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CastingInfoAn uproarious murder mystery at a stately British country manor will keep you in high spirits with a cast of mendacious yet delightful characters. Stoppard takes on both Agatha Christie and the league of theatre critics in a farcical, twisting presentation of waggish intrigue. The Real Inspector Hound highlights the author’s razor-sharp wit and crisp dialogue to the delight of the audience.
CastingInfoAnn Arbor Civic Theatre announces additional auditions for the Sondheim musical Follies. Individuals interested in dancing and/or singing in the ensemble may attend the callbacks on Saturday, October 11 at 10:00AM at the Ann Arbor Civic Theatre Studio at 322 W. Ann Street. Young men and women are particularly needed. Auditioners should come dressed for a dance audition and should prepare a musical theatre song excerpt no longer than 32 bars. Auditioners are strongly encouraged to use the “Loveland” song selection available on the A2CT website http://www.a2ct.org/files/participate/audition.htm#Follies under “All other characters and ensemble”. No pre-registration required. Individuals who have already auditioned for the production need not attend. This call is for additional performers only.
CastingInfoI am student at the University of Michigan and I am producing a film. I am working with an experienced crew and we are looking to cast an actor and actress in their mid-30's. Following are the character descriptions. Please contact me for a copy of the script. Thanks and I look forward to hearing from you. Roles that Need to be Filled Isaac - male in his 30's - The lead protagonist and loving father of David; since his wife's untimely death and his son's hopeless prognosis, he seems to have lost his vibrant energy and positive outlook on life. As tension rises, he tends to act on emotion rather than rationality. He is a good man, loving father, and close friend to Danielle, but he is willing to dive into immoral territory in order to save the one piece of family he has left: his son. Danielle - female in her 30's - The single mother of Hope; although her daughter is dying, she maintains a positive outlook on life as proven by her refusal to give Hope's liver to her best friend's son. She harbors a secret crush on Isaac that enhances her empathy for Isaac's situation. However, this crush also blinds her from Isaac's determination to save his son at any cost. Dr. Logan - male in his 40's-50's - an old friend of Isaac; Logan has been fighting David's illness for over a year, but is unable to to provide fully effective care since he cannot locate a liver donor. Due to his friendship with Isaac he finds himself emotionally attached to David's case and he refuses to concede to defeat even when all hope seems lost.
CastingInfoA film about identity defined by chaos. The story revolves around the relationship between a father and daughter. The work is to be filmed digitally and then animated by rotoscoppping over the original footage. Seeking male actor age 30-40 and girl actor age 9-13. Film will be completed and screened at the Michigan Theater by May 2009.
CastingInfoNowhere Man is a short independent film about a daughter attempting to cope with her father's dementia. CORDELIA is a middle-aged woman, who has set aside her life to take of her aging father. A once great writer, RALPH is now unable to perform simple tasks due to suffering from advanced Alzheimer’s. On a Friday night, Cordelia tries to dress her father for a dinner in his honor, while at the same time getting ready for her date. When Ralph ruins all of her preparations, Cordelia finally decides that she can no longer take care of him, but the situation is complicated when he seemingly disappears. For the first time Cordelia is confronted with the possibility of losing her father forever, until she finds Ralph on the roof of the house. The father and daughter sit together staring at the sunset. In this moment, Cordelia comes to terms with the sacrifices she makes for Ralph and ultimately decides that her father is worth it. Both characters are interesting roles for talented actors and are open to a wide age range. CORDELIA (age range 28-40) RALPH (age range 55-80) Please send a headshot and resume.
CastingInfoThis is a fairly close adaptation of Dickens' original story, emphasizing the need to rediscover our humanity through giving. It does not emphasize any one religion over another, but rather the universal need to reach out to others. There is a good balance, I think, of the dramatic and the comedic. This is not a musical, but there will be some Christmas Caroling interspersed through the scenes, so please come ready to sing one verse of your favorite Christmas Carol. All faiths and ethnicities are welcome, and all levels of ability. The emphasis here is on creating a real, old-fashioned feeling of Holiday Spirit. All parts except Scrooge, Marley, and Christmas Present are still available. There are some really good parts in this script for 10 to 18 year old actors, as the Fezziwig daughters, and as the Cratchit children, as well as a couple of other important characters. We also will need several people of all ages to play non-speaking parts as townspeople, etc. If you've ever felt like being a part of something theatrical and fun, now's the time!
CastingInfoOPEN AUDITIONS MR. SANTA CLAUS To perform with the Central City Christmas Spectacular…A Broadway-Style Musical The Central City Christmas Spectacular is currently seeking a Mr. Santa Claus for its upcoming 2008 performance. Interested candidates should have stage/acting experience and be willing to rehearse on Saturday’s beginning in October. This role includes compensation. Performance: December 18th -21st, 2008 Thursday & Friday at 6:00pm Saturday at 1:00pm & 6:00pm Sunday at 4:00pm Role Description: Looking for a jolly, witty Santa with a good sense of comedic timing. Santa & Mrs. Claus and his clumsy head elf Ellie journey through an exciting Christmas Eve experience. This is a musical comedy featuring singers, dancers, gymnasts and actors. Santa is the main role in this production. For more information regarding an audition, please mail: centralcitydance@comcast.net or call (734)459-0400
CastingInfoI am a film and business student at the University of Michigan and am looking for actors for a film that I am producing. As the producer of the film, I am working with a very experienced crew. While this is a student film, we take our work very seriously and professionally, and as the producer of the film with a strong business background, I make sure of it. But that's not to say that we don't have a lot of fun while working! Below is further information and please contact me for a copy of the script. Hope to see you there. Synopsis A tense morality play about the consequences of valuing one life over another, (Insert Title) depicts a man's fight to save his son from a deadly disease. Upon discovering his son has little more than a few months to live, Isaac Fleming requests a liver transplant from his best friend's terminally ill daughter. As his friend declines to help, Isaac resolves to find an alternate solution until an unexpected seizure threatens to end young David's life within the next few days. Tension rises as the line between right and wrong begin to blur and Isaac soon enacts an irrational, desperate plot that threatens to forever change his life and the lives of his dearest friends. Roles that need to be filled: Isaac - male in his 30's - The lead protagonist and loving father of David; since his wife's untimely death and his son's hopeless prognosis, he seems to have lost his vibrant energy and positive outlook on life. As tension rises, he tends to act on emotion rather than rationality. He is a good man, loving father, and close friend to Danielle, but he is willing to dive into immoral territory in order to save the one piece of family he has left: his son. Danielle - female in her 30's - The single mother of Hope; although her daughter is dying, she maintains a positive outlook on life as proven by her refusal to give Hope's liver to her best friend's son. She harbors a secret crush on Isaac that enhances her empathy for Isaac's situation. However, this crush also blinds her from Isaac's determination to save his son at any cost. Dr. Logan - male in his 40's-50's - an old friend of Isaac; Logan has been fighting David's illness for over a year, but is unable to to provide fully effective care since he cannot locate a liver donor. Due to his friendship with Isaac he finds himself emotionally attached to David's case and he refuses to concede to defeat even when all hope seems lost. David - boy ages 5-10 years old - The only family Isaac has left; he is a joyful young boy that loves his father above all else. He cannot partake in the same physical activities as other children for fear of upsetting his blood-oxygen balance. However, he finds it difficult to bottle his energy and eventually sets off an attack that prompts Isaac's desperation. Hope - girl ages 5-10 years old - Danielle's dying daughter; she represents a symbol of hope for the principal characters. Her life is Danielle's hope and her death is Isaac's and there in lies the problem. Although she is light on dialogue and a bit sickly, she possesses a distinctly enthusiastic aura that highlights her child-like innocence.
CastingInfoThere are featured roles for 14 men ages 20-85 and 18 women ages 19-85, plus an ensemble of men and women. Actors should prepare a song from the show listed online at a2ct.org and should come prepared to dance. Auditions will also consist of cold readings from the script. Those auditioning need attend only one of the first two auditions but should be available for callbacks. No pre-registration required. Rehearsals begin October 27.
CastingInfoThose auditioning should visit the website for specific songs to prepare from the show. Character descriptions are also on the website. There are featured roles for 14 men ages 20-85 and 18 women ages 19-85, plus an ensemble of men and women.
CastingInfoThe story of Robert and Michelle, who meet during their last year at High School and it is love at first sight. Their love is tested as Robert must follow his dream and support his country by enlisting in the military. Michelle, needing reassurance in the power of love, finds consolation in her family, friends, and especially her Grandmother. Told entirely through the music of the Beatles, this is a rock opera for all generations, full of vivid dancing and memorable music which will surely warm the heart of any age. This show is a musical with no spoken dialogue; the show is completely singing and dancing non-stop; a choreographed rock concert basically with the live band musicians of local Beatles tribute band Toppermost. “A Boy. A Girl. The Beatles” will be a mix of “High School Musical” meets “Grease” meets “Hairspray” meets “Across The Universe” but set in contemporary times. So if you want to be in the show you will need to enjoy singing and dancing like crazy! Auditioners must be 4th through 9th graders. One lead boy and one lead girl roles, but many other supporting roles and ensemble roles. Guys are definitely needed so drag as many with you as you can! Audition will consist of a basic dance sequence followed by you singing 16 bars of a song of your choice, except for the two leads - please see the website aboyagirlthebeatles.org for complete audition information and requirements. Thanks!
CastingInfoClue, the musical is based on the popular board game. It is a cast of 5 men and 3 women. The age range is mid 20's to mid 50's. Rehearsals will be Tuesday-Thursday at 7PM and possibly Sunday afternoon/evening. Center Stage is a new company in the area. We would love to have you join us!
CastingInfoI am looking for really great talented actors/actresses. I do a lot of plays. Some of my show are scripted and some are imrpovisational. If yoy are interested please be sure to contact me. If you don't get an answer, just leave me a meassage.
CastingInfoLooking for 1.elderly gentlemen to play wealthy rancher 2. young boy to play 7-8 year old (starring role) 3. young girl to play 7-8 yr. old (starring role) 4. younng man to play 16 yr. old ranch hand - must be good looking and athletic) 5. Banker (40's-50's villain)
CastingInfoLend Me a Tenor is a comedy about a small opera company and the hijinks that ensue when a famous tenor arrives to guest star in a performance of Otello. There are roles for 4 men ages 18-70 and 4 women ages 20-80. Those auditioning for Tito, Max, and the Bellhop should prepare 16 bars of an operatic-sounding song to be sung a cappella. Singers need only be able to sing in tune and loudly; no vocal training required.
CastingInfoJunior Theatre is for actors in GRADES 4-12; no exceptions. This delightful, modern adaptation of the classic fairy tale has roles for up to 25 young actors. Rehearsals are generally Tues & Thurs afternoons from 4-6pm and Sundays from noon-3pm.
CastingInfoCasting for Children's Television Pilot Production Talent Showcase segment Showcase segment of show will showcase children with different talents. More info at Peppamintkidzstudios.com
CastingInfoPlot of the show: set in the 1940's. An uncouth, corrupt tycooon, Harry Brock, brings his showgirl mistress Billy Dawn with him to Washington, D.C. When Billie's ignorance becomes a liability to Brock's business dealings, he hires a journalist, Paul Verrall, to educate his girlfriend. In the process of learning, Billie realizes how corrupt her boyfriend is and begins interfering with his plans to 'buy' a few congressmen. Further info: Anyone 16 or under needs to have an adult with them for auditions. Anyone older up to 18 can audition without parent, but needs to have a parent/guardian sign off on the consent. There are everal roles with little or no dialogue, for those interested in acting without the stress of memorizing lines. It is not necessary to attend both nights of auditions, nor will there be any callbacks. Roles: Main Characters(Heavy rehearsal schedule) Harry Brock (M 35-55) Uncouth, corrupt Junk Tycoon Billie Dawn(F 25-40) Harry's mistress, a blonde, brassy Paul Verrall (M 25-45) A jounalist trying to get dirty on Harry Ed Devery (M 40-up) Harry's gin soaked counsel Eddie Brock (M 25-up) Harry's cousin and valet SUPPORTING CHARACTERS (light rehearsal Schedule) Senator Norval Hedges (M 40-up) On harry's payroll Mrs. Hedges (F 35-up) Helen (F 18-up) Hotel maid Assistant Hotel Manager (M 30-up) ROLES WITH LITTLE OR NO DIALOGUE bellhops (2 needed) Waiter Barber Manicurist NOTE ON CHARACATERS'APPEARANCE- The play is set in 1946, so any facial hair more than pencil moutaches will not be allowed. Also, Billie Dawn's character will have to be a blonde for the production.
CastingInfoCome join us when we present Christmas Carol the musical.
CastingInfoOn Golden Pond is about an aging couple, Ethel and Norman Thayer, who spend each summer at their home on a lake, Golden Pond. One summer, they are visited by their daughter Chelsea with her fiancé and his son in tow. The play explores the turbulent relationship the young woman shared with her father growing up, and the difficulties faced by a couple in the twilight years of a long marriage. Character ages are Norman Thayer (about 80), Ethel Thayer (60s), Charlie Martin (40s), Chelsea (late 30s/mid 40s), Bill Ray (40s), and Billy Ray (about 13 years old).
CastingInfoAudition Process: Mass Meeting for more information on September 7 at 6PM at Copeland Theater. Auditioners should prepare a one minute vocal audition with accompaniment (accompanist provided), preferably from musical theater and NOT from The Apple Tree. Auditioners must provide clearly-marked sheet music in their preferred key (vocal line with chords or with piano accompaniment). No vocal line-only sheet music or a cappella auditions, please. Auditioners should be prepared for short cold readings. Callbacks, if necessary, will consist of vocals and dialogue from the show. Production Information: The show is a series of three one act shows. Consequently some parts can be double or triple cast as necessary. Adult cast (14 and older) with one role 10-13yrs. Principle roles consist of up to 3 lead females (mezzo-soprano) and 6 males(3 tenor, 3 baritone) with opportunities for several smaller speaking roles. There is a chorus in 2 of the 3 acts that will accommodate up to 6 females and 6 males. There is some lead and chorus dancing, though not all leads will dance
CastingInfoJust noticed that the dates and days don't quite match in our original listing. These are the correct dates and times. For further information, please see http://www.a2ct.org
CastingInfoWild Swan, a professional, non-equity company performing for family audiences, is seeking actors for their 29th season. The company gives 175 performances a year in its home base of Ann Arbor and on tour throughout the state. Actors will be considered for roles in two productions: Our own musical version of A CHRISTMAS CAROL (Performances December 10 - 14, 2008) and George Selden’s classic tale of life in a NYC subway in the 1930’s, THE CRICKET IN TIMES SQUARE (Performances April 29 - May 3, 2009), as well as positions with our touring company. (Actors will be paid $75/performance.) Wild Swan is seeking experienced adult actors for roles between the ages of 13 and 60, giving special attention to creating multi-cultural casts. Actors should please prepare a short (1-2 minute) comedic monologue and be prepared to move. For information and to make an audition appointment, please call (734) 995-0530 or email Michelle Lanzi, Company Manager at michelle@wildswantheater.org.
CastingInfoThis is a faithful and stunning adaptation of Mary Shelley's Gothis Horror Novel, Frankenstein. Roles for: 4 Males (ages 19 - 25) 1 Female (age 19 - 25) 1 Male (age 40 - 60) Resume / Headshot / prepared monologue (if available)
CastingInfoMedia Release: Westborn Market will host the Homestyle Chef Show OPEN CASTING Aug 9, 2008 10 A.M. to 3 P.M. Westborn Market14925 Middlebelt Rd. Livonia, MI 48154 G1NBC Global 1 Network Broadcasting Company 1977 - 2008NB313.406.7557 Title: Homestyle Chef Show Author: G1NBC Sitcoms Type: Sitcoms Media Locale: Westborn Market Livonia, Michigan Media Date Time: Aug 9 10A.M. to 3P.M Performance Locale: Westborn Market Livonia Michigan Performance Date Time: TBN Theater Company: G1NBC Global 1 Network Broadcasting Company Artistic Direction: G1NBC Sitcoms Contact Person: G1NBC Studio Center 313 406 7557 Contact Info: www.g1nbc.com Audition Process: Dress to move Expire Date: Aug 30 2008 Media UPOST Info Livonia Michigan, Westborn Market: will be hosting the Homestyle Chef Show in Metro Detroit. Casting for show will start on Aug, 9 2008NB from 10A.M. to 3 P.M.. Locations: Livonia Please bring head shot the type of meal you will cook and go to website for updates join the group to get up dates: http://g1nbc.org/connect/groups/view/id_6/title_homestyle-chef-show/ The Homestyle Chef Show, Do you think you can Cook. The Homestyle Chef Show will be 13 episodes. The meals for the show will consists of Kids meal made by kids and the main meal for the day and dessert the person must be over 18 years of age, plus a bonus meal from the Top Chefs of Metro area. The Homestyle Chef Reporters will be around town showing you more products that can be used in the kitchen and home. The Homestyle Chef publication is a Cook Book / Magazine about the show. homestylechefshow@yahoo.com Please Call 313.406.7557 Kevin Lamb
CastingInfoJoin Second City alum and popular TPT performer Quintin Hicks and learn the basics of improv. This class will lead you through guidelines that will help you onstage or off. Let your mind go and have some fun! Students will perform in "Improv at the Point" on October 14. $175
CastingInfoAn introduction to performing and developing public speaking skills. Students will explore theatre basics, including stage presence, vocal projection, articulation and learing to work as an ensemble. Session will end with a "sharing" for friends and family. $75
CastingInfoYou Can’t Take It With You Audition Notes Ages listed in the character descriptions are the ages of the characters, not necessarily the ages of the actors. Physical characteristics (hairiness, baldness) are as described in the script, but not carved in stone, or even lukewarm Jello. The cast is primarily three generations of an extended family that live together in a large house near Columbia University. The time period is the mid to late Thirties. The cast is listed in order of appearance. Penelope Sycamore (Penny) is Grandpa’s daughter, in her early 50’s. She is unflappable, enthusiastic, and follows multiple Muses, writing and painting being the most recent. She is onstage 65 pages. Essie Carmichael (Paul and Penny’s daughter) is about 29. She has the elfin air of a ballerina. Classical dance is her obsession, and making candy is her hobby. The actress taking this role should have some dance training, as she will be dancing, doing ballet stretches, etc. throughout the play. She is onstage 50 pages. Rheba is the family cook. She is in her mid 30’s. She is very much a willing participant in the gentle lunacy of the family. The part is written for an African-American, but could be played without reference to ethnicity. She is onstage 18 pages. Paul Sycamore (Penny’s husband) is in his early 50’s. His current avocation is designing, making and selling fireworks. He is onstage 54 pages. Mr. dePinna delivered the ice to the house eight years ago, and hasn’t left yet. Along with Ed, he makes fireworks in the basement. He also is the model for an unfinished painting of a discus thrower that Penny is working on. He is described as being bald, though this is not required for the part. His physique has gone a little bit to seed since Penny started the painting eight years earlier. He is onstage 37 pages. Ed Carmichael (Essie’s husband) is in his mid 30’s. In the script, he plays a xylophone, and is fascinated with a printing press. As with Essie, the actor going for this role ideally should be able to play a xylophone. If you play any musical instrument, be prepared to demonstrate it at the audition. The music in the script is never explicitly written out, but one piece is a blend of Beethoven and jazz, while the other title mentioned is “Goody-Goody”! He is onstage 55 pages. Donald (Rheba’s boyfriend) is in his mid 30’s. He helps around the house, though he does not live there. He is unemployed, collecting a welfare check every week. The part is written for an African-American, but could be played without reference to ethnicity. He is onstage 18 pages. Martin Vander Hof (Grandpa) is in his early 70’s. He is a gentle man who has made peace with the world, not by following its rules, but by ignoring the ones he doesn’t like. At an earlier age he had been a successful financier, and he still has a small income from some properties he owns. He is onstage 58 pages. Alice Sycamore (Paul and Penny’s daughter) is about 22. While clearly a loving member of this family, she is slightly less touched by the family eccentricity. She is the only one in the family with a regular wage-paying job as a secretary to Tony Kirby. She is onstage 45 pages. Mr. Henderson is from the Department of Justice. He is trying to get Grandpa to pay eight years of back taxes, unsuccessfully. He is onstage 4 pages, and could double for one of the J-men. Tony Kirby is the romantic lead, in his mid 20‘s. He is a recent graduate of Yale and Cambridge universities, and has reluctantly taken on the “job” of vice president in his dad’s firm. He’s a bit of an idealist, and head over heels in love with Alice. He is onstage 39 pages. Boris Kolenkhov is Essie’s ballet coach, and a Russian émigré’. He is described as a great, hairy bear of a man with a booming voice, alternately enthusiastic and Russian gloomy. He wrestles onstage. He is onstage 31 pages. Gay Wellington is an alcoholic actress that Penny brings home to read a play. She spends much of her stage time passed out on the sofa. She is onstage 18 pages. Mr. Kirby (Tony’s father) is in his 50’s. He is a stuffed shirt business tycoon with the beginnings of an ulcer. He raises prize orchids as a hobby. At one point in the show, he is wrestled to the ground by Kolenkhov. He is on stage 25 pages. Mrs. Kirby (Tony’s mother) is in her early 50’s. She is a wealthy socialite who believes in Spiritualism. She is on stage 17 pages. Three J-Men all from department of Justice, sent to arrest the whole family for sedition and bad manners. They are onstage 4 pages. Grand Duchess Olga Katrina is a cook at a New York department store restaurant. She is deposed Russian nobility (it says here!). A good Russian accent would be a plus in this part. She is onstage 7 pages.
CastingInfoMad Canoes is a local Ann Arbor film company that is shooting a spec scene from the script Pelican with the hopes of eventually shooting Pelican as a feature. We are looking for a female in her early 20's and late 20's early 30's as well as a male early 20's and a male in his 50's. Shooting will last one day. If interested please email a head shot and resume to madcanoes@gmail.com We look forward to working with you.
CastingInfoOpen Auditions are being held for DANCERS, SINGERS, and GYMNASTS to perform in the Central City Christmas Spectacular--"The Most Explosive Christmas Show Around Town". The cast of over 100 Dancers, ages 7-adult, Broadway Singers, and Gymnasts dazzle audience members of all ages while singing and dancing to classic holiday songs. The Central City Christmas Spectacular showcases Musical Theater Jazz and Tap Dance, Ballet (minimal), Swing Dance, Vocal arrangements, Acting and even Hip Hop Dance. The show is in its 5th sold-out season.
CastingInfoCHARLIE BROWN SPECIFICS... CPP is looking to cast between 8-12 actors for this production. - Experience VS. No Experience: CPP is completely open to casting people with ALL LEVELS of experience. Whoever wins the role during the entire audition process is cast. It's that simple. People who show up prepared, patient, take risks, willing to work... with a great attitude = an awesome, lasting impression<BR><BR> THE SYNOPSIS: ... a day made up of little moments picked from all the days of Charlie Brown,from Valentine's Day to the Baseball Season, from wild optimism to utter despair, all mixed in with the lives of his friends... and strung together on the string of a single day, Look at life with six-year old innocence as the characters share their hopes, dreams, and their angst-ridden but optimistic view of the world. Roles Available: Charlie Brown (Baritone) Lucy Van Pelt (Mezzo) Snoopy (Tenor) Sally Brown (Soprano) Schroeder (Tenor) Linus Van Pelt (Baritone) We will also be casting a small 3-6 person ensemble as well as 3-6 children to play small Woodstocks. Please check out our website at www.cantonpremiereplayers.com for more specific detailed audition information including character descriptions and audition materials.
CastingInfoLink4Productions is looking for a Producer's Assistant and musical director for the 2008-2009 season. We are an entertainment company with a focus on live theatre and events for the community. We are also accepting resumes for actors. If interested send email and resume with a brief description of your work experience and why you want to work for us to Link4Productions@att.net
CastingInfoUMGASS is seeking directors of any skill level to petition for next year's season. Positions for stage and music directors, choreographers, set, costume, hair/makeup and props designers, as well as technical directors and lighting designers are all open. Email umgassexec@umich.edu to request a petition time or with further inquiries.
CastingInfoIf you are interested in auditioning send an email to felicedavis@sbcglobal.net The P S M Play Project is an adaptation of the book entitled The Prodigal Son, written by V. Ricardo Thomas Sr. and is the autobiography of V. Ricardo Thomas Sr. The purpose of this collaboration is to transform the book into a gospel stage play. The book tells the story of how V. Ricardo Thomas Sr.’s life at an early age takes a turn down the wrong path and leads him to a life of drug addiction and crime. This play will tell the story using dramatization and musical art form to show the audience that Satan is out to kill, steal and destroy our young people. It will also serve as testimony of what God can do and show that he is a deliverer and a promise keeper. This play will show the depths of an addiction and how it affects the life of the addict as well as the ones who love them. It will also show what God’s healing power does. This play will depict the downfalls of an addiction and the gift of restoration through the grace and mercy of God.
CastingInfoAudition Details: Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script and related material selected by the director. Please bring a complete and accurate list of potential rehearsal conflicts. The Play: "Exit the King" was created by the noted absurdist playwright Eugene Ionesco, author of "The Bald Soprano" and "Rhinoceros." The Story: As his kingdom has been collapsing around him, King Berenger has been putting off his own death for over 300 years. So what's another 90 minutes? But when it's time to go, it's time to go, and his ex-wife, his second (trophy) wife, his doctor, his nurse, and his man-at-arms, are more than ready and willing to prepare the way out. With absurd inevitability, both comedy and tragedy ensue. The Characters: King Berenger the First – The King is nearing the end of his life. In fact, his life ends at the final curtain. This role requires an actor who can portray an age range of 60 years or above. Berenger is a Lear-esque role that reveals nearly every aspect of behavior common to the human condition. In addition, the actor in this role must be physically fit, as the King must fall and rise to his feet several times, and must climb stairs frequently during the show. Queen Marguerite – Berenger’s first wife is a no-nonsense woman of middle-age or above who takes it upon herself to successfully complete the King’s demise. Her demeanor may seem harsh as she relentlessly moves the death ritual toward its conclusion, but as everyone else gradually falls away from Berenger, she is left alone to unburden the King in his final moments. Queen Marie – Berenger’s second wife is a ‘trophy wife’ who urges her beloved King to hold back Death’s sickle as it descends. She is so empathetic to his desire to resist death, and so emotionally stricken at its approach, that her attempts to console him amount to little more than ineffectual defiance. She should be conspicuously younger than Marguerite. The Doctor – The Doctor observes the decline of his* royal patient with little more than intellectual curiosity at its progression. In addition to being a man* of medicine, he* is also a combination of royal astrologer and royal executioner, and so has only the most desultory interest in the eventual outcome. The Doctor can be almost any (adult) age, though perhaps middle-age or above is preferable. Juliette – Juliette is a combination maid, nurse and general dogsbody for the King, and is more concerned with her own duties than in the larger issues of the disappearance and decline of civilization. She often embodies an outside perspective that mirrors what one might expect from the audience. She could be played as either old or young – the target age is probably older than young and younger than old. Guard – The Guard is sometimes narrator, sometimes commentator, sometimes Greek chorus – and even occasionally does a bit of ‘play-by-play.’ A good and genial sense of (low) humor is the most important quality for the actor playing this character. The guard is specified in the script as being relatively old; I intend to cast whoever is funniest, regardless of age. * the Doctor is written for (and has generally been played by) a man, but I see no reason why gender-blind casting could not be used for this character.
CastingInfoThis is the second casting call for an independent short film to be shot in July- early August at the convenience of the cast and crew involved. The filming itself is expected to take 3 to 4 full days. In addition the cast is expected to attend a few rehearsals prior to the shoot dates. The story is about the parents of a young girl who has mysteriously disappeared. As they search for her they piece together and confront the reason why she had gone missing. The roles are listed below: Mark (lead role)- male, white, 30s to 40s Dora- female, white, 30s to 40s Angelica- female, white, 9 to 12 Patricia- female, any race, 30s to 60s Unnamed Woman- female, any race, any age Psychologist- male, any race, any age Cashier- male, any race, any age Please feel welcome to send any questions to the e-mail address provided. NOTE: If you auditioned for Angelica last Sunday June 29th, do not come to this audition. It is the very same short.
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