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Equity Actor/Singers Audition For Theatre's 2023 Season

New York, NY, United States
ID: 215268Exp: 2/3/2023
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Casting Equity actors for roles in Theatre's 2023 season shows. Please see the breakdown below. Rate: LOA LOA ref LORT (Salary Pending Approval - pay above minimum) Additional info: Auditions break: 1:00 - 2:00pm Callbacks will be held on Saturday, February 4 at a different location. EPA Procedures are in effect for this audition. An Equity Monitor will be provided. Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition. Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions. They encourage actors of all ethnicities, gender identities, ages, and performers with disabilities to audition. Theatre requires all employees to show proof of full vaccination as a condition of employment. They are committed to ensuring a safe experience for all involved parties. A safety plan will be in place and the production will comply with state, local, and union guidelines and safety practices. All safety protocols are strictly followed. Theatre is committed and supports the full spectrum of identities for performing artists. PREPARATION: Please prepare one of the following: 1. A very brief cut of a song in the style of the show AND a monologue / 2. A brief cut in the style of the show / 3. Two contrasting monologues. Please bring your music in your preferred key and clearly marked. Equity encourages everyone participating in the auditions to wear a two-ply cloth face mask, surgical mask, singer’s mask or respirator (N95, KN95 or KF94). Single-ply face masks, gaiters and bandanas are not recommended. Equity encourages members to prepare for their audition prior to arriving at the audition venue, to the extent that they can (e.g., get dressed, hair/make-up, etc.) to avoid crowding in bathrooms and dressing rooms. Holding/Audition room information: The audition room (Studio B) can accommodate no more than 28 individuals at a time. The holding room can accommodate no more than 40 individuals at a time. "Alabama Story" First Rehearsal: April 25, 2023 Open: May 12, 2023 Close: May 21, 2023 "Forever Plaid" First Rehearsal: May 30, 2023 Open: June 16, 2023 Close: June 25, 2023 Highly encouraging all races and ethnicities to audition. "Next To Normal" First Rehearsal: July 4, 2023 Open: July 21, 2023 Close: July 30, 2023 Highly encouraging all races and ethnicities to audition. "Steel Magnolias" First Rehearsal: August 15, 2023 Open: September 1, 2023 Close: September 9, 2023 Possible Extension: September 14 to September 16, 2023 Highly encouraging all races and ethnicities to audition. "Frankenstein" First Rehearsal: September 26, 2023 Open: October 13, 2023 Close: October 28, 2023 Highly encouraging all races and ethnicities to submit. "A Christmas Carol" First Rehearsal: November 7, 2023 Run-Out Performances: November 25 to December 3, 2023 Open at GVT: December 8, 2023 Close: December 16, 2023

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Garth Williams and OthersBoth genders50-56 y.o.White / Caucasian

(male identifying) a well-known writer and illustrator from the East Coast. Also assumes the roles of aged, sickly Alabama State Representative Bobby Crone, sincere Montgomery newspaper reporter Herschel Webb, fiery segregationist columnist Henry Branch, a folky Radio Announcer, and two silent white passersby. "Alabama Story"

Lily WhitfieldBoth genders30-34 y.o.White / Caucasian

(32, female identifying) a woman from a small-town Alabama privilege. Genteel Alabama accent. Politically unversed, she is the product of (and enjoys the benefits of) a racist system and has not questioned it. "Alabama Story"

Joshua MooreBoth genders30-34 y.o.African-American

(32, male identifying) upwardly mobile middle class man who left Alabama years ago, settling in the north after serving in the Army. Purposely subtle and suppressed Alabama Accent, which becomes more pronounced when agitated. "Alabama Story"

Senator W. HigginsBoth genders50-56 y.o.White / Caucasian

(50ish or more, male identifying) Alabama State Senator. Pronounced Alabama accent. "Alabama Story"

Emily Wheelock ReedBoth genders50-56 y.o.White / Caucasian

(50ish or more, female identifying) a librarian, the State Librarian of Alabama, born in North Carolina and raised in Indiana. No Southern accent. "Alabama Story"

Thomas FranklinBoth genders26-30 y.o.White / Caucasian

(28, male identifying), librarian, Emily's assistant. Pronounced Alabama accent. "Alabama Story"

FrancisBoth genders20-35 y.o.All ethnicities

(Male Identifying) The leader and caretaker of the group. Confident. Asthmatic. He has a great deal of compassion for the music and the group. Romantic crooner and spiritual singer. Vocal range top: B5 Vocal range bottom: F3 "Forever Plaid"

SparkyBoth genders20-35 y.o.All ethnicities

(Male Identifying) The clown of the group, who is shown to have a heart. Very sharp and loves singing his tailor-made solos. Wears a retainer and has a slight speech impediment. Energetic and clever. Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: F3 "Forever Plaid"

JinxBoth genders20-35 y.o.All ethnicities

(Male Identifying) The shy one. He lives his life terrified and doesn't always remember what song comes next. Sparky's step-brother, he occasionally gets a nosebleed when he sings above an A. Vocal range top: C6 Vocal range bottom: F3 "Forever Plaid"

SmudgeBoth genders20-35 y.o.All ethnicities

(Male Identifying) The worrier. He worries about the props, the running order, and always assumes the audience won't like him. Has a chronic nervous stomach and is oddly reluctant to perform. Wears glasses, which hides his good looks and sex appeal. Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: F3 "Forever Plaid"

DianaBoth genders40-45 y.o.All ethnicities

(Female Identifying) Delusional, bipolar, and depressed. She is determined to make her family perfect but is tortured by a death in the family. Vocal range top: F#5 Vocal range bottom:G3 "Next To Normal"

DanBoth genders40-45 y.o.All ethnicities

(Male Identifying) Diana's husband. Though a constant in Diana's tumultuous life, he has grown tired and weary of her antics. Vocal range top: B4 Vocal range bottom: Ab2 "Next To Normal"

GabeBoth genders18-21 y.o.All ethnicities

(Male Identifying) Diana & Dan's son. He is a playful man and everything a mother could imagine. Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: B2 "Next To Normal"

NatalieBoth genders18-25 y.o.All ethnicities

(Female Identifying, 18+ to play 16) Diana & Dan's troubled daughter. An accomplished pianist and hardworking student, her struggles are exacerbated by her mother's behavior. She greatly admires Henry. Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: G3 "Next To Normal"

HenryBoth genders18-25 y.o.All ethnicities

(Male Identifying, 18+ to play 17) Natalie's classmate. The all-around musician, philosopher, and slacker. He has an intoxicating capacity for sympathy and romance. Vocal range top: B4 Vocal range bottom: G#2 "Next To Normal"

Doctor Madden/Doctor FineBoth genders30-40 y.o.All ethnicities

(Male Identifying) Diana's handsome psychiatrist. Quite assured in his practice and considered somewhat of a rock star. Vocal range top: A4 Vocal range bottom: A2 "Next To Normal"

TruvyBoth genders40-49 y.o.All ethnicities

(female identifying) Owner of the beauty shop. "Steel Magnolias"

AnnelleBoth genders18-21 y.o.All ethnicities

(19ish, female identifying) Beauty shop assistant. "Steel Magnolias"

ClaireeBoth genders66-69 y.o.All ethnicities

(66ish, female identifying) Widow of the former mayor. Grande dame. "Steel Magnolias"

ShelbyBoth genders25-29 y.o.All ethnicities

(25ish, female identifying) Prettiest girl in town. "Steel Magnolias"

M'LynnBoth genders50-59 y.o.All ethnicities

(female identifying) Shelby's mother. Socially prominent career woman. "Steel Magnolias"

OuiserBoth genders66-69 y.o.All ethnicities

(66ish, female identifying) Wealthy curmudgeon. Acerbic but lovable. "Steel Magnolias"

Track #1 VictorMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

"Frankenstein"

Track #2 CreatureBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

"Frankenstein"

Track #3 Alphonse/Policeman/Peasant#1/DeLacey/PriestMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

"Frankenstein"

Track #4 Walton/Byron/Peasant#2/FelixMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

"Frankenstein"

Track #5 Hughes/Henry/William/AdvocateMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

"Frankenstein"

Track #6 Caroline/Justine/Claire/Peasant #3/Safie/Fem. CreatureFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

"Frankenstein"

Track #7 Wolsey/Elizabeth/Citizen/Peasant#4/AgathaFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

"Frankenstein"

Caroler #1 Ebenezer ScroogeMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

"A Christmas Carol"

Caroler #2Male18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Caroler #2 Fred/Jacob Marley/Dick Wilikins/ Christmas Yet To Come "A Christmas Carol"

Caroler #3Male18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Caroler #3 Bob Cratchit/Phantom#3/Mr. Dawkins/Thomas/Topper/Will/Boy "A Christmas Carol"

Caroler #4 Christmas Present/Mr. Fezziwig/Mr. Drake/Charles/JoeMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

"A Christmas Carol"

Caroler #5Female18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Caroler #5 Belle/Mrs. Dawkins/Martha Cratchit/Elizabeth/Want/Mrs. Tetterby "A Christmas Carol"

Caroler #6Female18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Caroler #6 Mrs. Cratchit/Mrs. Fezziwig/Beggar Woman/Mrs. Wemmick/Caroline Poulterer "A Christmas Carol"

Caroler #7Both genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Caroler #7 Christmas Past/Solicitor/Phantom #2/Peter Cratchit/Kitty/Ignorance "A Christmas Carol"

Caroler #8Both genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Caroler #8 Tiny Tim/Solicitor #2/Phantom #1/Fan/Clara/Mrs. Dilber "A Christmas Carol"