

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Audition: Groundhog Day The Musical
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Up In One Productions

Groundhog Day The Musical
Book by Danny Rubin, Music &amp; Lyrics by Tim Minchin

AUDITIONS

Saturday, May 16th @ 1:00 pm
Sunday, May 17th @ 7:00 pm
Callbacks: (by invitation only) Tuesday, May 19th @ 7:00pm

Producers: Diana di Grandi &amp; Peter Risafi
Director: Duane Joseph Olson
Music Directors: Paul &amp; JoAnne Schubert
Choreographer: Maria Coppola
Stage Manager: Liz Corey

OVERVIEW

Critically acclaimed on both Broadway and the West End, Groundhog Day is inspired by the hilarious film starring Bill Murray, and features a book by original co-screenwriter Danny Rubin and music and lyrics by Tony Award nominee Tim Minchin (Matilda the Musical).

The cheery townsfolk of Puxatawny, PA are ready for their favorite Groundhog to predict an early spring. After disdainfully covering the rodent's negative forecast, Phil Connors, a seasoned, big-city weatherman, awakens the next day only to discover it's February 2 again. And again. And again. Will Phil accept that he is doomed to repeat the same day over and over? Or will he find the courage to change himself and his fate? Nominated for seven Tony Awards and eight Olivier awards in 2017.

Please be aware: While the stage version of Groundhog Day is comedic, it also deals with serious topics such as morality, immortality, sex, and self-harm. Seeking: non – equity actors, singers, dancers (aged 18+) All ethnicities, gender expressions, cultural heritage / background and body types are encouraged to audition.

Casting will be approached with no regard to an actor’s gender expression, race, or ethnicity. Women, persons of color, and LGBTQ+ individuals are strongly encouraged to audition. We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of our work.

AUDITION DATES:
Saturday, May 16th @ 1:00 pm; Sunday, May 17th @ 7:00 pm (attend only one date). No appointments necessary. Will audition in order of arrival.

Callbacks: (by invitation only) Tuesday, May 19th @ 7:00pm

LOCATION: The CENTER for Performing Arts, 661 Route 308, Rhinebeck, NY 12572

Auditions will take place downstairs

Rehearsals begin May 31st (see schedule in in link below)

PERFORMANCE DATES: Aug. 14th – Sept. 6th, 2026, Fridays at 7:30 PM, Saturdays &amp; Sundays at 2:30 PM for a total of 12 performances.



Prepare:

Acting: a one-minute comedic, contemporary monologue.

Vocal: a 30–60 second contemporary musical theatre song (or 16-32 measures) that showcases your acting ability and comedic timing, ideally in the style of the show (may be from the show). If not from the show, bring sheet music in the correct key for the accompanist. Have your sheet music printed, in a binder, and clearly marked with starting and stopping points.

Dance/Movement audition will take place at callbacks only and may include some tap.

BE PREPARED TO LIST YOUR CONFLICTS. We cannot cast those with multiple conflicts, or conflicts during tech week through performance dates. General rehearsal and Performance Calendar link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1d4w1mMOXBuYA9Hry6xkzsCBxYTUYDvAy/view?usp=sharing

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN

Phil Conners: Over it and everybody, a burned-out TV weatherman, resentful, self-centered, charismatic and careless, but slowly evolves into a warm, genuine hero over the course of his curse. Age: 35-45 Vocal Range Top: B4, bottom: F#2

Rita Hanson: An (Associate) TV producer who has worked with Phil once before (although he doesn’t remember). She is professional, down to earth and kind. She knows what she wants, and knows what she does not want even more. Age: 30-40 Vocal range top: E5, bottom: F#3

Ned Ryerson: Ned “Needle-nose” “Ned the Head” Ryerson, an old friend of Phil Connor’s from high school. A comedic, fast-talking, life insurance salesman who crosses paths with Phil every morning. A nerd, but a genuine soul. Age: 30-45 Vocal range top: F4, bottom: Ab2

Larry: TV Cameraman, constantly disrespected by Phil. Slightly naive. Nice guy but easily walked all over. Vocal range top: B4, bottom: F#2

Nancy Taylor: Attractive woman who is objectified. She is self-aware and has surrendered to her never-changing lot in life as the “pretty one”. Opens up Act 2 with an extremely self-aware, powerful, fatalistic song, “Playing Nancy”. Age: 20 – 30. Vocal range top: B4, bottom: F#3

Mrs. Lancaster: A chipper, older, bed and breakfast owner with a huge smile and broken coffee maker. Vocal range top: F4, bottom: A3

Ralph &amp; Gus: Two hick Punxsutawney Townies who hang out at the local dive bar, aside from shooting cans in a field somewhere and sleeping in every day. Gender: Male Vocal range top: C#5, bottom: G3

Buster: Upbeat and offbeat ‘Town Elder’ who oversees Punxsutawney Phil’s annual prediction. Leads the parade and takes care of the famed groundhog. Character actor. Gender: Male, Vocal range top: Bb3, bottom: E3

Doris: Diner waitress. Is a terrible singer until Phil cures her tone-deafness.

The Piano Teacher: A kind woman who tutors piano from her home. She gives Phil lessons every day. Has a hidden powerful voice.


Ensemble Roles include: Townspeople, Director, Jeff, Groundhog Costume Guy, Ticket Man, Sheriff, Deputy, Nurse, Guy in Hallway, Piano Teacher, Scientologist, Healer, The Elderly Homeless Man, various medical “Professionals”

This show features a very tight &amp; active ensemble of character actors. The only two people who don’t play more than one part are Phil and Rita; everyone else will be portraying multiple character roles. Actors with strong character chops are encouraged to audition.

For further information, please contact upinoneprod@gmail.com
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## Event venue details

- **city**: Rhinebeck
- **state**: NY
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 661 Route 308, Rhinebeck, NY, United States, New York 12572
- **lat**: 41.94412
- **long**: -73.85971
- **full address**: 661 Route 308, Rhinebeck, NY, United States, New York 12572

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00)
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  - **A:** 661 Route 308, Rhinebeck, NY, United States, New York 12572
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