"Riding Time With No Hands" Show Casting Performers
Audition notice for "Riding Time With No Hands" show. In need of actors. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Please see the details below. About the project: "Ellie, our main character, finds herself at a crossroads. Does she follow the desires of her Mother and have a secure life in the steel-mill town, or does she follow her dreams into the unknown? It's Ellie's 16th birthday. What would normally be a celebratory moment, puts the pressure on. She is old enough to work at the steel mill and her Mom has it all arranged. If she makes her Mom happy her dreams will rust and flake away like everything else in the gritty town. Family secrets are revealed by her Fathers’ gift from beyond the grave. The journey deepens; dark forces manipulate and attempt to derail her. Then Ellie uncovers the secret power of her Father’s legacy. It is hers to transform the lives of everyone around her. The power of the gift is true; Ellie comes of age, recommits to herself and her “Muse.” She transforms life into a musical journey that changes the world from the inside out. Ellie learns from her “Muse” that life isn’t a race, it’s a ride, but you have to ride with no hands. " Rate: All roles paid. Additional info: Note: some roles have been cast, however directors are seeking understudies for some parts. When applying, please include a headshot and resume (if you have).
12 roles
Lead role. Must play 16 to 40 at the end. Requires strong singer who can carry the show. Height is a plus, the closer to six-foot the better.
Supporting. Must play 16 to 40 at the end. Being a little short to average height is a plus. Has several lead singing parts.
Supporting. Must play 16 to 40 at the end. . Ellie’s best friend. Smart, confident, and industrious. Strong singer. Has solos.
Supporting. Ellie’s widowed mom. She is a foil to Ellie’s dreams.
Featured. Ellie's father. Aspiring songwriter who supports his family working for the Mill.
Supporting. Ages from 18 to 40s. A “good Catholic boy” who Lena wants Ellie to marry. Sees himself as desirable. A little roughed edged. Good looking but not the brightest guy. Essentially a non-singing part.
Supporting. Ellie’s daughter. Combative with her mother. Ages from teen to 20s. Has several lead singing parts.
Supporting. Sophie’s half-brother. Age 20 when Sophie is 16. Mike’s son from his first marriage. Has some solo's.
Featured. Scott's father, a surgeon, very serious and protective of his son's future.
Featured. All ethnicities, however had Italian heritage. Quirky, comic owner and chef at the pizzeria where they hang out. Singing is a plus.
ENSEMBLE: strong dancing skills required. Some will be asked to take roles with a few lines.
ENSEMBLE: strong dancing skills required. Some will be asked to take roles with a few lines.
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