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"Jesus Christ Superstar" Musical Needs Equity Actors

New York, NY, United States
ID: 273703Exp: 11/18/2024
$1,100/week
Description:

Equity actors for roles in "Jesus Christ Superstar". ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See breakdown below. Rate: LORT Non-Rep $1100 weekly minimum (LORT B) Additional info: Audition Date: Week of Nov 18, 2024 Rehearsal Start Date: April 8th, 2025 Opening Date: May 17th, 2025 Closing Date: June 29th, 2025 Location: Sarasota, FL 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 apply. When applying, please include your headshot and resume.

5 roles

MARY MAGDALENEFemale30-39 y.o.All ethnicities

A female follower of Jesus who finds herself falling in love with him. She is a vital part of his team. Strong, smart and earthy. Shows grace, diplomacy, strength and compassion. Mezzo Belter.

PILATEMale30-49 y.o.All ethnicities

Governor of Judea who foresees the events of Jesus' crucifixion in a dream. Sympathetic to Jesus’ plight, he tries to resist the worst until he finds it impossible to solve. May double in ensemble numbers; movement ability a plus. Rock Baritone.

SIMONMale20-39 y.o.All ethnicities

One of Jesus' twelve apostles; urges Jesus to lead his followers into battle against the Romans. A high energy, bold and cocky speaker who can brilliantly rally the crowds. Dance/Movement a plus. May understudy Judas. High Rock Tenor/Baritone.

CAIAPHASMale36-59 y.o.All ethnicities

High priest who sees Jesus as a threat to the nation and his position. Powerful, he commands the room with his voice and presence. May double in ensemble numbers; movement ability a plus. Low Bass with rock Top.

ANNASBoth genders20-49 y.o.All ethnicities

She/her or they/them. Fellow priest at the side of Caiaphas who is persuaded into seeing Jesus as a threat. May double in ensemble numbers; movement ability a plus. Rock Alto/Mezzo.