LA auditions for the national tour of Happy Days, the musical 18-55

Fronzie Males, aged 20 to 30 from the United States Cast (Joey Sorge). Future replacement only. Fonzie: Male, 20?s. The king of cool. Sexy, funny, and loaded with charisma, Arthur Fonzarelli must overcome his enormous pride to admit his own vulnerability. Seeking actor who can embody the classic image of the indelible television character created by Henry Winkler, while bringing his own truth and humanity to the role. Low A to high E. Must move very well.

Marion Cunningham Females, aged 35 to 49 from the United States Cast (Cynthia Ferrer). Future replacement only. Marion Cunningham: Female, 40’s. Quintessential mid-Western 1950's mom. Dreams of becoming more than a housewife. Must radiate warmth and have great comedic timing. Seeking actor who can embody the image created by Marion Ross, while bringing her own truth and humanity to the role. Must be a strong singer and must tap.

Richie Cunningham Males, aged 18 to 30 from the United States 20’s plays a high school senior on the brink of graduation. Richie is the All American good guy – warm, earnest and charming he is the narrator of the show and is preparing to leave Milwaukee and see the world as a journalist. He takes the town’s problems seriously and considers it his responsibility to find solutions. He and his best friend Fonzie, have a major falling out and ultimately strengthen their friendship. Must sing very well – high baritone and the lead singer of the “Dial Tones” doo wop group.

Pink Tuscadero Females, aged 25 to 35 from the United States Late 20s to 30s; Fonzie’s love interest, Pinky is a formidable match for him. Think Angelina Jolie meets Courtney Love in 1959. She is confident and hot, with a body to die for. Her tough edge is challenged by Fonzie and ultimately melts away when they reconcile at the end of the show. She does have a softer side underneath the biker babe exterior (somewhat envies the “normal life” that the Cunningham’s lead). Must be a strong singer, low F to D (belt). Must dance well and have major star presence.

Joannie Cunningham Females, aged 18 to 25 from the United States 20’s to play 14-16 yr. old. Lovable and precocious, the young daughter of Cunningham family; has a sexy, youthful innocence. Strong actress. Must have a great pop/belt voice and dance well. Tap a plus.

Arnold Males, aged 44 to 54 from the United States Mid 40’s – mid 50's; comic, character man, member of the Leopard Lodge. This is a man that all of the kids trust, admire and look up to. He’s an adult allowed into their private world (he owns the “hangout”). The storyline revolves around the kids coming together to try to save “Arnold’s” from closing. Must sing. Especially seeking heavier set character actors with a distinctively urban, Italian feel.

Howard Cunningham Males, aged 45 to 50 from the United States 45-50; Ritchie’s dad, the quintessential Midwestern head of household. Must be a warm, charming, character actor with a good character singing voice.

Chachi Arcola Males, aged 18 to 28 from the United States 20’s to play a high school student. Fonzie's younger cousin who idolizes him and tries, sometimes unsuccessfully, to be as cool as THE FONZ. Youngest of Ritchie’s friends; has a crush on Joanie. Sings tenor in “The Dial-tones” doo-wop group and must have strong falsetto falsetto extension. Must move very well. 5’10” OR UNDER preferable. PLEASE POST HEIGHT ON RESUME OR NOTES.

Potsoe Weber Males, aged 18 to 29 from the United States 20’s to play high school student. Ritchie’s friend, not very cool though he tries hard to be. Should be traditionally handsome and a bit square. Sings bass in “The Dial-tones” doo-wop group. Must dance well. Tumble/tricks a plus.

Ralph Malph Males, aged 18 to 29 from the United States 20’s to play high school student. Ritchie's friend, loud mouth, not very bright. The class clown. Sings baritone in “The Dial-tones.” Must move well.

Jumpy Malachi, and others Males, aged 27 to 39 from the United States 30’s; Fonzie’s longtime enemy turned wrestler. As his name suggests, he is physically excitable and constantly in fear of his older brother. Also plays James Dean, a member of Howard’s lodge and a high school student as well. Must be a truly inspired comic actor. Short a plus. Must sing and move well.

Jumpy Malachi, and others Males, aged 27 to 39 from the United States 30’s; Fonzie’s longtime enemy turned wrestler. As his name suggests, he is physically excitable and constantly in fear of his older brother. Also plays James Dean, a member of Howard’s lodge and a high school student as well. Must be a truly inspired comic actor. Short a plus. Must sing and move well.

Count Malachi and others Males, aged 27 to 39 from the United States 30’s; Fonzie’s longtime enemy turned wrestler. Saw “Don Quixote” and has developed a Brooklyn version of a Spanish conquistador impression. Also plays Elvis, a member of Howard’s lodge and a high school bully. Should have large presence (tall or perhaps heavyset) and be a gifted comic actor. Must sing and move well.

Lori Beth Females, aged 18 to 29 from the United States 20's to play high school student. Richie's girlfriend and the All-American girl. Wants to get married as soon as possible. Must sing and dance, tap a plus.

Pinkette Carolina/Paula Females, aged 20 to 34 from the United States 20’s – early 30’s, Strong singer/dancer, tall and sexy. As one of Pinky’s two side kicks, her business manager and psychic advisor, she is hot and sexy. As Paula, she is an All-American high school girl. Must have a great pop sound (high belt) and dance well (tap a plus).

Pinkette Harriet/ Joy Females, aged 20 to 34 from the United States 20’s –early 30’s, strong singer/dancer, tall and sexy. As one of Pinky’s two side kicks and her mechanic, she is hot and sexy. As Joy she is an All-American high school girl. Must have a great pop sound (high belt) and dance well (tap a plus).

Female dancer/singer Females, aged 18 to 29 from the United States 20’s, Good singer, with a versatile pop voice, who dances. Should be able to pull off “cute and sassy” as well as sexy. Shorter is better.

Male dancer/singer Males, aged 18 to 29 from the United States 20’s, Good singer, with a versatile pop voice (including falsetto), who dances well. Tumble/tricks a plus. Should possess a fun and quirky personality. Shorter is better. Will understudy CHACHI, POTSIE, RALPH.

Male swing Females, aged 25 to 35 from the United States 25-35. Must be a versatile, young character actor. Must sing and move very well. Must be able to play a broad range of ages and characters. Will understudy Fonzie, the Malachis, and the male ensemble track.

Female swing Females, aged 18 to 30 from the United States Must be a strong, young singer/dancer to understudy the roles of the Pinkettes and possibly Pinky.

Applications closed 18 August 2008

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