soprano
  • Backup singer; replacement for Effie

• MARTY MADISON
  • Black, Male presenting
  • Baritone
  • Theatrical agent for J.T. Early

• ENSEMBLE
  • Black, will play chorus roles

• SWING (Male)

• SWING (Female)

Creative Team

• Direction: Latoya Cameron
• Choreography: Natosha Washington
• Music Direction: Jonathan McDonald and Dee Dee Darby Duffin
• Stage Manager: Tahra Veasley