Performers Required for "West Side Story" Show
Open auditions for "West Side Story" the musical. In need of cast. Please see the breakdown below. About the project: Set in the 1950’s, Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet is transported to modern-day New York City as two young, idealistic lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs, the "American" Jets and the “Puerto Rican” Sharks. Their struggle to survive in a world of hate, violence and prejudice is one of the most innovative, heart-wrenching, and relevant musical dramas of our time. Additional info: -Please come to auditions prepared with 32 bars of musical theatre any song that best fits and showcases your range. -Give your audition as much character as possible! -Directors ask that do not audition acapella. -An accompanist will be present as well as a Bluetooth speaker. -An audition form is required to be filled out upon arrival (resume and headshots are optional but appreciated) -Auditions are private. Vocal auditions will be performed in front of the production team alone. -If called back, secondary auditions will take place the following day, December Callbacks: Sunday, December 10th, 2023 @ 7 PM 10th, beginning at 7:00 pm. Rehearsal Schedule: Monday 7:00-10:00 PM Tuesday 7:00-10:00 PM Wednesday 7:00-10:00 PM Thursday 7:00-10:00 PM Off Friday & Saturday Sundays 2:00-6:00 PM Apply, if interested.
14 roles
A spritely, quick-tempered leader. He seeks to eliminate the Sharks and establish his own gang's dominance. Tony's best friend, he is eventually murdered by Bernardo.
A romantic young man and former leader of the Jets, he has found a new lifestyle now. Tony finds himself violently torn between his friendships and love. Falls in love with Maria and meets an untimely death. Genuinely sweet and sincere.
A proud, strong, handsome Puerto Rican man. Bernardo seeks to carve out territory as a sense of identity for he and his friends. Maria's brother and Anita's boyfriend. Leader of the Sharks.
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. Bernardo's sister. Puerto Rican.
Feisty and assertive. She dispenses "older sister" advice to Maria and tries to shield her from the dangers of the gangs. Bernardo's girlfriend and Maria's friend. Puerto Rican.
An angry and, at times, naive Shark who turns murderous and vengeful. Suitor to Maria and friend of Bernardo's.
A spunky tomboy who is desperate to become a member of the Jets. The other Jets mock her for her ambitions, but generally appreciate her company. Full of energy and heart.
The owner of the candy store where the Jets hang out. He tries to guide the Jets youthful angst and provides a safe haven for Tony. Old fashioned and wise in his ways.
A local police detective frustrated by the ongoing violence between the Jets and Sharks. Blunt, brash, and unapologetic.
The local beat cop. He has no patience for the gangs conflict and tries to keep tensions from erupting between them. Regularly mocked by the local gangs.
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