Joseph and the Amazing
Technicolor Dreamcoat
The play opens with the Narrator addressing a class of eager children. She tells the story of Joseph, a young dreamer whose tale comes from the Book of Genesis.
Joseph is one of twelve sons of Jacob, and his father’s favorite. To show his love, Jacob gives him a magnificent multicolored coat. Joseph’s vivid dreams, in which he sees himself ruling over his brothers, only deepen their jealousy. Enraged, they first plot to kill him, but instead sell him to a group of Ishmaelites traveling to Egypt. They return home with his coat stained in goat’s blood, convincing Jacob that Joseph is dead.
In Egypt, Joseph is sold into the household of Potiphar. Through his hard work and honesty, he earns Potiphar’s trust, but when Potiphar’s wife falsely accuses him, Joseph is sent to prison. There, he correctly interprets the dreams of two of Pharaoh’s servants.
When Pharaoh begins having troubling dreams of his own, Joseph is brought before him. He predicts seven years of plenty followed by seven years of famine. Impressed, Pharaoh appoints Joseph to oversee the storage of food for the coming crisis.
When famine strikes, Joseph’s brothers travel from Canaan to Egypt in search of food. They do not recognize him, but he recognizes them. To test their character, he secretly plants a golden cup in Benjamin’s sack. When accused, the brothers defend Benjamin and offer themselves in his place.
Seeing they have changed, Joseph reveals his identity. In a joyful reunion, he forgives his brothers and brings his father to Egypt, restoring his family at last.
Performance Dates
March 2027
Joseph is one of twelve sons of Jacob, and his father’s favorite. To show his love, Jacob gives him a magnificent multicolored coat. Joseph’s vivid dreams, in which he sees himself ruling over his brothers, only deepen their jealousy. Enraged, they first plot to kill him, but instead sell him to a group of Ishmaelites traveling to Egypt. They return home with his coat stained in goat’s blood, convincing Jacob that Joseph is dead.
In Egypt, Joseph is sold into the household of Potiphar. Through his hard work and honesty, he earns Potiphar’s trust, but when Potiphar’s wife falsely accuses him, Joseph is sent to prison. There, he correctly interprets the dreams of two of Pharaoh’s servants.
When Pharaoh begins having troubling dreams of his own, Joseph is brought before him. He predicts seven years of plenty followed by seven years of famine. Impressed, Pharaoh appoints Joseph to oversee the storage of food for the coming crisis.
When famine strikes, Joseph’s brothers travel from Canaan to Egypt in search of food. They do not recognize him, but he recognizes them. To test their character, he secretly plants a golden cup in Benjamin’s sack. When accused, the brothers defend Benjamin and offer themselves in his place.
Seeing they have changed, Joseph reveals his identity. In a joyful reunion, he forgives his brothers and brings his father to Egypt, restoring his family at last.
Performance Dates
March 2027
The Characters
Audition materials coming soon!
NARRATOR (Adult Female)
The Narrator serves as the storyteller, guiding the audience through Joseph’s journey. She should be a confident performer with strong vocal ability and the presence to engage both the children on stage and the audience.
Vocal Range: Low F# to High G
JOSEPH (Male Lead, Stage Age: 18–40)
Joseph begins as a confident, somewhat naïve teenager and grows into a humble, compassionate leader. This role requires a strong singer and actor who can show clear character development throughout the show.
Vocal Range: Low A to High G
JACOB (Stage Age: 50+)
Jacob is the father of Joseph and his eleven brothers. His favoritism toward Joseph creates tension within the family. This role requires a solid actor with the ability to sing and move comfortably. Also part of the men’s ensemble.
Vocal Range: Low A to C
PHARAOH (Stage Age: 18–40)
The powerful and charismatic ruler of Egypt. This role is performed in an Elvis-inspired style, especially in “Song of the King.” Requires a strong singer, confident actor, and performer comfortable with stylized movement.
Vocal Range: Low B to High G#
POTIPHAR (Stage Age: 40+)
A wealthy and indulgent Egyptian official. Strong acting is essential, along with confident singing or speak-singing. May double as a member of the brothers/ensemble.
MRS. POTIPHAR (Stage Age: 30+)
A bold, confident woman who pursues what she wants. This role requires a strong mover/dancer who is comfortable performing with confidence and stage presence. May also be part of the women’s ensemble.
BUTLER & BAKER (Any Gender)
Servants to the Pharaoh. Both roles require good singers with strong character work. May also be part of the ensemble.
WIVES / ENSEMBLE (Approx. 11 roles; Grades 7-12)
Includes wives, mothers, handmaidens, and featured dancers. Strong ensemble performers who can sing and move well.
JOSEPH’S BROTHERS (11 roles, Stage Ages: 16–30s)
Reuben, Simeon, Levi, Naphtali, Issachar, Asher, Dan, Zebulun, Gad, Benjamin, and Judah.
Joseph’s brothers are jealous of his favored status and act together to remove him. These roles require strong singers who can also act and move well. Some may double in other roles. Casting is open to all students.
CHILDREN’S CHORUS (Grades 4-6)
Ensemble roles for younger performers. Primarily singing with some simple movement.
The Narrator serves as the storyteller, guiding the audience through Joseph’s journey. She should be a confident performer with strong vocal ability and the presence to engage both the children on stage and the audience.
Vocal Range: Low F# to High G
JOSEPH (Male Lead, Stage Age: 18–40)
Joseph begins as a confident, somewhat naïve teenager and grows into a humble, compassionate leader. This role requires a strong singer and actor who can show clear character development throughout the show.
Vocal Range: Low A to High G
JACOB (Stage Age: 50+)
Jacob is the father of Joseph and his eleven brothers. His favoritism toward Joseph creates tension within the family. This role requires a solid actor with the ability to sing and move comfortably. Also part of the men’s ensemble.
Vocal Range: Low A to C
PHARAOH (Stage Age: 18–40)
The powerful and charismatic ruler of Egypt. This role is performed in an Elvis-inspired style, especially in “Song of the King.” Requires a strong singer, confident actor, and performer comfortable with stylized movement.
Vocal Range: Low B to High G#
POTIPHAR (Stage Age: 40+)
A wealthy and indulgent Egyptian official. Strong acting is essential, along with confident singing or speak-singing. May double as a member of the brothers/ensemble.
MRS. POTIPHAR (Stage Age: 30+)
A bold, confident woman who pursues what she wants. This role requires a strong mover/dancer who is comfortable performing with confidence and stage presence. May also be part of the women’s ensemble.
BUTLER & BAKER (Any Gender)
Servants to the Pharaoh. Both roles require good singers with strong character work. May also be part of the ensemble.
WIVES / ENSEMBLE (Approx. 11 roles; Grades 7-12)
Includes wives, mothers, handmaidens, and featured dancers. Strong ensemble performers who can sing and move well.
JOSEPH’S BROTHERS (11 roles, Stage Ages: 16–30s)
Reuben, Simeon, Levi, Naphtali, Issachar, Asher, Dan, Zebulun, Gad, Benjamin, and Judah.
Joseph’s brothers are jealous of his favored status and act together to remove him. These roles require strong singers who can also act and move well. Some may double in other roles. Casting is open to all students.
- REUBEN – “One More Angel in Heaven” (Low B to High F)
- SIMEON – “Those Canaan Days” (C to High Eb)
- JUDAH – “Benjamin Calypso” (F to High F)
CHILDREN’S CHORUS (Grades 4-6)
Ensemble roles for younger performers. Primarily singing with some simple movement.