May 1-4 & 7-10, 2025
Based on the hit DreamWorks film, this splashy spectacle follows the high-flying adventures of a globetrotting con artist
Catch Me If You Can
Directed by Hailey Tolman
Produced by Mark Belton
Book by Terrence McNally
Score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman
Performances: May 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 2025
at the Numerica Performing Arts Center
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. Nominated for four Tony awards, including Best Musical, this delightfully entertaining show was created by a Tony Award-winning "dream team," with a book by Terrence McNally (The Full Monty, Ragtime) and a swinging score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray).
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, though, Carl pursues Frank across the country to make him pay for his crimes.
AUDITIONS
Music Theatre of Wenatchee is excited to announce the auditions for the 2025 Apple Blossom Musical, Catch Me If You Can!
Auditions will be held Monday, January 6th starting at 6:30 PM at the Numerica PAC. Callbacks will be Tuesday, January 7th at 6:30 PM at the Riverside Playhouse.
The audition will consist of selected music (see below), cold readings from the script, and a dance combination. Please prepare and dress accordingly.
If you are unable to attend Monday’s audition, or have any questions, please contact the director at catchwenatcheeifyoucan@gmail.com to make virtual arrangements by Friday, January 3rd.
If cast, a full show read through will be held Monday, January 13th at 6:30 PM at the Numerica PAC. A rehearsal schedule will be provided at that time.
View audition music and associated tracks here
Please fill out the audition form here
Available roles include:
Frank Abagnale, Jr (Preferred Age 18-30): A handsome and youthful con artist; grew up learning to disappear into another skin to avoid his problems; eventually falls in love with Brenda and desperately tries to change his ways.
Brenda Strong (Preferred Age 18-30): A hard-working young nurse, and initially insecure, she meets Frank Jr. and comes to trust him, but his true identity clouds her feelings.
Carl Hanratty (Preferred Age 40-60): An FBI agent leading the investigation and search for Frank Jr.; a knowledgeable but frantic workaholic who idolizes the moment he catches his perp.
Carol Strong (Preferred Age 45-65): Brenda's mother; talkative and boisterous.
Frank Abagnale, Sr. (Preferred Age 45-65): Frank Jr.'s father; an inspiration when it comes to swindling; upbeat, suave and fast-talking.
Paula Abagnale (Preferred Age 45-65): Frank Jr.'s mother; 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.
Roger Strong (Preferred Age 45-65): Brenda's father; stern and interrogatory, but reveals himself to be deeply romantic.
Agents Cod, Branton and Dollar (Various Ages) : The bumbling FBI agents working with Carl.
Ensemble (Various Ages) : Strong singing/dancing ensemble to play a large number of additional supporting roles including: Stewardesses, Commuters, Assistants, Pilots, FBI Agents, Party-goers, Showgirls, Doctors, Nurses, and Interns. Please note that all ensemble characters will also have dialogue.
CAST
