Professional Casting for "Bright Star" Show
In search of male and female presenting performers for "Bright Star" play. See the details listed below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Inspired by a true story and featuring the Tony®-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, BRIGHT STAR tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s. When literary editor Alice Murphy meets a young soldier just home from World War II, he awakens her longing for the child she once lost. Haunted by their unique connection, Alice sets out on a journey to understand her past—and what she finds has the power to transform both of their lives. With beautiful melodies and powerfully moving characters, the story unfolds as a rich tapestry of deep emotion. An uplifting theatrical journey that holds you tightly in its grasp, BRIGHT STAR is as refreshingly genuine as it is daringly hopeful. Rate: $608 weekly minimum (Tier 7). Additional info: -Callbacks will be invited to a ZOOM room and appointments set up individually for April 12, 2023. -First Rehearsal August 18, 2023 -Open September 13, 2023 -Close October 1, 2023 -Please prepare up to 1 minute of a song and up to 1 minute of a monologue. -Also, please bring your headshot and resume stapled together. -If you are unable to attend this audition you may submit a video audition. -See the attachment for more info. When applying, please sign up for an audition appointment.
11 roles
(Female presenting) Alice at age 36-37 is an editor of a southern literary magazine; intelligent, aloof, and with an air of melancholy. Alice at age 16-17 is rebellious, high-spirited, and adventurous. A very strong singer and comfortable in folk and bluegrass styles.
(Male presenting) Jimmy Ray at age 18-20 is charming and intelligent. He comes from a family of wealth and lives under the thumb of his power-hungry father. Jimmy Ray at age 38-40 - The events of the show shape him into a man that has a sense of personal responsibility and morality as well as a deep reserve of passion and emotion.
(Male presenting) A young soldier returning home from WWII; an aspiring young writer; optimistic, charming, and idealistic.
(Female presenting) Margo is Billy’s childhood friend who has grown to love him romantically. She has a keen intellect and a big heart. She owns a small-town bookstore, and edits Billy’s stories for him.
(Male presenting) (50+) The Mayor of Zebulon; a political and financial powerbroker – distinguished, an imposing and controlling presence; has a genuine interest in protecting his son’s future and his family name, but in doing so, is ultimately pushed to a point of extreme and irrevocable cruelty. He has some depth, and isn't a mustache twirling villain.
(Male presenting) Daryl is an assistant at a literary magazine. He’s funny, with a dry sense of humor. He’s also insecure, and perhaps a bit socially awkward, but endearing and innately likeable. A strong dancer.
(Female presenting) Lucy is a junior editor at a literary magazine. She is an ambitious, professional young career woman with a sharp sense of humor, but not without warmth and sincerity.
(Male Presenting) (50+) Daddy Cane is Billy’s father. He is a recent widower - kind hearted, and a bit lonely.
(Female Presenting) (50+) Mama Murphy is Alice’s mother. She is a hardworking caretaker to her family and her rural community. A warm, loving, sensible woman.
(Male Presenting) (50+) Daddy Murphy is Alice’s father; an authoritative and a stern disciplinarian; devoutly religious, hard-working, a poor but proud farmer.
(Male or Female Presenting) Stanford is a loyal assistant to Mayor Josiah Dobbs.
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