Performers Needed for Production of "Ecos"
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Directors are currently in need of performers for "Ecos" show. More details are below. About the show: Amaya is an immigrant, a daughter of immigrants, and a granddaughter of immigrants. She hasn’t been there for most of her family’s biggest moments. But now, after missing out on a funeral and receiving life-changing news, she has to decide if that is the future she wants for herself and her new family. How did those who came before decide to leave everything that they knew behind? Did they ever regret their decision? And how can she find out when most of them are now gone? But the veil is thin, and sometimes, all you need to have your questions answered is ask. Additional information: Rehearsals Location: Edmonton AB. Performances Location: Edmonton AB. Rehearsal Dates: September 30 – October 20, 2025. Tech Rehearsals: October 21 – October 29, 2025. Preview: October 30, 2025. Opening Night: October 31, 2025. Closing: November 9, 2025. Dance Call: June 29, 2025 6:00 to 7:30pm. Deadline to submit: June 24, 2025. When applying, please submit the following details: A recent head shot; A performance resume; Which role you are most interested in; Applicants will be contacted to book a time slot and will receive preparation materials. Self-recorded auditions will be accepted for artists who are unable to audition in person. Full script is available upon request. The subject line: “ECOS AUDITION SUBMISSION”.
9 roles
Bilingual role (Spanish/English), female identifying. Amaya is indecisive, and a people pleaser. An expert at hiding her emotions, until it is too late and she lashes out. She has just found out that her life is about to change, and that she is at a crossroads, where a choice has to be made.
Bilingual role (Spanish/English). Eli is fearless, they will say what they think, and not hold back, regardless of whether it hurts others (or themselves). Eli will protect those they love, but will not refrain from calling them out on their BS as needed.
English, male-identifying. A professional ballroom dancer. He lives, loves and communicates through dance. Must be comfortable with movement and dance choreography.
(His story in the script spans from early 20s to late 60s), Scottish (English speaking role), male-identifying. Kenneth is passionate, stern and formal, but driven forward by his heart. With a streak of rebellion, being fuelled relentlessly forward for his need for perfection. Must be comfortable with movement and dance choreography.
(His story in the script spans from early 20s to late 60s), British (English speaking role), female-identifying. Patricia is as deep as the roots of the trees in her hometown in England. But she is quiet. Her thoughts are only shared with those who she lets in deep enough. Must be comfortable with movement and dance choreography.
Mere and Manolo’s daughter, grew up in Argentina (Spanish speaking role), female identifying. Strong and resilient, she is not afraid to have her own thoughts and express them accordingly. Grew up in a culture full of “machismo” but never bowed down to it, or was broken by it. David’s wife.
Patricia and Kenneth’s son who grew up in Mexico (English speaking role), male-identifying. He’s currently lost. David wants to do what is best for his family, but he has stopped knowing what that is supposed to be. Mechita’s husband.
All ages (her story in the script spans from her early 20s to late 50s), from a small town in Spain (Spanish speaking role). Has been pushed around by her lack of opportunities and power, but has remained staunch in her resolve to protect and uplift those she loves. A constant, a rock. Manolo’s wife.
All ages (his story in the script spans from his early 20s to late 50s), from a small town in Spain (Spanish speaking role). Deeply sensitive, and too good for his own good. Has always put everyone’s needs above his, and has been seriously hurt because of it. Mere’s husband.
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