12/01/2026
The Tivoli Players present a production of the classic American Tribal Love-Rock Musical HAIR, keeping true to the original 60s spirit while adding in a punk-rock-ish flair and contemporary use of visuals and intent. Using vibrant modern-day renditions of some of the familiar tokens of the times: tie-dye, psychedelic projections, outrageous hair, while adding in a present-day flair. We are now firmly planted in The Aquarian Age, a 2200-year cycle which promotes environmental protection, community support, unique expressions of love and personality, scientific and technological advancement and the idea that we must look out for the world as a whole, not just for personal progress. The tribe unites! https://www.gryphonpictures.com/hair
Rehearsals begin at the tail end of April 2026 in The Hudson Valley. There will also be a few publicity events beforehand. The show opens July 9, 2026 and runs for three weeks with a total of 12 performances at The Byrdcliffe Theater in Woodstock NY. There is a possibility we will take the show to NYC! Casting 12 players locally and four-six talented performers from NYC (providing lodging, transportation and pay). Also seeking four musicians who play the score as part of the tribe on stage (or from the immediate sidelines).
AUDITIONS WILL TAKE PLACE IN THE FIRST HALF OF FEBRUARY.
THERE WILL BE CASTING SESSIONS IN BOTH WOODSTOCK AND NYC.
Please submit your headshot and resume: [email protected]
We will reach out with more info and to set up an appointment.
A song from HAIR and a dancing sample will be requested.
For musicians: A tune or two from the show.
There will be 2-3 days off a week for the first 5-6 weeks of rehearsal. The final 2-3 weeks of rehearsal (tech week plus) will be full-time. During the run all cast will have Monday and Tuesday off. A stipend is offered ranging from $500-2000 depending on the role and the actor's location.
Famously, there is a n**e scene in Hair, but it is not required that you be naked to participate. It is a matter of choice. Do Note: There is a lot of physical contact amidst The Hippie Tribe as befits the time-period and subject matter. However, you will not be asked to do anything that makes you uncomfortable. Many references to drug use, sexuality, race and politics are depicted in the play and music. Look over the show's song lyrics before submitting. Much of the material has a tongue-in-cheek humor, meant to provoke the status quo, encouraging awareness and change.
ALL LEADS AND SUPPORTING CAST:
REQUIRED SKILLS:
DANCE: Modern, Contemporary, Freestyle Improvisation, Street Dance VOCALS: Harmonization, Folk, Pop Rock
THE TRIBE ENSEMBLE:
EXPERT DANCERS (who don't need to be expert singers)
EXPERT SINGERS (who don't need to be expert dancers)
MUSICIANS (who don't need to be expert singers or dancers)
TRIPLE OR QUADRUPLE THREATS MORE THAN WELCOME!
SEEKING ALL ROLES!
BERGER
Lead
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Male
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21-35
Wild, unpredictable. Big Spirit. A lover with a mission. Enjoys being provocative. Pushing people to the edge. Always with a lesson. Mischievous. A tease. Loyal, a good friend. Sexy. Free. Confident. Leo Vibe. Roaring. Purring. Playing. Pouncing! Athletic and graceful. Magnetic and full of punk swagger. Leader of the group.
TENOR
SHEILA
Lead
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Female
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21-30
University Student. Highly Intelligent. Activist. Leader with a fierce soul. She embodies the newly liberated young woman of the 1960s. Head over heels in lust/love with Berger. She speaks her mind with a powerful voice. Strongly feminine. Intelligent and used to being in control, she discovers the vulnerability of her heart as she explores passion in the realm of relationship and worldly justice. Virgo Vibes!
MEZZO SOPRANO/ALTO
CLAUDE
Lead
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Male
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21-35
Thoughtful. Innocent yet awakening. Metamorphosis. Moral Center. Drafted to Fight in the War. Torn between duty and the fresh discovery of spirit and consciousness. Melts under the spirit and genuine enthusiasm of his friends, The Tribe, yet conventional at his core. Wildly in Love with Sheila. A good person. Sign of Cancer, sensitive, shy and moody. Soulful.
TENOR
HUD
Supporting
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Male
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21-35
Powerful. Proud. Fiery. Militant Activist. Clear Communicator. Black Panther Vibe. But Extra-groovy. Focused on Modern Progress in terms of equality, human rights, protecting the weak, taking a stance. He is romantically connected to Jeannie (so is Woof. Which is the father of her child?), yet his main passion is in changing the world. A true Capricorn on a mission. Stubborn. With tinges of a darkly humorous side.
BARITONE
WOOF
Supporting
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Male, Gender-Nonconforming, Non-Binary
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21-30
An androgynous bright spirited elfin charmer. Passionate about plants and the earth and unity! An avid Mick Jagger fan. Swings easily with both women and men. Woof has been sexually involved with many members of The Tribe but is especially attached to Berger and Jeanie. Is he the father of her child? Or is Hud? Darting in and out of everyone's business like a typical Gemini. A flirt. Can be meddlesome but always shines with a true heart full of love.
TENOR
JEANIE
Supporting
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Female
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21-35
Quirky, sweet, and deeply empathetic. Pregnant. Nurturing. Non-judgmental and accepting. Eccentric. Colorful. Cute. Supportive. Open. Environmentalist. Radiant eyes. Encourages compassion and consciousness. She has been intimately involved with both Woof and Hud. Which is the father? Now she has a bit of crush on Claude. Born under the mystical sign of Pisces.
ALTO
DIONNE
Supporting
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Female
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21-35
A vivacious and free-thinking African American woman with a strong, joyous presence. She is a core member of the group’s protest activities. Mystical and Mighty! She tells it like it is. The person you go to with your problems to hear both a psychic revelation and a down-to-earth solution. Big laugh. A powerful courageous woman who isn't afraid to be optimistic. Our True Aquarian.
SOPRANO/ MEZZO SOPRANO
CRISSY
Supporting
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Female
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18-25
Sweet, innocent, and the youngest of The Tribe. A real flower child. In love with a Harley Davidson dude. Hugs for everyone. Floaty and ethereal with an endearing calming spirit of naivete. Under all that guile and spaciness is a very strong sense of belonging and purpose. She is extremely confident in knowing exactly who she is. And can march with the best of 'em. Libra power!
SOPRANO/MEZZO SOPRANO
THE TRIBE PERFORMERS!
Chorus / Ensemble
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All Genders
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18-70
The Tribe is the heartbeat of HAIR. They are a huge focus in the show and essential to its pulse. These performers will range from fabulous five-star dancers to over-the-top talented vocalists to unique shining actors who dabble in both. The Tribe is a posse of incredible vibrant characters. This intimately communal group must be able to move and harmonize. Wild hippies, ferocious punk rockers, deadheads, disco ravers, psychedelic trippers, speedy moshers, wild colorful butterflies, astrology wizards, yoga dancers, health nuts, glowing tie-dye prancers, fierce warrior stompers and flowing floating fairies. These roles require energy. They do a LOT! If you are a stellar dancer but don't sing or an intoxicating singer but not much in terms of dancing: SUBMIT! I will cast 3-4 tribe members who are experts in either DANCE or SONG. And 7-8 group players who can both sing and dance well. But everyone needs to be able to ACT! We will have so much fun bringing these beings to life!
THE TRIBE MUSICIANS!
Chorus / Ensemble
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All Genders
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18-100
For this production of HAIR the aim is to have the musicians play Galt MacDermot's fabulous score and be on stage as characters in The Tribe! The primary role for this musical team will be to learn the accompaniment by heart (if possible, if not they will be on the sidelines with the score, perhaps we can alternate between the two notions). These treasured gifted musicians will take on roles while also providing the essential music and backbone for the show. This is quite a daunting feat, but it is our dream. These talented musicians will create intriguing characters along the way with the entire cast. Just like the Tribe Performers they will become various varied personas. All ages welcome! Also, important that the musicians can harmonize sweetly and are fluid enough to be able to move with the beats and follow minor choreographed steps. Quite an ask I know! If you have even a remote thought of this being possible (and exciting) please submit!
HERE COMES THE TRIBE!
LOVE, PEACE AND GROOVINESS!
WILLO HAUSMAN - Director
[email protected]
https://www.gryphonpictures.com/
