Casting Performers for "Elektra" Show
The company is holding auditions for "Elektra" Show and looking for performers, please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: Elektra, Sophokles’ powerful tale of religion, justice, revenge, and the struggle between blood and law, was given fresh life by the controversial poet Ezra Pound in the aftermath of World War II. This rarely seen American version of Greek Tragedy challenges us to ask hard questions about our families, our society, and ourselves. Rate: $100-$300 Stipend Additional info: Material to Prepare: Submit a 1-2 minute classical (non-Shakespeare) monologue as well as a 1-2 minute monologue of your choice. Time Commitment: Rehearsals will take place in Forest Park, IL. Performances will be at Madison Street Theater in Oak Park, IL. Rehearsal: October 14th-November 7th Tuesdays-Saturdays Tech: Nov 8th and 9th 10a-4p, 6-10p Off Monday Nov 10th Dress Rehearsal Nov 11th 6-10p Dress Rehearsal Nov 12th 6-10p Preview Nov 13th 6-10p Shows: Nov 14 7:30p Nov 15 2:00p, 7:30p Nov 16 2:00p, 7:30p Nov 21 7:30p Nov 22 2:00p, 7:30p Nov 23 2:00p, 7:30p Nov 28 7:30p Nov 29 2:00p, 7:30p Nov 30 2:00p, 7:30p Please apply if interested
5 roles
Mother of Elektra and Chrysothemis. Queen. Complex, wounded, guilty and authoritative.
Orestes' loyal friend and silent confidante. Often silent but deeply present. A figure of support and moral balance.
The usurper king. Arrogant, cruel, blind to the looming threat.
Stoic guide for Orestes. Calm and composed. Measured and deliberate. Morally ambiguous of his intentions.
Ensemble of voices who represent the community, conscience, and landscape of the world. Specialty in movement and voice is preferred, but not required.
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