Casting Performers for Upcoming Productions

Direct, intelligent, no nonsense, and witty. Should have something ‘other’ about her. Has had to work hard at life but doesn’t think she deserves any sympathy. Plays the piano and sing extremely well. Has a strong Czech (Eastern European) accent. (Mezzo-Soprano) "ONCE"

A struggling Irish musician. Lost and a bit sad, but extremely appealing. Works with his Da in a vacuum repair shop. Sings and plays guitar extremely well. Has a strong Irish accent. (Baritone) "ONCE"

A large Irish man. Owner of the music store where Girl plays piano. Loud, funny and protective of Girl but also has a vulnerability. Sings and traditionally plays guitar* well. Has a strong Irish accent. (Baritone) "ONCE"

A sexy, funny, smart Czech girl. Often a bit larger then life. Sings and traditionally plays violin/fiddle*. Has a strong Czech (Eastern European) accent. (Soprano) "ONCE"

Mother of Girl. A cool but caring Czech mother who likes a full house and full stomachs. Doesn’t possess many inhibitions. Sings and traditionally plays the accordion/piano* well. Has a strong Czech (Eastern European) accent. (Alto) "ONCE"

Vocal type open. Seems quite prim and proper but has a secret passion for music. Sings and traditionally plays guitar* and cello* well. Has a strong Irish (Cork) accent. (Vocal Type Open) "ONCE"

Guy’s dad. A man of few words, but a lovely and caring father. Plays guitar*, ukulele/ mandolin* well. Has a strong Irish accent. (Vocal Type Open) "ONCE"

A real odd ball. Loves television and coffee. Traditionally plays guitar* and drum kit* well. Has a strong Czech (Eastern European) accent. (Baritone) "ONCE"

Earnest and kind. It works well if he has a slight build, made slighter by his oversized interview suit. An employee at a fast food chain, but has big dreams. Traditionally plays guitar* and bass guitar* extremely well. Has a strong Czech (Eastern European) accent. (Baritone) "ONCE"

The music studio manager where Guy and Girl record their album. A tough nut to crack but eventually gives into the musicians’ talents. Sings and traditionally plays guitar* (and piano*) well. Has a strong Irish accent. (Baritone) "ONCE"

The emcee at a bar. A good-natured ball buster. Sings and traditionally plays guitar* (and piano*) extremely well. Has a strong Irish accent. (Baritone) "ONCE"

Guy’s ex-girlfriend who now lives in New York. Kind, lovely, and likeable. Traditionally plays violin* extremely well. Has a strong Irish accent. (Mezzo-Soprano) "ONCE"

Ivanka is Girl’s young daughter. She does not play an instrument. NOTE: Ivanka is usually played by a child actor. "ONCE"

Warm, outgoing, and quick-witted. Owns the beauty salon where the story unfolds. Truvy is the glue that holds the group together and brings a lively energy to every scene. Has strong comedic timing and warmth. "Steel Magnolias"

Shy, anxious, and awkward at first, Annelle undergoes a major transformation over the course of the play. She finds her confidence and deepens her faith. "Steel Magnolias"

The former mayor’s widow. Elegant, dry, and mischievous with a sharp sense of humor. Clairee is a master of the well-placed quip but also shows depth and generosity. Strong comedic delivery and subtle emotional grounding. "Steel Magnolias"

Spirited and strong-willed, Shelby faces major life decisions while managing a serious medical condition. Possesses charm, emotional nuance, and vulnerability. "Steel Magnolias"

Shelby’s mother. Intelligent, strong, and deeply protective. M’Lynn provides emotional weight to the play, especially in the later scenes. Possesses emotional control and depth. "Steel Magnolias"

Tough, eccentric, and blunt. Ouiser has a gruff exterior but a hidden heart of gold. A comedic powerhouse, possessing truth and texture beneath the laughs. "Steel Magnolias"

Esteemed actor. Miscast as Holmes, but determined to be the iconic detective. His fiery temper bleeds through to the other characters he plays. Hot-headed & ridiculously passionate about this evening's performance. His ego is easily bruised & intrudes upon his professionalism at times. "The Hound of the Baskervilles"

British. Master of disguises; perhaps the most consummate actor of this small troupe. Fearless & agile. Nothing can stand in the way of his getting through this play. Has a light, cheery, wonderfully inventive energy born of 1000s of unappreciated performances. "The Hound of the Baskervilles"

British. Slightly vain. A bit battered by his career in the theatre. Not quite as bright as his colleagues. The lines between acting & surviving the play are not always clear to him. Believes he is the lead. "The Hound of the Baskervilles"

Reserved, shy, small-town gentleman. Jack is a dutiful Army physician. during World War II. "Dear Jack, Dear Louise"

Outgoing, energetic, and not afraid to say what's on her mind. Louise is an aspiring dancer and actress living in New York City during WWII. Looking for strong comedic skills. "Dear Jack, Dear Louise"

A no-nonsense mother of three, Bonnie is the head of the Gander area SPCA. When she discovers animals are trapped on the planes, she stops at nothing to ensure their safety - but in frustration, she often lashes out at those around her. (Vocal range top: B4) "Come From Away"

The head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son, who walks Hannah to her church and prays with her. (Vocal range: Mezzo with belt up to D) "Come From Away"

An eager new local TV reporter, Janice is thrown into the deep end on her first day. Initially naïve about the world, Janice must face the pain and confusion around her. (Vocal range top: E5) "Come From Away"

BEVERLEY :The first female captain for American Airlines Pilot, Beverly Bass has always loved flying, when her world suddenly changes. ANNETTE: A local teacher and librarian at the Gander Academy and a mother. A practical woman who, on occasion, has been known to drift off into a daydream. (Vocal range top: C#5) "Come From Away"

A traditional divorcee from Texas, who is terrified that her son may have been flying at the time of the attacks. When she finds out that he's safe, she's given a new lease on life and discovers a wilder more carefree side of herself. (Vocal range bottom: D5) "Come From Away"

The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan, Hanna waits for news about her son and is comforted by Beulah. (Vocal range top: E5. Contemporary Soprano) "Come From Away"

The gregarious and well-liked Mayor of Gander, Newfoundland, Claude loves his work, the townspeople and his daily traditions, but he's never had to deal with a crisis of this magnitude before. (Vocal range top: G4) "Come From Away"

The quirky constable in the two-person Gander police force. When the town's population suddenly doubles, Oz helps out in unexpected ways.( Vocal range top: G4) "Come From Away"

NICK: An English oil engineer who is focused on his work, Nick's life is turned upside down when he falls for Diane. DOUG: An Air Traffic Controller, married to Bonnie, who tries to help his wife and the animals. (Vocal range top: E4) "Come From Away"

KEVIN T: The head of an environmental energy company in Los Angeles, Kevin was on vacation with his boyfriend (and secretary, also named Kevin), when they are stranded in Gander. Inspired by the town's generosity, Kevin creates the Pay It Forward Foundation. GARTH: The head of the local union, representing the Bus Drivers. (Vocal range top: G4) "Come From Away"

KEVIN J: Kevin's T’s boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, he is eager to leave as soon as possible. The events of September 11 make him reassess his life and his future. ALI: A Middle Eastern chef who works for an international hotel chain. He is misunderstood at times and the subject of discrimination, but despite adversity, he shows resilience and kindness. (Vocal range: B2-G4) "Come From Away"

BOB: A hardened New Yorker, Bob is suspicious of where he's landed, fearing that it's World War 3, that someone is going to shoot him and steal his wallet - but instead, he ends up losing his New York jadedness. MUHUMUZA: A husband and a father. He is a protective man who, like his family, is rattled by the events of September 11 and is frightened that they are all being taken to a military compound. (Vocal Range: B2-F#4) "Come From Away"