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Broadway’s Motown The Musical Holds Open Auditions

Hundreds of talented actors and singers lined 45th Street for their chance in the spotlight.

New York City

September 17, 2013

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The line started in front of the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on 45th Street.
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Potential auditioners lined 45th Street and snaked down to the middle of 8th Avenue.
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Casting director extraordinaires Bernard Telsey and Bethany Knox were on hand to check out the talent.<br />(© David Gordon)” title=”Casting director extraordinaires Bernard Telsey and Bethany Knox were on hand to check out the talent.<br />(© David Gordon)”/>
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Casting director extraordinaires Bernard Telsey and Bethany Knox were on hand to check out the talent.
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A young woman sings her heart out.
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These potential Broadway stars share their excitement.
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Hundreds of prospective Broadway stars lined 45th Street through 8th Avenue on Friday, September 13, for their chance to audition for roles in Motown The Musical at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. The open auditions sought male and female singers to take on iconic roles including Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, and more.

Click here to read TheaterMania’s tips on auditioning for musicals.

Click here for more information and tickets to Motown The Musical.