"Hadestown" Show Casting Young Performers
Young actors for production of "Hadestown". ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See more info below. About the project: Hadestown is a modern re-imagining of the Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, set to a jazz and folk inspired soundtrack. Featuring a cast of Gods (Hades, Persephone, Hermes, The Fates) and Humans (Orpheus, Eurydice, The Workers, The Dancers), Hadestown follows two sets of couples (Orpheus & Eurydice and Hades & Persephone) as The Fates push them towards their inevitable ends. Our production will be leaning into the American Folk aesthetic of the 1940s-60s, with our inspiration being the folk singers and songwriters of that time period: Pete Seeger, Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, and especially Woody Guthrie. Hadestown is significantly different than other shows that TAG has produced, in a few ways. First, it's a tragedy, which has its own set of challenges on stage. Second, it is a sung-though musical, which means that there is no dialogue...the entire show is sung, not spoken. In many ways it is more similar to an Opera than a traditional musical, in the style of Les Miserables, Evita, or Hamilton. Hadestown won eight Tony awards in 2019 including Best Musical, Best Director, Best Book of a Musical, and Best Score. Additional info: Callbacks: Monday, April 14, 6 pm Performance dates: August 8 - 10, 15 - 17 If you are interested, please apply.
8 roles
Tenor w/ STRONG Falsetto. A passionate, idealistic musician with an otherworldly voice and unwavering hope. Orpheus is deeply in love with Eurydice and believes his music can change the world. A dreamer and a romantic, he is both childlike and determined. Requires strong vocal ability, with a focus on falsetto and emotional depth.
Mezzo-Soprano/Alto. A resourceful, independent young woman hardened by a life of trouble. Practical and realistic, she longs for stability and safety but is drawn to Orpheus’ optimism and love. Requires strong acting skills to convey a range of emotions, as well as vocal versatility.
Mezzo-Soprano/Alto. The magnetic and fiery queen of the underworld, who spends half the year above ground and half below. She is lively, sharp-witted, and conflicted about her role alongside Hades. Requires a strong vocalist with a commanding stage presence and dynamic emotional range.
Bass/Baritone. The powerful and imposing ruler of the underworld. A figure of authority and control, Hades is charismatic yet menacing, commanding loyalty and fear. Requires a strong, resonant voice with gravitas.
Tenor/Baritone or Alto. The charismatic and wise narrator of the story. Hermes serves as a guide for the audience and the characters, bridging the world of the living and the dead. Witty, compassionate, and smooth, with a commanding presence. Requires strong storytelling ability and a dynamic vocal range.
(3 roles). Mezzo-Sopranos/Altos (F3–C5). A trio of narrators who weave in and out of the story, representing fate and inevitability. They are mysterious, playful, and omnipresent, influencing the characters’ actions. Requires strong harmonizing and the ability to work as a tight ensemble. Movement skills are a plus.
(6-8 roles). Roles for Soprano, Alto, Tenor, and Baritone/Bass, MUST be able to haromonize. The traditional Greek Chorus in the show, the Workers are the primary ensemble supporting the show. The ensemble serves as the heart and soul of Hadestown, representing the workers of the underworld. They provide commentary, texture, and energy throughout the production. Ensemble members should have strong musicality, movement ability, and a willingness to collaborate as part of a team.
(6-8 roles). A dance ensemble that will act as the emotive parts of the Above and the Below in the show, looking for modern and jazz dance experience or strong dance background. The Dancers will also be used onstage as both stagehands (moving set pieces, placing props) and also as parts of the set itself. These roles are movement/acting only, no singing is required.
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