HLOC announces auditions for its Spring musical, Kurt Vonnegut’s God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater, to be held Saturday November 29 from 11am–1pm and Saturday December 6 from 3pm–5pm at The SPACE in Arcata, CA.

Based on Kurt Vonnegut’s 1965 novel of the same name, Howard Ashman and Alan Menken’s 1979 musical pays homage to Vonnegut’s post-modern satire’s witty humor and energetic dialogue. Rosewater was the first collaboration between Alan Menken and Howard Ashman, and helped establish their careers as one of the most celebrated musical collaborators of the past century. The score is filled with fun and poignant pieces that perfectly enhance Vonnegut’s story.

God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater follows the journey of Eliot Rosewater, heir to the fourteenth largest family fortune in the United States, who can’t seem to shake the feeling that there is more he could do with his life—and his fortune. After a series of misadventures, he finds his social conscience in the impoverished hometown of Rosewater, Indiana—his ancestral home—that has lost all hope and respect. There he finally finds meaning in his life.

This musical theatre piece is a medium size adult ensemble production. The characters are curiously offbeat and relatable. Most cast members will play multiple roles. The production will be mounted at Gist Theater on the Cal Poly Campus in March 2026.

For auditions, please bring a 1–2 minute song and sheet music for the accompanist. The show is written for adult performers.

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