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ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED.
"Weird In Public" Productions seeking performers. Please see the details below.

About the project:
A groundbreakingly theatrical tale about how to love during the social collapse. An American businessman and Hungarian linguist conquer the language barrier and fall deeply in love, only to be plagued by an unnamed social illness. Their passionate love survives the contortion of their bodies and the breaking of their national spirit and even turns them into hand puppets in their quest to find a way forward. The Danube will thrill fans of weird theater and is perfect for actors looking for a meaningful script by a genius playwright and a chance to engage their emotional range and physical acting skills.

Rate:
Actors will receive a $20 stipend and a cut of any profits the production makes. 

Additional info:
lease prepare a 1-2 minute dramatic monologue, you may be asked to read sides from the script. 
Performances are April 21-22nd, 2023.
Rehearsals will begin in late February. 
 A full rehearsal schedule will be established shortly after casting with mostly night rehearsals Monday-Wednesday and select Sundays. Proof of vaccination and boosters are required prior to casting. 

For applying, please see the attachment.

$20 / Project

Theater

Male

Paul

Young Woman, Multilingual University Student.

Female

Mr. Sandor

Mr. Kovacs

Both genders

Waiter

Doctor

Barber

Casting Call for "Weird In Public" Production

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Seeking talent for "Rocco’s Crimes" Production. 
Please see the details below.

Rate:
$250.00

Additional info:
Please prepare the following: A 1-Minute performance in which you perform the entire series arc of your favorite TV show! 
Be as creative as you'd like-- Play numerous characters, be silly, and have fun. 
These auditions will be done in groups. 
Be prepared to play games and improvise together!
Rehearsals begin March 6th, M-F 6:30-9:30 PM at the Phoenix Theater in Minneapolis. 
Performances are April 6-16th.

If you are interested, please apply.

$250 / Project

Andrea is the Executive Director of Development, in charge of connecting with the community. Her desire to spread the message of Rocco's Crimes comes to a halt when she learns the audience hasn't seen the play.

Andrea Guggg

G. Matthew Carlsen (known professionally as Matthew) is the Assistant Director of Rocco's Crimes. His creative vision for the play was stifled by the true Director of the piece, and he can't help but think of how wonderful the play may have been if he had been in charge.

G. Matthew Carlsen

JD is the actor playing Rocco's best friend, Leonardo. Did JD want to play Rocco? Of course. Does he think he would have played Rocco better? Perhaps. He just needs to be given a chance to shine.

JD Higgins

Emily received her BFA in Musical Theatre, and is now performing in her first "Kitchen Sink Drama". She may be out of her comfort zone, but that's not going to stop her from putting her all into this role.

Emily Smith

Brandy's the House Manager of the theatre. She may have forgotten to adjust the times for the talkback, which may have caused the audience to ONLY arrive for the talkback, without having seen the play.

Brandy Bark

In Need of Talent for "Rocco’s Crimes" Production

The company is holding auditions for its upcoming production of "Twelfth Night, or What You Will" and looking for actors, please see the details below. 
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED.

About the project:
Twelfth Night: or WHAT YOU WILL is a Shakespearean comedy on the delusions that love inspires.
Off the coast of the land of Illyria, twins Sebastian and Viola are shipwrecked and separated by the sea. Viola, certain her brother is dead, takes disguise as a man to survive only to fall in love with her new employer Orsino. Orsino, however, loves only the countess Olivia. Who loathes Orsino but falls for Viola. Whose brother is not dead, and is mistaken for Viola. By Andrew, who sees Viola as rival for Olivia. Who is also pursued by Malvolio, convinced of her love of him by Maria and Sir Toby. Who loathes Malvolio and are very drunk. Feste plays the mandolin! It all works out.

Rate: 
$100.00

Additional info:
For your audition, please bring the following:
- Performance Resume (If available).
- Picture of Self (Can be a $200 headshot or a $1 polaroid, so as long as it is an unobscured view of your face).
- Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination.
Please see the attachment for more details.

If you are interested, please apply.

$100 / Project

(Lead) – A castaway in unrequited love with their new employer. Clever, stuck. Surrounded by madness.

Viola

(Lead) – Olivia’s kin, guest on their estate. Gregarious, boorish. The Lord of Misrule.

Sir Toby Belch

(Lead) Olivia’s steward and counsel. Stern, lawful. A pious sort driven by ambition.

Malvolio

(Lead) –  A nobleman infatuated with the idea of Olivia. Romantic, narcissistic. A lover oblivious to love.

Duke Orsino

(Supporting) – A knight seeking Olivia’s hand. Dullard, gullible. A flavor of incompetence both sweet and sad.

Sir Andrew Aguecheek

(Supporting) –  Olivia’s Lady in Waiting. Sharp, cunning. The brains behind a drunkards’ rebellion.

Maria

(Featured) – . Viola’s twin sibling. Collected, bold. Also surrounded by madness, but more concerned about it.

Sebastian

(Featured) Companion to Sebastian. Loyal, impassioned. Guided by strength of their heart.

Antonio

Smaller parts not listed here will be filled through doubling of parts.

Ensemble

Seeking Cast for "Twelfth Night, or What You Will" Play

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Auditions for the play "True West" are currently open and actors are being sought. Please see the details below.

About the project:
In this gritty American classic, sons of a desert-dwelling alcoholic clash over a film script. Austin, the achiever, is working on a script he has sold to producer Sal Kimmer when Lee, a petty appliance thief, drops in. He pitches his own idea for a movie to Kimmer, who then wants Austin to junk his bleak, modern love story and write Lee’s trashy Western tale.

Additional info:
PERFORMS: Weekends on April 21-May 14 and a night on Monday, May 1.
COVID PROTOCOL: Masks are required when CDC community levels in Hennepin County are at Medium or High. 
A memorized 2 minute monologue is strongly preferred but some readings from the script will be available. Auditioners may be asked to read things by the director in addition to doing the prepared monologue. The monologue does not need to be from the play. Director encourages you to audition with a piece you feel comfortable with and best represents you.

If you are interested, please apply.

Script writer, somewhat accomplished but really looking for his big break. Has worked hard and played by the rules. Is jealous of his brother's free spirit.

AUSTIN

A recluse, thief and a drifter. Short tempered and a little wild. Jealous of his brother's success, family and stability.

Mother of the two brothers. Lonely. Dissatisfied. Used to being disappointed by her loved ones.

Hollywood producer. A symbol of status, power and opportunity. Ready to wheel and deal and is quick with the sweet talk but also used to getting what he wants.

SAUL KIMMER

Professional Casting for "True West" Show

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED.
The theatre company is looking for performers for "Women's One Acts+". Please see the details below.

About the project:
"The Box Play (A Play About Boxes)"
When college freshman Morgan is forced to leave her childhood home due to her abusive stepmom, her best friend Lucy shows up to help pack. Morgan sets up three boxes -- one for sentimental items, one for her clothing, and one for "other," or anything else. As they go through Morgan's memories and belongings, Lucy gains uncomfortable insights into how Morgan sees their relationship.
"Discarding Skirts"
In 1908, Frank Woodhull sails back to America to the challenge of a lifetime. Were names really changed at Ellis Island? This one is. And, in the process, an identity that bravely rejects society's limitations on a woman's gender is, unwillingly, revealed.
"Perfect Maid"
When a single woman decides to get back together with the schmuck of a boyfriend who cheated on her, the maid—who cleaned the woman’s apartment and set her wounded life back on course—returns to keep the breakup intact.
"7-10 Split"
Lois Lanes, a drag queen, goes to a bowling alley to pay homage to their late grandmother and reflect, with laughter and grief, the life lessons this feisty lady taught about not only being able to bowl a strike, but live life to its fullest.
"Identity"
A son's world is shaken when his mother, suffering from Alzheimer's, mistakes him for someone else and then shocking truths are revealed.
"Ashes to Dust"
Hattie's father has just died, and she is not handling it well. It's hard enough to keep her head above water with her bickering siblings, but her bickering daughters are not helping matters. In the car leaving the wake, Hattie must make a confession to her daughters and hope for understanding.

Additional info:
Auditioners may choose to read a side from one of the plays or prepare one or two monologues, up to two minutes.
You may choose one side and role to read for your audition. You will still be considered for all of the plays. Actors will be paired together to help read the other roles in a scene. You can ask to read with someone you know if they are there at the same time.
Tech and Dress Rehearsals:
Monday, May 8 through Thursday, May 11 at 6:30 pm
Performances:
Friday and Saturday, May 12 and 13, 7:30 pm
Thursday through Saturday, May 18 to 20, 7:30 pm
Sunday, May 21, 2:00 pm
There will not be a performance on Mother’s Day.
Please see the attachment for details.

If you are interested, please apply.

"The Box Play (A Play About Boxes)"
Female presenting, witty with a good sense of humor, but can be blinded by her traumatic past of emotional abuse from her parents. Classic girl next door energy.

MORGAN

"The Box Play (A Play About Boxes)"
Female presenting, extroverted and over the top. She's friendly, loving, and loyal -- to a fault. Though Lucy can't always read the room, she always tries her best to help. She recently discovered that she's a lesbian, but is still in the closet.

LUCY

"Discarding Skirts"
Presents as male. English-Canadian. Dressed in a dark suit and a slouched hat. Has a mustache. Hoping not to stand out.

FRANK WOODHULL

"Discarding Skirts"
English working-class. Cockney accent. Wears an unassuming dress and hat. Forthright, chatty.

DAISY FLETCHER

"Discarding Skirts"
An organizer. Can be doubled with Murray.

INSPECTOR HOWELL

"Discarding Skirts"
A perceptive and fair jurist.

DEPUTY COMMISSIONER MURRAY

"Perfect Maid"
Female presenting, attractive.

MARTA MATHISON

"Perfect Maid"
Might be older than Marta (adept at physical comedy).

VERA WALTERS

"7-10 Split"
A drag queen who speaks directly to the audience. As young Louis.

LOIS LANES (A.K.A. Louis)

"7-10 Split"
Louis’s east Texas Grandmother.

GRANDMA

DALE LEE

"Identity"
Has Alzheimers, from an old French Creole family.

ROXANNE BOUVIER

"Identity"
Roxanne's son, CEO of a coffee company.

PAUL BOUVIER

"Identity"
 Roxanne's husband, also French Creole heritage.

LAWRENCE BOUVIER

"Ashes to Dust"
Anne and Meredith's mother. Coming to terms with her father's death.

HATTIE

"Ashes to Dust"
Caring but occasionally self-absorbed. Recently quit smoking.

ANNE

"Ashes to Dust"
Anne's older sister. Nurturing but sometimes smothering.

MEREDITH

Looking for Performers for "Women's One Acts+" Play

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED.
"Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike" is holding open auditions and invites individuals of diverse backgrounds, including race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, and body type, to participate. Please see the details below.

Additional info:
Please bring a headshot or current photo with you along with your calendar.  
First rehearsal: March 6th
Rehearsals will be 6:30- 9 PM Mon-Thurs.
Tech week starts Sunday, April 16.

If you are interested, please apply.

Male presenting. A gay man who lives with his step-sister Sonia. He took care of their aging parents over a long time and didn’t do much of what he’d like to have done with his life, but is resigned, more or less. He acts as the peacemaker between his two sisters. Seeking a very strong actor, great with language and timing, ability to memorize long monologues, and excellent comedic skills.

VANYA

Female presenting. Vanya’s step-sister living with him. Discontent, upset, regretful. Never had a romantic life. Volatile, and angry that her sister, Masha, has had a life. Seeking a strong comedic actor with great language skills and a wide emotional range. Will also have to impersonate Maggie Smith.

SONIA

Female presenting, Vanya’s other sister. Glamorous and successful actress who goes gallivanting around the world. A bit grandiose, but also charming. Has had five failed marriages and has recently taken up with a young actor, Spike. Has been paying everybody’s bills.

MASHA

Male presenting. An aspiring actor. Masha’s new companion. Sexy, self-absorbed boy-toy. Friendly, charming, always seductive, attractive and is very well built. Seeking a strong comedic actor who is also good at physical comedy. Role requires scenes with limited clothing. You may be asked to take off your shirt at auditions.

SPIKE

Female presenting. Lovely, sincere would-be actress, visiting her aunt and uncle next door to Vanya and Sonia. Star-struck and energetic in her enthusiasm. Responds to Vanya and is kind to him.

NINA

Female presenting. Cleaning lady and soothsayer, she often bursts into prophecy, her diction sounding like Greek tragedy mixed with contemporary thoughts and references. Her seeing the future is somewhat truthful, though not always 100% accurate. She often criticizes her employers Vanya and Sonia, but at the core wants to help them. Verbal dexterity with great comedic skills necessary.

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