Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat | Other Voices Theatre

August 2026: July 31, Aug 1, 7, 8 at 8pm; Aug 2 and 9 at 2pm

What's What

Save the Dates! Auditions will be held at The Performing Arts Factory on May 4 and 5, 2026; callbacks (if necessary) will take place on May 7th.
Taped Auditions may be submitted until 8pm Eastern on Tuesday May 5th, 2026. Please send any taped submissions to: ArtisticDirector@OtherVoicesTheatre.org.

Please prepare at least 32 bars of an up-tempo piece to showcase your vocal talent. A short dance sequence will be taught so wear or bring clothing you can comfortably move in.

OVT is committed to the practice of inclusive casting of all ethnicities/races, sizes, gender identities, sexual orientations, and disabilities. We are looking for a diverse cast of Male, Female, and Non-Binary presenting adults and children to fill various roles. All Roles are open and available. Please note that Other Voices Theatre is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Community Theatre organization and roles will not be paid.

All Auditions, Rehearsals and Performances will take place at The Performing Arts Factory:
244B South Jefferson Street
Frederick, Maryland

Who's Who

Director: Steph Knapp
Musical Director: Sarah Myers

Narrator – The storyteller, a pop/rock singing voice who is strong on comedy and moves well. They are of modern day, but will adapt to the story as it progresses often guiding the children’s chorus around the stage and throughout the story, Must be comfortable working with Children – Female or Non-Binary Presenting – 30’s-40’s – Mezzo/Soprano, A3-G5, with a Strong Pop Belt

Joseph – The eleventh son of Jacob. His father’s favorite, and the main character of our show. Joseph must have strong vocal presence, Comfort level of performing with torn clothing/no shirt and mild seductive dancing can be discussed with director – Mid to Late 20’s – Male or Non-Binary Presenting – Tenor B2-G4

Jacob – The Patriarch of the family, a bit naïve and can be easily persuaded. He is the Father to Joseph and his Brothers – Elderly 60’s+ preferred but can age with stage techniques – Male Presenting – Baritone D2-B3

Joseph’s Brothers – Joseph has Eleven brothers. Must have good singing voices and ability to move well/dance. This show depends on contrasting characters of various shapes, nationalities, sizes and vocal ranges. – Ages 15- 50, – Male and Non-Binary Presenting

Potiphar – He is your typical, post mid-life crisis real estate Tycoon, He is interested in Money and his wife but takes a soft spot to Joseph – Mid-Life to Older aged, Male Presenting – Mostly Spoken/Baritone

Potiphar’s Wife – Potiphar’s true prized possession, which isn’t always reciprocated. She is a strong dancer. Female presenting, Comfort levels with clothing options, seductive dancing and mild body contact can be discussed with the Director and Choreographer.

Pharaoh – The King of Egypt! Pharaoh is loved and adored by all. Must have strong stage and vocal presence, must be comfortable breaking the 4th wall. Male Presenting Late 30’s Comfort levels with clothing options, seductive dancing and mild body contact can be discussed with the Director and Choreographer. Baritone B2-G4

Brothers Wives – Casting contrasting characters of various shapes, nationalities, sizes and vocal ranges. – Ages 15- 50 – Female and Non-Binary Presenting

Children’s Chorus – Ages 10 – 15 of various shapes, nationalities, gender expression and size. Children will be utilized for choral elements and various supporting roles throughout the production.

Other Voices Theatre is excited to bring the classic Andrew Lloyd Webber musical, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, to life on stage this summer. After having prophetic dreams, Joseph’s jealous brothers sell him into slavery in Egypt where despite all the odds, Joseph’s dreams ultimately come true.

With each Main Stage show, OVT decides to partner with a community organization that is topical to the subject matter in the show. For Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat we will choose a partner soon!