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The tragic, true story of the trial and lynching of a man wrongly accused of murder is brought to theatrical life.

Book by Alfred Uhry

Music and Lyrics by Jason Robert Brown

Co-Conceived and Directed on Broadway by Harold Prince

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Directed by Matt Dranzik

Music Directed by Bobby Weil

 

Based on the true story of the trial and lynching of Leo Frank

Amid religious intolerance, political injustice and racial tension, the stirring Tony Award-winning Parade explores the endurance of love and hope against all the odds. 

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In 1913, Leo Frank, a Brooklyn-raised Jew living in Georgia, is put on trial for the murder of thirteen-year-old Mary Phagan, a factory worker under his employ. Already guilty in the eyes of everyone around him, a sensationalist publisher and a janitor's false testimony seal Leo's fate. His only defenders are a governor with a conscience and, eventually, his assimilated Southern wife who finds the strength and love to become his greatest champion.

 

Daring, innovative and bold, Parade is filled with soaring music and a heart-wrenching story, offering a moral lesson about the dangers of prejudice and ignorance that should not be forgotten. Groups looking for powerful, moving theatrical experiences will need to look no further than this unforgettable show.

 

We are seeking performers ages 16+ for this production.​

WHO
 

We're looking for performers ages 16 +!  All roles are open to performers of all backgrounds and identities unless specifically stated.  We aim to cultivate a diverse and inclusive community both onstage and off.

WHERE
 

All rehearsals and performances will be held at JCC Metrowest: 760 Northfield Ave, West Orange, NJ.

WHAT TO PREPARE
 

Please prepare a song (60 seconds or less) in the style of the show. Make sure to bring clearly marked sheet music in a binder. An accompanist will be provided.

WHEN

 

Auditions :

December 1 and 4

 

Callbacks: 

December 6, 2025 (by invitation) 


Rehearsals:

Mondays through Thursdays between the hours of 5:30-8:30pm and Sundays between the hours of 10:00am-4:00pm beginning January 4, 2026

 

Not everyone will be called for every rehearsal and not everyone will be called for the full duration of each rehearsal.  Some roles may be double cast but all performers will have a minimum of 3 performances. 

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Tech: 
February 8 to 12

Performances:

February 13 to 22

There are no fees to participate in this production.

Role Breakdown

 

All roles are open to performers of all backgrounds and identities unless specifically stated.  We aim to cultivate a diverse and inclusive community both onstage and off. Some actors will play multiple roles. 

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MEN

  • Leo Frank: (Bari-Tenor, Low G-High G) 29-31, lead role. Northern Jewish man who runs the National Pencil Factory and is falsely accused of the rape and murder of Mary Phagan

  • Jim Conley: (Tenor, Low D-High Bb) 20s. African-American janitor who works for Leo at the National Pencil Factory. A drunk and a convicted felon, as well as a master manipulator.

  • Britt Craig: (Tenor, Low D-High A) 20s/30s. Down-on-his-luck newspaperman, whose career is revived by the Leo Frank trial.

  • Tom Watson: (Baritone/Bass) 30s/40s. Conservative politician and publisher, who helps to spur on the witch-hunt for Leo Frank.

  • Frankie Epps: (Tenor, Low Bb-High Ab) Teens. Mary’s friend and love interest.

  • Governor Jack Slaton: (Bari-Tenor, Low C-High G) 30s/40s. Governor of Georgia who pardons Leo Frank.

  • Hugh Dorsey: (Bari-Bass) 30s/40s. Prosecutor in the Leo Frank case, desperate for a conviction.

  • Newt Lee: (Bass, Low Bb-C) 40s/50s. The African-American night watchman at the National Pencil Factory. Finds Mary Phagan’s body.

  • Judge Roan: (Bass, Low Bb-D) 50s/60s. The judge in the Leo Frank Case.

  • Luther Rosser: (Any voice part) 30s/40s/50s. Leo Frank’s lawyer comes off as a blithering idiot.

  • Young Soldier: (Tenor, Low D-High F [High A in falsetto]) Teens/20s. Young confederate soldier.

  • Old Soldier: (Bari-Tenor, Low C-High G) 50s/60s. The old man who was formerly the young confederate soldier.

  • Riley: (Baritone) the 20s. African-American servant.

  • J.N. Starnes: (Any voice part). 20s/30s/40s. A police officer assigned to the case.

  • Officer Ivey: (Any voice part). 20s/30s/40s. The police officer assigned to the case.

  • Prison Guard: (Any voice part). 20s/30s/40s. Guards Leo Frank’s cell in Fulton.

  • Mr. Peavy: (Any voice part). 20s/30s/40s. Guards Leo Frank’s cell in Milledgeville.

  • Ensemble: (Any voice part)

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WOMEN

  • Lucille Frank: (Mezzo, Low A-D) the 20s. Leo’s wife.

  • Mary Phagan: (Mezzo, D-D) 14. The young girl who is killed at the National Pencil Factory.

  • Mrs. Phagan: (Mezzo, G-Eb) 30s/40s. Mary’s mother.

  • Iola Stover: (Soprano, D-F) Teens. Friend of Mary and Frankie, who testifies against Frank.

  • Monteen: (Mezzo, Eb-Eb) Teens. Friend of Mary and Frankie, who testifies against Frank.

  • Essie: (Mezzo, Eb-Eb) Teens. Friend of Mary and Frankie, who testifies against Frank.

  • Minola (Minnie) Mcknight (Mezzo Eb-G): 20+. The Franks’ devoted and innocent African American housemaid.

  • Angela: (Mezzo) the 20s. African-American servant.

  • Sally Slaton: (Any voice part) 20s/30s. Wife of Governor Slaton.

  • Ensemble: (Any voice part)

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