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September 14, 2023 · 6:13 am

Auditions Announced for WHITE CHRISTMAS at Rise Up Performing Arts

RUPA_logoSeeking strong singers and actors ages 10 – 18 years old.

Please prepare a 1 minute musical theatre style song.  Please use an accompaniment track, without vocals. There will be a speaker connection for phones and mp3 players. Please have music cued up to where your singing will begin.

Auditions: September 29th from 6-9pm & 30th from Noon to 3pm. Click here to sign up for an audition slot.

Location
Rise Up Performing Arts
228 Court St
Hamilton, OH 45011

Callbacks: October 1st at 5:00 (specific times will be given for different roles)

For: Ages 10-18

Rehearsals Begin: October 8th

Rehearsals: Monday & Thursdays 6-9 Sundays 3-6

Show Dates: December 7th-10th

Show Location: The Sorg Opera House

Directed by: Rodney Neal

Roles Available

ENSEMBLE
Large singing-dancing ensemble consisting of ‘Jimmy’s Back Room’ Clubgoers, Train Passengers, Inn Guests, Chorus Kids, Patrons of the Regency Room

CHARACTERS

  • Bob Wallace – a superb singer with a crooning style who moves well
  • Phil Davis – strong jazz and tap-dancing needed – a song-and-dance comic performer
  • Betty Haynes – a female singer of quiet beauty and charm who must move well
  • Judy Haynes – strong jazz and tap-dancing needed – a major song-and-dance performer
  • General Henry Waverly – with the exception of one line, a non-singing role
  • Martha Watson – a winning, appealing character-comedienne
  • Susan Waverly – she must have an excellent belt voice and be able to move well
  • Ralph Sheldrake
  • Rita
  • Rhoda
  • Ezekiel Foster
  • Mike
  • Tessie
  • Jimmy
  • Cigarette Girl
  • Snoring Man
  • Mrs. Snoring Man
  • Train Conductor
  • Dance Captain
  • Seamstress
  • Assistant Seamstress
  • Ed Sullivan Announcer
  • Regency Room Announcer – offstage voice
  • Sheldrake’s Secretary – offstage voice
  • ‘Jimmy’s Back Room’ Clubgoers
  • Train Passengers
  • Inn Guests
  • Chorus Kids
  • Patrons of the Regency Room

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September 14, 2023 · 5:59 am

Auditions Announced for ART at Village Players

VP_new logoVillage Players of Fort Thomas is holding auditions for ART by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton
Courtesy of Dramatists Play Service Inc.
Directed by John Leo Muething
Produced by Katie Jensen and Aimée Ward

Auditions will be held at the street-level Judith M. Sarakatsannis Gallery at 8 N. Fort Thomas Ave, Fort Thomas, KY, 41075.

Monday, October 9 from 7:00-9:30pm and Wednesday, October 11 from 7:00-9:30pm.

Please sign up for an audition slot here.

If you are not able to attend either day, video auditions may be sent in by Oct. 11 at 7pm (details available on our website).

Rehearsals begin in January (read-thru in November/December). Show dates are February 23-March 2, 2024.

Characters (ages are approximate):

  • MARC, 40s-60s (male-presenting): Successful, Married, Aeronautical Engineer. Enjoys sharing his knowledge with others.
  • SERGE, 40s-60s (male-presenting): Successful, Divorced, Dermatologist. Enjoys sharing experiences with others.
  • YVAN, 40s-60s (male-presenting): Less-than-successful, Engaged, Paper Salesman. Enjoys making those around him happy.

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September 12, 2023 · 8:16 pm

Video Auditions Announced for SEE ME. HEAR ME. Tour at American Legacy Theatre

ALT_logoACTOR
(ANY GENDER)

MISSION
American Legacy Theatre generates inviting, reimagined theatrical experiences for all people to have a voice in enriching society.

PROJECT
SEE ME. HEAR ME. is an original one-act play focused around family miscommunication, youth trauma stemming from isolation and gender identity, and career pathways in behavioral health all to reduce stigma around youth mental health services. Developed with A.L.T, in consultation with Ohio’s Dept of Mental Health and Addiction Services, this piece was written by Executive Artistic Director & CEO, Matthew David Gellin.

SEE ME. HEAR ME. is to be performed in a state-wide non-union tour to Ohio high schools. This will be a 6-person company – 4 actors, 1 stage manager, 1 company manager, 2 vans.

** Rehearsals and performances will be predominantly during the day time Monday through Friday. Weekends and evenings may be used for alternative performance times. Performances will be up to 5 days a week.**

TIMELINE
Video Auditions: NOW. Submit by September 18, 2023 for first consideration.
Rehearsals begin: October 2, 2023
First Performance Date: October 10, 2023
Current Ending Contract Date: November 19, 2023
Up to 10 performances a week of this 45-minute piece.

To submit a video audition, use the appropriate side(s) provided. You may provide sides for up to two (2) characters. Please send a link to video to:
info@americanlegacytheatre.org with the subject line of “SMHM Audition –
(Character(s) Auditioning For) – (Last Name).

EXPECTATIONS
The Actor (any gender) will structure, manage and execute the steps required to implement a high quality acting process that serves the integrity of the play, bonds the other artists, aligns artistic vision, and heightens audience engagement with the piece. Attendance at all rehearsals and performances is a given.

Additional expectations: Actors will actively participate with install and strike at each school location. Actors will hold themselves accountable on all matters, and will report to the stage manager and company manager, respectively, when appropriate. Schools have an option to do a facilitated talk-back after each performance for up to 45 minutes that actor will participate in.

ALT staff will be available to assist with critical components along the way.

COMPENSATION
This is a seven-week contract at $750/week. Potential extension of tour is in consideration.

Actor from outside of Cincinnati will be considered. Actors will be provided one round-trip ticket between their city of residence and Cincinnati. During the rehearsal period Actor will be provided accommodations. If accommodations are required, pay will be $500 for the week.

For inquiries, referrals, and consideration contact Matthew David Gellin, Executive Artistic Director, at info@americanlegacytheatre.org.

TRAVEL
On the road, the two vehicles will be driven by the Stage Manager and Company Manager who will coordinate the logistics of when travel times between locations will take place. To ensure flexibility with the needs of tour company members, sleeping arrangements on tour are made by tour company members – led by Company Manager.

ROLES – ALL ROLES CAN BE PLAYED BY ANY GENDER.

#1
Logan – Non-binary teen who needs their parent’s sincere attention. Lashing out.
Officer Jones (also doubles as) – Level-headed and controlled. Strong.

#2
Jamie – Peer support specialist and parent of college student. Sassy and high on life.

#3
Casey – Logan’s parent who is at wits end with Logan. Loves Logan but struggles to connect.

#4
Morgan – Therapist and counselor. Pragmatic, yet passionate about what they do.

SIDES

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September 12, 2023 · 5:52 am

Auditions Announced for AMERICAN CHRISTMAS CAROL at Harrison Center for the Arts

HCFTA_logoHarrison Center for the Arts is thrilled to announce our next show will be AMERICAN CHRISTMAS CAROL with performances running Dec. 8th-10th, 15th, and 16th at the Broadway Commons in Harrison.

Auditions will take place at Legacy Christian Church on the 2nd floor, 216 N. Sycamore St on the following dates:

  • 9/20 from 6:30-9:00
  • 9/22 from 6:30-9:00,
  • 9/23 from 10:00-1:00
  • 9/25 from 6:30-9:00.

Rehearsals will take place on Monday’s and Wednesday’s from 6:30-9 beginning October 9th. There will not be a Wednesday rehearsal on November 22nd.

Please note that all cast and crew are required to help with load-in on Sunday, December 3rd, and everyone must be available from December 3rd through December 7th for tech week.

Be sure to sign up for an audition slot HERE.

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September 10, 2023 · 9:16 am

Auditions Announced for WEST SIDE STORY at Miami Valley Symphony Orchestra

MVSO_logoPerformance dates November 10-12, 2023 at The Arbogast Performing Arts Center – Troy Ohio.

Auditions
Sept. 16 at 10am
Christ Church Kettering – 3440 Shroyer Rd

What To Prepare:

  • Please come to auditions prepared with 32 bars of any musical theatre song that best fits and showcases your range.
  • Give your audition as much character as possible!
  • We ask that you do not audition acapella. An accompanist will be present.
  • Dress comfortably for dance portion of auditions
  • Have any and ALL conflicts ready to list for us – NO conflicts permitted between October 16 and November 12.

Awadagin Pratt will conduct the full symphony orchestra. Non Equity stipend is available.

Audition Day:

  • Registration begins at 10am on September 16th
  • An audition form is required to be filled out upon arrival (resume and headshots are optional but appreciated)
  • Auditions will begin at 11:00 am
  • Auditions are private. Vocal auditions will be performed in front of the production team alone.

Set in the 1950’s, Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet is transported to modern-day New York City as two young, idealistic lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs, the “American” Jets and the “Puerto Rican” Sharks. Their struggle to survive in a world of hate, violence and prejudice is one of the most innovative, heart-wrenching, and relevant musical dramas of our time

Directed by Brian Sharp (Sound of Music, Fiddler on the Roof, Les Miserables, Hello Dolly, My Fair Lady, Gypsy, Carousel, and more)

Production dates are November 10, 11 and 12 at The Arbogast Performing Arts Center in Troy, Ohio.

The MVSO is currently seeking a diverse, medium to large-sized, cast of all ethnicities to portray characters in West Side Story. As such, we are refraining from listing expectations, such as age, from our character descriptions. We encourage all performers to put forth their best audition for consideration.

  • Riff – A spritely, quick-tempered leader. He seeks to eliminate the Sharks and establish his own gang’s dominance. Tony’s best friend, he is eventually murdered by Bernardo.
    Gender: Male
  • Tony – A romantic young man and former leader of the Jets, he has found a new lifestyle now. Tony finds himself violently torn between his friendships and love. Falls in love with Maria and meets an untimely death. Genuinely sweet and sincere.
    Gender: Male
  • Bernardo – A proud, strong, handsome Puerto Rican man. Bernardo seeks to carve out territory as a sense of identity for he and his friends. Maria’s brother and Anita’s boyfriend. Leader of the Sharks.
    Gender: Male
  • Maria – A hopeless romantic and innocent young girl. She falls in love with Tony and finds herself at the center of the violent conflict between the two gangs. Bernardo’s sister. Puerto Rican.
    Gender: Female
  • Anita – Feisty and assertive. She dispenses “older sister” advice to Maria and tries to shield her from the dangers of the gangs. Bernardo’s girlfriend and Maria’s friend. Puerto Rican.
    Gender: Female
  • Chino – An angry and, at times, naive Shark who turns murderous and vengeful. Suitor to Maria and friend of Bernardo’s.
    Gender: Male
  • Anybodys – A spunky tomboy who is desperate to become a member of the Jets. The other Jets mock her for her ambitions, but generally appreciate her company. Full of energy and heart.
    Gender: Female
  • Doc – The owner of the candy store where the Jets hang out. He tries to guide the Jets youthful angst and provides a safe haven for Tony. Old fashioned and wise in his ways.
    Gender: Male
  • Schrank – A local police detective frustrated by the ongoing violence between the Jets and Sharks. Blunt, brash, and unapologetic.
    Gender: Male
  • Krupke – The local beat cop. He has no patience for the gangs conflict and tries to keep tensions from erupting between them. Regularly mocked by the local gangs.
    Gender: Male
  • Ensemble – Jets, Sharks, Jets Females, Sharks Females

Vocal ranges by role can be found online.

The ideal cast will be 22 female and 26 male

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