Casting Performers for "The Sisters" Play
The play "The Sisters" seeks performers. Please see the breakdown below. ONLY OCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Additional info: Audition deadline March 1st. All performers must be reliable, collaborative, and comfortable working in an ensemble-driven show. When applying, please include the subject: "Velvet Mic – Audition." and include: 1. Headshot • PDF or JPG • Professional or clear, well-lit photo (no filters) 2. Resume • PDF preferred • Performance experience encouraged but not required 3. Audition Video • 60–90 seconds of a song • Musical theatre, R&B, soul, or pop preferred • A Acapella or instrumental track acceptable 4. Slate (at the top of your video or in the email body) • Name • Vocal range • Location • Pronouns (optional) 5. Role(s) You Are Interested In • Please list specific character(s) (e.g., Lena, Niya, Ava, Marcus, etc.) • You may list multiple roles 6. Availability • Any major conflicts or scheduling limitations • Indicate if you are available for rehearsals and performance dates (TBA) 7. Additional Materials (Optional but Encouraged) • Dance reel (if applicable) • Monologue (30–60 seconds, contemporary or dramatic) • Social media handle (optional).
10 role s
Vocal Range: Soprano (High Harmony) Description: Lena is the fire. Ambitious, fearless, and born to command a stage. She believes in the group deeply, but she also believes she was meant for more—and struggles with how to want the spotlight without overshadowing her sisters. Lena’s arc is about learning that leadership doesn’t mean control. Performance Notes: • Strong belt and soaring high notes • Confident mover • Carries opening energy and big ensemble moments
Vocal Range: Mezzo-Soprano (Mid Harmony) Description: Niya is the heart and glue of the sisters. Emotionally intuitive, reflective, and soulful. She often sees conflict before it explodes and tries to hold everyone together. Niya’s journey is about claiming her own voice instead of always harmonizing for others. Performance Notes: • Warm, expressive tone • Strong acting through song • Sings emotional centerpieces like “I Stand in Harmony”
Vocal Range: Alto (Low Harmony) Description: Ava is grounded, observant, and quietly powerful. She speaks less, but when she does, it matters. Ava often carries the emotional weight of the family and understands the cost of success before the others do. Her arc explores strength through stability, not volume. Performance Notes: • Rich lower register • Strong presence without overplaying • Anchors harmonies and dramatic scenes ⸻
Vocal Range: Tenor (Male Lead) Description: Marcus is the charismatic lead of an all-male group and the primary love interest. He understands the industry’s shine and its cruelty. His connection with one of the sisters is genuine, but complicated by ambition and competition. Performance Notes: • Strong contemporary R&B vocal • Emotional soloist (“Lights Don’t Love You Back”) • Must balance charm and vulnerability
Vocal Range: Baritone Description: Jamal is loyal, steady, and often the voice of reason within the male group. He supports Marcus but is not afraid to question decisions. Performance Notes: • Strong harmonizer • Good rhythm and presence • Delivers talk-sung sections well
Vocal Range: Tenor Description: Taye brings energy, confidence, and flash. He thrives in performance and competition but hides his insecurities behind bravado. Performance Notes: • Agile tenor • Strong mover • Adds excitement to group numbers
(The Mother) Vocal Range: Contralto / Alto Description: The mother of the sisters. Wise, loving, and realistic. She understands sacrifice and warns her daughters about the cost of fame. Her role is strongest in Act I, grounding the emotional stakes of the show. Performance Notes: • Emotionally rich voice • Sings “Without the Spotlight” • Strong actor-first role
(The Manager) Vocal Range: Baritone Description: A polished, persuasive industry manager. He sees talent as product and opportunity as leverage. Not a villain, but a pressure point—his presence forces the characters to confront what they’re willing to trade for success. Performance Notes: • Strong spoken delivery • Talk-singing and rhythmic dialogue • Commands the stage in ensemble scenes
(Optional but Flexible) • Backup singers • Industry figures • Crowd voices • Dancers (Ensemble may double roles depending on production size.)
Translations Productions is seeking strong singers and actors for VELVET MIC, an original musical.
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