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Is your dog a star? The new musical production Doris Day – So much more than the girl next door which commences at the Lyric Theatre, The Star on 3 November, is seeking to cast two Sydney based dogs to be "underdogs" for the upcoming production.
 The producers of DORIS are inviting dogs of all breeds to an open audition on Wednesday 2 November at 11:00am in the foyer of the Lyric Theatre to be tested for suitablity – no previous stage experience necessary, but ability to walk on stage, jump on a chaise lounge and be sung to, is essential. The dogs must be obedient, professional, take direction well and be able to smile at the audience.
This canine casting call is necessary as Melinda Schneider, who sings nearly 20 Doris Day tunes in the show, will use her own dogs but has asked the producers to have "underdogs" on standby just in case her dogs are unable to do every performance.
Melinda says "my two gorgeous doggies are 13 year old litter sisters called Rosie and Daisy who I've had since they were puppies. I call the 'the girls'. They have very different personalities – Daisy is highly strung, wiry & a great jumper, whereas Rosie is a typical Labrador and loves her food. They did the Brisbane performance of DORIS in May but, I worry about them being able to do all the Sydney shows because of their age, so I suggested to the team that we have a look at recruiting a couple of standby doggies...just in case, they need a night off."
Melinda herself will be choosing the lucky dog who will accompany her on stage each night. This is a non-equity call and all dogs must be leashed and accompanied by their owners to be presented to Melinda at 11am on Wednesday 2 November.
Shamelessly, doggie treats will be offered as incentives to perform at these auditions.
MELINDA SCHNEIDER in
DORIS DAY – SO MUCH MORE THAN THE GIRL NEXT DOOR
Featuring Rohan Browne and Sam Ludeman
Written by Melinda Schneider & David Mitchell; Directed by Tom Healey
Starring Melinda Schneider, DORIS is a celebration of the life and times of one of the most incredible singers, actors and entertainers ever to grace the stage.
Doris Day was much more than the girl next door. She was America's sweetheart, the number one box office attraction of all time, and Hollywood Royalty. However all Doris Day wanted was to have a loving husband, stay at home and raise a family. With a unique blend of song and dance, and a wardrobe that is a nod to the high fashion trends, Melinda Schneider will perform with the Regal Theatre Showband – an 8 piece orchestra – in a two hour plus extravaganza!
LYRIC THEATRE, THE STAR 3 – 13 November
Bookings: Ticketmaster 1300 795 267 or ticketmaster.com.au
Website: dorisday.com.au
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