Seeking Performers for "Ragtime"! Show
The company is holding auditions for "Ragtime"! Show and looking for performers, please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: Ragtime brings to life the stories of three distinct groups—African Americans, upper-class White Americans, and Eastern European immigrants—as they navigate a rapidly changing society in New York City in search of the American dream. Additional info: Callbacks (by invitation): Monday, December 2, 2024 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM Performance Dates: April 4, 5,6, 10, 11, 12 Please apply if interested.
31 roles
A proud and talented pianist with a deep sense of dignity. Sophisticated with a romantic demeanor and a gentle heart, in love with Sarah. He struggles for dignity and respect in a society rife with racism. Baritone/Tenor
A wash woman, filled with a strong will to live fueled by an innocent spirit, falls deeply in love with Coalhouse after much resistance. Soprano, lyrical w/strong mix
The consummate wife and mother, a kind woman who is gentle, compassionate, optimistic, and accepting of others. Seeks more to life and wants to "explore." Becomes increasingly aware of the injustices around her. Mezzo Soprano, w/strong mix
Mother's professionally successful husband, cautious, resistant to change, fancies himself an amateur explorer. He struggles with the changing world around him and is out of touch with the social progress occurring during the time. Baritone
Mother's idealistic and restless younger brother. Influenced by Emma Goldman, he becomes involved in radical politics and the fight for justice. He is “in love” with Evelyn Nesbit. Tenor
A Jewish immigrant from Latvia who seeks a better life for his daughter. Intelligent, passionate, witty and creative, full of drive and heart. His character arc reflects themes of sacrifice, resilience, and the harsh realities of the immigrant experience in America. Tenor / Baritone
Loving and soulful, sings the gospel number for Sarah's funeral. Gospel Lyric Soprano or Alto
Passionate and influential social activist and anarchist. She fights for workers' rights and the oppressed. Ethnicity: Lithuanian / Russian accent. Alto/Mezzo
Hungarian immigrant, internationally famous magician. A real showman. Ethnicity: Hungarian American Tenor
A beautiful and ambitious chorus girl, the “Marylin Monroe of her time.” Mezzo Soprano
Irish American fire chief who is racist and takes out his anger on Coalhouse. Tenor / Baritenor
Brilliant and respected social activist. He carries the weight of his responsibilities as a leader, embodying a mix of optimism and realism about the struggles faced by his community. Baritone
The famous American industrialist who pioneered the assembly line and revolutionized manufacturing. Larger than life persona. Baritone
Mother’s elderly, opinionated father who lives with the family. He represents an older, more rigid worldview. Baritone
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