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BRIDGE CITY: CASTING CALL

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

PROJECT
Bridge City is an original full-length musical focused around community, family, loyalty to self, and normalizing the Black experience in pursuit of joy, dreams and aspirations. Developed with ALT since July 2024, this piece is written and composed by Kennen Butler who is an NYC-based theatre artist that is non-binary and Black.

After two public-facing workshops performed for the community to receive direct feedback in shaping the continued development of the piece, Bridge City is now being produced as a full-scale world-premiere production.

TIMELINE
Video Auditions: NOW. Submit by November 3rd, 2025 for first consideration. Auditions accepted after as well.

• Rehearsals will be five days per week from March 9th- April 9th, including weekends. March 23-27 will be off for Spring Break.
• Performances will be April 10-12, 17-19, 24-26. (Friday and Saturday evenings, Sunday matinees).

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

COMPENSATION
Performers will be paid a rate of $125/week.

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

ROLES

• Lynn: mid 50’s-60s early’s. Female. Alto. Black/African American. Host of our dinner. Plays various characters throughout the piece from Jerica’s grandmother Lynn, Jerica’s Mother LaShay, Senator Maxine Moore, Professor Smith.
• Jerica Williams: Mid 20’s-mid 30’s. Female. Alto/mezzo-soprano. Black/African American. Distinctly her in all that she does. Adaptive.
• Jerome “Bookie” Robinson: Mid 20’s-mid 30’s, Male. Baritone/Bari-tenor. Black/African-American. Jerica’s childhood friend. Loves a good joke and a laugh. Especially if he knows it will help.
• Mindi Kaleko: Mid 20’s-mid 30’s. Female. Mezzo-soprano/soprano. Self described as the “yenta of marketing” at Seven Hills. Moves to the beat of her own drum.
• Deja “D” Brown: Mid 20s-Early 30s. Female. Alto. Jerica’s Childhood friend. Protective. Introvert.
• Valerie Hawks: Late 20’s-Early 40s. Female. Alto. White. Jerica’s boss at Seven Hills. Type A.
• Michael: Works at 7 hills. Resident hater. Wanted to be PR but was passed over for Jerica.
• Israel “Iggy” Contreras: Latinx. Industry contact and newsperson for Bridge City’s Channel 4. James’ partner. Queer.
• Dad: Jerica’s Father
• James Anderson: Aid to Senator Moore and Iggy’s partner. Queer.
• CEO (Christopher Eric Osgard): White. CEO of Seven Hills Group
• Remy: Non Binary. They are an HR person for Seven Hills Group.
• Hutchins: Mid 20s-mid 40s. Female. Union leader for Esterline Manufacturing.
• John: A Lead at Seven Hills
• Scott: Employee at Seven Hills
• The Roots: The entire cast (aside from Lynn). They are Lynn’s family and guests to the dinner. As the story is told, they split into our principals, supporting cast, and ensemble

SUBMISSION
Video Auditions: NOW. Submit by November 3rd, 2025 for first consideration. Auditions accepted after as well.

• Rehearsals will be five days per week from March 9th- April 9th, including weekends. March 23-27 will be off for Spring Break.
• Performances will be April 10-12, 17-19, 24-26. (Friday and Saturday evenings, Sunday matinees).

To submit a video audition:

• Prepare 16-32 bars of a pop, R&B, soul, OR contemporary musical theatre song that shows range and expression. Show us a little bit of you!
• Perform 10 to 20 seconds of a rap verse of your choosing OR TLC’s “Waterfalls” (video:
  3:50-4:11) in a way that showcases you the best. We are looking for rhythm, clarity, flow, and story. This part of the audition does not have to be off-book.

I seen a rainbow yesterday
But too many storms have come and joined
Leavin’ a trace of not one God-given ray
Is it because my life is ten shades of gray
I pray, all ten fade away, seldom praise Him for the sunny days (Minimum stop point)
And like His promise is true, only my faith can undo
The many chances I blew to bring my life to anew
Clear and blue and unconditional
Skies have dried the tears from my eyes, no more lonely cries

Send video, headshot, and resume to info@americanlegacytheatre.org with the subject line of “Bridge City – (Character(s) Auditioning For) – (Last Name).

STAGE MANAGER

MISSION

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

PROJECT

See Me, Hear Me: Cyberbullying is an original one-act play focused around family miscommunication, youth trauma stemming from isolation and mixed media bullying, and career pathways in behavioral health all to reduce stigma around youth mental health services. Developed with ALT, 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: Cyberbullying 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

• Resumes and Cover Letters: NOW. Submit by August 22, 2025  for first consideration. Applications are still accepted afterwards if not filled.
• This contract lasts up to 9 weeks.
• Rehearsals begin: No earlier than September 17, 2025 and no later than September 22, 2025; 9:00am
• First Bookable Performance Date: October 1, 2025
• Current Ending Contract Date: November 16, 2025
• Up to 10 performances a week of this 45-minute piece.
• Please send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to: colin.waters@americanlegacytheatre.org  with the subject line of “SMHM Company Manager – (Last Name)”.

EXPECTATIONS

The Stage Manager will structure, manage and execute the steps required to implement a high quality stage management process that serves the integrity of the play, bonds the other artists, aligns artistic scheduling, heightens audience engagement with the piece, and leads by example. Attendance at production meetings and keen understanding of direction and staging is a given. 

Additional expectations: The Stage Manager must have a valid driver’s license and insurance as they will be responsible for driving one of the two vans. ALT does provide insurance for drivers but needs to ensure they are insurable. Additionally they will be the captain overseeing install and strike at each school location. During performance they will run the lights and sound. Stage Manager is also responsible for appropriate laundering of costumes and ensuring continued readiness of other production elements. While not the technical director, they will be the technical expert on the road. Schools have an option to do a facilitated talk-back after each performance for up to 45 minutes that Stage Manager will participate in.

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

COMPENSATION

Compensation is $800/week for the duration of the contract (dates specified above). This contract lasts up to 9 weeks. There will be another leg of the tour in Spring 2026 that actors may be offered depending on ability to meet expectations and availability.

Candidates from outside of Cincinnati will be considered and accommodations provided. Stage Manager will be provided one round-trip ticket between their city of residence and Cincinnati. Stage Manager should presume overnight accommodations will be shared with others. 

Successful background check will be required for this position.

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. 

Sleeping locations are set and determined by American Legacy Theatre, and carried out by the Company Manager. Specific room arrangements are determined by the touring company.

SUBMISSIONS

• Resumes and Cover Letters: NOW. Submit by August 22, 2025  for first consideration. Applications are still accepted afterwards if not filled.
• Rehearsals begin: No earlier than September 17, 2025 and no later than September 22, 2025; 9:00am
• First Bookable Performance Date: October 1, 2025
• Current Ending Contract Date: November 12, 2025
• Up to 10 performances a week of this 45-minute piece.
• Please send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to:colin.waters@americanlegacytheatre.org  with the subject line of “SMHM Company Manager – (Last Name)”.

COMPANY MANAGER

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

PROJECT

See Me, Hear Me: Cyberbullying is an original one-act play focused around family miscommunication, youth trauma stemming from isolation and mixed media bullying, and career pathways in behavioral health,  all to reduce stigma around youth mental health services. Developed with ALT, 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: Cyberbullying is to be performed in a state-wide non-union tour to Ohio high schools and middle 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

• Resumes and Cover Letters: NOW. Submit by August 22, 2025  for first consideration. Applications are still accepted afterwards if not filled.
• This contract lasts up to 9 weeks.
• Rehearsals begin: No earlier than September 17, 2025 and no later than September 22, 2025; 9:00am
• First Bookable Performance Date: October 1, 2025
• Current Ending Contract Date: November 12, 2025 (
• Up to 10 performances a week of this 45-minute piece.
• Please send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to:colin.waters@americanlegacytheatre.org  with the subject line of “SMHM Company Manager – (Last Name)”.

EXPECTATIONS

The Company Manager is the leader on the road. The Company Manager will structure, manage and execute the steps required to implement a high quality company management process that serves the integrity of the play, bonds the artists, aligns and secures external scheduling, heightens audience engagement with the piece acting as the emcee, and leads by example. Attendance at all rehearsals and performances is a given. Having a smart phone and consistent internet connection for their personal laptop is a given.

Additional expectations: The Company Manager must have a valid driver’s license and insurance as they will be responsible for driving one of the two vans. ALT does provide insurance for drivers but needs to ensure they are insurable. Additionally they will be the primary contact at each school location and Dept. of Mental Health and Addiction Services for tour purposes. During the performance they will run front of house and give a pre-show speech. Company Manager will consolidate reports for ALT reporting, and help the process and production in other ways, as needed; this may include going on with a script in hand if an actor is sick. Schools have an option to do a facilitated talk-back after each performance for up to 45 minutes that the Company Manager will facilitate.

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

COMPENSATION
Compensation is $1,000/week for the duration of the contract (dates specified above). This contract lasts up to 9 weeks. There will be another leg of the tour in Spring 2026 that actors may be offered depending on ability to meet expectations and availability.

Candidates from outside of Cincinnati will be considered and accommodations provided. Company Manager will be provided one round-trip ticket between their city of residence and Cincinnati. The Company Manager should presume overnight accommodations will be shared with others. 

A successful background check will be required for this position.

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. 

Sleeping locations are set and determined by American Legacy Theatre, and carried out by the Company Manager. Specific room arrangements are determined by the touring company.

SUBMISSIONS

• Resumes and Cover Letters: NOW. Submit by August 22, 2025  for first consideration. Applications are still accepted afterwards if not filled.
• Rehearsals begin: No earlier than September 17, 2025 and no later than September 22, 2025; 9:00am
• First Bookable Performance Date: October 1, 2025
• Current Ending Contract Date: November 12, 2025
• Up to 10 performances a week of this 45-minute piece.
• Please send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to: colin.waters@americanlegacytheatre.org with the subject line of “SMHM Company Manager – (Last Name).

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

PROJECT
Bridge City is an original full-length musical focused around community, family, loyalty to self, and normalizing the Black experience in pursuit of joy, dreams and aspirations. Developed with ALT since July 2024, this piece is being written and composed by Kennen Butler who is an NYC-based theatre artist that is non-binary and Black.

This project will be the second of at least two public-facing workshops performed for the
community to receive direct feedback in shaping the continued development of the piece. This will be a workshop showcasing a full read-through/sing-through of the show to date. 8 Performing artists will be needed.

** Rehearsals will be in the evenings June 1-6, 2025. Performances will be on Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8, 2025, both at 2pm.

TIMELINE

• Video Auditions: NOW. Submit by April 28, 2025 for first consideration. Auditions accepted after as well.
• Rehearsals: June 1, 2025 – June 6, 2025; 6:00pm-9:30pm
• Workshop Performance #1: Saturday, June 7, 2025; 2:00pm-4:30pm
• Workshop Performance #2: Sunday, June 8, 2025; 2:00pm-4:30pm

EXPECTATIONS
The Actor will structure, manage and execute the steps required to implement a high quality acting process that serves the integrity of the musical, bonds the other artists, aligns artistic vision, and heightens audience engagement with the piece. Attendance at all rehearsals and performances is a given. Off-book is ideal; strong familiarity required.

COMPENSATION
This is a one-week non-union contract – $225 stipend – paid at the end of successful completion of contract.

There will be another workshop of this piece in Spring 2025 that actors may be offered depending on ability to meet expectations and availability.

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

ROLES

ENSEMBLE:
Eight ensemble members will be cast.
Likely breakdown: Two sopranos, Two altos, Two tenors, Two bari-tenors.
Four females – Two Black/African American, Two of any ethnicity/race that is not Black/African American.
Four males – Two Black/African American, Two of any ethnicity/race that is not Black/African
American.

SUBMISSION
Video Auditions: NOW. Submit by April 28th, 2025 for first consideration. Auditions accepted after as well.
Rehearsals: June 2, 2025 – June 6, 2025; 7:00pm-9:00pm
Workshop Performance #1: Saturday, June 7, 2025; 2:00pm-3:30pm
Workshop Performance #2: Sunday, June 8, 2025; 2:00pm-3:30pm

To submit a video audition:

• Prepare 16-32 bars of a pop, R&B, soul, OR contemporary musical theatre song that shows range and expression. Show us a little bit of you!
• Perform 10 to 20 seconds of the rap verse in TLC’s “Waterfalls” (video: 3:50-4:11) in way that showcases you the best. We are looking for rhythm, clarity, flow, and story.

I seen a rainbow yesterday
But too many storms have come and joined
Leavin’ a trace of not one God-given ray
Is it because my life is ten shades of gray
I pray, all ten fade away, seldom praise Him for the sunny days (Minimum stop point)
And like His promise is true, only my faith can undo
The many chances I blew to bring my life to anew
Clear and blue and unconditional
Skies have dried the tears from my eyes, no more lonely cries

Send video to info@americanlegacytheatre.org with the subject line of “Bridge City – (Character(s) Auditioning For) – (Last Name)