Audition Information:

Catch Me If You Can, The Musical

 Book by Terrence McNally and a Swing Score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman

Director/Choreographer: Holt Kirkindoll

 Assistant Director: Baylee Donnell

 Music Director: Logan Stewart

Audition Dates: October 25th and October 26th @ 6:30

Callbacks, if needed, on October 27th @ 6:30

Thank you so much for your interest in the Arts Center of Cannon County's production of Catch Me If You Can! 

Our show dates are Friday, January 22 - Saturday, February 6, 2027. Our rehearsals will begin in November so that we have ample time to perfect our show as the holiday season approaches. You will see a section on the Audition Form Link to list conflict dates - please list any and all you may have or possibly have (even if not confirmed). This will assist us in making the best schedule for all involved. 

Tech week is Sunday January 17th - Thursday January 21st.
There can be no conflicts for tech week or performances.

Read through will be Sunday, November 1st.

Rehearsals are expected to be on Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Please note that this is subject to change when cast conflicts have been considered.

Audition Details (Ages 18 and up): 

At the audition you can expect to:

• Sing your prepared 16-32 bars of a jazz or sixties style pop song. There will be no accompanist available for auditions, so please bring a track. (Your song of choice can be from a musical but it is not required.)
• Learn and perform a dance call (please bring or wear appropriate clothing and shoes).
• List any schedule conflicts that may occur during the rehearsal timeframe.
• Please list ALL conflicts for November 2026 - February 2027. This will be requested in the audition form.

Video Auditions:

All audition information posted applies to video auditions submitted to the production team. If you choose to submit a video recording, it MUST be submitted before 6:30 PM on October 25th. All those who audition via video will have a required dance audition as well, which can be submitted via video. All video dance auditions MUST be returned to the production team (upon receiving the dance cut) within 24 hours, by 6:30 PM on October 26th. If you have any questions, please email catchmeifyoucanaccc@gmail.com.

Plot: 

Based on the hit film and the incredible true story, Catch Me If You Can is the high-flying musical comedy about chasing your dreams and not getting caught. Seeking fame and fortune, precocious teenager, Frank Abagnale, Jr., runs away from home to begin an unforgettable adventure. With nothing more than his boyish charm, a big imagination and millions of dollars in forged checks, Frank successfully poses as a pilot, a doctor and a lawyer – living the high life and winning the girl of his dreams. When Frank's lies catch the attention of FBI agent, Carl Hanratty, Carl pursues Frank across the country to make him pay for his crimes. Catch Me If You Can is a big and bright spectacle with high-energy dance numbers and a riveting story.

The music of Catch Me If You Can is a jazzy, high-energy, 1960s-style big-band and pop score created by composer Marc Shaiman and lyricist Scott Wittman.

Characters:

Frank Abagnale, Jr.
Our story's conniving protagonist, he is a handsome and youthful con artist. Grew up learning to disappear into another skin to avoid his problems. He eventually falls in love with Brenda and desperately tries to change his ways.
Gender: male
Age: 20 to 30
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: G2

Carl Hanratty
An FBI agent leading the investigation and search for Frank Jr. A knowledgeable and habitual workaholic who idolizes the moment he catches his perp. Lives a private life of loneliness and depression.
Gender: male
Age: 35 to 45
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: G2

Frank Abagnale, Sr.
Frank Jr.'s father. He is an inspiration when it comes to swindling. Upbeat and fast-talking, he undergoes a series of progressive failures that leaves him a miserable drunk.
Gender: male
Age: 45 to 65
Vocal range top: G#4
Vocal range bottom: F2

Paula Abagnale
Frank Jr.'s gorgeous mother. She met Frank Sr. in France, during the war, but has fallen out of love. Caring and loving, with an underlying resentment toward her husband and son.
Gender: female
Age: 40 to 60
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: A3

Brenda Strong
A young nurse and Frank Jr.'s eventual love interest. Hard-working and initially insecure, she meets Frank Jr. after running away from a wedding. Comes to trust him but his true identity clouds her feelings.
Gender: female
Age: 20 to 30
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: G3

Ensemble Tracks

Audition Contact:

Please feel free to contact Holt Kirkindoll with any additional questions or if you are unable to attend auditions/callbacks.

You may do so by emailing catchmeifyoucanaccc@gmail.com.

Please reach out to catchmeifyoucanaccc@gmail.com if you have any questions. See you at auditions!