"Rent" Musical in Search of Performers
"Rent" musical needs cast. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See more info below. About the project: SYNOPSIS: RENT is back in an all-new production, bringing its powerful story of love, friendship, and resilience. With unforgettable songs like "Seasons of Love" and a message that resonates as strongly today as ever, this Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical is the must-see event of the summer. Additional info: Actors do not have to be the actual age of the character. The ages are there to help you play to the age of the character. BEFORE YOU AUDITION, be advised that all actors must be available for rehearsals that are to be scheduled according to the actor's role. It is mandatory for actors to be available for all scheduled evening TECH rehearsals (August 4-8) and performances (August 9-16). Conflicts will not be accepted after the cast has been announced. Callbacks will be by invitation only and will take place in late April/early May. Rehearsals to begin in late June of 2025. Exact rehearsal schedule will be set once the availability of all actors is learned but will take place during weekday evenings and weekends (depending on role and when called). Six performances will run from August 9-17, 2025. When applying, please include: - a virtual vocal audition of a 32-measure cut of a song in the style of the show that shows your vocal range - headshot - resume
8 roles
A struggling musician and former drug addict, he is reminiscent of Eddie Vedder and Kurt Cobain. Battles with being HIV-positive and the death of his ex-girlfriend. Pop/rock tenor.
Underfunded and underground filmmaker and video artist. He has turned his back on his affluent upbringing and is deep in his own soul-searching. The narrator of the show. Pop tenor.
Philosopher, teacher, anarchist, AIDS activist. A computer genius and liberal professor, he is a nurturer with a smooth and relaxed disposition. Gospel baritone.
An eccentric street drummer and a drag queen with an incredible gift of dance and magnetic personality. Warm, loveable, and nurturing. High pop tenor with falsetto.
Former roommates with Mark, Roger, and Collins, he is now the landlord of the building. Traded in his personal morals for power and wealth. Pop tenor.
Dancer at the Cat Scratch Club and Roger and Mark's neighbor. Savvy and independent, but with dark secrets. Pop/rock belt.
A downtown performance artist. Funny and wild, she is always the life of the party (as long as she is center of everyone's attention). Pop/rock belt.
A public interest lawyer with wry humor and sardonic wit. Headstrong, smart, and purposeful in all her decisions. Pop/rock belt.