Casting Call for "West Side Story" Musical Show
The company is holding auditions for "West Side Story" Show and looking for singers, please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Rate: Contract. Non-Union Production. $750-$1250 stipend depending on role. Additional info: Rehearsals: July 5th - August 17th Performances: August 18th - August 27th Note: Housing & travel is not provided. By submitting your audition you are agreeing to provide your own housing and transportation to and from San Diego, CA for the duration of the contract. People of all ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, gender expressions, sexualities, abilities, and body types are encouraged to submit. BIPOC performers and those from historically underrepresented communities are highly encouraged to submit. Please note that many characters in WEST SIDE STORY, particularly the Sharks, are written as of Puerto Rican (Boricua) descent. BIPOC artists and those who identify as Boricua/Latine are highly encouraged to submit for these roles. Ability to speak Spanish is a plus. When applying, please include the following in your email: 1. SUBJECT LINE: [Full Name] - West Side Story 2023 2. HEADSHOT & RESUME: Please upload as PDF or JPEG and label file with your full name i.e: First Name, Last Name - Headshot 3. AUDITION VIDEO: Unlisted YouTube video link of a song in the style of the show showcasing range and storytelling. Audition should not exceed 1 minute. Make sure video is UNLISTED, not private. Singing from the show as your desired role is encouraged but not required. Please feel free to reference the original 1957 Broadway cast recording: WSS OBC Recording. 4. AUDITION FORM: Located below: Download form and attach to your submission email filled out and signed. 5. OPTIONAL: Link to dance reel and/or performance reel. Taping Instructions: Please remember to film horizontally in a well-lit space. The frame should be a comfortable distance from you that allows range of motion.
26 roles
(Bb2-Bb4) A romantic young man and former leader of the Jets. Tony finds himself violently torn between his friendships and love. Genuinely sweet and sincere.
(Bb4-G4) A spritely, quick-tempered leader. He seeks to eliminate the Sharks and establish his own gang's dominance. Tony's best friend.
The most quick-tempered member of the Jets, always ready for a fight. Covers Riff.
A spunky tomboy who is desperate to become a member of the Jets. The other Jets mock them for their ambitions, but generally appreciate their company. Full of energy and heart.
Slightly less quick tempered than Action. Baby John's best friend. Covers Action.
The youngest Jet.
Second-in-command of the Jets. Covers Tony.
Riff’s girlfriend.
Diesel’s Girlfriend.
Jets Ensemble.
(Bb3-C6) A hopeless romantic and innocent young girl. She falls in love with Tony and finds herself at the center of the violent conflict between the two gangs.
(F3-D5) Feisty and assertive. She dispenses "older sister" advice to Maria and tries to shield her from the dangers of the gangs.
(Bb2-Eb4) A proud, strong, handsome man. Bernardo seeks to carve out territory as a sense of identity for him and his friends. Leader of the Sharks.
Sweet girl, not the sharpest tool. Longs to go back to Puerto Rico, isn’t so in love with New York. Will sing “Somewhere”. Covers Maria.
An angry and, at times, naive Shark who turns murderous and vengeful.
Member of the Sharks. Covers Bernardo.
Member of the Sharks. Covers Chino.
Tough, young. Pepe’s Girlfriend. Covers Anita.
Toro’s Girlfriend.
A local police detective frustrated by the ongoing violence between the Jets and Sharks. Blunt, brash, and unapologetic. He has no patience for the gang conflicts and tries to keep tensions from erupting between them. Will also be the voice of Glad Hand.
The owner of the candy store where the Jets hang out. He tries to guide the Jet's youthful angst and provides a safe haven for Tony. Old fashioned and wise in his ways.
Covers A-Rab & Action.
Covers Male Ensemble Sharks.
Covers Female Ensemble Sharks.
Covers Female Ensemble Jets.
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