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Performers Needed for Theatre Play

Austin, TX, United States
ID: 292248Exp: 9/5/2025
$150/project
Description:

Seeking talent for the "Lara Stone and the Lost Relics of St. Nick" production. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: When long-lost clues to the relics of St. Nicholas surface, legendary adventurer and reluctant professor Dr. Lara Stone is thrust back into a world of mystery, danger, and holiday cheer. Racing through ancient abbeys, terrifying temples, and sunken sanctuaries—with her idealistic student, a scatterbrained scientist, and an ex-boyfriend-turned-pizza-chef by her side—Lara must outwit the sinister archaeologist Adriaan Vanderbeerput, who’s plotting to steal the ancient magic of Santa Claus for himself. Packed with globe-trotting thrills, show-stopping original musical numbers, combat, comedy, and just a dash of holiday romance, this all-new musical asks the most important question of the season: Can you still believe? Rate: All roles are paid a $150 stipend. Additional info: Callbacks: The first round of invitation-only callbacks will be held on Sunday, September 7, from 12:00–3:00 PM. A second round of callbacks may be scheduled. Rehearsals and Key Dates: Fight Workshop: September 21, 1:00–5:00 PM First Read-Through: sometime during the week of Sep 7-14 Rehearsals: September 28–December 4 Sundays: 1:00–5:00 PM MondaysThursday: 7:00–10:00 PM This is a typical rehearsal schedule. Full rehearsal schedule will be provided. Performances: December 4–21 Each auditioner will have 5 minutes to perform: One brief (1–2 minute) comedic monologue 16–32 bars of a song that best showcases your voice (upbeat or ballad) Accompaniment will be provided. Please bring sheet music. If interested, please apply.

12 roles

Michael ReardonMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Tenor - Lara Stone’s old flame, currently running a pizza restaurant in Bari, Italy. Involved in dance and combat.

Elsa ÜberläuferFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Any vocal part - German Archaeogeneticist. For unspecified plot purposes, requires both a German dialect and a thick Scottish dialect. Involved in combat.

Sgt. George FrenchMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Baritone - A Canadian sergeant in WWII, stationed at Battle Abbey in advance of the Battle of Normandy.

MabelMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Mezzo-soprano - George’s girlfriend back home

Basil BellingsworthMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

English curator of the Battle Abbey museum and old friend. Involved in combat.

Biggs, DooleyMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Evil Adriaan Vanderbeerput’s henchpeople. Involved in dance and combat.

Santa ClausMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

You are likely already familiar with this character. Involved in combat.

Various StudentsBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

TouristsBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Pizza Shop PatronsBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Hench PeopleBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Dancing SpidersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities