Elijah Audition Material - Dutchman Hospitality

Follow the journey of the incredible Elijah as he stands against King Ahab and Queen Jezebel, the most wicked rulers of Israel. From the miraculous provision with a widow to the fiery proclamation of Mount Carmel, Elijah leads people from all walks of life towards the One True God and the coming Savior promised to us all. Experience the story of an ordinary man climbing mountains of great faith to become God’s Prophet of Fire.

Actors:

– Prepare one vocal part from the Angel Chorus selection

– Prepare one other song below to sing solo

– Be ready to read the attached sides

Women (High Voices)

Mara – A Scrap of Hope (Alto)

Jezebel – By This Time Tomorrow (Mezzo)

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Tirza – Fire From Heaven (Soprano)

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Men (Low Voices)

Elisha – Strong Right Arm (Tenor)

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Elijah – To Hear Your Voice Again (Baritone)

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All Actors

Angels – Opening (Prepare one vocal part)

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Character Descriptions and Vocal Ranges

Elijah(M) Baritone/Tenor B2-F#4(G4): A prophet of Yahweh. Always in danger and on the run, he thinks he must fight each battle on his own. Prominent in 9 songs.

Jezebel(F) Mezzo G3-D5: The queen of Israel from the Baalist nation Sidon. She is preoccupied with beauty, and rules the kingdom with an iron fist. Prominent in 7 songs.

Ahab(M) Baritone B2-F4: The wickedest king of Israel. He fancies himself a strong king, but he has a certain petulance and immaturity as well. His wife is truly in control.Prominent in 5 songs.

Elisha(M) Tenor F3-G4: Elijah’s successor and a worker in Naboth’s vineyard. An enthusiastic young man who feels he’s called by God to help Elijah. Prominent in 9 songs.

Obadiah(M) Baritone D3-F#4: The head servant to King Ahab. A fearful man, but one who will do what he must when the going gets tough. Hides the Yahwist prophets from Jezebel.Prominent in 4 songs.

Naboth(M) Baritone D3-F4: The owner of a vineyard in the capital city of Jezreel. A jovial and faithful man. He gives of himself to provide for his workers.Prominent in 2 songs.

Mara(F) Mezzo G3-D5: A widow in Zarephath of Sidon. She is converted to Yahweh after a fateful encounter with Elijah where her food is multiplied and her son raised from the dead.Prominent in 5 songs.

Chaim “Ky” (pronounced KAI-yim) (M) Tenor G3-G4: Mara’s son. A young boy who is enthusiastic about Elijah and his ways. Prominent in 2 songs.

Jehu(M) Baritone D3-D4: Captain of King Ahab’s Guard. He is anointed to be king of Israel and leads the revolution that brings about the end of the House of Ahab.Prominent in 1 song.

Joram(M): Prince of Israel and an unnecessarily cruel individual. Has a deep hatred for Yahwists and a deeper desire to please his father. No Solo Singing.

Lilith (F) Alto G3-B4: The High Priestess of Baal. Snakelike and almost otherworldly in her presence.Prominent in 3 songs.

Malachi(M) Baritone B2-E4(F#4):A fun-loving and playful prophet saved by Obadiah. Brother to Tirza. Prominent in 2 songs.

Tirza(F) Soprano A3-E5:A passionate and hopeful prophet saved by Obadiah. Sister to Malachi.Prominent in 2 songs.

Rivka(F) Mezzo D4-D5:Naboth’s Wife, a no-nonsense farmer who runs the vineyard at her husband’s side.Prominent in 2 songs.

Jaakobah(M): One of the men who turn on Naboth. A discontented worker, he takes the first shot he can at Naboth.No solo singing.

Ziddim(M): One of the men who turn on Naboth. He is reluctant because Naboth has shown him kindness.No solo singing.

Bethany(F) Alto A4-C5: A worker in Naboth’s vineyard and Elisha’s straight-laced sister.Prominent in 1 song.

Sera(F) Alto F4-B4:A worker in Naboth’s vineyard and Elisha’s caring and faithful mother.Prominent in 1 song.

Voice of God(M):The still, small voice of the Lord, speaking to Elijah and guiding him through his journey.No solo singing.

Angel Chorus(2M, 2W): A chorus of four angels whose voices as one herald God’s messages to Elijah and others. Prominent in 10 songs

Acting Sides

Actors may be asked to read selections from the script as part of their callback. Click below if you’d like to read them in advance.

Sides