"We Live in Cairo" The Musical Needs Equity Actors
Equity actors for roles in "We Live in Cairo". See breakdown below. About the project: SYNOPSIS: Inspired by the young Egyptians who took to the streets in 2011 to overthrow President Hosni Mubarak, this soaring new musical from Jonathan Larson Grant winners and NYTW Usual Suspects Daniel & Patrick Lazour follows six student activists as they come of age in contemporary Cairo, using their graffiti, photography and song to protest a regime older than they are. Winner of the Richard Rodgers Award for Musical Theater, We Live in Cairo moves from the jubilation of Tahrir Square through the tumultuous years that followed. As escalating division and violence lead to a military crackdown, the young revolutionaries of Tahrir must weigh the cost of holding onto their principles and their dreams. Obie Award winner and NYTW Usual Suspect Taibi Magar (The Half-God of Rainfall) directs. Rate: Off Broadway $1125 weekly minimum (cat. CC) - Pending negotiations Additional info: Auditions: Break: 1:30PM - 2:30PM June 5: 12th floor - Studio B (holding); Studio H (auditions) June 6: 12th floor - Studio D (holding), Studio F (auditions) OTHER DATES First Rehearsal: Tuesday, September 3, 2024 Tech: Wednesday, October 2, 2024 First Preview: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 Opening: Monday, October 28, 2024 Latest Closing: December 8, 2024 EPA Procedures are in effect for this audition. An Equity Monitor will be provided. Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition. Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions. PREPARATION Please bring sheet music and prepare a short song of your choice. Please bring a headshot and resume, stapled together. If you are interested, please apply.
6 roles
Character portrayed is an Egyptian. A young songwriter, perpetually fiddling with his guitar. Brimming with idealism, eternally optimistic. In love with Layla, devoted to his brother Hany. A strong singer, and guitar player.
Character portrayed is an Egyptian female in her mid-20s. An activist by blood, edgy, passionate, and irresistible. Unable to digest the word ‘no’, a fierce lover of her country. A strong singer.
Character portrayed is an Egyptian. Lyricist to his brother Amir's music. Sensible, dutiful, a stark foil to Amir's vim and vivacity. A strong singer.
Character portrayed is an Egyptian. Reserved, but with a wildfire in his belly. Deeply insecure about his own standing in this world. Torn between two worlds: his deeply religious family and his proudly secular friends. A strong singer.
Character portrayed is a gay Egyptian. A graffitist and craftsman. Western in sensibility, wealthier than his friends. Loose and sensual, he considers everyone and everything with an artist's eye. A strong singer.
Character portrayed is an Egyptian female. A burgeoning photographer with a deep love for her city. Thoughtful, searching for answers. In love with Amir. A strong singer.
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