Theater Casting Call for "The Brothers Paranormal" Play
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Seeking performers for production of "The Brothers Paranormal". More details are below. About the play: Set in the Midwestern United States, Two Thai-American brothers embark on a ghost-hunting venture in order to profit from the growing phenomenon of “Asian-looking ghost” sightings. As the brothers delve into the home of a couple tormented by a truly bone-chilling spirit, their perceptions of reality, fantasy, and sanity are pushed to the limits by an unsettling truth. Rate: CAEA Members will be given first priority. Additional information: Selected candidates will be provided with scenes to work from during the auditions. A reader will be provided. The audition space is accessible and barrier-free. DEADLINE for submission packages is April 9, 2025. If you're interested, please apply.
6 roles
Female-identifying. Ghostly and enigmatic. This is a non-speaking role, highly physical in nature. Looking for a dance/gymnastic/movement background.
Male-identifying. Visarut’s brother. U.S. born. He is the salesman of the company he runs with his brother. He is charismatic, persuasive and determined. A little bit of a conman. He has taken on the responsibility of taking care of his family, and does what needs to be done to take care of them. No accent required.
Male-identifying. Max’s brother. Immigrated to the U.S. at 13 years old. He is the technician of the company he runs with his brother. He is sympathetic, conscious-driven, and a private person. A recovered alcoholic. He’s making up for mistakes he’s committed in the past. Name is pronounced “VIS-UH-ROODT”. He speaks with a Thai accent.
Female-identifying. Max and Visarut’s mother. Immigrated to the U.S. at 33 years old. A no-nonsense character. She can be quite brazen. Straight and to the point. Name is pronounced “DTAH-SAH-NEE”. She speaks with a Thai accent.
Female-identifying. U.S. born. A customer of the Brothers Paranormal. Has been living in this city after losing everything in hurricane Katrina. She is sleep deprived, anxious, and has an urgent energy. She is also deeply resilient and strong. She is a loving wife to her husband. Character name is pronounced “DEE-LEE-UH”
Male-identifying. Delia’s husband. U.S. born. A paramedic by trade. He is a very caring person and deeply loves his wife, wants whatever is best for her. He is haunted by past mistakes and has lost his sense of home.
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