Seeking Male/Female Actors for "Cincinnati King" Show
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Audition call for the 2026-27 Season of the "Cincinnati King," a play with music, looking for Equity actors. See more details below. About the project: SYNOPSIS: Celebrate Cincinnati’s King Records in the return of the hit musical that traces the groundbreaking rise of music pioneer Syd Nathan and the artists he produced. Based on interviews, the show chronicles behind-thescenes tales of King Records hits including “The Twist,” “Blues Stay Away From Me,” “Fever” and “Need Your Love So Bad.” Cincinnati King shines the spotlight on the Queen City’s music roots. Rate: CONTRACT LORT Non-Rep MAINSTAGE: $1213 weekly minimum (LORT B) SECOND STAGE: $889 weekly minimum (LORT D) Additional info: Rehearse: 11/1/2026 Performs: 1/30 – 2/28/27 PREPARATION: 1-2 contrasting monologue(s) not to exceed 3 minutes OR 1 monologue & 1 song not to exceed 3 minutes. Please provide the music clearly marked for the accompanist. Please bring your headshot and resume stapled together. An Equity Monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition. Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employersto engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions. If interested, please submit your application.
5 role s
Nondescript age. Appears as a celebrated drummer in his late 80s and in younger flashbacks. Serves as narrator for the King Records story. Elegant.
Jewish man (appears younger in flashbacks). Founder and owner of King Records. Bold, entrepreneurial and driven.
Doubles as Hank Ballard and Bartender. One of the greatest singers of his time. Small in stature but immense in charisma and presence.
Strong singer and mover. Doubles multiple roles including Juanita Paul, Waitress, HR Lady, Anisteen Allen, Lulu Reed and others.
Strong singer and mover. Doubles multiple roles including Moon Mullican, Cowboy Copas, Applicant, Delmore Bros, Hal Nealy and others. May also play guitar with the band.
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