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Theatre Casting Call for "Showplace - The Story of Steel Pier"

Haddon Heights, NJ, United States
ID: 289001Exp: 8/25/2025
Description:

Audition call for "Showplace - The Story of Steel Pier". Actors wanted. Please see the breakdown below. About the project: Synopsis: This is a story about the iconic and legendary venue in Atlantic City, NJ, known as Steel Pier. It contains both fictional and non-fictional characters and covers the period from 1925 to 1977. This one-of-a-kind, entertainment Showplace hosted such legends as Frank Sinatra, The Beatles, Duke Ellington, Abbott and Costello, the Supremes, the Rolling Stones and hundreds more. Additional info: Several actors MUST age throughout the show. Some actors will be required to play numerous roles, and this may require no facial hair, piercings, or visible tattoos. Audition requirements: Song: Prepare a song that will showcase your vocal abilities. Cold reads: Be ready for cold reads from the script. Movement: A dance audition will be conducted, so please wear appropriate footwear. A Bluetooth speaker will be provided so please bring tracks for your selection (Please do NOT audition a cappella). They will also have a piano and music director present. Callback dates: TBA only if needed. Rehearsal dates: beginning August 27th. Rehearsals will be held on Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday evenings. Tech week rehearsals will be held Sunday through Wednesday evenings of production week (November 2 - 5 with an Industry Opener on November 6th). Performance dates (9): November 6, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 and 22 in the evening and November 9 and 16 in the afternoon. If you are interested, please apply.

9 roles

Older Robert LukeMale40-70 y.o.All ethnicities

(Baritone- Tenor).

Lou PalumboMale25-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Supporting role. General Manager of Steel Pier. He ages throughout show. Vocals as ensemble only.

JamesMale25-35 y.o.African-American

Supporting role. Afro American who ages throughout the show- sings and dance (tap and/or two step) (Baritone-Tenor).

BetteFemale18-22 y.o.All ethnicities

Miss America contestant.

Lou CostelloMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Several ensemble cast will play various parts. Most cast members will be required to sing (no specific vocal ranges) most will be required to dance.

Paul McCartneyMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Several ensemble cast will play various parts. Most cast members will be required to sing (no specific vocal ranges) most will be required to dance.

John LennonMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Several ensemble cast will play various parts. Most cast members will be required to sing (no specific vocal ranges) most will be required to dance.

Tony GrantMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Several ensemble cast will play various parts. Most cast members will be required to sing (no specific vocal ranges) most will be required to dance.

General Public/CustomersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Several ensemble cast will play various parts. Most cast members will be required to sing (no specific vocal ranges) most will be required to dance.