Actors Required For Staged Readings
Actors for "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" and "United in Love, Until Death" staged readings. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Please see the details below. About the project: Synopsis: "The Wonderful Wizard" - Shortly after her parents' deaths, Dorothy has come to the middle of nowhere Kansas to live with her Aunt Em and Uncle Henry. Lonely and bored, Dorothy is slowly turning sepia, until a cyclone carries her to the mysterious and dangerous Land of Oz. Based on the novel by L. Frank Baum, this contemporary adaptation follows Dorothy on her journey to meet the Wizard of Oz, and to kill a witch or two. Through her adventures, she must find the courage, heart, and sense to come to terms with her parents' deaths and find her way home. "United in Love, Until Death": Two lovers, who vowed they never would part, open their eyes to eternity together. With nothing but time, there are still questions to be answered and truths to be unearthed. Based on the real-life tragedy at Mayerling, this play explores the consequences of manipulated love at its most deadly. Rate: "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" stipend: $90. "United in Love, Until Death" stipend: $75. Additional info: Seeking both union and nonunion actors. Both readings will be produced under the Equity Showcase Code, pending approval. Performers of all races, ethnicities, abilities, ages, and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Company strives to create inclusive, safe, and anti-racist environments in every aspect of our operation, on stage and off, for performers, creatives, and audiences. "THE WONDERFUL WIZARD OF OZ" Due to the limited rehearsal period for the show, directors will not be able to accommodate major conflicts. While this adaptation of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz is mostly a fun and fanciful romp, it deals with subjects such as death, suicide, misogyny, panic attacks, self-worth, and includes adult language. Please keep that in mind when submitting to the production. Performances: Monday and Tuesday, January 8th and 9th, at 7pm (two performances) Rehearsals: Friday, January 5th, 6-9pm Saturday, January 6th, 9am- 5pm Sunday, January 7th, 9am- 5pm Tech: Monday, January 8th- Morning, Specific Times TBD "UNITED IN LOVE, UNTIL DEATH" Subject matter pertains to suicide, murder, inequitable and manipulative power dynamics. Please keep that in mind when submitting to this production. Performance: Monday, January 29th, at 7pm (one performance) Rehearsals: To be determined by the director, actors, and stage managers availability. Tech: Monday, January 29th. Morning, Specific Times TBD. All actors must be 18 or older. All company members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Company is unable to provide housing for out-of-town actors at this time. If you are interested, please apply.
18 roles
Teenager. Recently orphaned, currently living with her Aunt Em and Uncle Henry in the sepia-stained Bumfuck, Kansas until she's cycloned to Oz. Dealing with A LOT emotionally right now- her parents' deaths, accidentally killing a witch, teen angst, hormones... it's a lot. "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz"
Dorothy's guardian. Used to be extremely colorful and beautiful, but the mundanity of Kansas life has turned her sepia. Trying to do her best for Dorothy. "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz"
A really fun, good natured, but a bit clueless witch, who greets Dorothy after she accidentally kills the Wicked Witch of the East. Not the strongest of the witches, but is a lot of fun! And that counts! (not GLINDA) "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz"
Munchkin Country native, but can be any height. The richest and most influential person in town. "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz"
Munchkin Country native, but can be any height. Boq's bestie. Although, sometimes Boq's personality overshadows Jinjur- she just has to learn to stand up for herself!! "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz"
A talking scarecrow, born the day before yesterday. Lacks brains, but makes up for it in charm, hopeful spirit, and warmth. "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz"
Used to be human, until the jealous Wicked Witch of the East cursed his axe and got him chopped into little pieces. Rebuilt with a tin body, but no heart. Cold exterior, with a little warmth buried beneath that metal. "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz"
Queer identifying. Absolutely fabulous, but absolutely a chicken. This supposed King of the Forest has all the quips, but not a lot of the nerve to back it up. "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz"
A dark and evil creature deep within the Forest of Munchkin Country. Appears at the most inopportune times to perform terrible, overplayed acoustic music. Must play guitar or ukulele and be comfortable singing. "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz"
Though she be but little, she is fierce. Rules over a kingdom of thousands and resides outside the Poppy Fields surrounding Emerald City. Doesn't love dogs or lions. "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz"
Beautiful, but bored. Overseas the guest list of who comes into the Emerald City, belongs in the ballroom, honey. "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz"
The so-called wonderful wizard, but truly just a humbug with some tech skills. "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz"
Lead a rebellion against The Wizard, along with her fellow Wicked Witches. Currently in Winkie Country to the west, planning her next move. Funny, intelligent, and powerful. "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz"
The Wicked Witch of the West's obedient servant. Must be comfortable singing. "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz"
A bit of a bro, very mischievous. Must obey the commands of whoever holds the Golden Cap. "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz"
Powerful, majestic, a bit jaded. Maybe has all the answers that Dorothy seeks, but maybe not. "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz"
30 years old, male-presenting. Crown-Prince of Austria-Hungary. Once handsome, fallen into depression, neuroses and substance abuse. Charming, magnetic, and passionate despite it all. He once had grand plans, but in death he seeks peace and freedom he could never attain in life. "United in Love, Until Death"
17 years old, female-presenting. Baroness, of the new-money sort. Passionate, naive, unaffected. A Romantic idealist. Rudolf is her first and only love, her endgame. Feels worldly due to her station, but could be perceived as foolish for following her heart above all things, even when it leads to danger. "United in Love, Until Death"
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