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"The Complete Timeline of Sarah and Eloise" Reading Needs Actors

Portland, ME, United States
ID: 299151Exp: 12/14/2025
$150/project
online audition
Description:

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Casting call for “The Complete Timeline of Sarah and Eloise” Staged Reading Musical, looking for 8 principal roles and ensemble readers. See more details below. About the project: A time-traveling historian breaks her most sacred rule by falling in love with a Filipina folk singer in 1968 New York, just as the Stonewall uprising ignites. This staged reading workshop explores love, identity, and activism, blending historical context with compelling musical storytelling. Rate: $150 stipend for all cast members Additional info: Location: Portland (specific location TBA) If interested, please submit with: Subject Line: Audition – [Your Name] – [Role(s) of Interest] Body: Brief bio, location, and preferred audition method (In-Person or Virtual) Attachment: Headshot and resume Audition Notes: This is a staged reading; scripts will be provided. Focus on strong vocal delivery and compelling storytelling. Inclusive casting; performers of all backgrounds encouraged to apply.

8 roles

Eloise / NanaFemale20-79 y.o.Pacific Islander

Filipina, Mezzo-Soprano with strong folk belt; strong actor-singer; must convincingly mime playing a guitar. Filipina actress only.

SarahFemale20-39 y.o.All ethnicities

Alto with a powerful mix; time-traveling historian; strong actor-singer conveying deep emotion and internal conflict.

EmilyFemale20-39 y.o.African-American

Supporting vocalist with harmony skills; Eloise’s best friend and sharp-witted activist.

DanielMale20-49 y.o.All ethnicities

High Baritone/Tenor with a rock edge; Sarah’s colleague torn between duty and friendship.

Miss MajorFemale30-59 y.o.African-American

Trans actress, speaking role; wise, weary, protective mentor and activist, based on historical figure Miss Major Griffin-Gracy.

MarcusMale20-49 y.o.African-American

Speaking role; charismatic and principled member of the Black Panther Party.

Nurse DaphneMale30-59 y.o.All ethnicities

Primarily non-singing; caretaker with a gentle presence and mysterious connection to the past.

Ensemble ReaderBoth genders18-96 y.o.All ethnicities

Strong sight-reader and singer; covers multiple supporting roles (e.g., reporters, agents, protesters).