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HIGHER Runs March 7-22

HIGHER 
American Legacy Theatre
March 7-22
Contemporary Arts Center [Downtown]

HIGHER is an emotional rollercoaster about addiction, told through a gripping love story between Benjamin and Mara; whose family does not approve. We begin with Benjamin’s perfect All-American beginnings, only for life’s harsh realities to derail his dreams. As he searches for meaning and belonging, Mara offers a tempting, dangerous “solution.” Supported by a dynamic seven-person ensemble, Benjamin’s journey unfolds, leading him to break free from Mara’s grip and ultimately discover a powerful new way to rise above it all. HIGHER is a compelling exploration of struggle, transformation, and hope.

  • Fri-Sat, March 7-8 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, March 9 at 2pm
  • Thu-Sat, March 13-15 at 7:30pm
  • Thu-Sat, March 20-22 at 7:30pm

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Casting Call for HIGHER at American Legacy Theatre

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

PROJECT
HIGHER is an original full-length rock musical focused around family, personal journeys, and reducing the stigma around mental health and addiction in pursuit of joy, belonging and love. Developed with ALT since 2018, this piece is written and composed by Mark Levine who is a Cincinnati-based artist, and arranged and orchestrated by Philadelphia-based artist Eric Knechtges.  

This production will be the Ohio premiere of the show. Performances will be in the galleries of the Contemporary Art Center.

** Rehearsals will be in the evenings and weekends outside traditional work hours. Days will vary across five days a week with three hour rehearsals; longer rehearsals likely during tech week. Three performances a weekend for three weeks.

TIMELINE

  • Video Auditions: NOW. Submit by January 20, 2025 for first consideration. Auditions accepted after as well.
  • Rehearsals: February 10, 2025 – March 6, 2025; 6:30pm-9:30pm
  • Opening Night: March 7, 2025; 7:30p
  • Closing Night: March 22, 2025; 7:30p

To submit a video audition:

  • Prepare 16-32 bars of one to two songs of pop rock, rock, OR contemporary musical theatre that shows range and expression. Show us a little bit of you!

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

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 tech rehearsals and performances is a given. Off-book is required.

COMPENSATION 

This is a six-week non-union contract – $125/week – paid no later than the following Friday after the completed week.

Artists are able to earn additional compensation for key audience referrals.

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

ROLES

  • BENJAMIN (20s) Tenor. All-American boy. Any race/ethnicity.
  • MARA (20s) Mezzo-soprano. Any race/ethnicity.
  • ENSEMBLE Play a track of multiple characters throughout:
    • 3f / 4m + 2 m children
    • 3f: Mezzo-soprano (40s, any race/ethnicity)
    • Soprano (any race/ethnicity)
    • Alto (black)
    • 4m: Baritone (40s) Tenor (20s), Baritone/Tenor, Tenor (all males any race/ethnicity)
    • 2m children: Boy mezzo-soprano (10) 

SUBMISSION

  • Video Auditions: NOW. Submit by January 20, 2025 for first consideration. Auditions accepted after as well.
  • Rehearsals: February 10, 2025 – March 6, 2025; 6:30pm-9:30pm
  • Opening Night: March 7, 2025; 7:30p
  • Closing Night: March 22, 2025; 7:30p

To submit a video audition:

  • Prepare 16-32 bars of one to two songs of pop rock, rock, OR contemporary musical theatre that shows range and expression. Show us a little bit of you!

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

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Video Auditions Announced for BRIDGE CITY at American Legacy Theatre

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 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 first of at least two public-facing workshops performed for the community to receive direct feedback in shapring the continued development of the piece. This will be a workshop showcasing 20-30 minutes of content – 9 performing artists will be needed.

** Rehearsals will be in the evening for one week, and performances will be in the afternoon on the weekend.

TIMELINE

  • Video Auditions: NOW. Submit by October 21, 2024 for first consideration. Auditions accepted after as well.
  • Rehearsals: November 4, 2024 – November 8, 2024; 7:00pm-9:00pm
  • Workshop Performance #1: November 9, 2024; 2:00pm-3:30pm
  • Workshop Performance #2: November 10, 2024; 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). 

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

  • Jerica : Mid 20’s-mid 30’s. Female. Alto/mezzo-soprano. Black/African American
  • Jerome “Bookie” Robinson: Mid 20’s-mid 30’s, Male. Baritone/Bari-tenor. Black/African-American. Jerica’s childhood friend.
  • Mindi Kaleko: Mid 20’s-mid 30’s. Female. Mezzo-soprano/soprano. Friend of Jerica’s from work.
  • Lynn /Narrator: mid 50’s-60s early’s. Female. Alto. Black/African American. Jerica’s Grandmother and narrator of the show.

ENSEMBLE:
Five ensemble members will be cast.

Likely breakdown:

  • One soprano, One alto, Two tenors, One bari-tenor
  • Two females – One Black/African American, One White
  • Two males – One Black/African American, One White
  • One open on gender, race/ethnicity 

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Acting, Stage Manager and Company Manager Roles Available at American Legacy Theatre

Company Manager ($1,000/wk)
Stage Manager ($800/wk)
Four Acting Positions ($600/wk)

ABOUT THE POSITION:

SEE ME. HEAR ME.: Cyber Bullying 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.: Cyber Bullying 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:

SUBMISSIONS: NOW. Submit by August 21, 2024 for first consideration.

Applications/auditions are still accepted afterwards if not filled.
Rehearsals begin: September 9, 2024; 9:00am
First Bookable Performance Date: September 23, 2024
Current Ending Contract Date: October 20, 2024

Up to 10 performances a week of this 45-minute piece.

FULL DETAILS HERE: https://www.artswave.org/discover/jobs

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Company Manager Sought for SEE ME. HEAR ME. Tour with American Legacy Theatre

ALT_logoCOMPANY 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. 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 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

Resumes and Cover Letters: NOW. Submit by March 17, 2024 for first consideration.
Applications still accepted afterwards if not filled.
Rehearsals begin: April 17, 2024; 9:00am
First Performance Date: May 1, 2024
Current Ending Contract Date: May 19, 2024
Up to 10 performances a week of this 45-minute piece.

Please send resume and cover letter to: info@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 external scheduling, and heightens audience engagement with the piece. Attendance at all rehearsals and performances 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

This is a four and a half-week contract at $1,000/week. Potential extension of tour is in consideration. Candidates from outside of Cincinnati will be considered. Company Manager will be provided one round-trip ticket between their city of residence and Cincinnati. During the rehearsal period Company Manager will be provided accommodations. If accommodations are required, pay will be $600 for the week.

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 March 17, 2024 for first consideration. Applications are still accepted afterwards if not filled. Rehearsals begin: April 17, 2024; 9:00am
First Performance Date: May 1, 2024
Current Ending Contract Date: May 19, 2024
Up to 10 performances a week of this 45-minute piece.

Please send resume and cover letter to: info@americanlegacytheatre.org with the subject line of “SMHM Company Manager – (Last Name).

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