AEA Actors Required For 15th Anniversary Season
AEA actors for 15th Anniversary season. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Please see the breakdown below. About the project: Season includes THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK, ANASTASIA, PARADE, SOMETHING ROTTEN and THE BODYGUARD. Rate: LORT -LOA Contract $724/week min for AEA actors + Pension /5 health weeks. Travel and housing available for non-local actors. Additional info: Bring two copies of your headshot and resume to the audition and prepare a 32-bar cut of a musical theater song. Make sure your sheet music is in the correct key for the accompanist. There will be no dance call on the day of the audition - dance auditions will be a part of invited in-person callbacks held on April 1 & 2. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK" 1st Rehearsal: October 1, 2024 1st Performance: October 19, 2024 Closing: November 3, 2024 "ANASTASIA" 1st Rehearsal: December 3, 2024 1st Performance: December 21, 2024 Closing: January 5, 2025 "PARADE" 1st Rehearsal: January 21, 2025 1st Performance: February 8, 2025 Closing: February 23, 2025 "SOMETHING ROTTEN" 1st Rehearsal: March 11, 2025 1st Performance March 29 Closing: April 13, 2025 "THE BODYGUARD" 1st Rehearsal: May 20, 2025 1st Performance: June 7, 2025 Closing: June 22, 2025 When applying, please include a video due by March 18, 2024 at 7PM EST. If you are a member of AEA and have not scheduled an appointment yet, directors are holding times for AEA Only. Please put "TIME REQUEST AEA and the day preferred (March 25 or 26 from 12PM-8PM)" in the heading and they will get you scheduled. Video callbacks will be contacted and provided items to record. Video Submissions (32-bar cut of a musical theater song) are being accepted in lieu of in-person auditions. Please keep those videos active until April 30, 2024. Videos must be uploaded to (YouTube, Vimeo, etc.) and sent as a link. No password protected videos will be viewed. Include your headshot and resume. (In one file, not separate) In your recording, slate with your name, union status and city of residence. In your submission, please write the shows/roles you are auditioning for. Please include links to any websites or dance reels.
90 roles
Vocal range top: F4 Vocal range bottom: A2 A newcomer from New York - “Harold Hill” type. Baritone with a touch of “Rock & Roll” or Jerry Lewis to solid high E-flat 40-ish. Has major sex appeal. Women become hypnotized by his manner and charm. He breaks all the rules and wins all the women over. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: G3 A sculptress. Belt Mezzo with good head tones or mix. Mid to late 30’s. An artist. Creates with passion, bestowing her own individuality on each piece. Unique and yet affecting in her manner. Is the leader of the three women. Has a teenage son- Michael. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: A3 A cellist. Belt Mezzo with good head tones or mix. Mid 30’s. A musician who seems reserved and quiet. Has a strait-laced appearance but can turn into a sexpot - her passion for music matches her sexual drive. Energetic with emotion. Acerbic sense of humor. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: G3 A writer. Belt Soprano with good head tones or mix. Late 20’s or early 30’s. A journalist who is not focused on her work. Conveniently scatterbrained from time to time. Talks faster than she thinks. She is on the shy side and a follower rather than a leader. Sees Jane and Alexandra as the sisters she never had. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
Belt Soprano Vocal range top: A5 Vocal range bottom: A3 Town gossip. Eastwick’s First Lady. She doesn’t have class but thinks she does. Veneer of happiness is always on. She has money. Does not have a close relationship with her daughter. She is the self-appointed leader of society and has an unshakeable belief that she knows what is best for the town. Her brand of dictatorship is dispersed with a saccharine sweetness. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: G3 Felicia’s daughter. Light belt soprano- 18 yrs. Main juvenile lead. Direct opposite of mother. Complete natural innocence. Looks 18yrs young. Her mother is a smothering presence. Accustomed to acting in a certain way to keep her mother happy. Felicia has tried to mold her into a “Barbie” doll for whom she will find the perfect “Ken”-it isn’t going to be Michael. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
Vocal range bottom: C5 Alexandra’s son. Lyric tenor up to A plus pop falsetto to C -18yrs. Main juvenile lead. Innocence with a wild edge. Has a non-conformity about him. He has a naïveté and sweetness but becomes hip later. Is more a friend to his mother than a son? "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
Vocal range top: D4 Vocal range bottom: D3 Character Baritone Felicia’s Husband. A pathetic downtrodden man, who realizes he is trapped in a loveless marriage. He is having an affair with Sukie. However, your sympathies are with him because of the relationship he has with his wife. He is hen-pecked but stays with Felicia because it is easier too; he fears her. She is also in control of all their money which demoralizes him as a man. Good voice. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
Darryl’s servant. Singing is not an essential-age immaterial. Physical extremes of exotic looks. Bizarre-as Darryl says, “Not of this world.” "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
Joe’s wife. Belt Soprano with good headstones or mix. She is a very sexy character. Big Felician crony. One of the Felicia trio. Volunteers in the library and has the hots for Toby. Ensemble: A varied and diverse group of individuals who populate the town of Eastwick. They are all “characters” and should represent a range of ages and physical types. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
Ed’s wife. Belt soprano with legit sound. Minister’s wife. Lacquered hair. Busybody. Takes over running the town once Felicia is killed. Part of the Felicia Trio. Ensemble: A varied and diverse group of individuals who populate the town of Eastwick. They are all “characters” and should represent a range of ages and physical types. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
Raymond’s wife. Belt Mezzo with good head tones or mix. One of Felicia’s cronies. Church, city council and housewife. All the ladies come to her house for the lacquered hair look. Married to Raymond, the school principal, and runs a string quartet. Ensemble: A varied and diverse group of individuals who populate the town of Eastwick. They are all “characters” and should represent a range of ages and physical types. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
Gina’s Husband, a construction worker. Tenor. Handsome and fancied by many of the townswomen. Good actor/singer. Ensemble: A varied and diverse group of individuals who populate the town of Eastwick. They are all “characters” and should represent a range of ages and physical types. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
Greta’s husband, a school principal. Tenor. Mousey school principal - is quite camp. Strong actor/singer. Ensemble: A varied and diverse group of individuals who populate the town of Eastwick. They are all “characters” and should represent a range of ages and physical types. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
Works at the library restocking the bookshelves. Lyric Tenor with belt. Contemporary of Michael’s. Just out of high school. Handsome/cute. Ensemble: A varied and diverse group of individuals who populate the town of Eastwick. They are all “characters” and should represent a range of ages and physical types. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
Minister of the town church. Baritone. A good man but been in the church too long. Not in touch with his faith anymore-just doing it as a job, not as a calling. It’s convenient for him and it is too late to start over. Ensemble: A varied and diverse group of individuals who populate the town of Eastwick. They are all “characters” and should represent a range of ages and physical types. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
Waitress at Nemo’s Diner. Mezzo. Ensemble: A varied and diverse group of individuals who populate the town of Eastwick. They are all “characters” and should represent a range of ages and physical types. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
Frank’s wife. A Bank teller. Soprano. Married 10-12 years. Frank & Mabel were High School sweethearts. Knits in her spare time making baby sweaters for newborns in Eastwick. Ensemble: A varied and diverse group of individuals who populate the town of Eastwick. They are all “characters” and should represent a range of ages and physical types. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
Jennifer’s friend. Cashier at the grocery store. Soprano (possible Lead Dancer). Still in high school. One year behind Jennifer. Has a huge crush on Michael. Kind of slow and has unreasonable expectations for her life. She started at the store as a summer job and will be there the rest of her life. Ensemble: A varied and diverse group of individuals who populate the town of Eastwick. They are all “characters” and should represent a range of ages and physical types. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
Proprietor of a local crafts store. Mezzo. Has lived in Eastwick all her life. Current day hippy-very bohemian. Alexandra could possibly grow up to be like her. No strong alliances to either side of the town. Takes in all the stray animals. Ensemble: A varied and diverse group of individuals who populate the town of Eastwick. They are all “characters” and should represent a range of ages and physical types. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
A retired seamstress. Mezzo. She is a Widow and has enough money to live. Takes a walk every day. Knows everyone’s business. Quite eccentric. Lives in her house with lots of cats. Ensemble: A varied and diverse group of individuals who populate the town of Eastwick. They are all “characters” and should represent a range of ages and physical types. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
A clerk at the hardware store. Friend of Michael’s. Tenor. Graduated from high school and is working at the hardware store. Was a homecoming King. He peaked in High School. Realizes life isn’t that great. Was an item with Mavis in High School. Ensemble: A varied and diverse group of individuals who populate the town of Eastwick. They are all “characters” and should represent a range of ages and physical types. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
A Real estate Agent. Tenor. He and Marge are a husband & wife duo. Lets Marge run with all the contacts. Does the books and keeps business running. Been in Eastwick ten years. Ensemble: A varied and diverse group of individuals who populate the town of Eastwick. They are all “characters” and should represent a range of ages and physical types. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
Town physician. Baritone. Is privy to everything but doesn't tell. Widower. Ensemble: A varied and diverse group of individuals who populate the town of Eastwick. They are all “characters” and should represent a range of ages and physical types. "THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK"
A lost soul but with great strength, pride, determination, and dignity; as the story progresses, she begins to discover her sense of self and the possibility that she may be the missing daughter of Tsar Nicholas; not looking for a fairy tale princess; when Anya is transformed into the beautiful Anastasia it should have the same effect and surprise as Eliza Doolittle entering the ball; soprano with great belt; A3-Eb4. "ANASTASIA"
Supporting. The lady in waiting to the Dowager Empress. She has been by the Dowager’s side since before the revolution. Lily is clever, dutiful, and above all fun She deals with her exile from Russia with a sort of resigned dark humor…and a lot of vodka. She and Vlad were once an item unbeknownst to her oblivious husband and re-kindle their romance upon reuniting. Strong mover/dance with excellent comic timing, Mezzo G3-C5 "ANASTASIA"
An opportunist trying to make it on the streets of Russia by selling stolen objects from the Tsarist past; he is the prince of St. Petersburg's black market; he creates the scheme to find an Anastasia impersonator in order to gain the reward for her safe return; he is smooth, persuasive, and a real operator; must have a sense of danger, edginess, and sex appeal; not a typical romantic leading man, although he and Anya eventually fall in love; baritenor; vocal range: A2-A4. "ANASTASIA"
Before the revolution Vlad was a minor functionary at the imperial court; he is Dmitry's right-hand man and because of his romantic relationship with Lily he arranges a meeting between Anya and the Dowager Empress; actor must have wit, style, and be a character comedian with panache; baritone; vocal range: A2-F4. "ANASTASIA"
A member of the Chekist secret police; a zealot with tremendous intensity and a dangerous sexuality; as the play progresses, we see him rise in power and position within the political party; he is in love with Anya but would not be above killing her if necessary; baritenor; vocal range: A2-Gb4. "ANASTASIA"
Strong legit singer/dancers to play multiple parts in the show. Ballet experience is helpful, but there are no dancer only tracks. "ANASTASIA"
Vocal range top: D4 Vocal range bottom: B2 Serves as the Judge on the infamous trial. Motivated by bigotry and racism, he is dangerously committed to the ideals of the Confederacy. White Georgian. "PARADE"
Vocal range top: G3 Vocal range bottom: E5 Gentle and mousy, but resourceful and resilient. Despite her husband’s feelings, she is a true Southerner through and through but can see through the deception. A White Jew from Georgia. "PARADE"
Vocal range top: F4 Vocal range bottom: Gb2 Our story’s tragic protagonist accused of murder. As National Pencil Factory Superintendent, Leo is neurotic and a serial pessimist. Though married to Lucille, he is physically and emotionally displaced. A White Jew from the North. "PARADE"
Vocal range top: F4 Vocal range bottom: B2 Atlanta’s District Attorney. He is a devout Christian, who is brute and manipulative at times, Hungry for political success and recognition. White Georgian. "PARADE"
Vocal range top: F4 Vocal range bottom: Bb2 As the Governor of Georgia, he is highly concerned with public perception. Flirtatious and fun at times. Strives to maintain his values. White Southerner. "PARADE"
Vocal range top: Bb4 Vocal range bottom: D3 A cleaning supervisor at National Pencil Factory. Secretly, he is a convict on the run. Pompous showman with a strong build. Black Georgian "PARADE"
Vocal range top: Db4 Vocal range bottom: Bb2 He is the night watchman at the National Pencil factory. A bit too old to possess the job. Physically intimidating, but a gentle giant. Black Georgian. "PARADE"
A washed-up reporter who can often be found three sheets to the wind. Weaselly and desperate for his ‘big break.’ White Georgian. "PARADE"
Ensemble. "PARADE"
Factory Girl. Ensemble. "PARADE"
Factory Girl. Ensemble. "PARADE"
Factory Girl. Ensemble. "PARADE"
Guards/Policemen. Ensemble. "PARADE"
Guards/Policemen. Ensemble. "PARADE"
Guards/Policemen. Ensemble. "PARADE"
Residents of Georgia. Ensemble. "PARADE"
Residents of Georgia. Ensemble. "PARADE"
Residents of Georgia. Ensemble. "PARADE"
Residents of Georgia. Ensemble. "PARADE"
Residents of Georgia. Ensemble. "PARADE"
Residents of Georgia. Ensemble. "PARADE"
Residents of Georgia. Ensemble. "PARADE"
Residents of Georgia. Ensemble. "PARADE"
Residents of Georgia. Ensemble. "PARADE"
Residents of Georgia. Ensemble. "PARADE"
Residents of Georgia. Ensemble. "PARADE"
The Bard. Over the top with a huge ego. Vocal range top: Ab4 Vocal range bottom: Ab2 "SOMETHING ROTTEN"
A struggling writer who cannot stand Shakespeare. Nigel’s older brother. Vocal range top: G4 Vocal range bottom: A2 "SOMETHING ROTTEN"
Nick’s sweet younger brother. A struggling writer who falls in love with Portia, a Puritan Vocal range top: A4 Vocal range bottom: Eb3 "SOMETHING ROTTEN"
Nick’s wife. She loves Nick despite his past lack of success. She dresses up like a man to prove she can be an actor. Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: D3 "SOMETHING ROTTEN"
A Puritan woman who loves poetry, theater, and ultimately Nigel. Vocal range top: F#5 Vocal range bottom: G3 "SOMETHING ROTTEN"
A soothsayer. "SOMETHING ROTTEN"
Portia’s Father. A Puritan who thinks Nick and Nigel’s plays are sinful. Vocal range top: G4 Vocal range bottom: G3 "SOMETHING ROTTEN"
A posh patron of the theater. "SOMETHING ROTTEN"
An investor to whom Nick and Nigel are in debt. "SOMETHING ROTTEN"
Vocal range top: A4 Vocal range bottom: C#3 "SOMETHING ROTTEN"
Ensemble. "SOMETHING ROTTEN"
Ensemble. "SOMETHING ROTTEN"
Ensemble. "SOMETHING ROTTEN"
Ensemble. "SOMETHING ROTTEN"
Ensemble. "SOMETHING ROTTEN"
Ensemble. "SOMETHING ROTTEN"
A famous singer/actress who is at the top of her game. Sexy, confident and self-sufficient. Must be an exceptional powerhouse singer (Whitney Houston). G3 to F5 (belt); should be very comfortable with pop rock, gospel, etc. "THE BODYGUARD"
A former C.I.A. agent, physically fit, lithe and athletic; sharp witted and instinctive; handsome and charismatic. He radiates a silent strength, an American alpha man type. Frank sings one song in a karaoke style. He need not be a major singer, just have the confidence to sing in front of a theatre audience. "THE BODYGUARD"
Rachel's older sister, late 30s; a very talented singer who has taken a back seat to her sister’s rising star. Quiet type but attractive. Must be a very strong singer. Nicki must have a very soulful, gospel-tinged voice. She sings ballads in the show and so should have a warm resonance, excellent pitch and an ability to riff. Range from G below middle C to E at top of staff. "THE BODYGUARD"
Rachel Marron's stalker, military type, weird, outcast; should be able to sing comfortably in a tenor range; has one featured solo vocal line. "THE BODYGUARD"
Rachel's publicist, deeply ambitious and doesn't suffer fools or indeed anyone who isn't doing exactly what he wants; bullish and quick. His belief is that the whole Oscar nomination for Rachel is because of his hard work and his alone! He believes he is her driving force. "THE BODYGUARD"
Rachel Marron's long-standing Manager/Guardian Angel. He has looked after her from the start and runs her life. A kind and loyal man who always has Rachel’s best interests at heart. "THE BODYGUARD"
Rachel Marron's security, broad shoulders, narrow hips, classic "bouncer" physique. He is fiercely protective of Rachel and would do anything for her. A kind man. "THE BODYGUARD"
An experienced and knowledgeable CIA Agent; tall, attractive and professional. Lithe and athletic build. Not unlike Frank Farmer. Should be able to sing in a karaoke vein in the same way as Frank does. Advanced singing skills not required. "THE BODYGUARD"
Athletic dancers with strong voices that have proficiency in multiple styles (including contemporary and hip-hop). Tumbling/partnering experience is a plus, but not required. Commercial dancers a plus. Ensemble. "THE BODYGUARD"
Athletic dancers with strong voices that have proficiency in multiple styles (including contemporary and hip-hop). Tumbling/partnering experience is a plus, but not required. Commercial dancers a plus. Ensemble. "THE BODYGUARD"
Athletic dancers with strong voices that have proficiency in multiple styles (including contemporary and hip-hop). Tumbling/partnering experience is a plus, but not required. Commercial dancers a plus. Ensemble. "THE BODYGUARD"
Athletic dancers with strong voices that have proficiency in multiple styles (including contemporary and hip-hop). Tumbling/partnering experience is a plus, but not required. Commercial dancers a plus. Ensemble. "THE BODYGUARD"
Athletic dancers with strong voices that have proficiency in multiple styles (including contemporary and hip-hop). Tumbling/partnering experience is a plus, but not required. Commercial dancers a plus. Ensemble. "THE BODYGUARD"
Athletic dancers with strong voices that have proficiency in multiple styles (including contemporary and hip-hop). Tumbling/partnering experience is a plus, but not required. Commercial dancers a plus. Ensemble. "THE BODYGUARD"
Athletic dancers with strong voices that have proficiency in multiple styles (including contemporary and hip-hop). Tumbling/partnering experience is a plus, but not required. Commercial dancers a plus. Ensemble. "THE BODYGUARD"
Athletic dancers with strong voices that have proficiency in multiple styles (including contemporary and hip-hop). Tumbling/partnering experience is a plus, but not required. Commercial dancers a plus. Ensemble. "THE BODYGUARD"
Athletic dancers with strong voices that have proficiency in multiple styles (including contemporary and hip-hop). Tumbling/partnering experience is a plus, but not required. Commercial dancers a plus. Ensemble. "THE BODYGUARD"
Athletic dancers with strong voices that have proficiency in multiple styles (including contemporary and hip-hop). Tumbling/partnering experience is a plus, but not required. Commercial dancers a plus. Ensemble. "THE BODYGUARD"