Performers Needed for Theatre Audition "Destiny of Desire"
Casting Equity performers for "Destiny of Desire". See the breakdown below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: On a stormy night in Bellarica, Mexico, two baby girls are born — one into outlandish wealth, and one into a life of poverty. When the newborns are swapped by a ruthless ex-beauty queen, the stage is set for two outrageous misfortunes to grow into an extraordinary destiny. A hilarious homage to the telenovela, bursting with Brechtian interludes, Shakespearian-style antics, and live music. Rate: $1213 weekly minimum (LORT B) - The Wolf - Paying $1225 weekly $1114 weekly minimum (LORT C) - The Kilstrom - Paying $1225 weekly $889 weekly minimum (LORT D) - The Singleton - Paying $1225 weekly $658 weekly minimum (TYA) - The Randy Weeks Conservatory Theatre - Paying $1112 weekly Additional info: LORT Non-Rep contract. The Wolf Theatre. This is a co-production — actors must also be available for the Center Theatre Group run at the Mark Taper Forum. Actors must be available for both engagements to be considered. CTG run: rehearsals November 3, tech November 6, previews November 11, opening November 15, closing December 20, 2026 (potential extension through December 27). Please prepare two contrasting monologues. Singers may substitute one monologue for a song from a musical standard. Total audition package: 3 minutes maximum. An accompanist will be provided. Video submissions are not being accepted at this time. An Equity monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of the audition. If interested, please apply.
14 role s
(Female identifying) A beautiful, promising yet poor mother who due to circumstances becomes a maid to the richest woman in town. She is an excellent mother, loyal to her loved ones and a warm-hearted woman. Excellent Singer, soloist, Mezzo.
(Male identifying) Hortencia’s hardworking husband. He’s poor, has scars on his face. He will do anything for his family. Excellent Singer, soloist, Baritone.
(Male identifying) Owner of The Castillo Casino. The most powerful and richest man in town. He is driven first by money but has a soft spot for his children. Good Singer, non-soloist.
(Female identifying) The beauty Queen wife of Armando Castillo. A complicated woman, driven by passion, greed, and her need for status in society. She will do or say anything to get what she wants. Good singer, potential soloist, Alto.
(Male identifying) Armando’s estranged son from a former marriage. He’s trying to make amends with his father, let go of mistakes he’s made in the past. He falls madly in love with Pilar. Excellent Singer, soloist, Tenor.
(Male identifying) The Head of the Hospital. His interest in Hortencia (a married woman) drives him to practice unethical acts in order to pressure her. He uses his influence and power. Good Singer, non-soloist.
(Male identifying) Doctor Jorge Ramiro Mendoza’s handsome estranged son…also a doctor. He falls in love with Victoria and shares her dream to open a clinic for the poor. Good Singer, non-soloist.
(Female identifying) A nurse who is a nun. She became a nun after losing her memory in an accident. In the past, she had a family and influence. She is strategic, kind, but also abides by the rules of her world. Good Singer, non-soloist.
Piano and Guitar - comfortable with pop, traditional latin styles, and improvisation.
Melodic instrument - Violin or Trumpet. Additional instruments (sax, bass, percussion, etc. is a bonus.)
(Male identifying) Covers Ernesto Del Rio, Sebastian Jose Castillo / Paramedic 1 / Cop 1 & Dr. Diego Mendoza / Paramedic 2 / Cop 2 tracks.
(Male identifying) Covers Armando Castillo & Doctor Jorge Ramiro Mendoza / Casino Dealer / Cop tracks.
(Female identifying) Covers Victoria Maria Del Rio / Nurse 1 & Pilar Esperanza Castillo / Nurse 2 tracks.
(Female identifying) Covers Hortencia Del Rio & Fabiola Castillo & Sister Sonia tracks.
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