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contentsvol. 55, no. 04 | <strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14CENTER STAGEBACKSTAGE’S<strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> GUIDE TOPILOT SEASON15 Fasten Your Seat BeltsMichael Mosley has beenthrough a pilot season ortwo—and he’s lived to tell youthe taleT r a k D OT: C o u r t e sy G lo baT r ac L LC; “ R a k e”: Richard Fo r e m a n / FOX ; B r ow n: D e b by Wo n g; M osle y: N at h a n i e l Tay lo rUPSTAGENEWS05 Take FiveWhat to see and where to goin the week ahead07 Top NewsIs pilot season dead?08 StageBroadway’s starry spring09 ScreenThe winners and losersof the <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> SAG AwardsACTOR 1<strong>01</strong>11 Inside JobComposer-lyricistJason Robert Brown12 The Working ActorThree types of characters tohelp you ace your audition13 Secret Agent ManThe mechanics of pilotseason, part one14 Tech & DIYTrakdot Luggage Tracker14Cover Illustration and Design: Robert Wilson11161516 Sometimes Acting Is EasyThe surprising effortlessnessof assembling the cast ofFox’s “Rake”18 May Your CareerTake FlightA by-no-means-completeoverview of the <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> pilotseason landscapeDOWNSTAGECASTING21 New York TristateNoticesAudition Highlights31 CaliforniaNoticesAudition Highlights37 National/RegionalNoticesAudition HighlightsCHARTS46 ProductionSienna Miller faces the“Mississippi Grind”; BillyCrystal and Josh Gad are“The Comedians”STANDING OVATION48 Tom Cruisein ‘A Few Good Men’An appreciationby Sarah D. Bunting<strong>backstage</strong>.com upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | charts<strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 <strong>backstage</strong> 1
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trendingthis weekVisit Backstage.comfor these and othertop industry storiesFILMRose McGowanThe actor known forher roles on“Charmed” and in thefilms “Death Proof”and “Planet Terror”talks about what shelearned her first timedirecting. Her shortfilm, “Dawn,” is on thisyear’s Sundance FilmFestival bill.THEATER‘The Happiest SongPlays Last’Armando Riescodiscusses what it’s liketo play the samecharacter in threedifferent plays byQuiara Alegría Hudes.The Latino actorpreviously played warveteran Elliot Ortiz in“Elliot, A Soldier’sFugue” and “Water bythe Spoonful.”Chief Executive OfficerPeter RappaportPresident & Chief Operating OfficerJoshua EllsteinChief Financial OfficerMichael FelmanChief Technology OfficerMike MephamChief Product OfficerJosh WilsonDirector of Brand and ContentJessica AmasonCorporate ControllerBarrett HeacockVice President, Director of DigitalDavid GrossmanGeneral CounselDavid LeamonAdvisorJim JazwieckiBackstage was founded in 1960by Ira Eaker and Allen ZwerdlingEDITORIAL OFFICEs770 Broadway, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10003(212) 493-44205700 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036(3<strong>23</strong>) 525-<strong>23</strong>56editorial@<strong>backstage</strong>.comCASTING DEPARTMENTN.Y.: (212) 493-4420 • casting@<strong>backstage</strong>.comL.A.: (3<strong>23</strong>) 525-<strong>23</strong>58 • Fax: (3<strong>23</strong>) 525-2268bswcasting@<strong>backstage</strong>.comDISPLAY ADVERTISINGN.Y.: (212) 493-4320 • abuhl@<strong>backstage</strong>.comL.A.: (3<strong>23</strong>) 525-2225CUSTOMER SERVICE(646) 455-1645 • customers@<strong>backstage</strong>.comPERMISSIONFor one-time use of our content, as afull article, excerpt, or production prop,contact editorial@<strong>backstage</strong>.comJ o e S e e rSLIDESHOWShapeshiftersCertain actors arefamous for playingmultiple roles inmovies. From EddieMurphy to MikeMyers, these actorshave a lot of costumechanges under theirbelts, but there aresome you might’veforgotten about!Backstage, vol. 55, no. 04 (ISSn#1930-5966 USPS#039-740)is published weekly (except the fourth week of December) by BackstageLLC, 770 Broadway, New York, NY 10003, $3.99 per copy, $99 peryear. Periodicals postage paid at GPO, NY, NY 100<strong>01</strong> and additionalmailing offices. Printed in USA. POSTMASTER: Send addresschanges to Backstage, 340 S. Lemon Ave. #4<strong>23</strong>4, Walnut, CA 91789.Publication Mail Agreement No. 40031729; Return undeliverableCanadian addresses to DHL Global Mail, 7496 Bath Rd #2, Mississauga,ON L4T 1L2. ©<strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> Backstage LLC. All rights reserved. No part ofthis publication may be reproduced, stored in any retrieval system,or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical,photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior writtenpermission of the publisher. Backstage LLC: Peter Rappaport, ChiefExecutive Officer; Joshua Ellstein, President and Chief Operating Officer.<strong>backstage</strong>.com <strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 <strong>backstage</strong> 3
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Follow us! @<strong>backstage</strong>Like us! facebook.com/<strong>backstage</strong>newsFor the first time in the 25 years of the Producers Guild Awards, two films tied for best picture. “Gravity” and “12 Years a Slave” shared the prize Jan.19, which may signal a loss of momentum for recent favorite “American Hustle”: The PGA winners have corresponded to Oscar winners 17 out of 24 years.Update |R EILLY: J i l l G r e e n b e r g / FOXKevin Reilly,Fox’s chairman of entertainmentTELEVISIONIs PilotSeason Dead?Fox pushes toyear-rounddevelopment—does thatmodel helpor hindercasting?By Sean J. MillerFox’s switch to year-round development will translateinto more work for actors, Seth Yanklewitz, the network’sVP of casting, told Backstage.Kevin Reilly, Fox’s chairman of entertainment,recently made headlines when he pledged to switch to a cablestyledevelopment model. Not all network executives agreewith Reilly’s dim view of pilot season; CBS EntertainmentPresident Nina Tassler said the season injected a “creativeadrenaline” into development.But Yanklewitz and some casting directors say Reilly’s movewill benefit actors. “It will be better for actors because fewerof them will be fired at table reads,” Yanklewitz said, referringto the tumultuous development process through which mostpilots currently go.“What happens now is that actors hang on, they think apilot’s amazing, they do it, it doesn’t get picked up, they’reout of the job,” he said. “The goal is we pick up more series.“New Yorkactorsget hiredthroughoutthe year, andso do actorsall overthe globe,for pilots.They don’tnecessarilyhave to be inL.A. for it.”— Sharon Bialy,casting directorAt the end of the day, more actors willget work.”The move could also mean an end to“defensive casting,” which puts actorsin projects they might not be right for.“When you’re in that foxhole, competingwith 80 other pilots all lookingfor the same talent at the same time,you find yourself casting ‘defensively,’hiring an actor before the other guysnaps them up instead of makingcogent creative choices,” said castingdirector Marc Hirschfeld.But casting director Judy Henderson,who won an Emmy for her work on theShowtime series “Homeland,” said thedemise of casting season could hurt actors looking to make theswitch from New York to Los Angeles.“A lot of actors go to L.A. during that time so that they canintroduce themselves to the Los Angeles community, and if itwere ongoing I don’t think they’d be running back and forthlike that,” she said. “It’s nice to know that there may be a lotof work for x amount of time for the actor, so you’re not justuprooting for one [potential job].”If pilot season goes the way of the dinosaur, Henderson recommendedactors make the cross-country trip to Los Angelesonly if they get an audition. “It’s hard to go out when there’snothing to go out for,” she said.Casting director Sharon Bialy, who worked on “BreakingBad” for five seasons, dismissed the idea that ending pilotseason would hurt East Coast actors’ chances of getting work.“New York actors get hired throughout the year, and so doactors all over the globe, for pilots. They don’t necessarily haveto be in L.A. for it,” she said.Moreover, she said that the end of pilot season could actuallyimprove actors’ chances of having their pilot picked up toseries. “The casting in a pilot is the most crucial of all of theelements because if you don’t cast your leads correctly, yourshow won’t get picked up,” she said. “It would be better foreveryone if it was spread out throughout the year.”Part of the reason why Reilly is pushing the move to a fullyeardevelopment process is that it gives shows time to gel.Cable has adopted the full-year approach, which can help castingdirectors assemble the right talent, Bialy said.When casting the “Breaking Bad” pilot six years ago, sherecalled, “with the exception of Bryan [Cranston], nobodyelse was well-known. And I don’t know a network other thanAMC that would have greenlit ‘Breaking Bad’ with the cast weassembled.”<strong>backstage</strong>.com upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | charts<strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 <strong>backstage</strong> 7
news stageUPDATE |Check the Casting section for full details on the notice below, or visit casting.<strong>backstage</strong>.comBefore Broadway Bares celebrates its 24th installment June 22, join the sexy strip show Jan. 26 for Broadway Bares: Winter Burlesque,when performers dance at Manhattan’s XL Nightclub. Proceeds go to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. For info, visit www.broadwaybares.com.BROADWAYStars OverBroadwayThis spring sees a bumper crop of interesting,celeb-driven projects hit the stageBy Mark PeikertIncreasingly, the spring monthsdon’t just bring flowers—they alsobring stars. To Broadway, specifically,and <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> is shaping up to beas starry as anything van Gogh couldhave concocted. Here are a few of thebiggest names taking on a Broadwaystage in the coming weeks.Star: Bryan CranstonCachet: AMC’s “Breaking Bad,”which is currently taking its victorylap around the awards circuitProject: “All the Way,” a new dramain which Cranston stars as PresidentLyndon Baines Johnson during thetense weeks of fighting to get his civilrights bill passed; opens March 6.Prediction: Cranston’s a great actor(who else could have rebounded sowell from years on “Malcolm in theMiddle”?), and LBJ is a meaty role. Hegot great reviews during a regionalproduction last fall; expect this to be aserious contender come Tony time.Star: Denzel WashingtonCachet: He’s Denzel WashingtonProject: A revival of “A Raisin inthe Sun,” a decade after the last one;opens April 3.Prediction: Broadway producerssee dollar signs instead of dates thesedays, which may be why the GreatWhite Way is choking with showsaudiences have recently seen. Thecombination of play and star is apotent one, though—and it’s hard toargue with Washington’s box officepower.Star: James FrancoCachet: America’s favorite OscarnominatedoverachieverProject: “Of Mice and Men”; opensApril 16.Prediction: Franco’s live performanceshaven’t been particularlyinvigorating on television (rememberthe Oscars?) so he has a lot to provewhen it comes time to play the wilyGeorge opposite Chris O’Dowd.Star: Daniel RadcliffeCachet: Boy wizardProject: Irish “comedy” “TheCripple of Inishmaan”; opens April 20.Prediction: Radcliffe has spent thelast few years proving to the worldthat he has permanently left his HarryPotter days behind—and nowhere hashe made that more clear than withbold choices onstage. From the nudityof “Equus” to singing and dancing likeDaniel Radcliffe in “The Cripple of Inishmaan”a pro in “How to Succeed,” Radclifferefuses to rest on star power alone.And this revival of Martin McDonagh’sblack comedy continues to proveRadcliffe’s point.Star: Neil Patrick HarrisCachet: Broadway’s favorite TV actorProject: A revival of “Hedwig andthe Angry Inch”; opens April 22.Prediction: Harris loves Broadway—just watch any year he hosted theTony Awards—and has a history ofstrong performances in musicals.Whether or not the former DoogieHowser can access the grit and punkaspects of John Cameron Mitchell’scult classic remains to be seen; butHarris will certainly give it his all.Star: Michelle WilliamsCachet: Indie film darling takingon one of musical theater’s mosticonic rolesProject: “Cabaret”; opens April 24.Prediction: Oh look, anothershow Broadway has seen in the last10 years. Even odder is the return ofAlan Cumming to the MC, a role forwhich he won a Tony Award. Steppinginto Natasha Richardson’s shoes isWilliams, that emblem of film fragility.The notes don’t matter as much as theacting chops with Sally Bowles, andwe’re not entirely convinced Williamscan pull it off. But we’re always happyto be surprised!And waiting in the wings are EwanMcGregor, making his Broadwaydebut this fall in a revival of “TheReal Thing,” and Hugh Jackman, comingback to Broadway in 2<strong>01</strong>5 in JezButterworth’s drama “The River.”EQUITYTouring Town HallMounting frustrations over decreased musicaltouring salaries prompted Actors’ Equity Association toschedule a town hall meeting for Jan. 27.Prompted by a social media backlash over casting noticesfor tours of “Newsies” and “Kinky Boots” that set both astiered tours (which is regular procedure when posting),Equity is looking to host a thorough discussion of the state ofnational tours and what they mean for performers.The meeting is for current and paid-up Equity membersonly, and will take place at New York City’s Hilton Midtownat 1 p.m. Your Equity ID is necessary for entry. RSVP no laterthan Thursday, Jan. <strong>23</strong>, to rsvpfortownhallmeeting@actorsequity.org.—BRIANA RODRIGUEZ“Cripple”: J o h a n P e rs s o n8 <strong>backstage</strong> <strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | charts<strong>backstage</strong>.com
screen newsUPDATE |Check the Casting section for full details on top film, TV, and theater roles, or visit casting.<strong>backstage</strong>.comThe SAG Foundation presents Conversations With Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart on Tuesday, Jan. 28, at 2:30 p.m. ET at the New School’sTishman Auditorium in NYC. Free for SAG-AFTRA and Equity members. RSVP at sagfoundation.org.“ H u stle”: F r a n c o is D u h a m e l ; G a rce t t i: s _ b u k l e yBy Sean J. MillerThe Screen Actors Guild Awardshonored the casts of AMC’s“Breaking Bad,” ABC’s “ModernFamily,” and David O. Russell’s“American Hustle,” while singling outthe leads of “Dallas Buyers Club” and“Blue Jasmine.”For the latter features, the wins forMatthew McConaughey, who receivedan Actor statuette for his portrayalof Ron Woodroof in the AIDS drama,and Cate Blanchett, who won for herperformance as a New York socialitein Woody Allen’s feature, couldforeshadow the results of March’sAcademy Awards. Both performersare nominated for Oscars, and the SAGAwards are often a precursor to theindustry’s highest honor.Saturday night’s ceremony will beremembered for honoring some of thebest ensembles in recent televisionhistory. ABC’s “Modern Family” hasbecome a shoo-in after winning theensemble comedy honor the last fouryears in a row. Still, actor Ed O’Neill saidit’s a challenge to maintain the series’Amy Adams and ChristianBale in “American Hustle”AWARDS SEASONFew Surprises atSAG AwardsThe 20th Screen Actors Guild Awards honoredwhat are becoming the usual suspectshigh standards. “It’s never easy,” he toldreporters after the show’s win.“Breaking Bad,” which recentlyended its five-season run, won for outstandingperformance by an ensemblein a drama. “This is such a gloriousway to go out,” said Bryan Cranston,who also took home a statuette for outstandingperformance by a male actorin a drama series.For those reading the awards seasontea leaves, Saturday offered no clearguidance. “American Hustle” garneredthe outstanding performance by a casthonor, while the individual awards weresplit among three features.In his acceptance speech,McConaughey, who won a Golden Globefor his turn in “Dallas Buyers Club,” saidhe reached a “magic place” during hisperformance “when you’re seeing thecharacter from the inside out.”Cast mate Jared Leto took home thestatuette for his supporting performancein “Dallas Buyers Club,” while LupitaNyong’o, who played Patsey in “12 Yearsa Slave,” won for female actor in a supportingrole.It was the 20th anniversary of theSAG Awards ceremony, which bestowsstatuettes on winners voted for bySAG-AFTRA members. During the ceremony,Morgan Freeman presented RitaMoreno with the Screen Actors Guild50th Life Achievement Award. “It’sabout persevering,” she said afterward.“La perseverancia in Spanish. The dooris ajar [for Latino actors], and we haveto open it some more.”In the TV movie/miniseries category,Helen Mirren won for playing attorney“One of the great thingsabout these awards isthat they’re two hourslong. Before peoplestart getting restlessand looking at theirwatches, it’s done.”— Ken Howard, SAG-AFTRA PresidentLinda Kenney Baden in HBO’s biopic“Phil Spector,” but used her speechto give a shout-out to Elisabeth Moss,who was considered a favorite forthe award after her performance inSundance Channel’s “Top of the Lake.”“I was sure Elisabeth was going towin,” she said of Moss, who won theGolden Globe in the same categoryearlier this month.Meanwhile, Michael Douglas wonfor his portrayal of Liberace in HBO’s“Behind the Candelabra.” “I’m nothere without Matt Damon,” Douglassaid on stage.SAG-AFTRA President Ken Howard,who, during the broadcast, announcedthe SAG Foundation had received a$1 million contribution from Peoplemagazine and the EntertainmentIndustry Foundation, called the <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>ceremony a “milestone.” He said thatwas because of the honor bestowedon the 82-year-old Moreno, and thetwo decades of the SAG Awards beingstaged by the union. He also jokedabout the evening’s awards-seasonappeal to attendees.“One of the great things about theseawards is that they’re two hours long,”Howard told Backstage, tongue-incheek.“Before people start gettingrestless and looking at their watches,it’s done.”Mayor Eric GarcettiRUNAWAY PRODUCTIONLeavingLos AngelesFilm actors mightlive in Los Angeles, but theirmost profitable work hasleft town.That’s according to a newreport, which found just twolive-action movies with budgetsover $100 million werefilmed in L.A. in 2<strong>01</strong>3. Withblockbusters lured awayby states with lucrative taxincentives, the city is lefthosting mostly small, independentprojects that offerreduced employment andspending benefits, accordingto “Filming On-Locationin Los Angeles: 1993-2<strong>01</strong>3,”a report released Jan. 14by FilmL.A., a not-for-profitthat coordinates permittingfor local productions.“This report underscoresthe urgency of our work toreverse runaway production,”Los Angeles MayorEric Garcetti said in a statement.“The entertainmentindustry is a cornerstoneof our civic identity and oureconomy, with 500,000jobs at stake. I will cut redtape at City Hall and fight inSacramento to make sureL.A. is the best possibleplace for production andensure that we are alwaysthe entertainment capital ofthe world.” —SJM<strong>backstage</strong>.com upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | charts<strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 <strong>backstage</strong> 9
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Actors share their stories—hear what they have to say at <strong>backstage</strong>.com/first-personActor 1<strong>01</strong>▶▶Jonny Lee Millerwith Laura Benati on“Elementary”Quick Tip |“I feel so lucky that I get to go back and forth between television and theater, so if I can make people laugh by [bringing up mycanceled TV shows] I’m going to do that. Self-deprecating humor is my favorite thing to watch.” —LAURA BENANTI, BACKSTAGE.COM[ Inside Job ]JasonRobert BrownComposer-lyricist,“The Bridges of Madison County”B r ow n: C o u r t e sy Jason R o b e r t B r ow n; “ E l e m e n ta ry ”: M a r k S c h a f e r /C B SBy Suzy Evans1How involved were you in casting the show?I’m behind the table at all times and very interested in who’sgoing to be up there doing it. We were writing this for Kelli[O’Hara] from the beginning because I love the way that sheapproaches character and the way she approaches material.And it was just a blessing to be able to have that kind of instrumentto write for. Casting Robert Kincaid was much harderbecause we’re looking for a leading man of a certain age who’salso kind of a loner who can also sing the bejesus out of anything,and those guys are in very short supply. We’ve been verylucky to catch Steven Pasquale now.2What do you lookfor in actors?The first is that you have to becareful not to make too much ofthe song. There is intention inthe words and the words haveto lead the storytelling…. Thesecond thing, which is vaguelycontradictory, is you have toknow how to make music out ofwhat’s there. There are placeswhere the song suddenlyopens, and you have to really beable to act through a musicalphrase the same way you actthrough a line of dialogue.3This cast is mostlyestablished actors,but are you stillkeeping your eye outfor new talent?When I do the concerts that Ido in New York, I’m alwaystrying to include new actorsand younger actors and olderactors; I’m just trying to keepthe pool filled up. There areactors I have very strongchemical responses to, and Istrive always to figure outways to work with them andget them to sing my stuff.“Once the actors understand how the structure of the song supportstheir acting, then they get to add their own brilliance to it. It’s a gloriousprocess when you’ve got people who are as good as these.”Jasonrobert brownis a Tony Award–winningcomposer-lyricist,whose musicals include“The Last Five Years”and “Honeymoon inVegas.” “The Bridges ofMadison County” openson Broadway Feb. 20.<strong>backstage</strong>.comupstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | charts<strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 <strong>backstage</strong> 11
actor 1<strong>01</strong> adviceFind essential resources for young performers at <strong>backstage</strong>.com/kidsQuick TIp |“You want to come to each character from a neutral place, so to be fit sort of helps. The fitter you are the more you canstart from a neutral place and build a character. I do a lot of Pilates and that really is invaluable.” —SALLY MURPHY, BACKSTAGE.COMB a c k s ta g eE x p e r t s[ The Working Actor ]Staniswhovski?By Stephen TobolowskyI always went to actingclasses with a mixture of reverenceand confusion. Everything soundedlogical and simple—even holy. Howcan you argue with phrases like“24-hour emotional life” and “sensememory”? I felt confident I knewwhat I was doing until my next audition.I kept wondering when I wassupposed to use my “magic if.”I blame Stanislavsky. I’m sure hemeant well. He was probably one of thegreatest directors of the last century.But talking about his ideas can becomelike getting tequila drunk: eventually allyou have is the headache.I know that “playing the emotion” isdisastrous. Emotions change rapidly.Every take, every performance is different.I go through 50 or 60 emotionswaiting in line at Starbucks.We live in an era when actors puta high value in finding the emotionaltruth of a part, unless they’re in a“Transformers” movie. Is there anyother “method” that approaches theproblem of finding truth in a simplerway?Perhaps. The joy of this method isthat it is Stanislavsky adjacent.Michael Chekhov was one of theleading actors in Stanislavsky’s MoscowArt Theater. He wasthe nephew of the greatplaywright Anton Chekhov.He had his own system ofacting that is simplicityitself. Chekhov said therewere only three typesof characters. That’s it.Three. Head, heart, andgroin characters.Head characters walkon the balls of their feet.“Playing theemotion” isdisastrous. Igo through50 or 60emotionswaiting inline atStarbucks.They sit forward in chairs. All gesturesseem to come from the head, as doesall of the emotional energy.Heart characters walk flat on theirfeet. Balanced. They sit upright. Allgestures come from the center of theirbeing. Chekhov noted that the heroesand heroines in Shakespeare are heartcharacters.Groin characters walk with a lowcenter of energy. They slouch into achair. They lean back. All gesturescome from the hip. On HBO’s “Deadwood,”almost all of the charactershad a groin-centered energy. I suspectthis came from wearing gunbelts. Costumes make a difference.It sounds simplistic. I know. Buttry it out at a grocery store and seewhat happens. Note how your energyand rhythms shift. I have found thismethod of acting has enormousvalue.Try it yourself. Rehearsean audition piece using thethree different placementsof energy. It always affectsthe scene and often in aninteresting way. Use it as atool to look beyond the conventional.If you are readingfor the part of a scientist,conventional wisdom says“head character.” Flip it. Tryit as a groin character. If you have avoiceover and the director gives youthree takes, try switching from headto heart to a groin-centered energy.You will have three completely differentreads at your fingertips.The results are not as robotic asyou might think. The physical can leadto the emotional. Ask any dancer. Justfor fun, look into Michael Chekhov’sthree types of characters. If nothingelse, it’s easy to remember.The truth is,you will probablyspend 99 percentof your timepounding thepavement and 1percent of yourtime doing whatit is that you wereborn to do. If thisis indeed theenvironment inwhich you havechosen to live,then I challengeyou to find away to createartistic balancein your life. Doanything—write,perform, sing,dance, paint, puton a play—anddon’t wait foranyone to giveyou permission.RUSSELL BOASTis a casting director withPagano/ManwillerCasting. He also teaches abusiness course for actorscalled the Living Actor.I l lustr at i o n: c l ay r o d e ry; B oast: C O u r t e sy Russell B oast12 <strong>backstage</strong> <strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | charts<strong>backstage</strong>.com
advice actor 1<strong>01</strong>Find an acting teacher at <strong>backstage</strong>.com/resources“This whole business is about finding someone to speak on your behalf. That’s whyactors need agents.” —Secret Agent Man forum, “Restarting career questions”I l lustr at i o n: steve w eigl; Dav is: C o u r t esy J o s h Dav is[ Secret Agent Man ]Pilot Season,Ep. 1: MadnessBeginsPilot season is a lot likeChristmas: It seems toarrive earlier and earlierevery year. I rememberseeing the first holiday decorationsright after Halloween. The same istrue with pilots.Granted, the volume is muchlower in the fall. That’s becausemost network pilots are still castduring the traditional season, whichis between January and March.The early start became fashionablea few years back because it givesthe studios and networks a chanceto grab some name talent beforethey’re swamped with offers in thenew year.The reason most of pilot seasonbegins in January is because networktelevision is mired in the past.They still believe in the concept of afall premiere. That’s one of the reasonsthey’re losing so many viewersto cable and Netflix.Here’s how their prehistoricway of thinking works. Pilots areproduced between January andMarch. They get screened and testedin April. The networks announcetheir choices in May. Then, after ashort break, production gears up inJune, just in time for the traditionalfall premiere.And most of the shows get canceledafter a few weeks.That’s because networks treattheir shows like kamikaze pilots.They launch them at the same time,hoping a few will find their targets.The rest crash and burn. This is anabsurd way to do business. Youcan’t expect so much new contentto attract an audience during such ashort period of time.The ironic part is that some showsactually premiere during pilotseason. It’s called a midseason startand it gives a new series the chanceto connect in a slightly less crowdedmarketplace. You’ll see these programsrolling out right about now,like desperate singles in a bar thatjust announced last call.The networks have a low battingaverage when they try to pull offa midseason start. Maybe it hassomething to do with the quality ofthe material. We all know they pushtheir best stuff during the fall.The one exception seems to beFox. Executives there are really goodat choosing their midseason starts.Last year, Fox made a killing whenit premiered “The Following” rightafter the holidays. (And the degreesby which we all connect to KevinBacon became a little bit closer.)From an agent’s perspective,there are several pros and cons to atraditional pilot season.On the plus side, more showsequal more opportunities. Everypilot has anywhere from five to eightseries regulars, and they can’t allbe star names. That represents a lotof chances for actors to book rolesthat will pay off in a major way if thepilot goes to series.The reason most ofpilot season beginsin January is becausenetwork television ismired in the past.On the negative side, I am goingto blow my brains out if I have toendure another three-month periodof begging casting directors to seemy clients. In their defense, theyare overwhelmed. Some of them areworking on multiple pilots. Someare even casting a series at the sametime.That’s why forcing so much newcontent into the casting pipelinedoesn’t make sense. No one has timeto focus. For casting directors it’s allabout grabbing the best actor beforea competing pilot beats you to thepunch. And for agents it’s all aboutgetting as many clients in the door,even if they’re not right for the part.The bottom line is that pilot seasondoesn’t make sense. But that’sthe way it’s always been done, so webeat on, boats against the current, orsomething like that.Next week, we’ll get into the dealmakingaspect of pilot season—andhow it affects you.And Introducing…JOSH DAVISBy Mark PeikertJosh Davis has beenworking steadily for morethan a decade now, currentlymaking his Broadwaydebut in “Beautiful: TheCarole King Musical” inwhich, among small comicroles, he takes centerstage to sing the hell out of“You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling.”On being on Broadway for the first time.“When you go into theater, one of the thingsyou think about is Broadway. And then whenit’s actually happening you’re just thinking, Thisis no different than doing a show at a regionalplace, it’s just closer to my house and I’ve beenrehearsing for months instead of three weeks. It’sa 12-year overnight success!”On feeling the magic.“As actors, we’re like magicians. We make theaudience believe something that isn’t reallyhappening. But we don’t get to be the audienceand have their experience of emotional trickery;we know how the ‘trick’ is done. But there aremoments you do feel that same sense of awe, likeyou are seeing the magic trick with the audience.That’s been my experience with ‘Beautiful.’ [It’s]been a lot of work, but those moments when yourealize what the audience is realizing and feelinghave been incredible.”On refining his performances.“There’s a part where I sing ‘Be-Bop-A-Lula’ andthe script was like, ‘Guy comes out and singsthree verses.’ One day I pretended not to knowmy lyrics, and it got a little chuckle. I would bendover, very close, and look at my music, but theaudience wasn’t getting to see the full movementof him having the realization. I just stood up onenight and then went to the music, and it got thelaugh. It was a reminder that it’s not always aboutemotion; there’s a science to comedy.”For the full Q&A,visit <strong>backstage</strong>.com.<strong>backstage</strong>.com upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | charts<strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 <strong>backstage</strong> 13
actor 1<strong>01</strong> tech & diyFind more tools and DIY tips at <strong>backstage</strong>.com/techQUICK TIP |“Even if you and I decided, as actors, this and this and this, it doesn’t really matter if I have my own story and you have yourown story, as long as the story is vivid.” —VICTORIA CLARK, BACKSTAGE.COMH o w T o . . .Keep your hotelectronics coolIf you find yourself hitting thebeach or jetting off to the tropics thiswinter for work or pleasure, thereare a few things you have to keep inmind when it comes to your gear.[Thing of the Week]TrakdotLuggage TrackerBY REBECCASTRASSBERGHardwareWhatTrakdot Luggage TrackerWhyKeeps tabs on yourbelongings during travelWherewww.skymall.comHow Much$49.95For the traveling actor, casting director, producer, orwhatever your role in the industry may be, makingsure all your belongings arrive safely to their destinationcan cause anxiety. That’s why the Trakdot LuggageTracker is an essential companion for the industry professionalon the go. The small device is kept in your luggage,and the accompanying app on your phone lets you keeptrack of your bag—even when it’s packed tightly on aplane. The coolest part about Trakdot is that it shuts off,essentially entering “airplane mode” while you’re flying.The device has a sensor that tells it when an airplane isaccelerating. It can also tell when an airplane is decelerating,at which point it turns back on and alerts you—via textmessage or email—that your luggage has arrived safely;the app then alerts you when your bag is within 160 feet.Though the device costs $49.95 from SkyMall, it alsorequires an $8.99 activation fee and $12.99 annual servicefee—which, compared to replacing all of your belongings,sounds pretty reasonable!CHECK YOUR PHONE.Most smartphones these days have aninternal temperature monitor. If you haveto work in hot conditions, make sure youtake steps to protect your gadget—keep itout of direct sunlight, and check the temperatureregularly.BRING A TOWEL.If you find yourself on location on a hot day,you’ll want to keep a white towel on hand tocover your electronic gadgets when they’renot in use. The towel will absorb any condensationthat develops, and the white willdeflect excess heat.COOL TO THE CORE.It’s the internal heat that can push yourelectronics over the edge. Reduce thechance of overheating when it’s hot outby turning off the “live” viewfinder LCDscreen, and plugging in all equipment, ifpossible.CHILL OUT.Take a break now and then, and bring yourgadgets inside or into a cooler area. Givethem a little time to rest and cool down.JESSICA MARSHALLis a writer, actor, and digital producer in NewYork. Follow her on Twitter @jess_on_ice.T r a k D OT: C o u r t e sy G lo baT r ac L LC; S u n: S h u t t e rsto c k14 <strong>backstage</strong> <strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | charts<strong>backstage</strong>.com
C O U R T ESY M I C H A E L M O S L E Y“I ’m so luckythis pilot seasonbecause I have a gig,” says Michael Mosley,who can be seen on USA’s upcoming “Sirens”(premiering March 6). “Anytime you get a gigit’s nice, but what’s really nice is not havingto tap dance. It’s always a huge, huge perk.”Mosley knows of what he speaks. A previousseries regular on the short-lived “Kidnapped”and “Pan Am,” he spoke to Backstage aboutpilot season survival tactics.a s t o l d t o ■ M a r k ■ P e i k e r tBe prepared for adifferent process.“There are so many tiers! If you’re just startingout, sometimes there’s not even a cameraon in the room—you’re doing a pre-readwith a casting assistant. Then they put youon tape. Then you get a callback with thecreative people. Then you have to come upwith a quote and all that business, and thenyou go and meet the studio and test with thewriters and the Vince Gilligans and MatthewWeiners. Then impress the studio that’sgonna produce it and the network putting itup. And each room gets colder and colder.”Create postauditionrituals.“Every audition, I walk out the door andthrow the sides away immediately. You didit, now go home. And to me, that’s kind of abaptism. If they call you, they call you. Andif they don’t, it’s fine. You have to keepyour head down and keep your eye onthe next gig and the next gig and liveyour life.”Michael Mosley has been through a pilot seasonor two—and he’s lived to tell you the taleF a s t e nYour•SeatB e l t sMake friends.“The casting director is gonna be your buddy.The first heart you win over is that castingdirector. In first meetings they’ll be the oneswho see your pitch for the character. Andthen as you get further up, they’ll be the onesreading with you in front of the network. Youhave to foster those relationships. There’s noenemy in the auditioning process. Everybodywants you to be the right person when youwalk in the room. We’re all just trying tomake a soup here and they’re trying to figureout the right ingredients for the soup.”Attitude iseverything.“I can’t stress it enough: Try to be cooland enjoy it, but respect it and be prepared.It’s a challenge because duringpilot season I’d be going in for a lawyer atnine, a junkie at noon, a Marine at one,and a part I’m not even right for at four.Four different characters, and you can’tgo home between. So you try to dresskind of like all these different thingsbecause you don’t want to leave it all upto their imagination and give them a reasonto talk themselves out of it.”Show the roomyou have ideas.“A lot of producers and creative types wantto see you be you. Throw something else outthere and show them where you would takethis part. A lot of them are launching showsfor the first time, so they’ve got a lot ridingon this, too, and they want you to be theirflight. It’s important to have confidence as faras who you think the person is. Take a stab atsomething different.”Just let it go.“If you don’t get the gig, it’s not about you.As long as you do your thing and do it passionatelyand with respect to the craft andthe project, you can make an impression thatcould pay dividends later. All of a sudden,this assistant who was really nice to you hasa writing deal and they bring you in. Youhave no idea how all this stuff is going to playout. And it will, as long as you keep your cooland have fun.”<strong>backstage</strong>.com upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | CHARTS<strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 <strong>backstage</strong> 15
C O U R T ESY S O N Y T E L E V ISION (3)ilot season looms large in the minds ofthose in the television industry. Evenactors just starting out have heard thehorror stories—the seemingly endlessrounds of auditions, the breathless pace,the so-close-yet-so-far finales. Evenafter the pilot has been picked up by a networkand ordered to series, recastings are frequent.Which is what makes Fox’s “Rake,” starringGreg Kinnear as dissolute lawyer KeeganDeane, such a rarity. We spoke to cast membersNecar Zadegan and Tara Summers, as well ascasting director Cami Patton, about the sometimes“magical” process of putting togetheran ensemble that also includes Miranda Otto,Omar Dorsey, and John Ortiz.CAMI PATTON: I was asked to do this rightbefore Thanksgiving last year, and so over thebreak I watched the entire first two seasons ofthe Australian [version]. And I was so hookedafter it was done—I missed them! I loved thosepeople so much that to think of recreating thatwas overwhelming. But it was an honor to do it.And Peter Duncan, who created the Australianversion, was the most wonderful man to workwith. He knows those characters so well andhas such a strong sense of who they are andwhat they need to do, but he was so open.The concern going into something like that,where it’s already successful, is you might nothave as much creative flexibility. But he wasreally openwith whatmade it workwith Greg[Kinnear].NECARZADEGAN:Way back inthe beginningof December,my folkscalled andsaid, “There’sthis awesomeproject called‘Rake,’ whydon’t yousee Cami?”Cami and Igo way back.When theytalk aboutbuildingrelationships,Necar Zadeganthis is a greatsuccess story.I was a young actress; I’d moved to L.A. aftercollege and I saw Cami speak about casting.Shortly thereafter, she tested me somethinglike 12 times for another pilot. I didn’t end upbooking that, but when you test for somethinglike 12 times, it’s almost like you shot a minimovie. So I got to know the producers and hervery well. And this time, Cami had seen thisrole [Scarlet] and thought of me for it and askedme to come in.PATTON: [Scarlet] was really the one that[Peter] had the most specific idea of because itwas based on someone in his personal life andhe was really, really worried about being ableto find someone exactly right. And Necar I’veknown for a long time; she’s amazing. I broughther in on my very first day. The way we did thisprocess, everyone came in for me and went ontape here because there were so many peopleinvolved, producer-wise, in so many differentplaces. Rather than trying to corral everyone,we did it all on tape, sent them the people whowere most right, and from there they woulddecide who to read with Greg.TARA SUMMERS: It came my way like everythinglast year for pilot season, because I’min no position to receive offers. I went in andwent on tape and did my bit and didn’t reallythink much of it because I had, like, six otherauditions in 48 hours. I had four in one day. Itwas like that Naomi Watts spoof, where she’schanging in the back of her car frantically.PATTON: I’ve been a fan of Tara’s for a whilenow.ZADEGAN: They were using sides from theAustralian series, exceptionally well-written,very layered. They always pick the hardestscenes for an audition, which is great. Thoseone-liners, the scenes that don’t have as manyarcs, are hard. It felt like I had a lot to workwith, and I was glad to. I really like auditioning.It’s an opportunity to do intricate work, andyou have a captive audience! I like the work,and auditioning is really the actual work, sothinking about it that way always gets me reallyexcited.PATTON: I hadn’t sent [any tapes] to the producersyet because I wanted to have a nicegroup of people for each character and get asense of what I was doing. But Peter Duncanand [producer] Michael Wimer came over tomake sure we were on the same page, andPeter said in that meeting, “The one I’m mostconcerned about is Scarlet.” And I said, “Let meshow you my favorite.” And I put Necar’s auditionon the computer and he flipped out. Andit was fantastic because Peter was so relieved,and it just helped the whole rest of the processthat that was not on his shoulders. Everyonewas head over heels for her. When we showed[the tape] to the network, they got it immediately.She just knocked it out of the park.SUMMERS: One thing that was super encouraging—especiallyfor New Yorkers, to know theyaren’t going to get lost in the stratosphere andpeople are paying attention—was I tended tothink people don’t watch tapes. Unless you’reactually in the room with these people, Ithought it was a waste. Whereas this did comefrom that.ZADEGAN: The only other time I went in wasthe chemistry read with Greg. I had never reallydone a chemistry read for anyone before, and Ihad this vision in my mind of what it was goingto be. The guys and Greg were all there, and Iwalked up and [Greg and I] said hello and stoodnext to each other, made a couple of jokes fora few seconds, and then I turned to face thecamera and all of sudden I hear someone say,“That’s it!” I couldn’t believe it. I didn’t doanything!PATTON: [Kinnear] had [previously] read withher off-camera, and before we got to networkwe got word that they were going to want tosee them side by side. She did it so perfectlywe didn’t need to do it again—we just neededto see how they looked together!ZADEGAN: I guess just the casual banterbetween each other was the satisfying thingthey were looking for. Later, they told me theyloved our chemistry read. I don’t know whatthey could tell from us just talking casuallyas our real selves! The characters Scarlet andKeegan are really good friends, almost likefamily, so whatever they were looking forI guess theysaw in thatshort momentbetween thetwo of us.SUMMERS: Igot a call [nearthe end of pilotseason] sayingI was on a shortlist and theywanted me todo a chemistryread withKinnear. AndI showed up inthe Valley andthey go, “Ohgod, no, you’rein the wrongplace!” And Istarted to crylike I’d nevercried, sobbingto my agent thatI’d never makeTara Summersit. By the timeI showed up toSony I looked like Rudolph, all my mascarawas gone. I looked rough. How I got the job, Idon’t know, but by the time I actually read Iwas like, Fuck it, it can’t get any worse.PATTON: Pilots are incredibly intense andeverything is heightened and it can be such adifficult thing to maneuver, particularly as acasting person trying to make so many differentpeople happy. And our whole process onthis pilot was magical.ZADEGAN: Sometimes acting is easy!<strong>backstage</strong>.com<strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 <strong>backstage</strong> 17
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casting new york tristateplaysfor each of the four actors will bedecided once casting is complete.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldFeb. 6 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. atTheaterWorks, <strong>23</strong>3 Pearl St., 3rd fl.,Hartford, CT, 06103.••A monitor will not be provided. Theproducer will run all aspects of thisaudition. Sides will be provided at theaudition and posted online one weekprior to auditions at••http://www.theaterworkshartford.org/auditions.html. Bring pix & resume,stapled together. Visually-impairedperformers with no internet access mayrequest an advance copy of sides bycalling (860) 527-7838.••Pays: $626 min./wk. Equity SPTContract.‘Loving Obama’••Casting a workshop production,“Loving Obama,” which exploresBarack Obama’s past, the father whowas never there for him, and his contemporaryidentity as an iconic African-American leader. Company states: “Theworkshop is a mixture of voice andmovement and is intended to bepitched to different performancevenues.”••Company: ArtPond Foundation. Staff:Marc Pontius, production manager;Sidra Bell, dir.••Rehearses through Feb. 20; runs Feb.21 & 22 at 313 E. 58th St., NYC.••Seeking—Obama: male, 20-35, AfricanAmerican, feels the continuing loss ofhis father who was never there for him,also feels a large black hole growinghourly that must be filled in order forhim to become himself, the play is ajourney of self-discovery inspired by“Dreams from My Father” but in noway a translation, Obama meets threemen of influence, all fatherless sonswho also feel the desperation of incompletion,each tries to influence theyoung Obama according to his owncharacter and way of movement, intime he meets a man whom he listensto, who is complete with his own fatherand pushes the future president to findclosure in his quest by loving himself asa fatherless son; actors with danceexperience who reside in the NYC areaare preferred.••Seeking submissions from NY.••Send submissions to assistant@ransomart.net.••Pays $1,000 (flat fee).‘Marisol,’ NJ Appointments••Casting “Marisol” by José Rivera.••Company: Luna Stage. Staff: John P.Lewis, managing dir.••Rehearsals begin March 18; runs April10-May 11, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> (Thurs.-Sun.) in WestOrange, NJ.••Seeking—Marisol: female, 25-29,Hispanic, Puerto Rican; a young smart,independent, beautiful upwardlymobileLatina suddenly thrust into anightmarish journey through the apocalypticwasteland of NYC; being usedto shutting her eyes to all of the uglinessof the world, she now has to findher power and strength to fight andsurvive; seeking an actress who cantransform from being a vulnerablescared follower to a strong warrior;need an actress with language, sense ofAuditionHighlightsNew York TristateFri., Jan. 24‘A Funny Thing Happened...’‘Amazing Grace’‘Mamma Mia!’ B’way‘Miss Saigon’‘My Fair Lady’‘Od’ (also 1/25)‘Thank You For Being A Friend’Sat., Jan. 25‘Abduction’‘All Shook Up’‘Father of the Bride’ (also 1/27)‘La Cage Aux Folles’‘Mystic India: The World Tour’‘Political Shenanigans’‘Shout! The Mod Musical’‘The World Goes Round’Mon., Jan. 27‘Les Miserables’‘Newsies!’ Nat’l Tour‘Talley’s Folly’‘The Music Man’Agent Access Auditions, MusicalJenny Wiley Theatre <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> SeasonOgunquit Playhouse <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> SeasonFor the full auditions calendar,visit <strong>backstage</strong>.com/auditionshumor, and physical theater training isa plus. Lenny/Man with Scar Tissue/Man with Ice Cream/Man with GolfClub: male, 25-35, Caucasian, to playfour men in mental distress; all of thesecharacters have violent outbursts andsome sort of meltdown; need an actorwho can instill humor, charm, and ragein these roles. Lenny is obsessed withMarisol, and is paranoid. Looking for anactor who can physically transformfrom one character to the next and witha sense of humor. June and Ensemble:female, 33-38, Caucasian, Irish-American; bright, hyper, “dressed incool East Village Clothes”. She isMarisol’s co-worker, and in love withher. June transforms from a sweet lovingcaretaker/protector to a ranting racistviolent Skin Head. Looking for anActress with a sense of humor. Womanwith Furs and Ensemble: female,30-49, Caucasian, privileged; ex lawyer:lost in the apocalyptic Bronxwasteland, trying to get to LesMiserables; a bit delirious and overwhelmed over the world and what it iscoming to. She is very fearful anddeeply troubled; think privileged uppereast side socialite stuck in the Bronx ofthe 70s; fish out of water; actress with asense of humor. Angel and Ensemble:female, 20-39, African American, protector,strong, spiritual, and youngblack woman.; an Urban Burnt OutWarrior of some lost cause; Marisol’sguardian angel; might have a puckishside to her; need an actress withstrength, humor, good with language,and a good command of her body; somephysical theater training a plus.••Seeking submissions from NJ.••Send submissions to casting@lunastage.org.••Indicate in the subject line: “Marisol/NJ Auditions/AppointmentSubmission.” Auditions will be heldFeb. 5 at the Luna Stage, by appointmentonly.••Pays: $253 min./wk. Equity SPTContract.‘Marisol,’ NY EPAs••Casting “Marisol” by JoséRivera.••Company: Luna Stage. Staff:John P. Lewis, managing dir.••Rehearsals begin March 18;runs April 10-May 11, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>(Thurs.-Sun.) in West Orange, NJ.••Seeking—Marisol: female, 25-29,Hispanic, Puerto Rican; a young smart,independent, beautiful upwardlymobileLatina suddenly thrust into anightmarish journey through the apocalypticwasteland of NYC; being usedto shutting her eyes to all of the uglinessof the world, she now has to findher power and strength to fight andsurvive; seeking an actress who cantransform from being a vulnerablescared follower to a strong warrior;need an actress with language, sense ofhumor, and physical theater training isa plus. Lenny/Man with Scar Tissue/Man with Ice Cream/Man with GolfClub: male, 25-35, Caucasian, to playfour men in mental distress; all of thesecharacters have violent outbursts andsome sort of meltdown; need an actorwho can instill humor, charm, and ragein these roles. Lenny is obsessed withMarisol, and is paranoid. Looking for anactor who can physically transformfrom one character to the next and witha sense of humor. June and Ensemble:female, 33-38, Caucasian, Irish-American; bright, hyper, “dressed incool East Village Clothes”. She isMarisol’s co-worker, and in love withher. June transforms from a sweet lovingcaretaker/protector to a ranting racistviolent Skin Head. Looking for anActress with a sense of humor. Womanwith Furs and Ensemble: female,30-49, Caucasian, privileged; ex lawyer:lost in the apocalyptic Bronxwasteland, trying to get to LesMiserables; a bit delirious and overwhelmed over the world and what it iscoming to. She is very fearful anddeeply troubled; think privileged uppereast side socialite stuck in the Bronx ofthe 70s; fish out of water; actress with asense of humor. Angel and Ensemble:female, 20-39, African American, protector,strong, spiritual, and youngblack woman.; an Urban Burnt OutWarrior of some lost cause; Marisol’sguardian angel; might have a puckishside to her; need an actress withstrength, humor, good with language,and a good command of her body; somephysical theater training a plus.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldFeb. 5 from 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (lunchEquityNotices1-2 p.m.) at AEA Audition Center, 165West 46th Street, 16th Floor, NYC.••Send submissions to casting@lunastage.org.••EPA rules are in effect; a monitor willbe provided. Prepare a contemporaryserio-comic or dramatic monologue,under two minutes. Bring pix &resumes, stapled together.••Pays: $253 min./wk. Equity SPTContract.‘Satchmo at the Waldorf’••Seeking an understudy for “Satchmoat the Waldorf” by Terry Teachout.This is a one-man show taking place onthe night of one of Louis Armstrong’sfinal performances as he considers hislife to that point and the peoplewho influenced him.••Company: Joey ParnesProductions. Staff: Kit Ingui,company mgr; GordonEdelstein, dir.; James Calleri& Erica Jensen, casting.••Understudy rehearsal beginsFeb. 3; previews begin Feb. 13;opens March 2, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> in NYC.••Seeking—Louis Armstrong(Understudy): male, 45-79, AfricanAmerican, portrays musician LouisArmstrong in his 70’s speaking candidlyto the audience about his life andlegacy; aged and tired, but retains hischarm and sweetness; also portraysmanager Joe Glaser - Jewish, cut throatand blunt man who arranged everyaspect of Armstrong’s career, and hadties to mob; and portrays Miles Daviswho doesn’t approve of Armstrongcatering to white audiences. Note: Thisrole has been cast (John DouglasThompson). Seeking understudy only.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldJan. 27 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (lunch 1:30-2:30 p.m.) at Pearl Studios NYC “500”,500 Eighth Ave. (btw. 35th & 36thstreets), NYC.••EPA rules are in effect; a monitor willbe provided. Prepare a 2-minute contemporarymonologue, drama or comedy.Bring pix & resumes, stapledtogether.••Pays: $766/wk. Equity Off BroadwayCat. C Contract.‘Taming of the Shrew’••Seeking non-Equity performers for theSouth Dakota Shakespeare Festival’ssecond outdoor season of free theater.The Festival seeks professional actors,actor/musicians, and teaching artistsexperienced in Shakespeare to form anensemble-based company for a fourweekcontract rehearsing and performingShakespeare’s “Taming of theShrew.”••Company: South Dakota ShakespeareFestival. Staff: Chaya Gordon-Bland,artistic dir.••Rehearses May 19-June 12 at theWarren M. Lee Center for Fine Arts andPrentis Park; runs June 13-15 at PrentisPark in Vermillion, SD.••Seeking—Multiple Roles: males &females, 18-64, all ethnicities, casting acompany of 8-9 men and 4-5 womenwho will double and play all of theroles. There are no specifications forage or ethnicity.••Auditions will be held by appt. March11, March 12 and March 13 in NYC.22 <strong>backstage</strong> <strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | Charts<strong>backstage</strong>.com
new york tristate casting••To be considered for a NYC auditionappointment, send pix & resumes byFeb. 15 to Chaya Gordon-Bland, ArtisticDir., South Dakota ShakespeareFestival, P.O. Box 30, Vermillion, SD57069.••For more info, visit www.sdshakespearefestival.org.••Pays: $200/wk. Producer states: “Allpositions are paid. Actors coming fromout of town will be eligible for localhousing and a travel stipend.”‘The Hound of the Baskervilles’••Casting New Harmony Theatre’s summerseason, to include “The Hound ofthe Baskervilles.”••Company: University of SouthernIndiana/New Harmony Theatre. Staff:Elliot Wasserman, producing artisticdir.; Eric Altheide, resident assoc. dir.;Angela Torres, managing/marketingdir.••Rehearsals begin June 24; runs July11-20 in Evansville, IN.••Seeking—Three Comedic Actors: male,18+, all ethnicities, with improvisationalability, able to play numerousroles including women, must be adeptat physical comedy, a range of dialect,and lightning fast delivery, this is acomic version of the Holmes story, inthe same vein as “The 39 Steps.”••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldJan. 29 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (lunch, 1:30-2:30 p.m.) at Ripley-Grier 520, 520 8thAve. (bet. 36th & 37th Sts.), 16th Floor,NYC.••EPA Rules are in effect. A monitor willbe provided.••Prepare a brief monologue under twominutes or a one-minute monologue &16 bars of a song. Total audition shouldnot exceed two minutes. If singing,bring sheet music; accompanist provided.For those singing, theater prefersauditioning with the final verse &chorus of “The Fantasticks.” Note:Everyone must show government photoID to enter building.••Pays $600/wk. Equity LOA ref to LORTContract.‘Too Much Sun’••Casting “Too Much Sun.” Productionstates: “From acclaimed playwright,Nicky Silver (“The Lyons,”“Pterodactyls,” “The Food Chain,” and“Raised in Captivity”). AudreyLangham a celebrated actress - unravelscompletely while preparing for anew production of “Medea.” Withnowhere else to go, she descends uponher married daughter for a summer bythe sea. She is not, however, greetedwith confetti and champagne. Herarrival sets off a chain of events alternatelyhilarious and harrowing.”••Company: Vineyard Theatre. Staff:Nicky Silver, playwright; Mark Brokaw,dir.; Douglas Aibel & Sarah Stern, artisticdirs.; Henry Russell Bergstein, castingdir.••Rehearsals begin April 1; previewsMay 1 in NY.••Seeking—Kitty: female, 35-45, all ethnicities,high strung, fragile, eccentric,with a sadness underneath, she sits onher anger most of the time, works infinance, must have strong comedicchops. Winston: male, 60-69, all ethnicities,handsome, shell-shocked,emotionally remote, trying for the firsttime to find happiness after tragedy.Dennis: male, 35-49, all ethnicities,Kitty’s husband, attractive, cerebral,verbal, bookish and slightly rigid, thekind of man who can use the word“delightful” in a sentence and not seemremotely effeminate. Lucas: male,25-35, all ethnicities, Winston’s son, avery beautiful young man, overtlysunny, although he has a boyish energythat makes him seem younger than hisyears, he is not necessarily a boy physically,he took “some time off fromschool” and we don’t know how much,sexy, winning, charming--underneaththere is a pit of despair, we should notsense his misery until it is revealed, heis not ironic. Audrey Langham: female,60-79, all ethnicities, a celebrated andaccomplished stage actress, although attimes flamboyant, she’s a survivor,quite capable of saying what shemeans and getting what she wants.Note: The role has been cast. Actorsmay be considered for possiblereplacements should they becomeneeded. Gil: male, 30-39, all ethnicities,an assistant to Audrey’s agent, highstrung, verbal, neurotic, fearful, andgentle, tries hard to be good at his job,but he also realizes during the course ofthe play that he doesn’t really want hisjob or a career as an agent. Note: Therole has been cast. Actors may be consideredfor possible replacementsshould they become needed.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldFeb. 4 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (lunch, 1:30-2:30 p.m.) at Chelsea Studios, 151 West26th Street; 5th Fl., NYC.••EPA rules are in effect. A monitor willbe provided. Prepare a contemporarycomedic monologue under two minutes.Bring pix and resume, stapledtogether.••Note: Performers of all ethnic andracial backgrounds are encouraged toattend.••Pays $491/wk. min. Equity ANTCContract.‘Trouble in Mind’••Casting “Trouble in Mind.” Synopsis:The year is 1957. On the stage of aBroadway theater, an acting companyhas gathered for their first day ofrehearsal. When the black actress in thestarring role confronts her white directorabout his interpretation of the play,everything explodes. Filled withwarmth and razor sharp humor,Trouble in Mind is a provocative look atthe way people talk about race—and ahilarious <strong>backstage</strong> drama about artistsat work.••Company: Two River TheaterCompany. Staff: Alice Childress, writer;Jade King Carroll, dir.; John Dias, artisticdir.; Michael Hurst, managing dir.;Cindy Tolan & Adam Caldwell, castingdirs.••Rehearsals begin March 11 (all rehearsalsin NYC); tech rehearsal will be heldMarch 1-4. Previews run April 5-10;runs April 11-27 (with possible extensionuntil May 4) in Red Bank, NJ.••Seeking—Wiletta Mayer: female,50-69, African American, attractive andexpansive in personality. AfricanAmerican. Must be able to sing. ilettahas been an actor for 25 years, but nevera star. As an actor, a woman, and anAfrican-American, she knows she iswithout power—and she has learnedfrom experience how to swallow herfeelings, get along, and say the rightthing. Her strength and anger are rarelyon the surface. But when she is pushed,her temper flares and we see a womanwho can fight the world. As the playgoes on, she grows increasingly confidentand direct. Her performance of aspiritual must be galvanizing—for her,and for everyone around her. MillieDavis: female, 30-39, African American,must be able to carry a tune. Millie:female, 18-64, Caucasian, knows howto make an entrance, but she’s discontentedby her life—and especially by hercareer. She is politically active andaware, and deeply frustrated that shemust continue to play roles that arepassive and stereotypically conceivedby white writers and directors.Even though she knows what’sright—she also knows that sheneeds to do to keep her job. Her ownway of speaking is bald, flat, and direct.When she’s acting, she knows how todeliver the standard formula chuckleand extra warmth. Judy Sears: female,18-25, Caucasian, a young actor who hasjust graduated from Yale. She takes theprivilege of her race (and the financialsupport of her parents) for granted.Earnest and well meaning, but herinnocent belief in her “progressive”attitudes can make her seem cloying.When we first meet her, she is emotionaland unsteady; life scares her.And yet, she has more self-awarenessthan one would expect. Al Manners:male, 40-59, Caucasian, the director—energetic, confident, and patronizing.Underneath a veneer of kindness, he’squite selfish, tactless and manipulative.He loves the challenge of a conflict—heneeds to win. And if it helpshim to win and to get what he wants, hecan change his manner in an instant.He’s always watching and calculatinghis next step; he likes to catch othersoff guard. Touchy about outside criticismand boastful of his own trials andtribulations—which he suffers loudly.The kind of man who thinks he’s notracist—until he winds himself up andspeaks without thinking. John Nevins:male, 18-25, African American, a young,talented—and very charming—actor. Atthe start of the play, he is unable to containhis enthusiasm for the job, andscoffs at the idea that he would need toingratiate himself with his white colleaguesby being less than his authenticself. As the play goes on, and hebecomes seduced by the idea of success,he unconsciously begins to mimichis white director, picking up the wayhe speaks and moves. Henry: male,70-79, Caucasian, a veteran of 50 yearsin show business, first as an electrician,and now the doorman. He’s Irish, andproud of it. A real character--somewhatgarrulous, a bit deaf. When he’s working,he’s exact, precise, all business. Heis both innately compassionate (especiallyaround actors) and eager toplease, but his temper can occasionallyflare. Sheldon Forrester: male, 75-85,African American, must be able to carrya tune. An elderly character actor. LikeWiletta, he has learned from experiencehow to keep his head down, getalong, and say the right thing. His wayof getting by is to always be polite andnot make waves. Bill O’Wray: male,50-59, Caucasian, an experienced characteractor. When he is playing a part,he is dynamic and radiates strengthand power. When he is only himself—he’s more a shadow of a man, andappears to be worried all the time, Heprefers to avoid the company of otherpeople as much as he can; when he triesto ingratiate himself, he often falls flat.Eddie Fenton:: male, 20-39, Caucasian,the stage manager; eager and quick inAct I. As he absorbs the conflictsaround him, he grows visibly nervousand drawn, lacking his easy-going attitudeof the first act.••Seeking submissions from NY.••To schedule an appt., email tworivercasting@gmail.com;attach picturesand resumes as pdf’s. Seeking submissionsfrom Equity members only forthese appointments for various roles.In order to be considered via this posting,Equity members must submitthemselves directly.••Pays: $675/wk. Venue is within commutingdistance from NYC, but housingcan be provided for tech and all performances.Equity LORT D Non-RepContract.United Solo Theatre Festival••United Solo, the world’s “largest solotheatre festival,” is seeking one-personshows. From openly solicited submissions,the Festival will select local andinternational productions and willpresent them at Theatre Row on 42ndSt. in NYC.••Company: United Solo.••Festival runs Sept. 18-Nov. <strong>23</strong> onTheatre Row in NYC.••Seeking—Solo Performers: males &females, 18+, all ethnicities, includingrenowned artists and emerging talents,in categories including storytelling,improv, stand-up, magic, puppetry,dance, multimedia, musical, drama(tragedy or comedy), and more.••Seeking submissions nationwide.••For more info and to apply, visit www.unitedsolo.org and click “ufest.”Download an application form and sendsubmissions to United Solo, 680Riverside Dr., #4B, NYC 10031. Deadlineto submit is March 3, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>.••Possible pay, plus credit provided. $40application fee required. The festival isseeking both union and nonunion performers,but union performers areresponsible for obtaining their ownunion contract (Equity Showcase Code).‘What Does It Mean to Be anAmerican?’••Casting “What Does It Mean to Be anAmerican?,” a 30-minute one-womanplay about immigration.••Staff: Michael Martinez, dir.••Rehearses/performs April or May <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>(exact dates TBA; approx. 10 days ofrehearsal and one performance) inNYC.••Seeking—Irene: female, 28-38,Hispanic, Ethnically Ambiguous /Mixed Race, actor will play eight (8) differentcharacters over the course of 30minutes.••Seeking submissions from NY.plays<strong>backstage</strong>.com upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | Charts<strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 <strong>backstage</strong> <strong>23</strong>
casting new york tristateplays Musicals••Send submissions to mikeology@optonline.net.••If selected for an audition, prepare adramatic monologue, no more than fiveminutes in length and bring pix &resumes, stapled together.••To view the director’s previous work,visit www.vimeo.com/54506044.••Pays: $100 per day. The producer isseeking both union and nonunion performers,but no union contract is currentlyplanned. Performers shouldcheck with their union before acceptingany work.Musicals‘42nd Street’••Casting “42nd Street,” to be presentedas part of Gateway Playhouse’s <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>season.••Company: Gateway Playhouse(Performing Arts Center of SuffolkCounty). Staff: Michael Stewart & MarkBramble, book; Al Dubin, lyrics; HarryWarrem, music; dir.-choreo. TBD.; PaulAllan, managing prod.; Dom Ruggiero,general mgr.; Michael Baker, casting;Rachel Colson, casting asst.••Rehearses May 6-21; runs May 21-June7 in Bellport, NY.••Seeking—Julian Marsh: male, 40-59,all ethnicities, Broadway director, powerfulpresence, when he enters a roomyou can cut the tension in the air with aknife, the words “can’t” and “no” donot exist in his language of “show business,”he eats, drinks, and lives theshow, powerful, commanding, sexy,handsome, intelligent, and knowing,can handle any situation with wit,strength, and charm, he is ruthless, butdeep down he has a caring heart.Baritone. Peggy Sawyer: female, 20-30,all ethnicities, fresh off the bus fromAllentown, PA, full of hope, dreams,innocence, spirit, and most important,genuine talent, appealing, “fresh aspaint,” adorable, the “all-American”ideal, must be a superb tapper and singwell. Soprano. Dorothy Brock: female,40-55, all ethnicities, about to age anyminute, a Broadway star, “Pretty Lady”is her return to Broadway after a10-year absence, there’s a touch of wellmaskeddesperation in her demeanor,grand, imperious, selfish, must haveglamour, sing well, and move withgrace. Alto. Maggie Jones: female,40-69, all ethnicities, co-author of“Pretty Lady,” witty, no-nonsensedame, a character comedienne, strongBroadway belt and must move well.Anytime Annie: female, 25-39, all ethnicities,experienced chorus girl, sheknows the ropes, nobody’s fool, quickwittedand smart-mouthed, tall, strappinggirl, superb tapper and strongBroadway belt. Abner Dillon: male,50-69, all ethnicities, bankrolling“Pretty Lady,” only because of hisinfatuation with Dorothy Brock, he isher current “sugar daddy,” heavy-set,ridiculous, pompous, and not verybright. Andy Lee: male, 25-39, all ethnicities,hard-working dance director of“Pretty Lady,” has worked with Julianmany times, a genuine pro, major tapdancer. Billy Lawlor: male, 25-35, allethnicities, classic juvenile, clean-cut,good looks, warm, charming, personable,everybody’s best friend, “an okayguy,” “someone you can take home tomother,” protects Peggy and looks outfor her but would love to date her aswell, superb tapper and first rate legitBroadway. Tenor. Bert Barry: male,45-60, all ethnicities, co-author of“Pretty Lady.” A funny witty guy wholoves his work, superb comic, mustmove well. Character singer. PatDenning: male, 45-50, all ethnicities,actor down on his luck, once very handsome,just beginning to go to sod, agood guy in a bad situation, trying desperatelyto keep his love affair withDorothy Brock alive, was onceDorothy’s vaudeville partner and lover.Baritone.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldFeb. 6 from 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (lunch1-2 p.m.) and Feb. 7 from 9:30 a.m.-5:30p.m. (lunch 1-2 p.m.) at AEAAudition Center, 165 W. 46th St.,16th fl., NYC.••EPA rules are in effect; a monitorwill be provided. This EPA is forGateway Playhouse’s <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> season,which includes “42nd Street,” “SmokeyJoe’s Cafe,” “Mary Poppins,” “SouthPacific,” and “The Addams Family.”••Prepare a 32-bar selection of musicappropriate to the season. Selectionsfrom the season are fine. Bring sheetmusic; accompanist provided. Bring pix& resumes, stapled together.••For more info, visit www.gatewayplahouse.com.••Pays: $473 min./wk. Equity LOA ref. toCOST Contract.‘All Shook Up’••Casting “All Shook Up.”••Company: La Comedia Dinner Theatre.Staff: Chris Beiser, dir.-choreo.••Rehearsals begin April 21; runs May8-June 29 in Springboro, OH.••Seeking—Chad: male, 20-35, all ethnicities,great-looking, motorcycling, guitar-playing,leather jacket-wearingroustabout; baritone/tenor. Dennis:male, 20-25, all ethnicities, young, awkward,aspiring dentist; tenor. DeanHyde: male, 18-20, all ethnicities, olderteenager, the mayor’s military boardingschool son; tenor. Jim Haller: male,45-59, all ethnicities, Natalie’s widowedfather; baritone. Sheriff Earl: male,45-59, all ethnicities, a man of very fewwords; baritone. Natalie Haller: female,20-25, all ethnicities, a mechanic tomboy;alto. Lorraine: female, 18-20,African American, Sylvia’s daughter,strong belt, alto. Miss Sandra: female,45-59, all ethnicities, beautiful, intellectualcaretaker of town’s museum;alto. Mayor Matilda Hyde: female,45-59, all ethnicities, the town’s veryconservative mayor; alto. Ensemble:males & females, 18-64, all ethnicities,seeking singer-dancer-actors to fillmultiple roles.••Auditions will be held Feb. 4 at 10 a.m.(singers for principal roles) and at 3p.m. (dance call for ensemble roles) atNola Studios, 250 W. 54th St., NYC.••Prepare a traditional musical theatersong that is appropriate to the show.Bring pix & resumes, stapled together.Note: Seeking non-Equity talent.••Pays: $300 for rehearsal period and$300/wk. for performances; housing,transportation, meal each performance,health club membership, andworkman’s comp also provided. Totalcompensation including rehearsal is$2,700.‘All Shook Up’••Casting “All Shook Up” as part of theIvoryton Playhouse season.••Company: Ivoryton Playhouse. Staff:Jacqueline Hubbard, exec./artistic dir.;Richard Amelius, dir.-choreo.; KyleNorris, music dir.••Season rehearses and performs inIvoryton, CT.••Seeking—Natalie Haller: female, 20-29,all ethnicities, a mechanic; alto. Chad:male, 25-35, all ethnicities, a greatlookin’,motorcycling, guitar-playing,leather-jacketed roustabout; baritone.Jim Haller: male, 45-59, all ethnicities,Natalie’s widowed father; baritone.Sylvia: female, 40-49, AfricanAmerican, the no-nonsense,African-American owner of Sylvia’sHonky-Tonk; alto. Lorraine:female, 14-22, all ethnicities, Sylvia’s16 year-old daughter; belt. Dennis:male, 20-30, all ethnicities, a young,awkward, aspiring dentist; tenor. MissSandra: female, 24-33, all ethnicities,the beautiful, intellectual caretaker ofthe town’s museum; alto. MayorMatilda Hyde: female, 40-59, all ethnicities,the town’s conservative mayor;alto. Dean Hyde: male, 14-22, all ethnicities,Matilda’s 16 year-old son, hasgrown up at a military boarding school;tenor. Sheriff Earl: male, 40-59, all ethnicities,the law in town, a man of notmany words; baritone. MinorCharacters: males & females, 18-64, allethnicities, to play various roles includingHenrietta, Female Customer,Female Clerk, Bus Driver, Warden,Fella, Guys #1 & #2.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldJan. 25 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (lunch, 1:30-2:30 p.m.; by appointment only) atIvoryton Playhouse Rehearsal Studio,24 Main St., Centerbrook, CT.••Prepare a song from the show or in thestyle of. Bring sheet music; accompanistprovided. Bring picture andresume, stapled together.••For an audition appointment, call(860) 767-9520 ext. 203. AEA memberswithout appointments seen as timepermits. A monitor will not be provided.The producer will run all aspectsof this audition. Performers of all ethnicand racial backgrounds are encouragedto attend. Note: Four PrincipalEquity Contracts and One ChorusContract Available.••Pays $404/wk. Equity SPT Contract.‘Annie’ National Tour••Casting the non-Equity national tourof “Annie.” One of the world’s bestlovedmusicals returns in time-honoredform. Directed by original director andlyricist Martin Charnin and producedby Troika Entertainment, LLC, thisiconic “Annie” will be a brand-new presentationof the original production.••Company: Troika Entertainment.Staff: Thomas Meehan, book; CharlesStrouse, music; Martin Charnin, lyrics;Martin Charnin, director; LizaGennaro, choreo.; Joy Dewing Casting-Joy Dewing & Holly Buczek, casting;Townsend Teague, general mgr; BrianSchrader, asst. general mgr.••Rehearsals begin on/around Aug. 11 inNYC; technical rehearsals begin on/around Sept. 8 in Chattanooga, TN;runs on/around Sept. <strong>23</strong> in Detroit, MI.Note: Contracted through Aug. 2, 2<strong>01</strong>5.••Seeking—Oliver Warbucks: male,40-55, Caucasian, actor/singer, a successfulbusinessman with a warmheart, rich, stiff-collared, bullish, bestif tall (at least 6’); baritone: C to high F.Note: Actor must be willing to shavehead for the role. Miss Hannigan:female, 35-45, Caucasian, matron of theorphanage, hates children, fond ofbooze, skilled comedic characteractress who sings well, strong belter,strong mover, strong physical comedyskills. Grace Farrell: female, 25-35,Caucasian, lovely singing actor withgraceful dance skills, Warbuck’s classy,charming, highly efficient secretary, anearly feminist with brains and beautyto spare. Rooster Hannigan: male,20-39, Caucasian, Miss Hannigan’s nogoodyounger brother, out for the quickbuck, sleazy, slick con man, actor/singer/dancer. Lily St. Regis: female,20-39, Caucasian, the dim-witted,money-hungry girlfriend of Rooster,bimbo, must have excellent comedictiming and a strong traditional musicaltheatre belt as well as soprano notes,actor/singer/dancer. FDR: male, 40-59,Caucasian, to play President FranklinDelano Roosevelt and other small rolesin the ensemble, strong character actorwith excellent comedic timing who isalso a good mover; bass or bass-baritonewith a sustained high F. FemaleEnsemble: female, 20-39, all ethnicities,to play several small roles in thefemale ensemble, excellent musicaltheatre performers, various types andage ranges, singer/actors who dance ormove well, may understudy principalroles, also seeking swings to cover multipleensemble roles including childroles. Male Ensemble: male, 20-39, allethnicities, excellent musical theatreperformers, various types and ageranges, to play several small roles in themale ensemble, singer/actors whodance or move well, especially seekingtaller men, at least 5’10”, may understudyprincipal roles, also seekingswings to cover multiple ensembleroles.••Auditions will be held Feb. 13 from 10a.m.-6 p.m. (sign in by 9:30 a.m.; adultmale singers) and Feb. 14 from 10 a.m.-6p.m. (sign in by 9:30 a.m.; adult femalesingers) at Pearl Studios, 519 8thAvenue; 12th Fl., NYC.••Prepare 16 bars of a traditional musicaltheatre uptempo song. Bring your bookand have a traditional musical theatreballad prepared in case you are askedfor another selection. Absolutely nopop/rock or contemporary musical theatre.Do not sing from the show. Bring acurrent headshot and resume, stapledtogether. Bring dance clothes and charactershoes in case you are asked todance later in the afternoon.••Note: Do not start an unofficial list. Nounofficial list will be honored. Form aline and sign up on the official list.Callbacks will be held the followingweek, Feb. 18-20. Auditions for children24 <strong>backstage</strong> <strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | Charts<strong>backstage</strong>.com
new york tristate castingwill be held in June.••For more info, visit www.joydewingcasting.comor follow Joy DewingCasting on Facebook(JoyDewingCasting) and Twitter (@jdcasting).••Pays $455/wk. (performance); plus$255/wk. per diem outside NYC. Basichealth insurance, housing and travelprovided. Non-union.‘Dog and Pony’••Casting “Dog and Pony” the world premieremusical romantic comedy withbook by Rick Elice and music & lyrics byMichael Patrick Walker.••Company: The Old Globe Theatre.Staff: Barry Edelstein, art dir.; MichaelG. Murphy, managing dir.; Roger Rees,dir.; Tara Rubin Casting, casting.••Rehearsals begin Apr. 22; runs May28-June 29 at The Old Globe Theatre inSan Diego, CA.••Seeking—Andy: male, 30-42, allethnicities, brilliant, divinelysexy, the smartest guy in anyroom, an alcoholic. (Now inrecovery, though in certainflashbacks, he’s still drinking.)He’s worked for a living since hewas a child actor, and worked through ahopeless marriage with Jane since theirdaughter Rosie was born. A greatwriter, and an even better salesman;strong-bari-tenor up to G# with a contemporarymusical theater sound.Mags: female, 30-39, all ethnicities,super-smart, beautiful and neurotic, aworkaholic, flowered creatively whenshe met Andy, several years back. Herrelationship is with her work, whichmeans, largely, it’s with Andy. A greatpartner for Andy, though not as good awriter. A spouse-equivalent whosecretly wishes she were the spouse;excellent mezzo/belter up to a D, mustalso be comfortable in a low/conversationalrange. The Host/Jeff/Joe(Passenger): male, 18-64, all ethnicities,three roles to be played by oneactor; bari-tenor up to F#, excellentsinger with a pop sensibility. Host (20s),good-natured but slightly overwhelmedby having to “get inside” therather dense walls protecting Andy andMags from the world, and from eachother. Jeff (21) is a hunky suburban kidwith a face so appealing, he’ll be amovie star in a minute. Probably humpingRosie, Andy’s teenage daughter. Joe(late 20s), a Washington DC news segmentproducer for CNN. Mags’ whiteknight, if he’s patient enough to convinceher. Instantly interested in her,and likely to stay with her for a long,long time. Rhoda/Doris: female, 50-64,all ethnicities, one actress to play bothroles; solid alto up to at least Bb abovemiddle C. Rhoda (late 50s) is Andy’smother, a southern girl who married aself absorbed man, gave birth to a son,and spent all her time carefully teachingthe boy all of her many neuroses, aracist and anti-Semite, though she’d beshocked to hear it. Acutely aware of thesacrifices she’s made, which cost her somuch and for which she will never feelthe least bit appreciated. Doris (60) isMags’ mother, an upper west side NewYork widow; over-privileged, over-educated,over-analyzed, probably overindulged.She adores her daughter, butEquityNoticeshas managed, anyway, to make Mags aworld-class neurotic.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldJan. 30 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (lunch, 1:30-2:30 p.m.) at Pearl Studios NYC “519”,519 8th Ave., 12th fl., NYC.••EPA Rules are in effect. A monitor willbe provided. Performers of all ethnicand racial backgrounds are encouragedto attend.••Prepare a contemporary musical theatersong. Bring sheet music; accompanistprovided. Bring a picture andresume, stapled together.••Pays $812/wk. Equity LORT Non-Rep BContract.‘Into the Woods’••Casting “Into the Woods” with music &lyrics Stephen Sondheim.••Company: The Old Globe Theatre.Staff: Barry Edelstein, art dir.; MichaelG. Murphy, managing dir.; BenSteinfeld & Noah Brody, dirs.;Matt Castle, musical dir.; LisaShriver, choreo.; Tara RubinCasting, casting.••Rehearsals begin June 20;runs July 12-Aug. 17 at The OldGlobe Theatre in San Diego, CA.••Seeking—The Witch and Others:female, 30-49, all ethnicities, outwardlyself-serving, possessive, sarcastic,vain and charismatic. Inwardlyinsecure and lonely, some ability toplay the piano a plus; mezzo-soprano.This role will not be understudied.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldJan. 30 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (lunch, 1:30-2:30 p.m.) at Pearl Studios NYC “519”,519 8th Ave., 12th fl., NYC.••EPA Rules are in effect. A monitor willbe provided. Performers of all ethnicand racial backgrounds are encouragedto attend.••Prepare a contemporary musical theatersong. Bring sheet music; accompanistprovided. Bring a picture andresume, stapled together.••Note: “Into The Woods” is a partnershipbetween McCarter Theatre, FiascoTheater and The Old Globe.••Pays $883/wk. Equity LORT Non-RepB+ Contract.Jenny Wiley Theatre <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>Season••Jenny Wiley Theatre (Prestonsburg,KY), a 580-seat outdoor amphitheatrelocated in a KY state resort park, is castingits <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> 50th Anniversary summerseason as well as year-round programming.Jenny Wiley Theatre produces asummer season of large-scale musicalsand plays in rotating repertory w/liveorchestra, and year-round programmingin its brand new (<strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>) theaterspace. Season includes: “ChurchBasement Ladies 2: A Second Helping,”“Peter Pan” (Trevor Nunn/John Cairdversion), and “South Pacific.” Also castinga spring production of “How IBecame a Pirate” (rehearses and performsApril 19-May 24) and holiday productionof Irving Berlin’s “WhiteChristmas” (rehearses and performsNov. 5-Dec. 20), both to be produced inJWT’s new theatre venue in Pikeville,KY.••Company: Jenny Wiley Theatre. Staff:Scott Bradley, casting dir.••Summer season rehearses and performsMay 17 - Aug. 2. Opportunityexists for both full season and individualshow contracts.••Seeking—Male & Female Performers:males & females, 18-60, all ethnicities,versatile, dynamic music theater professionalsfor all lead, featured, supporting,and ensemble roles in “SouthPacific,” “Peter Pan,” “ChurchBasement Ladies 2: A Second Helping,”and Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas.”Dancers and Dancers Who Sing: males& females, 18-30, all ethnicities, forensemble tracks in “South Pacific,”“Peter Pan,” and Irving Berlin’s “WhiteChristmas.” Strong Female Performers:female, 30-65, all ethnicities, with terrificcomic skills for roles in “ChurchBasement Ladies 2: A Second Helping.”Note: Previous experience with theshow a plus. Strong Character Actors:male, 20-59, all ethnicities, for roles in“South Pacific,” “Peter Pan,” “How IBecame a Pirate,” and Irving Berlin’s“White Christmas.”••Auditions will be held Jan. 27 from 10a.m.-5 p.m. and Jan. 28 (dance callbacks) (by appt.) at Pearl Studios, 500Eighth Ave., New York City, NY, 10<strong>01</strong>8.••Send submissions to jwtheatrecasting@gmail.com.••Prepare 16 bars from standard musicaltheatre repertoire that best demonstratesyour vocal range. An accompanistwill be provided; no transpositions,lead sheets, taped accompaniment, or acappella auditions. For more info, contactsubmission email or visit www.jwtheatre.com; no phone calls. Dancersand dancers who sing are stronglyencouraged to attend the open call.••Pays: $250-$450/wk. (depending onroles/tracks in rep), plus housing andtravel stipend provided; securitydeposit required for housing.‘La Cage Aux Folles’••Casting “La Cage Aux Folles” as part ofthe Ivoryton Playhouse season.••Company: Ivoryton Playhouse. Staff:Jacqueline Hubbard, exec./artistic dir.;Lawrence Thelen, dir.; Todd L.Underwood, choreo.; Michael Morris,musical dir.••Season rehearses and performs inIvoryton, CT.••Seeking—Albin: male, 18-64, all ethnicities,a performer of star quality;mature; baritone, great powerhouse ofa Broadway voice; fine comic actor.Georges: male, 18-64, all ethnicities, astar; mature and attractive; goodsinger; energetic, loving and caring;must move well; baritone/tenor. Jean-Michel: male, 18-39, all ethnicities,must appear to be 20 years old; handsome;brunette; masculine, well-mannered,educated; desperately in lovewith his fiancee, Anne; lyric baritonewho acts, sings, and moves well. Jacob:male, 20-29, African American, butler/maid; brilliant comedian who sings andmoves well. Anne: female, 18-21, allethnicities, Jean-Michel’s fiancee;lovely to look at; spunky; a superbdancer who acts well. Edouard Dindon:male, 18-64, all ethnicities, Anne’sfather; right-wing radical politician;pompous; quirky; must sing, movewell, and be a fine comedian. MarieDindon: female, 48-52, all ethnicities,Anne’s mother, shy, retiring, sexuallyrepressed and sex-starved; good singerand actress who moves well; must lookgreat in a leotard for the finale.Jacqueline: female, 18-64, all ethnicities,mature, female friend of Georgesand Albin; owns a chic restaurant;attractive, charming; very theatrical;not necessarily a singer. Renaud: male,18-64, all ethnicities, mature, malefriend of Georges and Albin; owns asmall cafe; understudies both of thetwo leads. Francis: male, 18-64, all ethnicities,male stage manager inGeorges’ club; strong actor/dancer. LesCagelles: males & females, 18-64, allethnicities, to play Chantal, Monique,Dermah, Nicole, Hanna, Mercedes,Bitelle, Lo Singh, Odette, Angelique,Phaedra, Clo-Clo. Townspeople: males& females, 18-64, all ethnicities,Madame Renaud, Paulette, Hercule,Etienne, Babette, Colette, Tabarro,Pepe.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldJan. 25 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (lunch, 1:30-2:30 p.m.; by appointment only) atIvoryton Playhouse Rehearsal Studio,24 Main St., Centerbrook, CT.••Prepare a song from the show or in thestyle of. Bring sheet music; accompanistprovided. Bring picture andresume, stapled together.••For an audition appointment, call(860) 767-9520 ext. 203. AEA memberswithout appointments seen as timepermits. A monitor will not be provided.The producer will run all aspectsof this audition. Performers of all ethnicand racial backgrounds are encouragedto attend. Note: Four PrincipalEquity Contracts and One ChorusContract Available.••Pays $404/wk. Equity SPT Contract.‘Mary Poppins’••Casting “Mary Poppins,” to be presentedas part of Gateway Playhouse’s<strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> season.••Company: Gateway Playhouse(Performing Arts Center of SuffolkCounty). Staff: Richard Sherman &Robert B. Sherman; Julian Fellowes,book; dir.-choreo. TBD; Paul Allan,managing prod.; Dom Ruggiero, generalmgr.; Michael Baker, casting;Rachel Colson, casting asst.••Rehearses June 17-July 2; runs July2-19 in Bellport, NY.••Seeking—Mary Poppins: female, 20-30,all ethnicities, Jane and Michael’s newNanny. A dazzling personality. A forceto be reckoned with. Mezzo sopranowith a strong top. Bert: male, 30-39, allethnicities, a one-man-band, a sidewalkartist, a chimney sweep and a kitesalesman, but above all, a friend toMary Poppins, Jane, and Michael.Baritone to G. Mr. George Banks: male,40-49, all ethnicities, a bank manager,father to Jane and Michael. Tries to be agood provider, but often forgets how tobe a good father. Baritone. AdmiralBoom: male, 50-59, all ethnicities, TheBanks’ friendly neighbor on CherryTree Lane, whose house is shaped like agreat ship. Baritone. Mrs. WinifredBanks: female, 30-49, all ethnicities, aformer actress who is very busy tryingto live up to her husband’s expectations.A loving but distracted mother toJane and Michael. Mezzo soprano.Katie Nanna: female, 30-39, all ethnici-Musicals<strong>backstage</strong>.com upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | Charts<strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 <strong>backstage</strong> 25
casting new york tristateMusicalsties, last in a long line of nannies for theBanks children who can’t stand anymore of Jane and Michael’s pranks andleaves. Miss Andrew: female, 40-59, allethnicities, cruel and demanding.Soprano with alto belt. Miss Lark:female, 30-39, all ethnicities, anotherneighbor on Cherry Tree Lane. A bitsnobby and treats her dog, Willoughby,as a child. Mezzo soprano. Mrs. Brill:female, 40-59, all ethnicities, TheBanks’ cook, rules the kitchen at No. 17Cherry Tree Lane. Alto. Mrs. Corry:female, 50+, all ethnicities, mysteriousand very old, runs the “Talking Shop,”where people buy conversations andgingerbread. Soprano. Robertson Ay:male, 20-29, all ethnicities, clumsy butgood-hearted, the Banks’ footman, hastrouble following instructions. Tenor.The Bird Woman: female, 50-59, allethnicities, sits in front of St.Paul’sCathedral every day, selling bags ofcrumbs for the pigeons. Alto.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldFeb. 6 from 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (lunch1-2 p.m.) and Feb. 7 from 9:30 a.m.-5:30p.m. (lunch 1-2 p.m.) at AEA AuditionCenter, 165 W. 46th St., 16th fl., NYC.••EPA rules are in effect; a monitor willbe provided. This EPA is for GatewayPlayhouse’s <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> season, whichincludes “42nd Street,” “Smokey Joe’sCafe,” “Mary Poppins,” “South Pacific,”and “The Addams Family.”••Prepare a 32-bar selection of musicappropriate to the season. Selectionsfrom the season are fine. Bring sheetmusic; accompanist provided. Bring pix& resumes, stapled together.••For more info, visit www.gatewayplahouse.com.••Pays: $473 min./wk. Equity LOA ref. toCOST Contract.Sharon Playhouse <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> Season••Casting the Sharon Playhouse’s <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>season to include “Les Miserables”(reh./perf. May 30-June 29), “TuesdaysWith Morrie” (reh./perf. June 17-July 6),“Falsettos (reh./perf. June 24-July 20),“The Little Mermaid” (reh./perf. July26-Aug. 24), and a TBA musical.••Company: Sharon Playhouse. Staff:John Simpkins, artistic dir.; GeoffJosselson, casting dir.••Season rehearses and performs inSharon, CT.••Seeking—All Roles: males & females,18-75, all ethnicities. CollegiateCompany: males & females, 18-64, allethnicities, college students from alluniversities for the CollegiateCompany, which includes being cast intwo shows, attending master classeswith stars and special guests, and performingin cabarets.••Auditions will be held Feb. 17 at 10 a.m.(female singers) and at 2 p.m. (malesingers) at Pearl Studios, 500 EighthAve, NYC, 10<strong>01</strong>8. And Feb. 12 (by appt.),Feb. 13 (by appt.) and Feb. 14 (by appt.)in NYC.••Apply on Backstage.com.••For an audition appt. submit online. Ifyou are interested in the CollegiateCompany, email pix & resumes to casting.triarts@gmail.comwith “CollegeCompany Submission” in the subjectline and you will be guaranteed anaudition appointment.••Open call: Prepare a 32 bar cut, bringsheet music in the appropriate key, andbring your book of music. Also, bring apix & resume, stapled together.••For more info, including detailed characterbreakdown and descriptions, visitwww.triarts.net and select “Auditions/Casting Call.”••Salary, plus travel and lodging provided.Producers plan to apply forEquity Guest Artist Contract. PossibleAEA Guest Artist contracts for selectprincipal roles. Note: There is a feerequired for the Collegiate Companyand member will receive two academiccollege credits that can be transferredto their university from New YorkUniversity.‘Shout! The Mod Musical’••Casting “Shout! The Mod Musical” aspart of the Ivoryton Playhouse season.••Company: Ivoryton Playhouse. Staff:Jacqueline Hubbard, exec.-artisticdir.-dir.; Caitlin Collazzo, choreo.;Kyle Norris, music dir.••Season rehearses and performs inIvoryton, CT.••Seeking—Blue Girl: female, 20-30, allethnicities, a blue-blooded fashionmodel, sophisticated, poised, and cool,vain and not particularly friendly;range: F3-F5. Green Girl: female, 30-40,all ethnicities, a good-time girl, blousy,middle-class, and zany, a bit frayed atthe edges, and hopelessly single, acomedian of sorts; range: F3-F5. OrangeGirl: female, 35-45, all ethnicities, the“mother” of the group, domestic andmaternal, wise, soulful, and mature,slowly asserting her new-found independence;range: F3-B5. Red Girl:female, 18-25, all ethnicities, the“baby” of the group, an exciting blendof youthful contradictions, quirky,enthusiastic, and naïve, a hopelessromantic who is insecure about herlooksl; range: F3-G5. Yellow Girl:female, 25-35, all ethnicities, a loud,uninhibited American girl driven byher emotions, a ray of sunshine with asurprising vulnerability, possesses abig, rock diva belt; range: F3-E5.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldJan. 25 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (lunch, 1:30-2:30 p.m.; by appointment only) atIvoryton Playhouse Rehearsal Studio,24 Main St., Centerbrook, CT.••Prepare a song from the show or in thestyle of. Bring sheet music; accompanistprovided. Bring picture andresume, stapled together.••For an audition appointment, call(860) 767-9520 ext. 203. AEA memberswithout appointments seen as timepermits. A monitor will not be provided.The producer will run all aspectsof this audition. Performers of all ethnicand racial backgrounds are encouragedto attend. Note: Three EquityContracts Available.••Pays $404/wk. Equity SPT Contract.‘Smokey Joe’s Cafe’••Casting “Smokey Joe’s Cafe,” to bepresented as part of GatewayPlayhouse’s <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> season.••Company: Gateway Playhouse(Performing Arts Center of SuffolkCounty). Staff: Jerry Leiber & MikeStoller, words & music; Chet Walker,dir.-choreo.; Paul Allan, managingprod.; Dom Ruggiero, general mgr.;Michael Baker, casting; Rachel Colson,casting asst.••Rehearses May 27-June 11; runs June11-28 in Bellport, NY.••Seeking—Male 1: male, 20-49, AfricanAmerican, solid and implacable. Bass.“You’re The Boss,” “Little Egypt”. Male2: male, 20-49, African American, asmoothie. Baritone. “Spanish Harlem,”“Loving You,” “Poison Ivy”. Male 3:male, 20-49, African American, secondtenor. “Stand By Me,” “Youngblood,”“Love Potion #9”. Male 4: male, 20-49,African American, comic bad boy. Firsttenor. “I (Who Have Nothing),”“Searchin,” “Treat Me Nice”. Male 5:male, 20-49, Caucasian, sexy andsuave. Second tenor. “Jailhouse Rock,”“Kansas City,” “Ruby Baby”. Woman 1:female, 20-35, Caucasian, innocent, butwith a wild streak. The Shimmy Girl.(Big) belt, and mix. “Falling,”“Trouble,” “I’m A Woman”. Woman2: female, 20-49, African American,savvy, sexy and smart. (Big) belt,and mix. “Don Juan,” “Some CatsKnow,” “I’m A Woman”. Woman 3:female, 20-49, Caucasian, grounded.The Voice of Experience. (Big) belt, andmix. “Pearl’s a Singer,” “I KeepForgettin,” “Don’t”. Woman 4: female,20-50, African American, large in stature.Sexy, funny and heartbreaking.Huge gospel voice, belt and mix. “FoolsFall In Love,” “Hound Dog,” “Saved”.Male Swing: male, 20-50, all ethnicities,must be a multi-faceted performerwith strong song and dance skills tocover all male roles. Female Swing:female, 20-50, all ethnicities, must be amulti-faceted performer with strongsong and dance skills to cover allfemale roles.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldFeb. 6 from 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (lunch1-2 p.m.) and Feb. 7 from 9:30 a.m.-5:30p.m. (lunch 1-2 p.m.) at AEA AuditionCenter, 165 W. 46th St., 16th fl., NYC.••EPA rules are in effect; a monitor willbe provided. This EPA is for GatewayPlayhouse’s <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> season, whichincludes “42nd Street,” “Smokey Joe’sCafe,” “Mary Poppins,” “South Pacific,”and “The Addams Family.”••Prepare a 32-bar selection of musicappropriate to the season. Selectionsfrom the season are fine. Bring sheetmusic; accompanist provided. Bring pix& resumes, stapled together.••Casting personnel state: “We are lookingfor a multi-talented performers whosing, act, and dance with equal ability.This breakdown follows the basicdescription as was presented onBroadway with some of the songs onwhich they sing lead- songs subject tochange based on concept and directorchoice. Performers of all ethnic andracial backgrounds are encouraged toattend.”••For more info, visit www.gatewayplahouse.com.••Pays: $473 min./wk. Equity LOA ref. toCOST Contract.‘South Pacific’••Casting “South Pacific,” to be presentedas part of Gateway Playhouse’s<strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> season.••Company: Gateway Playhouse(Performing Arts Center of SuffolkCounty). Staff: Richard Rodgers, music;Oscar Hammerstein II, lyrics; DominicRuggiero, dir.; Paul Allan, managingprod.; Dom Ruggiero, general mgr.;Michael Baker, casting; Rachel Colson,casting asst.••Rehearses July 8-<strong>23</strong>; runs July <strong>23</strong>-Aug.9 in Bellport, NY.••Seeking—Emile de Becque: male,40-55, Caucasian, a wealthy, culturedand dignified French plantation ownerwith grit and glamour who falls in lovewith Nellie. Baritone. Nellie Forbush:female, 25-40, Caucasian, an optimisticand simple Navy nurse from LittleRock, Arkansas who falls in love withEmile. Must have great subtle comictiming. Mezzo. Bloody Mary: female,35-55, Pacific Islander, EthnicallyAmbiguous / Mixed Race, Tonkinese, ashrewd souvenir dealer who is also tryingto find her daughter a rich husband.Must have great subtle comic timing.Mezzo. Liat: female, 15-22, PacificIslander, Ethnically Ambiguous / MixedRace, Tonkinese, Bloody Mary’s youngand innocent daughter. Non-singingrole. Must be heartbreakingly delicate,beautiful, and the picture of purity.Lieutenant Joe Cable: male, 22-35,Caucasian, a young, formal, and handsomeofficer who falls in love with Liat.Tenor (E3 to G4). Luther Billis: male,22-35, Caucasian, a mediocre entrepreneur,friend to all and a man with a lustfor ladies. A very lovable character.Baritone. Ngana: female, 10-15,Caucasian, Pacific Islander, EthnicallyAmbiguous / Mixed Race, to play 11.Emile’s daughter of mixed race (Maorimother). Must sing, act, and have acomfortable stage presence. A smart,young girl who adores her father. Mustbe able to learn French phrases.Jerome: male, 8-12, Caucasian, PacificIslander, Ethnically Ambiguous / MixedRace, to play 9. Emile’s son of mixedrace (Maori mother). Must sing, act, andhave a comfortable stage presence. Aprecocious young boy who adores hisfather. Must be able to learn Frenchphrases. Captain George Bracket: male,40-55, Caucasian, a pompous yet competentofficer who hides a heart of gold.Does not sing. Commander WilliamHarbison: male, 40-50, Caucasian, officiousNavy man. Bracket’s second incommand and right hand man.Baritone. Stewpot: male, 25-35,Caucasian, character man. One of theSeabees and Billis’ cohort. Must sing,baritone. Professor: male, 25-40, allethnicities, a shy character man of thestudious type. Must sing.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldFeb. 6 from 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (lunch1-2 p.m.) and Feb. 7 from 9:30 a.m.-5:30p.m. (lunch 1-2 p.m.) at AEA AuditionCenter, 165 W. 46th St., 16th fl., NYC.••EPA rules are in effect; a monitor willbe provided. This EPA is for GatewayPlayhouse’s <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> season, whichincludes “42nd Street,” “Smokey Joe’sCafe,” “Mary Poppins,” “South Pacific,”and “The Addams Family.”••Prepare a 32-bar selection of musicappropriate to the season. Selectionsfrom the season are fine. Bring sheetmusic; accompanist provided. Bring pix& resumes, stapled together.••For more info, visit www.gatewayplahouse.com.••Pays: $473 min./wk. Equity LOA ref. to26 <strong>backstage</strong> <strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | Charts<strong>backstage</strong>.com
new york tristate castingCOST Contract.‘Sweet Charity’••Casting “Sweet Charity.” Productionstates: “”Sweet Charity” is set in NewYork City. The theatre and productionteam definitely want the cast to reflectthe city’s diversity. Therefore, all rolesbelow are truly available to actors fromall ethnic and racial groups.”••Company: Pioneer Theatre Company.Staff: Phil Reno, musical dir.; NeilSimon, book; Cy Coleman, music;Carolyn Fields, lyrics; Frederico Felini,Tullio Pinell & Ennio Flaiano, based onorginal screenplay; Karen Azenberg,artistic dir./dir./choreo.; Rich Cole,casting dir.••Rehearsals begin April 14; runs May9-24 in Salt Lake City, UT.••Seeking—Charity Hope Valentine:female, 28-40, all ethnicities, a taxidancer at the Fandango Ballroom inNew York City circa 1960, an eternaloptimist who only wants “to be loved,”yet more often than not she manages tofall for the wrong guy. Note: The rolewas created by Gwen Verdon and mustbe played by a genuine triple threatsinger/dancer/actor; mezzo. OscarLindquist: male, 35-45, all ethnicities, ameek and slightly nerdy accountant,nervous, but not without a charm, goodcomedian; baritone. Nickie: female,28-40, all ethnicities, Charity’s friendat the Fandango, a little bit motherly,she’s been there, dreams of getting outof the taxi dancer business, must singand dance extremely well. Helene:female, 25-35, all ethnicities, Charity’sfriend at the Fandango Ballroom, a followermore than a leader, not as sure ofherself as Nickie, and not as optimisticas Charity, must dance and singextremely well. Vittorio Vidal: male,35-50, all ethnicities, an Italian moviestar, suave and good looking, speakswith an accent; baritone. HermanLindquist: male, 40-60, all ethnicities,the manager at the Fandango Ballroom,he has a gruff exterior with a sentimentalside, good comedian, strong tenor,will also play ensemble roles. UrsulaMarch: female, 22-30, all ethnicities,Vittorio’s girlfriend, fiery, hot tempered,statuesque, will also playensemble roles. Daddy Brubeck: male,30-50, all ethnicities, the leader of theRhythm of Life Church, a spiritualbeatnik, will also play ensemble roles;baritone.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldJan. 28 (by appointment only) and Jan.29 (by appointment only) in NYC.••Auditions will be held by appointmentonly. For an appointment, email richcolenyc@hotmail.comby Jan. <strong>23</strong>. Includeshow name and role sought in the subjectline of your email. Also indicateyour AEA status in the subject line ofthe email. You must embed resume anda thumbnail headshot in the body ofyour email.••Attachments will not be opened.••Note: No phone calls or office visits.Callbacks will be held Jan. 31. Only submityourself if you are right for theseroles. Submissions from AEA membersonly for these appointments. In order tobe considered via this posting, the AEAmember must submit him/herselfdirectly.••Pays $788 min. (Theatre pays aboveminimum) Equity LORT Non-Rep BContract.‘The Addams Family’••Casting “The Addams Family,” to bepresented as part of GatewayPlayhouse’s <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> season.••Company: Gateway Playhouse(Performing Arts Center of SuffolkCounty). Staff: Andrew Lippa, music &lyrics; Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice,book; dir.-choreo. TBD; Paul Allan,managing prod.; Dom Ruggiero, generalmgr.; Michael Baker, casting;Rachel Colson, casting asst.••Rehearses Aug. 12-27; runs Aug.27-Sept. 13 in Bellport, NY.••Seeking—Gomez Addams: male, 50-59,all ethnicities, a man in his prime, ofSpanish descent and a wild Iberian passion.Must have great comedic timingand strong tenor voice. MorticiaAddams: female, 40-59, all ethnicities,holds the balance of power in the family;often seems like the only emotionallymature member of the clan. Mustbe a great dancer who is funny andsings well, alto/mezzo soprano. UncleFester: male, 40-59, all ethnicities, narratorof the piece, child-like, hugelyenthusiastic, and totally incorrigible. Avaudevillian, needs strong comedy andtenor voice. Wednesday Addams:female, 15-22, all ethnicities, reads lateteens. Romantic lead, a sexy, youngversion of Morticia. Needs a great pop/rock style singing voice (think AvrilLavigne) and a witty, dry sense ofhumor. Grandmama: female, 50-79, allethnicities, ancient, good-natured, easilyled. Very active for her age.Character singer with strong humor.Pugsley Addams: male, 10-15, all ethnicities,must appear 12 years old.Plump, adorable and funny, a smallerversion of Gomez. Strong belt voice.Lurch: male, 35+, Caucasian, PacificIslander, Ethnically Ambiguous / MixedRace, ageless, a man of very, very fewwords, often spoken at half speed. Mostof what he utters is long, plaintivegroans, some tinged with irony or exasperation.Must have a true low bassvoice. Colonel Mal Beinecke: male,45-50, all ethnicities, a military man, aman who must be obeyed, with littlepatience for his wife and son. Musicaltheater baritenor voice. Alice Beinecke:female, 40-45, all ethnicities, the happylittle homemaker with a drinking problem.Must be very funny and sing well.Lucas Beinecke: male, 18-25, all ethnicities,must appear 19. A writer, a classicco-dependent, feels good when everybody’shappy. Needs to be a great pop/rock singer.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldFeb. 6 from 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (lunch1-2 p.m.) and Feb. 7 from 9:30 a.m.-5:30p.m. (lunch 1-2 p.m.) at AEA AuditionCenter, 165 W. 46th St., 16th fl., NYC.••EPA rules are in effect; a monitor willbe provided. This EPA is for GatewayPlayhouse’s <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> season, whichincludes “42nd Street,” “Smokey Joe’sCafe,” “Mary Poppins,” “South Pacific,”and “The Addams Family.”••Prepare a 32-bar selection of musicappropriate to the season. Selectionsfrom the season are fine. Bring sheetmusic; accompanist provided. Bring pix& resumes, stapled together.••For more info, visit www.gatewayplahouse.com.••Pays: $473 min./wk. Equity LOA ref. toCOST Contract.‘The Fantasticks’••Casting New Harmony Theatre’s summerseason, to include “TheFantasticks.”••Company: University of SouthernIndiana/New Harmony Theatre. Staff:Elliot Wasserman, producing artisticdir.; Eric Altheide, resident assoc. dir.;Angela Torres, managing/marketingdir.••Rehearsals begin July 8; runs July25-Aug. 3 in Evansville, IN.••Seeking—El Gallo (the Narrator/Bandit): male, 18+, all ethnicities, has arich and romantic baritone, he might beErrol Flynn with a sardonic undertone,or simply an actor submitting to playErrol Flynn who was tossed out of thefirst pile of submissions. Matt (theBoy): male, 13-19, all ethnicities, to playlate teens, a handsome youth, finetenor. Luisa (the Girl): female, 13-19, allethnicities, to play a teen, lovely, innocent,soprano. Hucklebee (the Boy’sfather): male, 35+, all ethnicities, a middle-agedcharacter actor, an older songand dance man. Bellamy (the Girl’sfather): male, 35+, all ethnicities, middle-agedcharacter actor, an older songand dance man. Henry (the Old Actor):male, 35+, all ethnicities, a parody ofthe thespians of old, a “tattered coatupon a stick.”. Mortimer: male, 18+, allethnicities, the man who dies, an actor,pretending to be an Indian, a physicalcomic. The Mute : males & females, 18+,all ethnicities, at times acts the part ofthe Wall, pantomime skills.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldJan. 29 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (lunch, 1:30-2:30 p.m.) at Ripley-Grier 520, 520 8thAve. (bet. 36th & 37th Sts.), 16th Floor,NYC.••EPA Rules are in effect. A monitor willbe provided.••Prepare a brief monologue under twominutes or a one-minute monologue &16 bars of a song. Total audition shouldnot exceed two minutes. If singing,bring sheet music; accompanist provided.For those singing, theater prefersauditioning with the final verse &chorus of “The Fantasticks.” Note:Everyone must show government photoID to enter building.••Pays $600/wk. Equity LOA ref to LORTContract.‘The Last Five Years’••Casting “The Last Five Years.”••Company: Long Wharf Theatre. Staff:Paul Davis, Calleri Casting, casting;Jason Robert Brown, writer; GordonEdelstein, dir.; James Sampliner, musicdir.••Rehearsals begin April 8. Previewsbegin May 7; runs through June 1 inNew Haven, CT.••Seeking—Catherine “Cathy” Hiatt:female, 20-29, all ethnicities, a beautifulShiksa, insecure actress strugglingto catch a small break when she can.Vulnerable and charming. Mezzosopranowith a strong belt. JamieWellerstein: male, 20+, all ethnicities, aserious Jewish man, who is an aspiringnovelist quickly climbing the ladder ofsuccess. Soulful and charismatic.Baritone tenor.••Seeking submissions from NY.••To schedule an appt., send pix &resumes to The Last Five Years/AEAmember, Calleri Casting,••39 W. 14th St. #504, NYC 10<strong>01</strong>1. Seekingsubmissions from Equity members onlyfor these appointments. In order to beconsidered via this posting, Equitymembers must submit themselvesdirectly.••Pays: $812/wk. Equity LORT B Non-RepContract.‘The Passion Play’••Casting “The Passion Play.”••Company: Park Performing ArtsCenter. Staff: Jules and Marty Rotella,Ed Sansanelli, and Denis Argul, musicallyrics; Carl Gonzalez, dir.••Rehearsals begin Feb. 4 in Union City,NJ.••Seeking—Jesus: male, 24-35, all ethnicities,charismatic leader in a time ofoccupation, able to command attentionwithout raising his voice, actor must beable to bring a contemporary zeitgeistto the life of Jesus while remaining trueto the scriptural readings on whichmuch of the character is based. TheJesus of the play is a real man facingreal choices. The Actor will be requiredto appear in the show clad only in awrapped, loin cloth-like garment on thecross. Physical stamina is important,as Jesus is in most scenes and must performphysical tasks such as carryingthe cross and standing on the cross forprotracted periods. Acting is the primaryfocus of casting, actor must sing.Baritone- mostly ballads. Music for theshow is available in three keys, so awide range of voices can be accommodated.Judas: male, 25-45, all ethnicities,a man of conviction, doing what hethinks his beliefs require of him, thevery real conflict between personalbeliefs and personal loyalties plays outonstage. Actor must be believable inmaking the journey from conviction toquestioning; sings in a rock musicalstyle, baritone/high baritone or tenor -music for the show is available in threekeys, so a wide range of voices can beaccommodated. Pilate: male, 30-59, allethnicities, the ultimate representativeof Rome, a lifelong bureaucrat, stuck onthe fringe of the Roman Empire, hopingto get through his tour of duty withminimum risk to his long-term career.While intellectually intrigued by Jesus,he makes decisions that are in his ownbest political interest desire beset byevents, the Pharisees and an aggressivewife; no singing.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldJan. 27 from 5-9 p.m. (by appointmentonly) and Jan. 30 from 5-9 p.m. (byappointment only) at Park PerformingArts Center, 560 32nd Street, UnionCity, NJ, 07087.••Prepare a short classical or semi-classicalmonologue and a song (except forPilate who doesn’t sing). Best songchoice would be a contemporary ballador dramatic pop song. Bring sheetmusic; an accompanist will be provided.Bring pix & resumes.••For an audition appointment, call (2<strong>01</strong>)865-6980 ext. 10. 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casting new york tristateMusicalsdesired time slot & contact method; theTheater will accommodate you on afirst come, first served basis. Equitymembers without appointments will beseen throughout the audition times, astime permits. A monitor will not be provided.The producer will run all aspectsof this audition.••Theatre/Audition location: Five minutesoutside of the Lincoln Tunnel. Seewebsite for directions and public transportationoptions: www.parkpac.org••Note: Three Equity Principal contractsavailable. If unable to attend, send picture& resume to ann@parkpac.org.••Expected salary $15/hr. reh.; $93/perf.plus pension contribution. Equity LOAPer Performance Contract; approval/salary pending.‘The Wild Party’••Casting the Andrew Lippa version of“The Wild Party.” This production willbe a stark, darker adaptation, so it isimperative performers be comfortablewith the subject matter, which includesdrugs, alcohol and sexuality.••Company: Colbylocks Productions.Staff: Jason Wise, dir.••Rehearsals begin late April; runs lateMay for two weeks at a Manhattanvenue.••Seeking—Black: male, 25-35, AfricanAmerican, strong, handsome, andpoised without being posed, an enigmaticloner, protective, no-nonsensekind of guy who cannot understandQueenie’s attraction to Burrs; range:F3-G5. Burrs: male, 30-40, all ethnicities,handsome, a professional clown,dangerous and charming all at once,sexually ravenous and drawn toQueenie like a moth to the flame, hurtssomewhere deep inside, and slowlydescends into jealous insanity; rangeG3-A5. Dolores: female, 30-45, all ethnicities,a party-goer pitching ideas andhoping to score with Sam, a wildwoman of the night; A3-A5. Eddie:male, 30-45, all ethnicities, Mae’s husbandwho is perhaps even more dimwittedthan she is, a big oaf, can be alovable teddy bear but also a quick temperedbrute, adores his wife; rangeA3-A5. Kate: female, 20-30, all ethnicities,a lush, likes to be the “life of theparty,” always looking out for numberone, and is jealous of Queenie, sexy,sensual, and confident; F3-E5.Madelaine True: female, 40-55, all ethnicities,a tired woman with slantedeyes and a cruel mouth, an announcedlesbian, sexually hungry, blunt andvery dry; range: A3-E5. Mae: female,25-45, all ethnicities, Eddie’s wife,sweet and beautiful, but not particularlybright, adores her husband anddotes on him; range: A3-D5. Max: male,25-35, all ethnicities, one of the partygoers and a member of the usual“gang,” full of life and energy; range:A3-B5. Nadine: female, 16-18, all ethnicities,the only minor at the party,waifish and somewhat naïve, in overher head and trying to keep up; range:A3-A5. Oscar D’Armano: male, 25-35, allethnicities, Phil’s brother and loverwho dresses as his twin, a composerand an entertainer in every sense of theword, very flamboyant; range: A3-B5.Phil D’Armano: male, 25-35, all ethnicities,Oscar’s brother and lover whodresses as his twin, a composer and anentertainer in every sense of the word,very flamboyant; range: A3-A5.Queenie: female, 20-30, all ethnicities,blonde and beautiful, sexy, looks a littleolder and more tired than her agewould indicate, afraid of being alone,has become addicted to Burrs’ presenceand ravenous sexual appetite; range:F3-F5. Sam: male, 30-50, all ethnicities,busy producer and “attention whore,”trying to avoid the outrageous pitchesmade by Dolores, until it becomes sexual;range: A3-A5.••Seeking submissions from NY.••Send submissions to wildpartyproduction@hotmail.com.••Submission deadline is Feb. 15. NYCauditions will be held on an upcomingdate TBD. Note: Seeking dynamic male& female triple threat performers.••Equity Showcase-NY Basic ShowcaseCode.‘Titanic,’ B’way••Casting “Titanic” with book by PeterStone and music & lyrics by MauryYeston.••Company: Barry & Fran Weissler,David Mirvish (prods.). Staff: ThomSoutherland, dir.; Kevin Stites, musicdir.; BJ Holt, general mgr.; Craig Burns,Telsey + Company, casting.••Rehearsals begin June 16 in NYC; runsJuly 22-Aug. 31 at Royal AlexandraTheatre in Toronto, Canada; opens onBroadway fall <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> in NYC.••Seeking—Thomas Andrews: male,38-43, all ethnicities, designer of theTitanic, a very level-headed but passionateman, leading role, strongvocal and incredible actorneeded; dramatic bari/tenor,sings up to G; Northern Irish/English RP accent. FrederickBarrett: male, 28-35, all ethnicities,the stoker, very masculine,handsome, and physically fit man,toned body; lyric bari/tenor, sings up toG; English Midlands accent; also playsBenjamin Guggenheim and 3rd ClassPassenger. Harold Bride: male, 18-25,all ethnicities, the radioman, slim, asweet man; melodic tenor, sings up toG; English RP accent. Also plays JohnB. Thayer and 3rd Class Passenger.Frederick Fleet: male, 25-35, all ethnicities,the lookout, tall, physically fitactor; strong dance ability, floatinglyric tenor (hypnotic), sings up to G,but possible High C man; English RPaccent. Also plays Frank Carlson,George Widener, 3rd Class Passenger,Stoker, and Lead Dancer. CaptainEdward Smith: male, 55-65, Caucasian,Captain of the Titanic, a white-hairedman with strong morals, near to retirement.Has a wealth of experience;character baritone, commanding voice,sings up to F; English RP accent. BruceIsmay: male, 47-52, all ethnicities,upper-class ruthless man who stops atnothing to get his own way, physicallyfit, strong character, and a dominantman; baritone, sings up to G; EnglishRP accent. Charles Clarke: male, 35-40,all ethnicities, a man content with hismiddle-class life and thinks he knowshis place, looking forward to his newlife in America; strong actor, heroictenor, sings up to G, but also possiblehigh C man; English RP accent. AlsoEquityNoticesplays a Porter. Edgar Beane: male,30-40, all ethnicities, a man contentwith his middle-class life and thinkshe knows his place, looking forward tohis new life in America, strong actor;character bass, sings up to D; GeneralAmerican (Indianapolis) accent. Alsoplays Joseph Boxhall and 3rd ClassPassenger. Isidor Straus: male, 60-65,all ethnicities, 1st class passenger, thehighest of social elite, warm legit characterbaritone, sings up to F; GeneralAmerican (New York, Jewish Origin)accent. Also plays Robert Hichens and3rd Class Passenger. Jim Farrell: male,20-30, all ethnicities, handsome,romantic lead; he’s a 3rd class passenger;bari/tenor, sings up to F#;Northern Irish accent. Also playsAndrew Latimer, Porter, 1st ClassPassenger, and Joseph Bell (ChiefEngineer). Henry Etches: male, 30-40,all ethnicities, handsome and physicallyfit, head butler on the ship; strongstage presence, jaunty tenor, sings upto G; English RP accent. Also playsHerbert Pitman. William Murdoch:male, 30-40, all ethnicities, the firstofficer on the bridge of the Titanic;strong actor, baritone, sings up to F#,Scottish/English RP accent. CharlesLightoller: male, 30-40, all ethnicities,second Officer on board the Titanic;strong actor, range up to D, but preferablywith tenor timbre, chorally up to G,English RP accent. Also plays J.J. Astor.Bellboy: male, 20-29, all ethnicities,the youngest worker on board the ship(13-16 years old); must have a veryyoung look and childlike quality,tenor, solo up to G, but alsopossible high C man, EnglishRP accent. Also plays WallaceHartley, Waiter in 1st and 3rdClass, and Stoker. AliceBeane: female, 28-38, all ethnicities,an aspirational youngwoman who dreams of becoming a1st class passenger; alto, belts up to E(not an Ethel Merman belter), GeneralAmerican (Indianapolis) accent. Alsoplays 3rd class passenger. CarolineNeville: female, 30-40, all ethnicities, ayoung woman who dreams of becomingpart of the social elite; strong actor,first soprano, lyric, chorally up to HighC, English RP accent. Also playsStewardess/Maid and Mme. Aubert.Kate McGowan: female, 18-25, all ethnicities,a feisty and strong girl, 3rdclass passenger; Celtic mezzo, solosinging up to F#, chorally up to G,Northern Irish/English RP accent. Alsoplays Charlotte Drake Cardoza andStewardess/Maid. Kate Murphey:female, 18-30, all ethnicities, 3rd classpassenger; strong actor and dancer,alto/mezzo, sings up to F#, but alsopossible high C, Northern Irish/EnglishRP accent. Also plays Lead Dancer,Eleanor Widener, and Stewardess. KateMullins: female, 18-30, all ethnicities,3rd class passenger; strong actor, alto/mezzo, sings up to F#, but also possibleHigh C, Northern Irish/English RPaccent. Also plays Madeline Astor andStewardess/Maid. Ida Straus: female,60-65, all ethnicities, calm and contentmember of the upper class but verydown-to-earth and accepts her fate;contralto, sings up to D (an octaveabove middle C), General American(New York, Jewish Origin) accent. Alsoplays 3rd Class Passenger.••Equity Principal Auditions will beheld Jan. 30 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m.(lunch, 1:30-2:30 p.m.), Jan. 31 from 10a.m.-6 p.m. (lunch, 1:30-2:30 p.m.) andFeb. 3 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (lunch, 1:30-2:30 p.m.) at Telsey + Company, 315West 43rd St., 10th fl., NYC.••Prepare a brief contemporary musicaltheatre song in the style of MauryYeston, showing range. Bring sheetmusic and a photo/resume stapledtogether. A piano accompanist will beprovided.••EPA Rules are in effect. A monitor willbe provided. Performers of all ethnicand racial backgrounds are encouragedto attend.••Pays $1807/wk. min. EquityProduction (League) Contract.Tuacahn Center for the Arts<strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> Season, EPA••Casting the Tuacahn Center for theArts <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> season. Season includes:“Disney’s The Little Mermaid” (Scott S.Anderson, dir.; Derryl Yeager, choreo.Rehearsals begin April 21; opens May31; closes the week of Oct. 18 or 24),“The Wizard of Oz” (Tim Threlfall, dir.;Rommy Sandhu, choreo. Rehearsalsbegin April 21; opens June 7; closes theweek of Oct. 18 or 24), and “Joseph andthe Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”(Derryl Yeager, dir.-choreo. Rehearsalsbegin July 1; opens Aug. 8; closes theweek of Oct. 18 or 24). Tuacahn is anoutdoor amphitheatre located in southwesternUtah (110 miles from LasVegas). Actors being considered for thethree amphitheater productions will becast in all three.••Company: Tuacahn Center for theArts. Staff: Scott S. Anderson, artisticdir.; Kevin Warnick, managing dir.;Ryan Norton, assoc. prod.; Wojcik/SeayCasting, casting.••Season rehearses and performs inIvins, UT.••Seeking—Actor-Singer-Dancers: males& females, 18-64, all ethnicities, seekingstrong, experienced musical theaterperformers for all roles; also seekingunderstudies for all roles. Casting personnelstate: “Non-Caucasian performersstrongly encouraged to attend.”••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldJan. 29 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (lunch 1:30-2:30 p.m.) at Pearl Studios NYC “519”,519 Eighth Ave., 12th fl., NYC.••EPA rules are in effect; a monitor willbe provided. Prepare a brief song appropriateto the style of one of the shows.Bring sheet music; accompanist provided.Bring pix & resumes, stapledtogether.••For more info, visit www.tuacahn.org.••Pays: $788 min./wk. Equity LORTContract.Chorus CallsGateway Playhouse <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>Season, Dancers••Casting versatile performers forGateway Playhouse’s <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> season.Season includes: “42nd Street” (MichaelStewart & Mark Bramble, book; Al28 <strong>backstage</strong> <strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | Charts<strong>backstage</strong>.com
new york tristate castingDubin, lyrics; Harry Warrem, music;dir.-choreo. TBD. Rehearses May 6-21;runs May 21-June 7); “Smokey Joe’sCafe” (Jerry Leiber & Mike Stoller,words & music; Chet Walker, dir.-choreo. Rehearses May 27-June 11; runsJune 11-28); “Mary Poppins” (RichardSherman & Robert B. Sherman; JulianFellowes, book; dir.-choreo. TBD.Rehearses June 17-July 2; runs July2-19); “South Pacific” (Richard Rodgers,music; Oscar Hammerstein II, lyrics;Dominic Ruggiero, dir. Rehearses July8-<strong>23</strong>; runs July <strong>23</strong>-Aug. 9); and “TheAddams Family” (Andrew Lippa, music& lyrics; Marshall Brickman & RickElice, book; dir.-choreo. TBD.Rehearses Aug. 12-27; runs Aug.27-Sept. 13).••Company: Gateway Playhouse(Performing Arts Center of SuffolkCounty). Staff: Paul Allan, managingprod.; Dom Ruggiero, general mgr.;Michael Baker, casting; Rachel Colson,casting asst.••Season rehearses & performs inBellport, NY.••Seeking—Equity Dancers: males &females, 18-64, all ethnicities.••Equity Chorus Calls will be heldFeb. 13 at 9:30 a.m. (Equity maledancers) and at 2 p.m. (Equityfemale dancers) at Ripley-Grier 520, 520Eighth Ave., (btwn. 36th & 37th sts.),NYC.••Everyone must show governmentphoto ID to enter the building. Chorusrules are in effect; a monitor will beprovided. Bring tap and charactershoes. Also prepare 16 bars of a songshowcasing your skills in case asked tostay and sing. Selections from the seasonare fine. Bring sheet music; accompanistprovided. Bring pix & resumes,stapled together.••For more info, visit www.gatewayplayhouse.com.••Pays: $473 min./wk. Equity LOA ref. toCOST Contract.Gateway Playhouse <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>Season, Singers••Casting versatile performers forGateway Playhouse’s <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> season.Season includes: “42nd Street” (MichaelStewart & Mark Bramble, book; AlDubin, lyrics; Harry Warrem, music;dir.-choreo. TBD. Rehearses May 6-21;runs May 21-June 7); “Smokey Joe’sCafe” (Jerry Leiber & Mike Stoller,words & music; Chet Walker, dir.-choreo. Rehearses May 27-June 11; runsJune 11-28); “Mary Poppins” (RichardSherman & Robert B. Sherman; JulianFellowes, book; dir.-choreo. TBD.Rehearses June 17-July 2; runs July2-19); “South Pacific” (Richard Rodgers,music; Oscar Hammerstein II, lyrics;Dominic Ruggiero, dir. Rehearses July8-<strong>23</strong>; runs July <strong>23</strong>-Aug. 9); and “TheAddams Family” (Andrew Lippa, music& lyrics; Marshall Brickman & RickElice, book; dir.-choreo. TBD.Rehearses Aug. 12-27; runs Aug.27-Sept. 13).••Company: Gateway Playhouse(Performing Arts Center of SuffolkCounty). Staff: Paul Allan, managingprod.; Dom Ruggiero, general mgr.;Michael Baker, casting; Rachel Colson,casting asst.••Season rehearses & performs inBellport, NY.••Seeking—Equity Singers: males &females, 18-64, all ethnicities.••Equity Chorus Calls will be held Feb. 12at 9:30 a.m. (Equity male singers) andat 2 p.m. (Equity female singers) atRipley-Grier 520, 520 Eighth Ave.,(btwn. 36th & 37th sts.), NYC.••Everyone must show governmentphoto ID to enter the building. Chorusrules are in effect; a monitor will beprovided. Prepare 16 bars of a songshowcasing your skills. Selections fromthe season are fine. Bring sheet music;accompanist provided. Also bring tapand character shoes in case asked tostay and dance. Bring pix & resumes,stapled together.••For more info, visit www.gatewayplayhouse.com.••Pays: $473 min./wk. Equity LOA ref. toCOST Contract.‘Sweet Charity,’ Singers &Dancers••Seeking singers and dancers for“Sweet Charity.”••Company: Pioneer TheatreCompany. Staff: Karen Azenberg,artistic dir./dir./choreo.; Phil Reno,musical dir.; Neil Simon, book; CyColeman, music; Carolyn Fields, lyrics;Rich Cole, casting; FredericoFellini, Tullio Pinelli and EnnioFlaiano, based on an originalscreenplay.••Rehearsals begin April 14; runs May9-24 in Salt Lake City, UT.••Seeking—Female Ensemble: female,20-39, all ethnicities, dancers who singand singers who dance well, funny(strong comedic skills), attractive, loadsof personality, all types, looking forvery strong dancers who can sing. MaleEnsemble: male, 20-49, all ethnicities,dancers who sing and singers whomove, strong comic skills helpful, tonsof personality, bright, strong dancersneeded, tap required but we will nottap at the ECC.••Equity Chorus Calls will be held Jan.30 at 9:30 a.m. (female singers), at 11:30a.m. (female dancers), at 2 p.m. (malesingers) and at 4 p.m. (male dancers) atChelsea Studios, 151 West 26th Street;6th Fl., NYC.••Chorus rules are in effect. A monitorwill be provided. Headshot/resume stapledtogether must include your emailaddress on it. This is very important.Callbacks will be the next day and allnotifications will be done Thursdaynight by email.••Singers; prepare 16 bars of a musicalselection in the style of the show. Bringsheet music; accompanist provided.Ensemble members may play specificroles in the show. Singers may be askedto come back for the dance call.••Dancers; women wear heels. Men bringappropriate dance shoes (Tap requiredbut you will not tap at the ECC). All prepare8 and 16 bar cuts of a musicalselection in the style of the show-StandardBroadway. Bring sheet music;accompanist provided.••Note: Performers of all ethnic andracial backgrounds are encouraged toattend.••Pays $788 min. (Theatre pays aboveminimum) Equity LORT Non-Rep BContract.Feature Films‘Tommy Battles the Silver SeaDragon’••Casting “Tommy Battles the SilverSea Dragon.” Synopsis: Tommy wrestleswith his demons in the trial of thecentury. Charged with three unspeakablecrimes, we follow him throughthe labyrinth of memory and fantasyon a musical quest to discover thetrue nature of his guilt. His burdenweighs heavily on his lover Carolyn,whose ineluctable charm is yeteclipsed by Tommy’s struggle to findforgiveness.••Company: Echo House Productions.Staff: Shalyn Kempema, co-prod.••Rehearses this spring; shoots summer/fallin NYC.••Seeking—Carolyn: female, 18-30,all ethnicities, romantic partnerof protagonist, Tommy’s girlfriend,a sweet and endearing companionwho wants the best for Tommyand cares deeply for him, despite havingto carry much of the weight of hisinner turmoil; a great deal of singingis required.••Auditions will be held by appt. Jan.25 from 12-3 p.m. (Note: When exitingthe elevator, studio is to the right,then it will be the last door on theleft) at 36th Street Studio, 260 West36th St., 3rd Floor: Room F, New YorkCity, NY, 10<strong>01</strong>8.••Send submissions to iamtommysilver@gmail.com.••Please prepare a brief singingexcerpt that best exhibits your talentand fits this style.••For examples of the style we areinterested in, visit the following -Stars: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OQT2HVfxJu4 or secondverse of https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2yJSFHTrgM, ReginaSpektor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ccZuKOTb6ug, Feist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QP1nnMyaQ5o, andChurches: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_mTRvJ9fugM.••Compensation is TBD.Short Films‘Bad Pizza’••Casting “Bad Pizza.” Synopsis: On asearch for good pizza, Jeff runs into apotential love interest, only to learnhis heart still belongs to someone else.••Company: Teranga Productions.Staff: Sara Bailin, dir.••Pre-production in NYC; shoots in Feb.in Hoboken, NJ.••Seeking—Jeff: male, 26-36, Caucasian,Hispanic, Ethnically Ambiguous /Mixed Race, Italian features, lives inHoboken, confident and stubbornwith a nervous quirkiness when confrontedwith more serious life decisions.Becky: female, 25-35,Caucasian, African American,Hispanic, Asian, Native American,Pacific Islander, EthnicallyAmbiguous / Mixed Race, An attractiveand sassy woman, who lives inHoboken and pursues a relationshipwith Jeff, the lead. She dresses to benoticed and her personality and mannerismsalso attract attention. Todd:male, 30-40, Caucasian, Hispanic,Native American, EthnicallyAmbiguous / Mixed Race, An unhappymarried man, feels trapped by hisrelationship and family. He is sarcastic,cynical and serves as the comicrelief in the film. His friendship withhis neighbor, Jeff, is one that allowshim to live vicariously through a singleman’s life. Mario: male, 55-70,Caucasian, Hispanic, EthnicallyAmbiguous / Mixed Race, Owner of apizza shop, father type with an attitude,his daughter, Pam, an old flameof Jeff’s, causes more drama than hecares to deal with at the opening ofthe film. Karen: female, 30-40,Caucasian, Hispanic, East Indian,Native American, EthnicallyAmbiguous / Mixed Race, Todd’swife, overwhelmed with the stress offamily, stern and impatient with herhusband. Beautiful Woman: female,19-25, Caucasian, Hispanic, NativeAmerican, Pacific Islander, EthnicallyAmbiguous / Mixed Race, seen at a barin a flashback, dressed beautifully,the younger version of Toddapproaches her and hits on her with afoul pick up line. Pam: female, 27-35,Caucasian, Hispanic, NativeAmerican, Ethnically Ambiguous /Mixed Race, Pam, son of Mario thepizza owner, is beautiful, ambitiousand driven. Her reputation precedesher appearance in the movie makingher entrance into the story impactful.••Seeking submissions from NY.••Send submissions to teranga.productions.LLC@gmail.com.••Pays: $100/day, plus meals and travelprovided. Producer plans to apply forSAG/AFTRA Short Film Agreement.Student Films‘A God For Every Sin’••Casting a short for Sarah LawrenceCollege, “A God For Every Sin,” about abumbling salesman who steps into thehouse of a strange and lonely woman.••Company: Sarah Lawrence College.Staff: Cosima Littlewood, coord.••Shoots March-April <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> at SarahLawrence College in Bronxville, NY.••Seeking—Akio: male, 30-60, Asian, aJapanese salesman, goes from door todoor selling portable shrines (or triesto), a devoted father, has a big heart butis also quite clueless.••Seeking submissions from NY.••Apply on Backstage.com.••Auditions will be held by appointmentonly in mid-February.••No pay, but travel provided.Multimedia‘Bleed’••Casting three web-based teasers for anurban take on the vampire genre“Bleed,” featuring multiple intersect-MusicalsFilm TV & video<strong>backstage</strong>.com upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | Charts<strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 <strong>backstage</strong> 29
casting new york tristateTV & video Modeling VarietyGigsing characters all living in an ultragrittyNYC.••Company: SWB Films. Staff: SamSundaram, dir.••Shooting February & March. Directorstates: “These pilots will air alongsideour Indiegogo campaign, which will beused to raise funds for the productionof our full season.”••Seeking—Erik: male, 25-40, Caucasian,Ethnically Ambiguous / Mixed Race,measured, calculated, and quite evil,hundreds of years old, he’s maturedfrom the explosive rage monster of hisyouth to a seasoned psychopath, a manwho takes his time because he savors it,his anger is internal not bombastic, hisreptilian dance is performed with thegrace and wisdom of experience, notthe extroverted anarchy of youth, hasreptilian poise and control over hisvoice and body - terrifying at a lowdecibel while never getting tootheatrical.••Seeking submissions from NY.••Apply on Backstage.com.••If you are selected to audition, we willemail you sides and details for submittingyour “self-taped” video.••No pay. Company states: “Actor salarieshave been budgeted into ourIndiegogo campaign goal.”Promotional &Event ModelingHigh-End Social & CorporateEvents••Casting various high-end social andcorporate events. Company states:“Great pay, easy money, consistentwork, lots of fun.”••Company: Total Entertainment. Staff:Marquis Anthony, talent coord.••Events are TBD throughout the Tri-State area. Primarily Weekend Work.••Seeking—Interactive Performers:males & females, 18-30, all ethnicities,must be very good-looking, have anoutgoing personality, and be highenergy,to act as interactive & motivationaldancers, model/dancer/cheerleader/club types; no experienceis necessary, the right candidates willbe trained, dance experience is notrequired however a great sense ofrhythm and an extremely high-energy& engaging personality is, must becomfortable talking to and interactingwith guests (both kids and adults) atevents and performing in front of largecrowds, having own vehicle is a hugeplus but not a requirement. Companynote: “If you have the right look and theright personality this is an amazing jobfor anyone looking to earn great moneyon the weekends and get paid to dosomething you love.”••Seeking submissions from NJ and NY.••Apply on Backstage.com.••Email recent headshot and full-bodyshot, and contact info to Blavender@totalentertainment.com and auditions@totalentertainment.com.Note:Any submission without a photo andresume will not be considered.••Pays $250 to start; average pay is$300+.Cabaret & VarietyDuplex Cabaret Theater••Seeking self-contained acts to performat The Duplex, a 70-seat West Villagecabaret theater.••Company: Duplex Cabaret Theater.Staff: Thomas Honeck, booking mgr.••Performances are ongoing in NYC.••Seeking—Singers: males & females,21-64, all ethnicities. Comedians:males & females, 21-64, all ethnicities.Performance Artists: males & females,21-64, all ethnicities. Composers:males & females, 21-64, all ethnicities.Writers: males & females,21-64, all ethnicities. AcousticMusical Acts: males & females,21-64, all ethnicities.••Seeking submissions from NY.••Email show information, runningtime, and brief marketing plan toThomas Honeck, booking mgr., atthomas@theduplex.com or call (212)989-3<strong>01</strong>5.••Note: All performers must be 21+.Seeking self-contained acts only. Space,reservations line, full light and soundpackage, and house technicianprovided.••Pay is 100% of the cover charge set bythe producer, minus a sliding scaleroom fee based on attendance.Singers‘From Book to Broadway’••Casting singers for “From Book toBroadway,” an ongoing, high-exposureshowcase. Producer states: “TheDuplex Cabaret Theatre has a 60-yearhistory of discovering new talent andlaunching the careers of professionalperformers and composers. Performersdo not pay an accompanist fee. All productioncosts, including music directorand music rehearsal fees, are paid bythe producer. Performers are requiredto pre-sell ten (10) tickets at $15 each,which will be reimbursed the night ofthe show. Seats are set aside for industryprofessionals and performers areencouraged to invite their own industryguests, who will be given professionalcomps.”••Company: The Duplex. Staff: ThomasHoneck, booking mgr.••Showcases are ongoing at The Duplex,61 Christopher St., NYC.••Seeking—Singers: males & females,18+, all ethnicities.••Seeking submissions from NY.••Send submissions to duplexcabaret@gmail.com.••To be considered for an audition, submitheadshot, resume, YouTube clips,and audio files (no Facebook pages).••The producers are seeking both unionand nonunion performers for this production,but no union contract is currentlyplanned. Union performersshould check with their union beforeaccepting any work.Visit <strong>backstage</strong>.com/castingfor full character breakdowns, scriptsides and more casting noticesComedians & ImprovProfessional Sketch Comedy/Improvisers for Ensemble••Seeking performers to join an establishedimprovisation/sketch ensemble(think “Saturday Night Live” or “InLiving Color”). Producer states: “Ourensemble performs every week and createsan entirely new sketch & improvisationshow monthly. If you’re lookingfor stage time and writing experience/credits, this is the place. You’ll workclosely with our director ScottyWatson (The Second City, ‘LateNight w/David Letterman’) as wellas other professional coaches fromaround NYC. Our audition process isunique and unfolds in several phases:info session and improvisation audition,writing sample requests, and inclassobservations.”••Company: IN Studios. Staff: Liz Parish,dir. of media.••Performances are ongoing; new memberswill begin performances duringwinter <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> in Downtown NYC.••Seeking—Sketch Comedy/ImprovPerformers: males & females, 18+, allethnicities.••Seeking submissions from NY.••Send submissions to updates@improvisationnews.com.••Pre-register at http://bit.ly/IN-Team-Winter<strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>.••We believe in diversity in every way,shape and form. All are encouraged toapply.••Company states: “Each team memberis awarded a scholarship for classes andmarketing services worth $3,000-$5,000. Additional paid opportunitiesare available. No fees required.”Cruise LinesRoyal Caribbean Productions,Dancers & Aerial Artists••Seeking dancers/aerial artists to performon the original apparatus in featuredaerial and production shows.••Company: Royal CaribbeanProductions. Staff: Christi Coachman,dir. of entertainment.••Ongoing.••Seeking—Dancers & Aerial Artists:males & females, 18-40, all ethnicities,must have a strong dance background,prior experience is a plus but notrequired, must possess well developed,strong bodies to sustain rigorousdemands, tumbling is a plus.••Auditions will be held Jan. 26 from4:30-8 p.m. (sign-in, 4 p.m.) at S.L.A.M.(Streb Laboratory for ActionMechanics), 51 N. 1st St., Brooklyn, NY,11211.••Aerial trainers will guide you througha series of strength training, apparatus/harness work, and a dance combination••For more info, visit www.RoyalCaribbeanProductions.com/Auditions.••Competitive salary for contemporarymusical stage productions, 5-7 monthperformance contracts, paid rehearsals,family cruise privileges, and a professionalworking environment provided.GigsWorldStrides, Field Specialist••Seeking a field specialist. Coordinatorstates: “WorldStrides is the largest andmost trusted student travel organizationin the nation. We have providededucational travel programs to overfour million elementary, middle, highschool, and university students sinceour inception in 1967. Each year, thousandsof teachers and 200,000 studentsfrom all 50 states and severalforeign countries travel withWorldStrides to destinations throughoutthe United States and the world.Our mission is: ‘Enriching Students’Lives Through Experiential Travel.’ Westrive to achieve this by extendingeducation into the worldwide classroomand providing unique opportunitiesfor learning through seeing,experiencing, and interacting. Wehave more than 500 full time employeesand 500 seasonal employees whoare personally committed to providingsafe, life-enriching experiences for ourstudents. We strive to help teachersmake an even greater impact on theirstudents by educating and inspiringthem in ways that textbooks alonecannot. We are in search of exceptionalteam members to join our teamas Field Specialists. Field Specialistsare the first and last face of the companythat the group will see. As a FieldSpecialist, you will assist students andteachers at airports and theatre walksin the New York City area. ThisWorldStrides unique approach ensuresthat we provide a highly skilled professionalevery step of the way from whenthey arrive to when they return.”••Company: WorldStrides. Staff:Daveyva Garcia, human resourcescoord.••Seasonal part-time position runsFebruary-June <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> in the greater NYCarea. Hours are approximately 4 p.m.-12 a.m.••Seeking—Field Specialist: males &females, 21-64, all ethnicities, exceptionalteam members to join our team,to assist tours as they arrive and/ordepart at airports in the greater NYCarea, flights arrive as early as 6 a.m.and depart as late as 11 p.m., will assistin non-educational touring aroundNYC such as taking groups shopping,to dinner, and to the theater, will efficientlyhandle arriving and departinggroups in an expedient, courteous,and customer focused manner, manageany issues that occur whileengaged with the group to include butnot limited to flight issues, baggage,security, maintain and demonstrate ahigh level of professionalism at alltimes, must be extremely flexible toaccommodate scheduling needs; musthave a high school diploma, post secondaryeducation/training is a plus, ateam player that works well with students,teachers, and office staff, musthave very good knowledge of NYC’sattractions, landmarks, airports andpublic transportation system, dedicated,reliable, energetic, enthusiasticindividual, excellent written and oralcommunication, detail oriented andworks with a high degree of accuracy,30 <strong>backstage</strong> <strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | Charts<strong>backstage</strong>.com
California castingquick thinking and creative problemsolving skills are required, ability totactfully manage stressful and/or challengingsituations, skilled at multitaskingand able to work with minimalsupervision.••Seeking submissions from NY.••Send submissions to daveyvag@worldstrides.org.••Pay provided.WorkshopsBroadway Artists Alliance,NYC Auditions••BAA is seeking advanced young musicaltheatre performers for upcomingintensives, master classes, industryshowcases, and performance opportunitiesin NYC. BAA states: “Work oneon-onewith the stars and castingdirectors of your favorite Broadwayshows. Participants will study songinterpretation, audition technique,and Broadway dance with TonyAward-winning instructors,Broadway performers, andBroadway casting directors. Andperform in a final showcase at thePeter Jay Sharp Theatre in NYC!”••Company: Broadway Artists Alliance(BAA). Staff: Recent and upcomingguests include Megan Hilty, LauraOsnes, Jeremy Jordan, Sutton Foster,Jason Robert Brown, Bebe Neuwirth,Christian Borle, Norbert Leo Butz,Billy Porter, Jonathan Groff, and more.••Upcoming programs and masterclasses: Jan. 19: Master Class withCesar Rocha of Telsey + CompanyCasting; Jan. 20: Master Class withJeremy Jordan; Feb. 15-17: WinterWorkshop and Industry Showcase;Feb. 18: Master Class with a SpecialBroadway Guest. Programs are held atRipley Grier Studios in NYC.••Seeking—Young Performers: males &females, 8-21, all ethnicities.••Auditions will be held by appt. March2 in NYC.••Selection for admission is by audition/applicationonly. For more info,call 212-561-9429 or visit www.broadwayartistsalliance.org.••Tuition: $125-$250 (one-day masterclass); $225-$395 (master class series);$695-$1,395 (workshop/intensive).Pre-Professional SummerProgram••Seeking a select group of young artistswho are ready for the challenge ofgrowing their theater performanceskills and are looking forward toexploring more advanced work in AClass Act NY’s Pre-ProfessionalProgram. Artistic Director states:“This by-audition-only program offersthe exciting opportunity to major inone of two specialized programs:Musical Theatre Performance orStraight Acting Performance. Thisweek-long intensive culminates in aperformance at an Off-Broadway theaterfor friends, family and industryguests. The performance is designedto showcase the skills and challengingmaterial students have masteredthroughout the week. On Wednesday,participants also see a Broadway matineeand have a ‘talk back’ with actorsafter the show! Pre-ProfessionalProgram faculty include Broadwaytheater actors and industry professionalsinterested in sharing theirmethods and insights with those seekingto expand their craft and exploretheir creative expression. A combinationof classroom work and individualizedprivate instruction will provideparticipants with a unique week-longexperience. Mornings are structuredaround advanced group instructionand challenging workshops taught byBroadway Actors. The morning curriculumincludes: The Teachings of UtaHagen, Ann Bogart’s Viewpoints,Scene Study, Improvisation, VoiceInstruction, Text Analysis, CharacterDevelopment, Movement, MonologueWork, Stage Combat, and Scene Workwith Partners. Afternoons are plannedaround the student’s major and aretailored to their individual talents.The afternoon curriculum includes:Musical Theatre PerformanceMajor, Straight ActingPerformance Major, Private VoiceLessons, Private Acting Lessons,Musical Theatre AuditionTechnique, Straight Acting AuditionTechnique, Dance Workshops,Monologue and Scene Workshops, andGroup Rehearsal for the FinalShowcase.”••Company: A Class Act NY. Staff:Jessica Rofe, artistic dir.••Program takes place Aug. 11-15, 9a.m.-5 p.m. at Ripley-Grier Studios inNYC.••Seeking—Pre-ProfessionalParticipants: males & females, 12-18,all ethnicities.••Seeking submissions from NY, NJ andCT.••Send submissions to info@aclassactny.com.••Auditions will be held by appointmentonly and close April 11, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>.••Musical Theatre majors require a selftapedvideo submission of a 32-bar cutfrom a musical theatre song. StraightActing majors require a self-tapedvideo submission of two contrastingone-minute monologues from publishedplays. Nothing classical please.Actors should hold up a sheet of paperwith their name & age on camera for5-10 seconds. Make sure we can readyour sign on camera; get a close-up.Speak the slate at the same time youare holding it. You may look into thecamera for the slate. Your slate andperformance must be contained in asingle video link. Send your auditionto A Class Act NY via an unlistedYouTube link. Create or sign into yourYouTube account. Click on the arrownext to the “Upload” button at the topof the page. Upload the video. As it isuploading, choose the setting“unlisted.” Do not chose “public” or“private.” After selecting “unlisted,”make sure to click the “save changes”button at the bottom of the page.Email unlisted video to info@aclassactny.comwith your name, pre-professionalprogram, and musicaltheatre major or straight acting majorin the subject line.••No pay. $850 fee required, whichincludes three complimentary seats tothe final showcase, a ticket to aBroadway matinee and talk back, andA Class Act NY camp t-shirt.Pro Improv Training for ChildActors••Seeking child actors for a professionalimprovisation training program,culminating in a showcaseperformance. Company states:“Children will master valuable improvisationskills that will set them apartin the audition room and take theiracting skills to the next level. INStudios offers a nurturing, supportiveand fun learning environment thatwill not only help kids develop a skillthat casting directors are looking for,but also help them develop their listeningand cooperation skills andincrease their self confidence - crucialskills in the school classroom and fortheir relationships with friends andteachers. Limited spaces available byaudition only.”••Company: IN Studios. Staff: LizParish, dir. of media.••Program begins late January/earlyFebruary. Classes take place eachweek in Downtown NYC.••Seeking—Child Actors: males &females, 7-12, all ethnicities.••Seeking submissions from NY.••Send submissions to updates@improvisationnews.com.••To reserve your audition slot, preregisterat http://bit.ly/IN-KidsAudition.••Parents and children will learn aboutour program and children will participatein a group audition. No experiencenecessary. Please be present forthe full audition.••No pay. $350 fee required for eightweeks of classes including ashowcase.Festivals & EventsPromoter/Booker for OutreachShow••Seeking a part-time experienced tourpromoter/booker for an outreach travelingshow. Company states: “We currentlyperform in Brooklyn and over15,000 school children attend the showannually. We are now looking to traveloutside the NYC area for the <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>-15school year.”••Company: The Toy Museum of NY.Staff: Marlene Hochman, exec. dir.••Schedule is flexible during weekdaysin Downtown Brooklyn.••Seeking—Promoter/Booker: males &females, 18-64, all ethnicities, parttimeexperienced tour promoter/booker for an outreach traveling show,will reach out to theaters in the NYCvicinity and schools to help book our<strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>-2<strong>01</strong>5 season.••Seeking submissions from NY.••Send submissions to toymuseumny@gmail.com.••Submit resume in the body copy of anemail, along with previous experiencewith this type of work and proven successto ToyMuseumNY@gmail.com.••Pays $10/hr.SouthernCaliforniaPlays‘Passion Play’••Casting “Passion Play,” an epicthree-act play by two-time Pulitzerfinalist Sarah Ruhl that tells the storyof three different stagings of thePassion, set in Elizabethan England,Nazi Germany and Vitenam-eraAmerica.••Company: Chance Theater. Staff:Trevor Biship, dir.••Rehearsals begin Mar. 3; runs Apr.25-Jun. 1 at Chance Theater inAnaheim, CA.••Seeking—Pontius the Fish Gutter:male, 20-39, all ethnicities, to alsoplay Satan who is a German foot soldier,and P who is a Vietnam War vet,wounded and mysterious, quietlyraging, yearns to be better but is jealousof John. John the Fisherman:male, 20-39, all ethnicities, to alsoplay Jesus and Adam, also Eric who isa German actor who questions hissexuality, and J, P’s brother, attractiveand warm, the perfect child, constantlyquestions why he is asked tobe Jesus. Mary 1: female, 20-39, allethnicities, also plays the VirginMary and Eve; Elsa, a German actress;and Mary, P’s wife, she is dangerousand boundary-breaking, but seen asthe perfect and beautiful Virgin.Mary 2: female, 20-39, all ethnicities,also plays Mary Magdalen; Eric’s seriousand grieving brother; and Mary’ssister, an overachiever but seen as thewhore to Mary 1’s Madonna; musthave strong comic timing. VisitingFriar: male, 20-59, all ethnicities,hiding in a newly Protestant England,a visiting theatre scholar studyingthe Oberammergau Passion inGermany, and a psychiatrist in a VAhospital. Carpenter 1: male, 20-39, allethnicities, to also play Johann, aGerman actor; a bird; and a youngDirector of the Spearfish, SouthDakota Passion; must have strongcomic timing. Carpenter 2: male,20-39, all ethnicities, to also playLudwig, a German actor, and variousensemble roles; must have strongcomic timing. Director: male, 30-59,all ethnicities, to play three differentdirectors of the Passion in three differentperiods. Machinist: male,20-39, all ethnicities, to also plays anEmperor; a German Officer; a SpecialEffects director, and various ensembleroles.••Auditions will be held Jan. 27 at 7p.m. and Jan. 28 at 7 p.m. at ChanceRehearsal Space, 883 S. AnaheimBlvd., Anaheim, CA, 92805.••Send submissions to casting@chancetheater.com.••Pays $75/performance week.plays Variety Events<strong>backstage</strong>.com upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | Charts<strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 <strong>backstage</strong> 31
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California castingMusicals‘A Funny Thing Happened onthe Way To The Forum’••Casting “A Funny Thing Happened onthe Way To The Forum.” Personnelstates: “Broadway’s greatest farce islight, fast-paced, witty, irreverent andone of the funniest musicals ever written.‘A Funny Thing Happened on theWay To The Forum’ takes comedy backto its roots, combining situations fromtime-tested, 2000 year old comedies ofRoman playwright Plautus with theinfectious energy of classic vaudeville.Based on the plays of Plautus /TwoActs, Book Musical, Rated PG. ‘A FunnyThing Happened on the Way To TheForum’ is a non-stop laugh-fest inwhich Pseudolus, a crafty slave, strugglesto win the hand of a beautiful butslow-witted courtesan named Philia,for his young master, Hero, in exchangefor freedom. The plot twists and turnswith cases of mistaken identity, slammingdoors, and a showgirl or two. Thisunforgettable, hysterical musicalallows a terrific ensemble of comedicactors to shine--”something for everyone,a comedy tonight!””••Company: Premiere Productions.Staff: Randall Hickman, prod.; BurtShevelove and Larry Gelbart, book;Stephen Sondheim, music and lyrics;Ray Limon, dir./choreo.••Rehearses Feb. 10-12, 14, 16-19, 21,<strong>23</strong>-26, & 28, March 1, 3-5, 7, 9-12, 14,16-19, 21, <strong>23</strong>-27; runs March 28-April 20in Vista, CA. Note: There are a total of 15shows over the course of four weeks.••Seeking—Pseudolus/Prologus: male,30-60, all ethnicities, baritone. Note:Role has been pre-cast to RandallHickman. Miles Gloriosus: male, 30-45,all ethnicities, baritone. Hysterium:male, 35-65, all ethnicities, baritone.Note: Role has been pre-cast to ShaunThomas. Senex : male, 60-75, all ethnicities,baritone. Lycus: male, 30-65,all ethnicities, baritone. Domina:female, 40-55, all ethnicities, mezzo.Note: Role has been pre-cast to RobinLavalley. Philia: female, 16-24, all ethnicities,soprano. Hero: male, 17-25, allethnicities, tenor. Note: Role has beenpre-cast to Kevin MacDonald. Erronius:male, 65-85, all ethnicities, baritone,cameo. Vibrata: female, 16-30, all ethnicities,mezzo, cameo. Courtesans:female, 18-64, all ethnicities, seekingthree. Proteans: male, 18-64, all ethnicities,seeking three.••Auditions will be held Feb. 2 from 10a.m.-1 p.m. and from 6-9 p.m. and Feb.3 from 7-10 p.m. at Vista’s BroadwayTheater, 340 East Broadway - Suite B,Vista, CA, 92084.••Send submissions to broadwayvista@gmail.com.••Come prepared to sing a ballad and anupbeat theatrical musical song. Youmay only sing one of the selection.Singing a song from the show is fine.••Note: No audition appointments. Comeanytime during the audition times.Callbacks will be held Feb. 4, 7-10 p.m.Singing from the show, reading anddancing will be done the night of thecallbacks, so wear comfortable dancingtype clothes.••For questions, email Office@broadwayvista.com.••Pays $30-$50/show depending on rolesize. There is also a $5/rehearsal gas stipend.If you are called to 18 rehearsalsyou will be paid $90. Note: No housingis being provided.‘Mamma Mia!’••Casting “’Mamma Mia!.” Synopsis: Thesongs of the pop group ABBA providethe score for this romantic comedy thatcontrasts the dreams and desires of ayoung woman about to become a bridewith those of her mother, a free spirit ofthe 70s who never married. The showtakes place at a taverna on a Greekisland.••Company: Mamma Mia! Las Vegas.Staff: Judy Craymer, Richard East andBjorn Ulvaeus for Littlestar in associationwith Universal Music, prods.;Benny Andersson & Bjorn Ulvaeus,music & lyrics; Catherine Johnson,book; Phyllida Lloyd, dir.; MarthaBanta, assoc. dir.; Eric Woodall, residentdir.; Anthony Van Laast, choreo.;Janet Rothermel, assoc. choreo.; MartinKoch, music supervisor; DavidHolcenberg, assoc. music supervisor;Bespoke Theatricals, general mgr.; TaraRubin Casting, casting dir.••Rehearsals begin March 31 in NYC andApril 28 in Las Vegas. Previews beginMay 8; opens May 16 in Las Vegas, NV.••Seeking—Donna: female, 35-45, all ethnicities,the mother of a 20 year old,attractive and free-spirited. A formerlead singer in a group called “Donnaand the Dynamos” who now owns andruns a hotel/casino on a Greek island. Astrong feminist who also has a zany andvulnerable side. Sophie: female, 18-25,all ethnicities, a very special youngwoman who is determined to find theromance and happiness she feelseluded her mother. Has a wild, zanyspirit even though she pursues a conventionalmarriage. Pop soprano.Tanya: female, 35-45, all ethnicities, aformer singer in the “Dynamos.” Rich,sophisticated, acerbic, funny, andwitty. Rosie: female, 35-45, all ethnicities,also a former singer in the“Dynamos” who now writes forand runs a feminist press. She’sconfident, strong, and funny on theoutside but shy underneath. Kookyand fun, good comic actress, bit of aclown. Actress who sings. Sam: male,35-45, all ethnicities, may be Sophie’sfather. Left Donna 20 years ago becausehe was engaged to another woman.Charming, successful architect. Actorwho sings. Baritone. Harry: male,35-45, all ethnicities, may be Sophie’sfather. British financier, wealthy, buttoned-up,and conservative but tryingto reconnect with his freer, youthfulself. Must be able to do a very convincingEnglish accent. Also an actor whosings. High baritone, tenor. Bill: male,35-45, all ethnicities, may be Sophie’sfather. A travel writer with no possessionsor strings. Good-natured, alwaysready for adventure. Funny, preferablya big or imposing man. Should be a verygood actor who sings. Sky : male, 20-29,all ethnicities, Sophie’s fiance. Athletic,attractive--has given up his life as asuccessful young businessman in orderto make over Donna’s taverna andmarry Sophie.AuditionHighlightsCaliforniaFri., Jan. 24‘Flyin’ West’‘Hairspray’ (also 1/25-31)Sat., Jan. 25‘Rent’‘Reshoot’L’il Angels Unlimited, TalentMgmt. in Agents & ManagersMon., Jan. 27‘Passion Play’ (also 1/28)Carnival Cruise Lines, MusiciansTue., Jan. 28‘Crazy For You’‘Floyd Collins’Wed., Jan. 29Carnival Cruise Lines(also 1/30 & 1/31)Sat., Feb. 1’‘Deleted’‘Fiddler on the Roof’Carnival Cruise Lines, San DiegoFor the full auditions calendar,visit <strong>backstage</strong>.com/auditions••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldFeb. 3 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (sign-inbegins at 9 a.m.; lunch from 1-2 p.m.) atMadilyn Clark Studios, 10852 BurbankBlvd, N. Hollywood, CA, 916<strong>01</strong>.••EPA Rules are in effect. A monitorwill be provided. Be prepared tosing a contemporary pop song.Bring sheet music. An accompanistwill be provided. Bring pix & resume,stapled together. The cast should bequirky and offbeat; we are not seekingobvious musical theater performers.Actors who sing and move work best inthis show. All artists should have a rocksound and be able to move well.••Equity Special Casino Contract,pending.‘Crazy For You’••Casting “Crazy For You.” Synopsis: Astage-struck New York playboy, BobbyChild is sent to a small, poor town inNevada to close down the local theater.Soon Bobby falls in love with the theaterowner’s daughter, Polly. In order tosave the theatre, he dreams up the ideato put on a show to raise money for thetheatre. In the end, the town is reinvigorated,the theatre is saved and Bobbyfinds love.••Company: Candlelight Pavilion. Staff:Ben D Bollinger, prod.; Neil Dale, dir.;Dustin Ceithamer, choreo.; MarcMacalintal, musical dir.••Rehearsals begin Feb. 17 (Mon.-Thurs,7-11 p.m. and Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.); runsMar. 21-Apr. 27 in Claremont, CA.••Seeking—All Roles: males & females,18-50, all ethnicities.••Auditions will be held Jan. 28 from 7-9p.m. at The Candlelight Pavilion, 455 W.Foothill Blvd., Claremont, CA, 91711.••Bring a 16 bar cut of classic Broadwaysong in the style of the show. Also,bring your book of music in case youare asked for something additional. Werecommend you bring tap shoes as wellas regular dance shoes.••Note: Callbacks will be held Feb. 11 at 7p.m. You must be available for theentire rehearsal period. If you haveconflicts please email them in advanceto jackie@candlelightpavilion.com.••Pay provided.‘Hairspray’••A “highly professional” private highschool is casting “Hairspray.” Directorstates: “This is a full-on production thatsells out for every performance and isdirected by professionals.”••Company: Notre Dame Academy. Staff:Kristin Duerr, dir.••Rehearsals begin Jan. 29; runs Apr.10-12 at Notre Dame Academy in WestL.A.••Seeking—Link: male, 14+, all ethnicities.Seaweed: male, 14-64, all ethnicities.Edna: male, 14+, all ethnicities.Mr. Pinky: male, 18+, all ethnicities.Wilbur: male, 14+, all ethnicities.Corny: male, 14+, all ethnicities.••Auditions will be held by appt. Jan. 21,Jan. 22, Jan. <strong>23</strong>, Jan. 24, Jan. 25, Jan. 26,Jan. 27, Jan. 28, Jan. 29, Jan. 30 and Jan.31 at Notre Dame Academy, 2851Overland Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90064.••Send submissions to kristinduerr@me.com.••For an appointment, call (310) 592-3305, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.••Prepare a song from the show. Note:Looking for actors who can act, sing,and dance; serious triple-threats whowant a pro experience.••Pay provided.‘Les Misérables’••Casting “Les Misérables.” Set in early19th-century France, it is the story ofJean Valjean, a French peasant, and hisquest for redemption after servingnineteen years in jail for having stolen aloaf of bread for his starving sister’schild.••Company: Plan-B Entertainment.Staff: Andy Ferrara, exec. prod.; AlbyPotts, musical dir.; Thomas Garcia,assoc. prod.••Rehearsals begin Feb. 24 in NorthHollywood, CA; performs March 14-16,<strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> in San Bernardino, CA.••Seeking—Jean Valjean: male, 40-60,Caucasian, Hispanic, Asian, EastIndian, Native American, MiddleEastern, Pacific Islander, EthnicallyAmbiguous / Mixed Race, dramatictenor; after being released from imprisonmentfor serving nineteen years, hedecides to break his parole and turnshis life around. Inspector Javert: male,40-60, Caucasian, Hispanic, Asian, EastIndian, Native American, MiddleEastern, Pacific Islander, EthnicallyAmbiguous / Mixed Race, baritone/Musicals<strong>backstage</strong>.com upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | Charts<strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 <strong>backstage</strong> 33
casting CaliforniaMusicalsbass-baritone; respects the law aboveall else and relentlessly pursuesValjean. Fantine: female, 21-30,Caucasian, Hispanic, Asian, EastIndian, Native American, MiddleEastern, Pacific Islander, EthnicallyAmbiguous / Mixed Race, lyric mezzosoprano;a poor worker who loses herjob and, as a result, turns to prostitutionin order to continue paying theThénardiers to care for her illegitimatedaughter. Éponine: female, 14-21,Caucasian, Hispanic, Asian, EastIndian, Native American, MiddleEastern, Pacific Islander, EthnicallyAmbiguous / Mixed Race, mezzosoprano;daughter of the Thénardiers,now ragged and a waif, secretly lovesMarius. Marius Pontmercy : male,20-28, Caucasian, Hispanic, Asian, EastIndian, Native American, MiddleEastern, Pacific Islander, EthnicallyAmbiguous / Mixed Race, baritone/tenor; a student revolutionary, isfriends with Éponine, but falls in lovewith Cosette, and she with him.Cosette: female, 18-25, Caucasian,Hispanic, Asian, East Indian, NativeAmerican, Middle Eastern, PacificIslander, Ethnically Ambiguous / MixedRace, soprano; the daughter of Fantine,has grown-up to become a beautifulyoung woman of culture and privilegeunder Valjean’s adoptive and lovingfatherly care and protection. YoungCosette: female, 18-25, Caucasian,Hispanic, Asian, East Indian, NativeAmerican, Middle Eastern, PacificIslander, Ethnically Ambiguous / MixedRace, treble; The young daughter ofAUDITIONS LOS ANGELESSINGERS WHO DANCEFantine. Cosette is in the care of theThénardiers who are paid by Fantine totake care of her child. MadameThénardier: female, 35-55, Caucasian,Hispanic, Asian, East Indian, NativeAmerican, Middle Eastern, PacificIslander, Ethnically Ambiguous / MixedRace, contralto; Thénardier’s unscrupulouswife. Thénardier : male, 35-55,Caucasian, Hispanic, Asian, EastIndian, Native American, MiddleEastern, Pacific Islander, EthnicallyAmbiguous / Mixed Race, comic baritone;a second-rate thief, runs a smallinn. Gavroche: male, 9-16, Caucasian,Hispanic, Asian, East Indian, NativeAmerican, Middle Eastern, PacificIslander, Ethnically Ambiguous / MixedRace, boy soprano; a streetwise urchinwho dies on the barricade helping therevolutionaries. Ensemble: males &females, 18-64, all ethnicities, allother roles will be played by astrong ensemble, each of whommay be playing multiple roles.••Auditions will be held Feb. 4 from 11a.m.-2:30 p.m. (open call male) andfrom 3-5 p.m. (Open Call Female) atStudio B, 10600 Victory Blvd. (@Cahuenga Blvd.), No. Hollywood, CA,91606.••All will sing first. Have sheet music inproper key. An accompanist will be provided.Have an appropriate song readythat shows your vocal range and actingabilities. Be prepared for movement ifasked. Callbacks are by request. Sidesfor callbacks will be available onShowfax by Jan. 29.••No pay.INVITED CALLJANUARY 31Dynamic and experienced vocalists skilled in multiple styles includingR&B, contemporary pop, and rock are encouraged to apply. Femalesmust belt to a D or E; Males must belt to Bb and have strong falsetto.Please prepare and submit a video vocal audition. If your vocalaudition is approved, you will be invited to a dance audition.To apply for this invited call audition, please visit:www.carnivalentertainment.com/playlist/auditionsDeadline to apply is January 22, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>‘Rent’••Casting “Rent” by Jonathan Larson.Inspired by Puccini’s opera La Boheme,“Rent” is a gritty show, rich in profanityand mature themes.••Company: Plan-B Entertainment.Staff: Andy Ferrara, exec. prod.; AlbyPotts, musical dir.; Thomas Garcia,associate prod.••Rehearsals begin on or about Feb. 24 atStudio-B in N. Hollywood; performsMar. 29 at California Theatre for thePerforming Arts in San Bernardino.••Seeking—Company Members: males &females, 18-40, all ethnicities, threemale and three females to play a varietyof rolls all will be featured; must be versatilesinger/actor. Roger Davis: male,18-29, all ethnicities, an HIV infectedstruggling musician who is a recoveringdrug addict, extremely depressedbrooding and aggressive with a gentleside; plays guitar, grunge rocktenor. Mimi Marquez: female,18-29, Hispanic, an HIV-positiveexotic dancer and heroin junkie.Extremely sexy, optimistic, likeable butwith dark secrets; mezzo-soprano, rockvoice. Benny Coffin III: male, 18-29,African American, used to live withMark and Roger, but is now their landlord,yuppie sell-out; pop tenor/baritone.Maureen Johnson: female, 18-25,Caucasian, Joanne’s girlfriend; Mark’sex-girlfriend, young, spunky, quirkyand funny, innocently sexy; mezzosoprano,soulful. Joanne Jefferson:female, 18-39, African American, a lawyerand Maureen’s lover, smart, mature,wry humor, politically connected; highrock belt, soprano. Tom Collins: male,18-39, African American, a gay philosophyteacher and anarchist with AIDS;old roommate/friend of Mark andRoger’s; Angel’s lover, mature, warm,strong, and open personality; low bluesbaritone. Angel Dumontt Schunard:male, 18-29, Hispanic, Asian, a streetpercussionist/musiciandrag queenwith AIDS and a heart of gold, Collins’lover; high tenor/falsetto. Mark Cohen:male, 18-29, all ethnicities, a strugglingJewish documentary film-maker,Roger’s best friend, the narrator; baritone/tenor.••Auditions will be held Jan. 25 from3:30-5:30 p.m. at Studio-B, 10600Victory Blvd., (@ Cahuenga Blvd.), N.Hollywood, CA, 91606.••All ethnic performers are encouragedto audition.••All will sing first. Bring sheet music inthe proper key. An accompanist will beprovided. The music is a blend of rock,pop, & gospel and very reflective of the‘90s. Have an appropriate song readythat shows your vocal range and actingabilities. Be prepared for movement ifasked. Callbacks are by request. Sidesfor callbacks will be available onShowfax by January <strong>23</strong>, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>.••Pay provided.Chorus Calls‘Mamma Mia!,’ Dancers••Casting “’Mamma Mia!.” Synopsis: Thesongs of the pop group ABBA providethe score for this romantic comedy that34 <strong>backstage</strong> <strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14contrasts the dreams and desires of ayoung woman about to become a bridewith those of her mother, a free spirit ofthe 70s who never married. The showtakes place at a taverna on a Greekisland.••Company: Mamma Mia! Las Vegas.Staff: Judy Craymer, Richard East andBjorn Ulvaeus for Littlestar in associationwith Universal Music, prods.;Benny Andersson & Bjorn Ulvaeus,music & lyrics; Catherine Johnson,book; Phyllida Lloyd, dir.; MarthaBanta, assoc. dir.; Eric Woodall, residentdir.; Anthony Van Laast, choreo.;Janet Rothermel, assoc. choreo.; MartinKoch, music supervisor; DavidHolcenberg, assoc. music supervisor;Bespoke Theatricals, general mgr.; TaraRubin Casting, casting dir.••Rehearsals begin March 31 in NYC andApril 28 in Las Vegas. Previews beginMay 8; opens May 16 in Las Vegas, NV.••Seeking—Dancers: males & females,18-64, all ethnicities, strong dancerswith a contemporary, hip look who singwell. Some featured male ensembleroles have dance specialties for whichRussian split jumps and acrobatics are aplus.••Equity Chorus Calls will be held Feb. 4at 10 a.m. (female dancers; sign-inbegins at 9:30 a.m.) and at 2 p.m. (maledancers; sign-in begins at 1:30 p.m. ) atMadilyn Clark Studios, 10852 BurbankBlvd., N. Hollywood, CA, 916<strong>01</strong>.••Chorus rules are in effect. A monitorwill be provided. Be warmed up andready to dance at time of the call.Women, bring flat dance shoes or dancesneakers, street clothes & wear little tono makeup. Men, bring flat dance shoesor dance sneakers and street clothes.Bring sheet music to a contemporarypop song and your book of music, asyou may be asked to stay and sing.Bring pix & resume, stapled together.Dancers of all races and ethnic backgroundsare encouraged to attend thiscall.••Equity Special Casino Contract,pending.‘Mamma Mia!,’ Singers••Casting “’Mamma Mia!.” Synopsis: Thesongs of the pop group ABBA providethe score for this romantic comedy thatcontrasts the dreams and desires of ayoung woman about to become a bridewith those of her mother, a free spirit ofthe 70s who never married. The showtakes place at a taverna on a Greekisland.••Company: Mamma Mia! Las Vegas.Staff: Judy Craymer, Richard East andBjorn Ulvaeus for Littlestar in associationwith Universal Music, prods.;Benny Andersson & Bjorn Ulvaeus,music & lyrics; Catherine Johnson,book; Phyllida Lloyd, dir.; MarthaBanta, assoc. dir.; Eric Woodall, residentdir.; Anthony Van Laast, choreo.;Janet Rothermel, assoc. choreo.; MartinKoch, music supervisor; DavidHolcenberg, assoc. music supervisor;Bespoke Theatricals, general mgr.; TaraRubin Casting, casting dir.••Rehearsals begin March 31 in NYC andApril 28 in Las Vegas. Previews beginMay 8; opens May 16 in Las Vegas, NV.••Seeking—Singers: males & females,18-45, all ethnicities, strong contempo-<strong>backstage</strong>.com
ary singers of all sizes who movewell to comprise the ensemble andunderstudy the principals. Allshould have a great rock sound andbe able to move well.••Equity Chorus Calls will be heldFeb. 5 at 10 a.m. (female singers;sign-in begins at 9:30 a.m.) and at 2p.m. (male singers; sign-in beginsat 1:30 p.m. ) at Madilyn ClarkStudios, 10852 Burbank Blvd., N.Hollywood, CA, 916<strong>01</strong>.••Chorus rules are in effect. A monitorwill be provided. Be prepared tosing a contemporary pop song.Bring sheet music; an accompanistwill be provided. Bring pix &resume, stapled together.••Equity Special Casino Contract,pending.Feature Films‘Killer Summer’••Casting “Killer Summer,” a filmabout a present day film crew headinginto the woods to make a lowbudget 80’s style “camp slasher” ofthe same name.••Staff: Mike Ford, writer.••Shoots late summer-early fall inCA.••Seeking—Riley: female, 18-28,Caucasian, the lead role of themovie within the movie as well asthe actual film. She should betough, with enough off the edge tokind of be girl-next-door. Youwouldn’t expect her to be as badassas she is, but she has what it takesto survive. Jake: male, 18-28,Caucasian, the lead of the filmwithin the film. He has an all-American look, but is a real prickwhen it comes to dealing with therest of the cast or the project itself.Must have good chops for comedy,turns out he’s not much of an outdoorsman.Brin: female, 18-28,Caucasian, Hispanic, EthnicallyAmbiguous / Mixed Race, theactress cast in the film within thefilm you don’t necessarily call onfor “acting chops,” but more forhow she looks on camera. Note:Actual actress must have greatcomedic timing. Charlotte“Charlie”: female, 18-28,Caucasian, Ethnically Ambiguous /Mixed Race, plays the punky badasstype, but turns out to be completelyfragile in real life.••Seeking submissions from CA.••Send submissions to casting@killersummerthemovie.com.••For more information, visit www.killersummerthemovie.com.••Pays: $100/day, plus meals andtransportation provided. Producersplan to apply for SAG/AFTRA UltraLow-Budget Film Agreement.Short Films‘Rules of Reduction’••Casting an independent short,California casting“Rules of Reduction,” about a manwho tests a new and questionableproduct on the public while speakingon the phone with his motherabout the results.••Company: Cold CockleProductions. Staff: AndersonCowan, dir.••Shoots early February in L.A.••Seeking—Mother: female, 50-70,Caucasian, an innocent elderlywoman with warmth. Son: male,20-29, Caucasian, a man in his mid-20s, no facial hair. Young Mother:female, 35-50, all ethnicities, a middle-agedor younger mother capableof double takes and shock;looking for an actual mother withactual children that can be usedonscreen. Nebbish Father: male,35-50, all ethnicities, a bookwormof a man who can play offendedwell; an actual father with actualkid or kids to be used onscreen is aplus. Muscular Man: male, 25-45,all ethnicities, large. Young Kid:males & females, 10-15, allethnicities.••Seeking submissions from CA.••Send submissions to anderson@andersoncowan.com.••No pay, but food, credit, and copyprovided.Cruise LinesCarnival Cruise Lines, SanDiego Appointments••Carnival Cruise Lines is hosting aninvited call for technicians, youthstaff, and activity hosts.••Company: Carnival Cruise Lines.••Contract dates vary.••Seeking—Technicians, Youth Staff& Activity Hosts: males & females,18-64, all ethnicities.••Auditions will be held by appt.Feb. 1 in San Diego, CA.••Interviews will be held by appointmentonly. To apply to be interviewedfor any of these positions,visit www.carnivalentertainment.com/sandiegoauditions. Deadlineto apply is Jan. 28.••Professional pay provided.Agents &ManagersL’il Angels Unlimited,Talent Mgmt.••L’il Angels Unlimited—a NY-basedchild talent management companyrepresenting aspiring and professionalchild, teenage, and youngadult actors—is seeking new talentfor representation in television,commercials, feature films, print,and theater. Founded in 1992, L’ilAngels Unlimited’s clients havebeen featured in numerous TVseries, feature films, Broadwayshows, and national commercials.Recent successes have includedplacements in films such as “BadMusicals FilmVariety Events<strong>backstage</strong>.com <strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 <strong>backstage</strong> 35CARNIVAL CRUISE LINESAUDITIONSLOS ANGELESSINGERS10:00Male & FemaleDebbie Reynolds Studio, 6514 Lankershim Blvd., N. Hollywood, CA 91606Please prepare 16 bars contrasting styles with sheet music or CD,no a cappella. All singers should be able to demonstrate multiplestyles including R&B, contemporary pop, and rock. Females mustbelt to a D or E; Males must belt to Bb and have strong falsetto.Please bring headshot/resume, and be prepared to dance if asked.DANCERSDebbie Reynolds Studio, 6514 Lankershim Blvd., N. Hollywood, CA 91606www.carnivalentertainment.comOPEN CALLJANUARY 29AMOPEN CALLJANUARY 3<strong>01</strong>0:00 AMMale & FemaleTechnical exercises & contrasting combinations will be taught atthe audition. Please dress in close fitting dance attire. Headshotand Resume required. Dancers that also sing should prepare twovocal selections with either sheet or track music.CARNIVAL CRUISE LINESAUDITIONSLOS ANGELESBASS, DRUMS, GUITAR, HORNS, KEYBOARD, VOCALISTSMUSICIANSINVITED CALLJANUARY 27, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>To apply for this invited call audition, please visit:www.carnivalentertainment.com/losangelesauditionsAll applicants should be familiar with a broad range ofcontemporary musical styles and be experienced with a highlevel of proficiency with their chosen instrument. Strong sightreading skills and the ability to "play by ear" are both important.
casting Californiaplays Musicals EventsTeacher,” TV shows such as “ModernFamily,” commercials for McDonald’s,and the Broadway production of “TheLion King.”••Company: L’il Angels Unlimited. Staff:Jackie Reid, owner/talent manager.••Rehearsal and performance/shootdates and locations vary depending onthe project.••Seeking—Kids, Teens, and YoungAdults: males & females, 3-21, all ethnicities,all types.••Auditions will be held Jan. 25 from 12-4p.m. at The Space Station, 950 N.Cahuenga Blvd., Los Angeles, CA,90038.••Send submissions to LilAngelsNY@gmail.com.••Apply online to receive an agencyapplication to bring to the audition.••For more info, visit www.lilangelsunlimited.com.••Note: L’il Angels Unlimited does notcharge any upfront fees and only collectsa standard commission when youbook a gig. Professional pay provided ifcast; pay and union status variesdepending on the project.West 88 Management, NewTalent••Seeking serious actors and models ofall ethnic backgrounds for film, television,and commercial representationwith West 88 Management, a boutiquemanagement company.••Company: West 88 Management. Staff:Michele Weaver, partner.••Ongoing submissions from L.A.••Seeking—Actors & Models: males &females, 5+, all ethnicities, must notcurrently be represented by an agentand/or manager, unique/striking looks,skills and/or foreign language abilitiesare definite advantages but not requirements,must live in the Los Angelesarea.••Seeking submissions from CA.••Send submissions to submit2west88@gmail.com.••For consideration, submit pix,resumes and links to audition reels.Note: Submitting talent must not currentlybe represented by an agent and/or manager.••Professional pay provided if signedand booked.NorthernCaliforniaPlaysSan Francisco Mime Troupe••Seeking for San Francisco MimeTroupe general auditions for summerunwritten show.••Company: San Francisco MimeTroupe.••Rehearsals begin third week of May(tentatively); opens July 4; closes earlymidSeptember <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> (tentatively) in SanFrancisco, CA.••Seeking—All Roles Open: males &females, 18+, all ethnicities.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldFeb. 8 from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. (by appointmentonly) at San Francisco MimeTroupe Studio, 855 Treatt Ave, ringdoorbell on upper left of front door,street parking-limited, San Francisco,CA, 94110.••Send submissions to work@sfmt.org.••EPA rules are in effect. A monitor willnot be provided. The producer will runall aspects of this audition. Auditionswill be held by appointment only. Foran appointment, submit online.••Bring headshot and resume, one physical/comicpiece (classical or contemporary)no longer than two mins. and 32bars of music to be sung a capella, toprerecorded track or with our accompaniston piano. Additionally actorsshould dress appropriately for movementand be prepared to improvise.••Note: Walk-ins welcome, but no guaranteeshow quickly we can fit you in.Performers of all ethnic and racial backgroundsare encouraged to apply. SFMTis an equal opportunity employer.••For more info, visit sfmt.org.••Pays $453 min. Equity LOA Contract.Musicals‘A Chorus Line,’ Sacramento••Casting Sacramento Music Circus<strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> Season to include: “A ChorusLine.”••Company: Sacramento Music Circus.Staff: Richard Lewis, president andCEO; Glenn Casale, artistic dir.; ScottKlier, exec. prod.••Rehearsals begin June 13,<strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>; runs June 24-29, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> inSacramento, CA.••Seeking—All Roles Open:males & females, 18-64, allethnicities.••Equity Principal Auditions will beheld March 14 from 6-10 p.m. at WellsFargo Pavilion, 1419 H Street, Enterthrough 15th Street Pavilion doors.Street parking is available.,Sacramento, CA, 95814.••EPA rules are in effect. A monitor willnot be provided. The producer will runall aspects of this audition. Auditionswill be held by appointment only. Foran appointment call, (916) 446-5880ext. 117 from March 6-7, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> from 1-5p.m. only.••Prepare a brief musical theatre songappropriate for the season. Singingmaterial from the shows listed isacceptable and encouraged. Bringsheet music in your key as an accompanistwill be provided.••Note: All Stage Management positionsare filled at this time. There are nineperformances in each playing week.Sacramento Music Circus activelysolicits women and minorities for nontraditionalcasting opportunities.Equity performers of all ethnic backgroundsare encouraged to attend.••For more info, visit sacramentomusiccircus.com.••Pays $1<strong>01</strong>2/wk. min. Equity RMTAContract.EquityNotices‘Brigadoon,’ Sacramento••Casting Sacramento Music Circus <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>Season to include: “Brigadoon.”••Company: Sacramento Music Circus.Staff: Richard Lewis, president andCEO; Glenn Casale, artistic dir.; ScottKlier, exec. prod.••Rehearsals begin July 25, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>; runsAug. 5-10, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> in Sacramento, CA.••Seeking—All Roles Open: males &females, 18-64, all ethnicities.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldMarch 14 from 6-10 p.m. (by appointmentonly) at Wells Fargo Pavilion, 1419H Street, Enter through 15th StreetPavilion doors. Street parking is available.,Sacramento, CA, 95814.••EPA rules are in effect. A monitor willnot be provided. The producer will runall aspects of this audition. Auditionswill be held by appointment only. Foran appointment call, (916) 446-5880ext. 117 from March 6-7, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> from 1-5p.m. only.••Prepare a brief musical theatre songappropriate for the season. Singingmaterial from the shows listed isacceptable and encouraged. Bring sheetmusic in your key as an accompanistwill be provided.••Note: All Stage Management positionsare filled at this time. There are nineperformances in each playing week.Sacramento Music Circus actively solicitswomen and minorities for non-traditionalcasting opportunities.Performers of all ethnic backgroundsare encouraged to attend.••For more info, visit sacramentomusiccircus.com.••Pays $1<strong>01</strong>2/wk. min. Equity RMTAContract.‘La Cage Aux Folles,’Sacramento••Casting Sacramento MusicCircus <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> Season to include:“La Cage Aux Folles,” 2<strong>01</strong>0Revival Version.••Company: Sacramento MusicCircus. Staff: Richard Lewis,president and CEO; Glenn Casale,artistic dir.; Scott Klier, exec. prod.••Rehearsals begin Aug. 8, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>; runsAug. 19-24, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> in Sacramento, CA.••Seeking—All Roles Open: males &females, 18-64, all ethnicities.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldMarch 14 from 6-10 p.m. (by appointmentonly) at Wells Fargo Pavilion, 1419H Street, Enter through 15th StreetPavilion doors. Street parking is available.,Sacramento, CA, 95814.••EPA rules are in effect. A monitor willnot be provided. The producer will runall aspects of this audition. Auditionswill be held by appointment only. Foran appointment call, (916) 446-5880ext. 117 from March 6-7, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> from 1-5p.m. only.••Prepare a brief musical theatre songappropriate for the season. Singingmaterial from the shows listed isacceptable and encouraged. Bring sheetmusic in your key as an accompanistwill be provided.••Note: All Stage Management positionsare filled at this time. There are nineperformances in each playing week.Sacramento Music Circus actively solicitswomen and minorities for non-traditionalcasting opportunities. Equityperformers of all ethnic backgroundsare encouraged to attend.••For more info, visit sacramentomusiccircus.com.••Pays $1<strong>01</strong>2/wk. min. Equity RMTAContract.‘Marry Poppins,’ Sacramento••Casting Sacramento Music Circus <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>Season to include: “Mary Poppins.”••Company: Sacramento Music Circus.Staff: Richard Lewis, president andCEO; Glenn Casale, artistic dir.; ScottKlier, exec. prod.••Rehearsals begin June <strong>23</strong>, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>; runsJuly 8-13, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> in Sacramento, CA.••Seeking—All Roles Open: males &females, 18-64, all ethnicities.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldMarch 14 from 6-10 p.m. (by appointmentonly) at Wells Fargo Pavilion, 1419H Street, Enter through 15th StreetPavilion doors. Street parking is available.,Sacramento, CA, 95814.••EPA rules are in effect. A monitor willnot be provided. The producer will runall aspects of this audition. Auditionswill be held by appointment only. Foran appointment call, (916) 446-5880ext. 117 from March 6-7, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> from 1-5p.m. only.••Prepare a brief musical theatre songappropriate for the season. Singingmaterial from the shows listed isacceptable and encouraged. Bring sheetmusic in your key as an accompanistwill be provided.••Note: All Stage Management positionsare filled at this time. There are nineperformances in each playing week.Sacramento Music Circus actively solicitswomen and minorities for non-traditionalcasting opportunities. Equityperformers of all ethnic backgroundsare encouraged to attend.••For more info, visit sacramentomusiccircus.com.••Pays $1<strong>01</strong>2/wk. min. Equity RMTAContract.‘South Pacific,’ Sacramento••Casting Sacramento Music Circus <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>Season to include: “South Pacific.”••Company: Sacramento Music Circus.Staff: Richard Lewis, president andCEO; Glenn Casale, artistic dir.; ScottKlier, exec. prod.••Rehearsals begin July 11, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>; runsJuly 22-27, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> in Sacramento, CA.••Seeking—All Roles Open: males &females, 18-64, all ethnicities.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldMarch 14 from 6-10 p.m. (by appointmentonly) at Wells Fargo Pavilion, 1419H Street, Enter through 15th StreetPavilion doors. Street parking is available.,Sacramento, CA, 95814.••EPA rules are in effect. A monitor willnot be provided. The producer will runall aspects of this audition. Auditionswill be held by appointment only. Foran appointment call, (916) 446-5880ext. 117 from March 6-7, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> from 1-5p.m. only.••Prepare a brief musical theatre songappropriate for the season. Singingmaterial from the shows listed isacceptable and encouraged. Bring sheetmusic in your key as an accompanistwill be provided.••Note: All Stage Management positionsare filled at this time. There are nine36 <strong>backstage</strong> <strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | Charts<strong>backstage</strong>.com
National/Regional castingperformances in each playing week.Sacramento Music Circus actively solicitswomen and minorities for non-traditionalcasting opportunities. Equityperformers of all ethnic backgroundsare encouraged to attend.••For more info, visit sacramentomusiccircus.com.••Pays $1<strong>01</strong>2/wk. min. Equity RMTAContract.National/RegionalPlays‘Charlotte’s Web’••Casting “Charlotte’s Web.”••Company: Dallas Children’s Theater.Staff: Artie Olaisen, dir.••Rehearsals begin March 24; runs April25-June 1 in Dallas, TX.••Seeking—Fern Arable: female, 18-64,all ethnicities, a young girl. JohnArable: male, 18-64, all ethnicities, herfather. Martha Arable: female, 18-64,all ethnicities, her mother. AveryArable: male, 18-64, all ethnicities, herbrother. Homer Zuckerman: male,18-64, all ethnicities, her uncle. EdithZuckerman: female, 18-64, all ethnicities,her aunt. Lurvy: male, 18-64, allethnicities, a hired hand. Wilbur:male, 18-64, all ethnicities, a pig.Templeton: male, 18-64, all ethnicities,a rat. Charlotte: female, 18-64, allethnicities, a spider. Goose, Gander,Sheep, Lamb: males & females, 18-64,all ethnicities, farm animals.••Equity Principal Auditions will beheld Feb. 17 from 7-10 p.m. and Feb. 18from 7-10 p.m. at Dallas Children’sTheater--Rosewood Center, 5938Skillman St. at Northwest Highway,Dallas, TX, 75<strong>23</strong>1.••To schedule an appt. (preferred), call(214) 978-<strong>01</strong>10. EPA rules are in effect.A monitor will not be provided. Theproducer will run all aspects of thisaudition. Be familiar with the script--you will be asked to read from sides.Bring pix & resume, stapled together.For more information, visit www.dct.org.••Pays: $340 min./wk. Equity LOA ref.to LORT Contract.‘Good People,’ Pix Request••WaterTower Theatre is seeking localactors for the upcoming show “GoodPeople.”••Company: WaterTower Theatre. Staff:Rene Moreno, dir.••Rehearsals begin May 19; performsJune 6-29, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> in Dallas, TX.••Seeking—Margaret: female, 50,Caucasian, proud, single, working-classmother; has made sacrifices in her lifefor the sake of love. Stevie: male, 25-30,Caucasian, good-hearted, generous;assistant manager of a dollar store.Dottie: female, 60-70, Caucasian, brash,a little ditzy; Margaret’s landlady. Jean:female, 50, Caucasian, loyal, blunt;Margaret’s friend. Mike: male, 50,Caucasian, proud, short-tempered; anold high school flame of Margaret’swho escaped the poverty of SouthBoston’s lower end by becoming a doctor.Kate: female, 30-35, AfricanAmerican, pleasant, well-educated,attractive; Mike’s wife; loves to hostparties and teaches literature at BostonUniversity.••Seeking submissions from TX.••Send submissions to kervi@watertowertheatre.org.••Deadline for submissions is Jan. 31.Seeking submissions via email only atthis time.••Pays: $404/wk. Equity SPT minimum.Note: These roles are local hire only. Nohousing or travel can be provided.Imago Theatre SeasonAuditions••Casting for Imago Theatre’s <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>-2<strong>01</strong>5season. Project description: “ImagoTheatre is holding mid-season auditionsfor three productions in <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>-2<strong>01</strong>5, for Portland-area artists who havenever auditioned for the company. Thisaudition is for the Portland seasononly, and will not include touringshows. The audition will be heldmore like a workshop, and actorsmay audition for one or all of theshows, ‘The Elastics,’ an original workof dance and visuals, ‘Machinal’ bySophie Treadwell, and ‘La Belle,’ thecompany’s version of ‘Beauty and TheBeast.’ From adaptations of classics toexcursions into vaudevillian existentialism,Imago’s repertoire is as vast asthe forms they shape. With commissionsfor stage, film, and television,Imago blurs the lines of the expected tobreak new ground, exploding performanceboundaries yet maintaininghumor and humanity.”••Company: Imago Theatre. Staff: JerryMouawad, casting dir.••“The Elastics” rehearses eveningsMarch & April, in Portland, OR.Performances of “The Elastics” are May2-June 1, at Imago Theatre in Portland,OR. “Machinal” rehearses eveningsMarch & April, in Portland, OR.Performances of “Machinal” are inMay, at Imago Theatre in Portland, OR.“La Belle” rehearses evenings March &April 2<strong>01</strong>5, in Portland, OR.Performances of “La Belle” are in May2<strong>01</strong>5, at Imago Theatre in Portland, OR.••Seeking—All Roles: males & females,18-64, all ethnicities, skills requestedfor all shows include dance, theatre,comedy, movement, song, ensemblework, those auditioning for “TheElastics” must have some formal danceexperience.••Auditions will be held Jan. 29 from 6-8p.m. (Plan to stay for the full 2 hours.)and Feb. 5 from 6-8 p.m. (Plan to stayfor the full 2 hours.) at Imago Theatre,17 SE 8th, Portland, OR, 97214.••Send submissions to jerry@imagotheatre.com.••Must live in the Portland area. Out oftown artists must request permissionto audition. If you never been in anImago show, you’re welcome to audition.If you have been in an Imagoshow, contact casting director to findout if you are suitable for any of theproductions. For “The Elastics,” talentmust arrive in dance wear (tights orunitard). For “Machinal,” prepare ashort 20 second text of any kind (yourchoice). “For La Belle,” prepare a short20 second song you sing acapella.••Professional pay.‘Last of the Red Hot Lovers’*New Date*••Casting “Last of the Red Hot Lovers”as part of the <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> New HarmonyTheatre summer season.••Company: University of SouthernIndiana/New Harmony Theatre. Staff:Elliot Wasserman, producing artisticdir.; Eric Altheide, resident assoc. dir.;Angela Torres, managing/marketingdir.••Rehearsals begin June 3; runs June20-29 in Evansville, IN.••Seeking—Barney Cashman: male,46-54, all ethnicities, the way menused to be before they discovered thathard work and exercise do not result inthe same outcome; the hard workerwhose youth has slid to his beltline, aman in mid-life crisis who hears thesiren song of the sexual revolution,Barney has lost one oar while rowingtowards the sound. Still herows, in circles. Elaine Navazio:female, 30-39, all ethnicities, abored wife, practices sarcasm as anart form, promiscuity is her escapefrom a life she is not enjoying. BobbiMichele: female, 18-32, all ethnicities,Aspiring actress, old enough so that herlack of common sense can no longer beclassified as naiveté, so pretty, however,that you can’t help but listen.Jeanette Fisher: female, 37-44, all ethnicities,as unsuited for an extramaritalaffair as Barney is unpracticed, thoughdisillusioned with her marriage, shefeels too guilty to counter her husband’sinfidelity with her own.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldJan. 25 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. (by appointmentonly) at University of SouthernIndiana, 8600 University Boulevard,(LL of the Technology Center on campus),Evansville, IN, 47712.••For an audition appointment, call (812)465-1635, Tues.-Fri. from 9:30 a.m.-3:30p.m. EPA Rules are in effect. A monitorwill not be provided. The producer willrun all aspects of this audition.Performers of all ethnic and racial backgroundsare encouraged to attend.••Prepare a brief monologue under twominutes or a one minute monologue &16 bars of a song. Total audition shouldnot exceed two minutes. If singing,bring sheet music; accompanist provided.For those singing, theatre prefersauditioning with the final verse &chorus of the “The Fantasticks.” Note:NYC EPAs will be held Jan. 29.••Pays $600/wk. Equity LOA ref. to LORTContract.Rivendell Theatre Ensemble<strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> Season••Casting “Eat Your Heart Out” byCourtney Baron and “How the WorldBegan” by Catherine Trieschmann forthe Rivendell Theatre Ensemble <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>season.••Company: Rivendell TheatreEnsemble. Staff: Tara Mallen, artisticdir.; Hallie Gordon, dir. (“Eat YourHeart Out”); Kimberly Senior, dir.(“How the World Began”).••“Eat Your Heart Out” rehearsals beginApril 21; runs May 31-June 28, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>.“How the World Began” rehearsalsbegin TBD; performs Nov. <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>. Allrehearsals and performances inChicago, IL.••Seeking—Nance: female, 35-39, all ethnicities,a social worker and Evie’smom. (“Eat Your Heart Out” role.).Tom: male, 32-39, all ethnicities,incredibly energetic, Nance’s date.(“Eat Your Heart Out” role.). Colin:male, 17, all ethnicities, Evie’s friend,he’s hip and nerdy all at once. (“EatYour Heart Out” role.). Micah: male, 16,all ethnicities, sensitive, intellectual,curious, faithful. (“How the WorldBegan” role.). Gene: male, 60-69, allethnicities, Micah’s guardian.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldJan. 27 from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at Actors’Equity Building, 557 W. Randolph St.,Member Center; 1st Floor, Chicago, IL,60661.••Appointments will be taken by theEquity office beginning Jan. 21 at 9:30a.m. Call (312) 641-0406 9:30 a.m.-12:30p.m. and 3-4:30 p.m. only. EPA rules arein effect; a monitor will be provided.Prepare one contemporary monologuenom ore than 2 minutes. Bring pix &resumes, stapled together.••Pays: $225.25 min./act. Equity CATTier 1 Contract.‘The Big Test’••Casting for “The Big Test.”Entertainment supervisor states:“LEGOLAND California is currentlyseeking gymnasts for our popular stuntshow – ‘The Big Test.’ ‘The Big Test’ is apark staple and favorite, which hasbeen running since the park opened in1999. The wacky members Fun Townare preparing to take their final test tosee if they can become official volunteerfirefighters. Mayhem ensues andthe Fire Chief must try to control thisinexperienced group. The productionteaches fire safety through slapstickantics and high energy gymnastics.”••Company: LEGOLAND California.Staff: Shawn Greiner, entertainmentsupervisor.••Rehearsals and performances are ongoingas this is a year round productionin Carlsbad, CA.••Seeking—Gymnastic Performer: males& females, 18-30, all ethnicities, qualifiedapplicants must be experiencedgymnasts, with the ability to performthe following: dive roll, round-off backhandspringback tuck or round-off backtuck, aerial (girls), back handspring(series) standing or from round off,giants, basic standard mini trampskills, jump turn, straddle jump (frontand side), branni, front tuck, front pike;acting and/or dance experience is helpfulbut we will train the right people.Note: Weekday availability is a must.••Seeking submissions nationwide.••Send submissions to auditions@legoland.com.••Auditions will be scheduled by privateappointment. For an audition appointment,email auditions@legoland.com.••Pays $21/hr. for all rehearsals andperformances.plays Musicals<strong>backstage</strong>.com upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | Charts<strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 <strong>backstage</strong> 37
casting National/Regionalplays Musicals‘The Hound of the Baskervilles’*New Date*••Casting “The Hound of theBaskervilles” as part of the <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> NewHarmony Theatre summer season.••Company: University of SouthernIndiana/New Harmony Theatre. Staff:Elliot Wasserman, producing artisticdir.; Eric Altheide, resident assoc. dir.;Angela Torres, managing/marketingdir.••Rehearsals begin June 24; runs July11-20 in Evansville, IN.••Seeking—Three Male Comedic Actors:male, 39-64, all ethnicities, with improvisationalability, who can play numerousroles, including women; must beadept at physical comedy, a range ofdialect, and lightning fast delivery.This is a comic version of the Holmesstory, in the same vein as “The 39Steps.”••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldJan. 25 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. (by appointmentonly) at University of SouthernIndiana, 8600 University Boulevard,(LL of the Technology Center on campus),Evansville, IN, 47712.••For an audition appointment, call (812)465-1635, Tues.-Fri. from 9:30 a.m.-3:30p.m. EPA Rules are in effect. A monitorwill not be provided. The producer willrun all aspects of this audition.Performers of all ethnic and racial backgroundsare encouraged to attend.••Prepare a brief monologue under twominutes or a one minute monologue &16 bars of a song. Total audition shouldnot exceed two minutes. If singing,bring sheet music; accompanist provided.For those singing, theatre prefersauditioning with the final verse &chorus of the “The Fantasticks.” Note:NYC EPAs will be held Jan. 29.••Pays $600/wk. Equity LOA ref. to LORTContract.‘The Shoplifters’••Casting “The Shoplifters.”••Company: Arena Stage. Staff: MorrisPanych, dir.; Amelia Acosta Powell,casting dir.••Rehearsals begin Aug. 5; runs approx.Sept. 11-Oct. 26 in Washington, DC.••Seeking—Otto: male, 60-69, all ethnicities,buff, but not good-looking. Has abrooding exterior, but a soft interior.Phyllis: female, 30-39, all ethnicities,nervous, bordering on a little crazed.Dom: male, 20-29, all ethnicities, volatile,ADD, overexcitable. Innocent, buteasily flips into a dangerous frenzy.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldFeb. 13 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. (lunch from1:30-2:30 p.m.) at Arena Stage, 11<strong>01</strong> 6thStreet SW, Washington, DC, 20024.••No appointment necessary. AEA memberswill be seen on a first come, firstserved basis. Equity monitor will not beprovided. The producer will run allaspects of this audition. Prepare a shortmonologue. Bring pix & resume, stapledtogether. Bring your Equity membershipcard. For more information,visit www.arenastage.org.••Pays: $812 min./wk. Equity LORT Non-Rep Contract. .Visit <strong>backstage</strong>.com/castingfor full character breakdowns, scriptsides and more casting noticesMusicals‘Mamma Mia!’••Casting “’Mamma Mia!.” Synopsis: Thesongs of the pop group ABBA providethe score for this romantic comedy thatcontrasts the dreams and desires of ayoung woman about to become a bridewith those of her mother, a free spirit ofthe 70s who never married. The showtakes place at a taverna on a Greekisland.••Company: Mamma Mia! Las Vegas.Staff: Judy Craymer, Richard East andBjorn Ulvaeus for Littlestar in associationwith Universal Music, prods.;Benny Andersson & Bjorn Ulvaeus,music & lyrics; Catherine Johnson,book; Phyllida Lloyd, dir.; MarthaBanta, assoc. dir.; Eric Woodall, residentdir.; Anthony Van Laast, choreo.;Janet Rothermel, assoc. choreo.; MartinKoch, music supervisor; DavidHolcenberg, assoc. music supervisor;Bespoke Theatricals, general mgr.; TaraRubin Casting, casting dir.••Rehearsals begin March 31 in NYC andApril 28 in Las Vegas. Previews beginMay 8; opens May 16 in Las Vegas, NV.••Seeking—Donna: female, 35-45, all ethnicities,the mother of a 20 year old,attractive and free-spirited. A formerlead singer in a group called “Donnaand the Dynamos” who now owns andruns a hotel/casino on a Greek island. Astrong feminist who also has a zany andvulnerable side. Sophie: female, 18-25,all ethnicities, a very special youngwoman who is determined to find theromance and happiness she feelseluded her mother. Has a wild, zanyspirit even though she pursues a conventionalmarriage. Pop soprano.Tanya: female, 35-45, all ethnicities, aformer singer in the “Dynamos.” Rich,sophisticated, acerbic, funny, andwitty. Rosie: female, 35-45, all ethnicities,also a former singer in the“Dynamos” who now writes for andruns a feminist press. She’s confident,strong, and funny on the outside butshy underneath. Kooky and fun, goodcomic actress, bit of a clown. Actresswho sings. Sam: male, 35-45, all ethnicities,may be Sophie’s father. LeftDonna 20 years ago because he wasengaged to another woman. Charming,successful architect. Actor who sings.Baritone. Harry: male, 35-45, all ethnicities,may be Sophie’s father. Britishfinancier, wealthy, buttoned-up, andconservative but trying to reconnectwith his freer, youthful self. Must beable to do a very convincing Englishaccent. Also an actor who sings. Highbaritone, tenor. Bill: male, 35-45, allethnicities, may be Sophie’s father. Atravel writer with no possessions orstrings. Good-natured, always ready foradventure. Funny, preferably a big orimposing man. Should be a very goodactor who sings. Sky : male, 20-29, allethnicities, Sophie’s fiance. Athletic,attractive--has given up his life as asuccessful young businessman in orderto make over Donna’s taverna andmarry Sophie.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldJan. 31 from 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (sign-inbegins at 8:30 a.m.; lunch from 1-2 p.m.)at Backstage Dance Studios, 3425Backstage Blvd, Las Vegas, NV, 89121.••EPA Rules are in effect. A monitor willnot be provided. The producer will runall aspects of this audition.Be preparedto sing a contemporary pop song. Bringsheet music. An accompanist will beprovided. Bring pix & resume, stapledtogether. The cast should be quirky andoffbeat; we are not seeking obviousmusical theater performers. Actors whosing and move work best in this show.All artists should have a rock sound andbe able to move well.••Equity Special Casino Contract,pending.‘Pump Boys and Dinettes’••Seeking strong Equity actors who haveimpeccable comic timing for “PumpBoys and Dinettes.” All must be highlyproficient musicians with an understandingof country music. “Pump Boys& Dinettes” tells the story of four menwho work at a gas station on Highway57 in North Carolina, and the two sisterswho are waitresses at the DoubleCupp Diner next door. It is performed ina comfortable yet musically precisestyle that emphasizes virtuosity, range,and character. The four Pump Boys playinstruments to a high professional levelthroughout, and the Cupp Sisters joinin on percussion plus other instrumentsas able. All musicians should beable to improvise very well in a country,bluegrass, rock and roll stylings.strong actors who have impeccablecomic timing. All must be highly proficientmusicians with an understandingof country music. All must be excellentsingers with a wide range that can handlepowerful solos and intricate harmonieswith rhythmical precision. Allshould be able to move well and handlechoreography with ease. Some tapexperience is desired for L.M., Rhetta,and Prudie. Actors who can play multipleinstruments are highly desirable.Possible instruments include: acousticand electric guitar, bass, piano, fiddle,mandolin, banjo, ukelele, accordion,various percussion (tamb, shakers, alsofound objects/props onstage), anddobro.••Company: Arts Center of CoastalCarolina. Staff: Dir: Robert J. Farley,dir.; Jeffrey Biering, musical dir;Richard Feldman, general mgr.;Conceived & written by John Foley,Mark Hardwick, Debra Monk, CassMorgan, John Schimmel, and JimWann.••Rehearsals begin May 27; runs June20-July 29, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> in Hilton Head Island,SC.••Seeking—Jackson: male, 25-35, all ethnicities,traditionally, he is the lead guitarist(country style) of the Pump Boys;referred to as Lover Boy, the ladies likehim; a strong singer, able to sing tightharmonies, and mostly sings the topline in the music; will be asked to preparethe song “Mona” from the showboth vocally and on guitar. Jim: male,25-35, all ethnicities, the front man ofthe Pump Boys; traditionally, he playsrhythm guitar (country style); musthave the ability to chat with the audiencein a very easy way; the storytellerof the evening, he introduces us to theother characters; a strong singer, able tosing tight harmonies, and mostly singsthe middle line in the music. Will beasked to prepare the song “Highway57” from the show both vocally and onguitar. L.M.: male, 25-40, all ethnicities,the piano player (country/honkytonkstyle) of the Pump Boys; also couldplay accordion. they say women gravitatetowards L.M., but that only makeshim suspicious; strong singer, able tosing tight harmonies; tap dancing skillsare a plus. Eddie: male, 30-45, all ethnicities,bass player - preferably electricand upright; knows cars, car repair andthat’s about it; quiet, shy, a bit dense---but just might be the smartest guy inthe room. Rhetta Cupp: female, 20-30,all ethnicities, a Dinette who works atthe Double Cupp Diner, and the oldersister of Prudie; a mother of two, sheremains single; full of life, feisty, a firebrandwho can sing, dance, and, ofcourse, make great pie; prefer ability toplay instruments; strong singer, beltand soul, and sings bottom line. PrudieCupp: female, 20-30, all ethnicities, aDinette who works at the Double CuppDiner, and the younger sister of Rhetta;like her sister, she is also full of characterand fun, yet quiet and shy comparedto her older sister she can sing, dance,and make great pie; needs to have percussiveskills; prefer ability to playinstruments; strong singer, mix, singstop line.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldFeb. 10 from 1-8 p.m. (no scheduledbreak) at Arts Center of CoastalCarolina, Black Box Theater, 14 ShelterCove Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC.••Send submissions to casting@artshhi.com.••For an appointment, email GailRagland or call (843) 686-3945 ext. <strong>23</strong>6(Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.). Equity memberswithout appointments seen astime permits. A monitor will not be provided;the producer will run all aspectsof this audition. Be prepared with 32bars of a song either from the show orin the style of the show. Bring pix &resumes, stapled together.Accompanist provided. Any and allinstruments that actors can play shouldbe brought to first audition. Piano andamp will be provided.••Pays: $448/wk. Equity SPT Level 7Contract.‘The Fantasticks’ *New Date*••Casting “The Fantasticks” as part ofthe <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> New Harmony Theatre summerseason.••Company: University of SouthernIndiana/New Harmony Theatre. Staff:Elliot Wasserman, producing artisticdir.; Eric Altheide, resident assoc. dir.;Angela Torres, managing/marketingdir.••Rehearsals begin July 18; runs July25-Aug. 3 in Evansville, IN.••Seeking—El Gallo (the Narrator/Bandit): male, 18-64, all ethnicities, hasa rich and romantic baritone, he mightbe Errol Flynn with a sardonic undertone,or simply an actor submitting toplay Errol Flynn who was tossed out ofthe first pile of submissions. Matt (theBoy): male, 13-19, all ethnicities, ahandsome youth; fine tenor. Luisa (theGirl): female, 13-19, all ethnicities,lovely, innocent; soprano. 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National/Regional castingnicities, a middle-aged character actor,the Boy’s father, an older song anddance man. Bellamy (the Girl’s father):male, 30-64, all ethnicities, middleagedcharacter actor, an older song anddance man. Henry (the Old Actor):male, 18-64, all ethnicities, a parody ofthe thespians of old, a “tattered coatupon a stick”. Mortimer: male, 18-64,all ethnicities, the man who dies, anactor, pretending to be an Indian, aphysical comic. The Mute: males &females, 18-64, all ethnicities, who attimes acts the part of the Wall; pantomimeskills.••Equity Principal Auditions will be heldJan. 25 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. (by appointmentonly) at University of SouthernIndiana, 8600 University Boulevard,(LL of the Technology Center on campus),Evansville, IN, 47712.••For an audition appointment, call(812) 465-1635, Tues.-Fri. from 9:30a.m.-3:30 p.m. EPA Rules are ineffect. A monitor will not be provided.The producer will run all aspectsof this audition. Performers of all ethnicand racial backgrounds are encouragedto attend.••Prepare a brief monologue under twominutes or a one minute monologue &16 bars of a song. Total audition shouldnot exceed two minutes. If singing,bring sheet music; accompanist provided.For those singing, theatre prefersauditioning with the final verse &chorus of the “The Fantasticks.” Note:NYC EPAs will be held Jan. 29.••Pays $600/wk. Equity LOA ref. to LORTContract.Chorus Calls‘Godspell’••Casting “Godspell.”••Company: Marriott Theatre inLincolnshire. Staff: Aaron Thielen, leadartistic dir.; Matt Raftery, dir./choreo.;Ryan T. Nelson, music dir.; PeterMarston Sullivan, artistic assoc.••Rehearsal begins May 12; runs June4-Aug. 10, <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> in Lincolnshire, IL.••Seeking—Dancer/Singer/Actors: males& females, 18+, all ethnicities, all rolesrequire singing.••Equity Chorus Calls will be held Jan.28 at 2 p.m. (sign-in, 1:30 p.m.; females)and at 4 p.m. (sign-in , 3:30 p.m.; males)at Marriott Rehearsal Hall, 1342 BarclayBlvd., Buffalo Grove, IL, 60089.••Chorus rules are in effect. A monitorwill be provided.••Be warmed up and ready. Bring charactershoes and dance sneakers, plus 16bars up-tempo and ballad with sheetmusic in your key; an accompanist willbe provided. Bring headshot andresume.••Pays $687/wk. min. Equity SpecialAgreement.‘Mamma Mia!,’ Dancers••Casting “’Mamma Mia!.” Synopsis: Thesongs of the pop group ABBA providethe score for this romantic comedy thatcontrasts the dreams and desires of ayoung woman about to become a bridewith those of her mother, a free spirit ofthe 70s who never married. The showtakes place at a taverna on a Greekisland.••Company: Mamma Mia! Las Vegas.Staff: Judy Craymer, Richard East andBjorn Ulvaeus for Littlestar in associationwith Universal Music, prods.;Benny Andersson & Bjorn Ulvaeus,music & lyrics; Catherine Johnson,book; Phyllida Lloyd, dir.; MarthaBanta, assoc. dir.; Eric Woodall, residentdir.; Anthony Van Laast, choreo.;Janet Rothermel, assoc. choreo.; MartinKoch, music supervisor; DavidHolcenberg, assoc. music supervisor;Bespoke Theatricals, general mgr.; TaraRubin Casting, casting dir.••Rehearsals begin March 31 in NYC andApril 28 in Las Vegas. Previews beginMay 8; opens May 16 in Las Vegas, NV.••Seeking—Dancers : males & females,18-25, all ethnicities, strong dancerswith a contemporary, hip look whosing well. Some featured maleensemble roles have dance specialtiesfor which Russian split jumpsand acrobatics are a plus.••Equity Chorus Calls will be held Feb. 1at 2 p.m. (female dancers; sign-inbegins at 1:30 p.m.) and at 3:30 p.m.(male dancers; sign-in begins at 3:30p.m.) at Backstage Dance Studios, 3425Backstage Blvd., Las Vegas, NV, 89121.••Chorus rules are in effect. A monitorwill not be provided. The producer willrun all aspects of this audition. Bewarmed up and ready to dance at timeof the call. Women, bring flat danceshoes or dance sneakers, street clothes& wear little to no makeup. Men, bringflat dance shoes or dance sneakers andstreet clothes. Bring sheet music to acontemporary pop song and your bookof music, as you may be asked to stayand sing. Bring pix & resume, stapledtogether. Dancers of all races and ethnicbackgrounds are encouraged toattend this call.••Equity Special Casino Contract,pending.‘Mamma Mia!,’ Singers••Casting “’Mamma Mia!.” Synopsis: Thesongs of the pop group ABBA providethe score for this romantic comedy thatcontrasts the dreams and desires of ayoung woman about to become a bridewith those of her mother, a free spirit ofthe 70s who never married. The showtakes place at a taverna on a Greekisland.••Company: Mamma Mia! Las Vegas.Staff: Judy Craymer, Richard East andBjorn Ulvaeus for Littlestar in associationwith Universal Music, prods.;Benny Andersson & Bjorn Ulvaeus,music & lyrics; Catherine Johnson, book;Phyllida Lloyd, dir.; Martha Banta,assoc. dir.; Eric Woodall, resident dir.;Anthony Van Laast, choreo.; JanetRothermel, assoc. choreo.; Martin Koch,music supervisor; David Holcenberg,assoc. music supervisor; BespokeTheatricals, general mgr.; Tara RubinCasting, casting dir.••Rehearsals begin March 31 in NYC andApril 28 in Las Vegas. Previews beginMay 8; opens May 16 in Las Vegas, NV.••Seeking—Singers: males & females,18-45, all ethnicities, strong contemporarysingers of all sizes who move well tocomprise the ensemble and understudythe principals. All should have a greatAuditionHighlightsNational/regionalFri., Jan. 24‘Cole Porter’s GreatestHits’ (also 1/28)‘Damn Yankees’ (also 1/28)‘How to Succeed in Business...’‘Sesame Street Live’ Nat’l Tour‘The Tempest’ & ‘TheComedy of Errors’‘They’re Playing Our Song’Sat., Jan. 25‘Addie’s Wash & Fold’‘America’s Got Talent’ (also 1/26)‘Bat-Hamlet’›‘Faust’‘Last of the Red Hot Lovers’‘The Fantasticks’‘The Gin Game’ (also 1/26)‘The Hound of the Baskervilles’‘They’re Playing Our Song’Dollywood <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> SeasonValentín ProjectsSun., Jan. 26‘Orlando’ (also 1/27)‘Star Trek: The Rack of Khan’Hope Summer Repertory TheatreFor the full auditions calendar,visit <strong>backstage</strong>.com/auditionsrock sound and be able to move well.••Equity Chorus Calls will be held Feb. 1at 10 a.m. (sign-in begins at 9:30 a.m.) atBackstage Dance Studios, 3425Backstage Blvd, Las Vegas, NV, 89121.••Chorus rules are in effect. A monitorwill be not be provided; producer runsall aspects of this call. Be prepared tosing a contemporary pop song. Bringsheet music; an accompanist will be provided.Bring pix & resume, stapledtogether.••Equity Special Casino Contract,pending.Feature Films‘Cell’••Casting background for the featurefilm, “Cell,” based on a Stephen Kingstory and starring Samuel L. Jackson &John Cusack. Project description:“When a mysterious cell phone signalcauses apocalyptic chaos, an artist isdetermined to reunite with his youngson in New England.”••Company: Extras Casting Atlanta.Staff: Tod Williams (“ParanormalActivity 2”), dir. Adam Alleca, writer.••Shooting through February in Atlanta,GA.••Seeking—Endurance and TrailRunners: males & females, 18-64, allethnicities. Dancers: males & females,18-64, all ethnicities, people withmovement and possibly even somestunt experience. Teenagers: males &females, 18-20, all ethnicities, to lookyounger that have some set experience.Samuel L. Jackson Photo Double: male,18-64, African American, AfricanAmerican male around 6’2 and baldwith stand in experience.••Seeking submissions from GA.••Send submissions to cellextras@gmail.com.••Send two clear recent photos (one headshot & one full-length), and all contactinfo.••Some pay.‘The Undertow’••Casting for the feature film “TheUndertow.” Project description: “A darkand gritty crime story that revolvesaround the underworld of human traffickingand illegal drug distributionalong the Texas and Mexican corridor.”••Company: Digital Thunderdome. Staff:Mikel Antonio Flores, writer-dir.; ScottHansen, prod.••Shooting February 3-28, in Austin,Houston, and San Antonio, TX.••Seeking—Adrian: male, 30-39,Hispanic, intense look, rough aroundthe edges, athletic build, light facialhair, long to medium hair okay, (willhave to go clean cut for last days ofshoot). Tyler: male, 20-29, Caucasian,good looking and charming, lacksstreet smarts. Special Agent Morris:male, 45-54, Caucasian, loud, abrasiveand over confident, strict father figuretype. Cartel Gunmen: male, 18-64,Hispanic. Bodyguards: male, 18-64, allethnicities. Background Fed Agents:males & females, 25-64, all ethnicities.••Seeking submissions from TX.••Send submissions to theundertowfilm@gmail.com.••Deferred pay, plus credit, DVD copy,meals, snacks, and beverages will beprovided.Short Films‘If We Fall’••Casting a post-apocalyptic dramaticshort, “If We Fall,” which follows adetermined survivor as he struggles tokeep the cultural legacy of humanityalive by building, operating anddefending a make-shift high-frequencyradio beacon. His singular purpose is topreserve the signal of modern civilizationbegan by the first terrestrial radio,the cosmic proof that the human raceexists. His story is a brutal struggle tofight starvation, cancer, depression andrival survivors amid the ruins of anecological apocalypse.••Company: Panchea. Staff: SebastianBarbera dir.••Shoots February in NYC.••Seeking—The Keeper: male, 35-50,Caucasian, African American, a formerengineer, a builder of radio telescopes,a man of science who devoted himselfto the search for extraterrestrial life, abrilliant and respected intellectual,MusicalsFilm<strong>backstage</strong>.com upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | Charts<strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 <strong>backstage</strong> 39
casting National/RegionalFilm TV & video commercial Modeling Varietypossessed by the grandeur of the universeand the quest to explore it. nowhe is a starving cancer ridden survivorwho spends his days desperately handcranking an electromagnet to power acosmic SOS signal, alone, surroundedby death and the failure of civilization,he survives and perseveres clinging tohis obsession.••Seeking submissions nationwide.••Apply on Backstage.com.••Travel, food, room/board, and a modestday rate for the lead.Scripted TV & Video‘Fresh Off the Boat’••Casting “Fresh Off the Boat,” a TV pilot.Synopsis: Based on the memoir by EddieHuang, an Asian-American familymoves from multi-ethnic Washington,D.C. to an all-white suburban neighborhoodin Orlando, FL and pretty mucheveryone is having culture shock.••Company: 20th Century Fox/ABC. Staff:Jessica Daniels, East Coast casting dir.;TBD, dir.••Shoots Spring <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> in L.A.••Seeking—Gary Huang: male, 7-9, Asian,to play 9, the baby of the family, a “totalmama’s boy tattle-tale,” a “tiny narc.”Note: Series regular. Freddy Huang:male, 10-11, Asian, to play 11, Eddie’syounger brother, idolizes Eddie, will doanything for him, even taking the blamefor Eddie’s bad behavior. Note: Seriesregular. Eddie Huang: male, 11-14,Asian, to play 12, a well-meaning, likablekid, a recent transplant fromWashington, D.C., now living in homogenized,all-white Orlando, FL, where hisdad is opening a restaurant, clearly nothappy about being uprooted in the middleof the school year, but is trying hisbest to fit in, make friends and beaccepted, so far, it’s not exactly working,a first-generation American, Eddieembodies that transition between theold school traditions of his parents andthe new school world of strip malls andAir Jordans, a big hip-hop fan, he identifieswith the outsider nature of themusic and uses it as an anthem in hiseveryday life, series arc is about Eddiefinding his niche in this new place.Note: Series regular.••Seeking submissions from NY, MD, PA,GA, MA, IL, LA, DC, FL, MI, OH, TN, MO,RI, CT and NJ.••Apply on Backstage.com.••Submit headshot and resume includingyour name, height, DOB, phone number,email and a short video (under one min.)introducing yourself and telling a jokeby Jan. 24, 6 p.m. (EST) If you have a clipor short reel, feel free to upload that aswell.••Note: We are only accepting submissionsthat fit the breakdown (boys ofAsian descent) all submissions notmeeting this description will not beopened.••This project is signatory withSAG-AFTRA.Visit <strong>backstage</strong>.com/castingfor full character breakdowns, scriptsides and more casting noticesMusic VideosSummer Swells Video••Casting a music video for the bandSummer Swells, in which a man getstrapped inside a storage facility andvarious vignettes play out in the units.••Company: Rebel Hound. Staff: SamTackman, prod.••Shoots Jan. 26-29 in Austin, TX.••Seeking—Actress: female, 50-65, allethnicities, an alluring lady in a reddress, she will be carried into a storageunit by the protagonist and lockedinside but will reappear later in thevideo. Actress #2: female, <strong>23</strong>-30, allethnicities, angelic, plays an autoharp.••Seeking submissions from TX.••Send submissions to samtackman@gmail.com.••For more info, visit www.summerswells.com.••No pay, but credit, snacks, and beveragesprovided.MultimediaOfferUp App, Web Video••Casting a simple instructional webvideo which walks through the featuresof the app, OfferUp.••Company: Frank Frank Frank. Staff:Brandon O’Larey, dir.••Shoots early February in Seattle, WA.••Seeking—Buyer: female, 26-38, allethnicities, in this role you willdirectly speak to the camera and walkthe audience through the main featuresof the app (see storyboard andvideo example), must be modern andconfident but is also natural in herdelivery (this is for the web not TV sowe don’t want it to feel commercial).Interested Buyer: female, 21-45, allethnicities, this role has no dialog (seestoryboard) but actor will appear frontand center on camera, must be able todo a lot with facial and bodyexpressions.••Seeking submissions from WA.••Apply on Backstage.com.••Submit pix and relevant links to previouswork.••Pays $300/day, plus meals.Local CommercialsCommercial Series••Casting a series of commercials.••Company: Remington College.••Shoot is ongoing beginning Februaryin Lake Mary, FL.••Seeking—Host: males & females, 18-34,all ethnicities, must be able to read ateleprompter, due to tight deadlinestalent must be close to the Sanford/Lake Mary area for reshoots.••Seeking submissions from FL.••Send submissions to talent@remingtoncollege.edu.••Submit pix and reel links (bothrequired for consideration) to talent@remingtoncollege.edu.••Compensation is TBD.Print ModelingBravura & Bravura Kids PrintShoot••Casting a print photo shoot for clothingline Bravura, that is similar to thefashion brand H&M. Casting dir.explains the brand is “hip, trendy, fashionforward and affordable.”••Company: Global One Vegas.••Shooting February in Las Vegas, NV.••Seeking—Female Teen: female, 16-19,all ethnicities, size 0-6, no heightrequirement. Male Teen: male, 14-18,all ethnicities, 5’6”+. Female Child:female, 8-12, all ethnicities, size 8, 10 or12, no height requirement. Male Child:male, 8-12, all ethnicities, size 8/10 or12/14, no height requirement. MaleModel: male, 20-40, all ethnicities, size38-42R, 5’10”+. Female Beauty Model:female, 25-35, all ethnicities, size 0-6,no height requirement.••Seeking submissions from NV.••Send submissions to globalonevegas@gmail.com.••Pays $1,000/day for adults, $750/daychildren (one day shoot), plus fitting$150/day. Usage is for one year webusage.Musicians &ComposersCirque du Soleil,Instrumentalists and Singers••Cirque du Soleil is seeking professionalmusicians with stage experienceand versatility for live performances inits resident and touring shows. From agroup of 20 street performers at itsbeginnings in 1984, Cirque du Soleil is amajor Quebec-based organization providinghigh-quality artistic entertainment.The company has more than4,000 employees from over 55 differentcountries, including more than a 1,300artists. Cirque du Soleil has broughtwonder and delight to more than 100million spectators in over 300 cities onfive continents. In <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>, Cirque duSoleil will present 19 shows simultaneouslythroughout the world.••Company: Cirque du Soleil.••Rehearsal and production dates &locations are TBD.••Seeking—Singers: males & females,18-50, all ethnicities, all voice typesand styles. Bandleaders: males &females, 18-50, all ethnicities, keyboardinstruments, stringed instruments,wind instruments, percussion instruments;multi-instrumentalists.••Seeking submissions nationwide.••Apply online at cirquedusoleil.com/jobs.••Pay is TBD.Gay 80’s Tribute Band••Seeking members for a gay 80s dancetribute band. Executive Producerstates: “The band is professionally produced,and the presentation, while notscripted or tightly choreographed, fallsalong the lines of a ‘show.’ The tributeband primarily plays gay 80s dancemusic. The music is a hybrid of live performancewith extensive use of preprogrammedloops and beats. Our planis to ‘workshop’ the show with additional‘cast members’ over the next sixweeks, then test it, and market it.”••Company: GETB. Staff: ChristopherKush, exec. prod./dir.••Rehearses Wednesday evenings; runsevenings and weekends in Washington,D.C. (Upper NW), Bethesda and/orKensington, MD.••Seeking—Band Members: males &females, 18+, all ethnicities, must lookthe part, be comfortable, excited, andcompelling as a live entity on stage, roleinvolves some keyboard playing butdoes not require significant musicalability, possibilities for backing vocals,dance moves, and improv dependingon the cast, must enjoy live performing,and be comfortable in gay bars.••Seeking submissions from DC.••Send submissions to kush@soapboxconsulting.com.••Pay is TBD, depending on contracts forperformances; $25/hr. provided forweekly 2-hr. rehearsalsDANCERSGiordano Dance Chicago••Giordano Dance Chicago is holdingauditions. GDC consists of ten dancers -five men, and five women. The companytours nationally andinternationally.••Company: Giordano Dance Chicago.Staff: Sarah Seeber, administrativeasst.••Rehearses and performs Aug. <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>-May 2<strong>01</strong>5. Rehearsals held in Chicago,IL and tours nationally andinternationally.••Seeking—Male and Female Dancers:males & females, 20-35, all ethnicities,with strong ballet and jazz technique;must be at least 22 years of age to beconsidered for the main company.Note: Giordano II positions are availablestarting at 20 years of age. Thoughunpaid, Giordano II rehearses with theCompany daily, and learns theGiordano repertoire.••Auditions will be held Feb. 2 from 11:15a.m.-3 p.m. (optional class with NanGiordano at 10 a.m. for $15) atAuditorium Theatre of RooseveltUniversity’s Katten-Landau Studio, 425South Wabash Ave., #413, Chicago, IL,60605.••Bring an 8X10 headshot, resume, references,ballet and jazz shoes, and a $10audition fee (cash only). For information,visit giordanodance.org.••Salaried nonunion contracts areoffered for those 22 years old and up.Note: There is a $10 registration fee..Cruise LinesHolland America, Corp. Events,and Theme Parks, Performers••Casting for Holland America Line, corporateevents, and theme parks.Casting Director states: “RWS andAssociates is an EMMY® Award-40 <strong>backstage</strong> <strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | Charts<strong>backstage</strong>.com
National/Regional castingwinning full service entertainmentproduction company located in theheart of NYC’s Times Square. RWS andAssociates provides custom entertainmentprogramming for clients includingHolland America Line, Hard RockResorts, Hersheypark, Cedar Point,Macy’s, Kohl’s, and WestfieldProperties. RWS and Associates isNorth America’s largest provider ofbranded stage shows and experiencesincluding CBS Television’s ‘Survivor’and ‘The Amazing Race.’”••Company: RWS and AssociatesEntertainment Inc. Staff: Ryan Stana,exec. prod.; Franklyn Warfield, castingdir.••Contracts for Holland America Line,corporate events, and theme parks runthroughout <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>.••Seeking—Singers, Dancers, Singer/Dancer/Actors, Musicians, StuntPerformers, and Specialty Acts: males& females, 18-40, all ethnicities, mustbe over the age of 18 (over 21 forHolland America Line), Equity and non-Equity, with dynamic personalities,who are comfortable with variousmusic/vocal/dance styles and are ableto entertain by connecting with anaudience, theme park, cruise ship, andchildren’s theater credits are a plus.••Auditions will be held by appt. Feb. 2 at10 a.m. (singers ) and at 4 p.m. (dancer)at Point Park University, 2<strong>01</strong> Wood St.,Pittsburgh, PA.••For an appointment, email auditions@RWSandAssociates.com.••An accompanist will be provided.Audition preparation details will begiven when appointment is made.••For more info, visit www.RWSandAssociates.com.••Pays $425-$1,200/wk.STILETTO EntertainmentDancers, TN••Casting dancers for production showsperforming onboard Holland AmericaLine’s luxury vessels with worldwideitineraries.••Company: STILETTO Entertainment.Staff: James Nadeau & JodieStinebaugh, casting dirs.••Performances take place on an ongoingbasis aboard Holland America’scruise ships, which travel worldwide.••Seeking—Male Dancers: male, 20+, allethnicities, 5’6”-6’3”, suit size 36-42,with athletic and toned bodies, musthave strong technique in jazz, ballet,tap, and hip-hop, also must have partneringexperience, and gymnastics andacting skills a plus. Female Dancers:female, 20+, all ethnicities, 5’2”-5’10”,dress size 0-6, with athletic and tonedbodies, must have strong technique injazz, ballet, tap, and hip-hop, also musthave partnering experience, and pointeand acting skills a plus (bring pointeshoes to the auditions, if applicable).••Auditions will be held Feb. 11 at 10 a.m.(for dancers; sign-in at 9 a.m.) atMadison Dance Studio, 1555 MadisonAve., Memphis, TN, 38104.••Dancers: You will be taught a challengingcombination; wear dance attire thatshows off your body (do not wear baggyclothes); all dancers must wear danceshoes (no bare feet or socks).••Auditions are also held throughout theyear at various locations across the U.S.and U.K., and audition-video submissionsare accepted from across theworld; for video-demo submissiondetails and a complete list of auditiondates, times, and locations, visit www.stilettotheatricals.com.••Note: All performers must be 20+ toapply, and must meet the listed heightand physical requirements at the timeof the audition.••Eight-month contracts with pay,travel, and lodging provided. No cruisestaff duties required.STILETTO Entertainment, MD,OK & PA••Casting singers, singer-dancers, anddancers for production shows performingonboard Holland America Line’sluxury vessels with worldwideitineraries.••Company: STILETTO Entertainment.Staff: James Nadeau & JodieStinebaugh, casting dirs.••Performances take place on an ongoingbasis aboard Holland America’scruise ships, which travel worldwide.••Seeking—Male Singers Who Move Well:male, 21+, all ethnicities, 5’10”- 6’3”,suit size 36-42, tenors/bari-tenors witha solid G and developed falsetto, withthe ability to sing contemporary legit,strong acting and harmonizing skills amust. Female Singers Who Move Well:female, 21+, all ethnicities, 5’4”-5”9”,dress sizes 2-8, strong belt/mix, withthe ability to sing contemporary legit,strong acting and harmonizing skills amust. Male Singers Who Dance: male,21+, all ethnicities, 5’7”-6’3”, suit size36-42, tenors/bari-tenors with a solid Gand developed , with the ability to singcontemporary legit, strong acting andharmonizing skills a must, advanceddance experience a must. FemaleSingers Who Dance: female, 21+, allethnicities, 5’2”-5’9”, strong belt/mix,with the ability to sing contemporarylegit, strong acting and harmonizingskills a must, advanced dance experiencea must. Male Dancers: male, 21+,all ethnicities, 5’6”-6’3”, suit size 36-42,with athletic and toned bodies, musthave strong technique in jazz, ballet,tap, and hip-hop, also must have partneringexperience, and gymnastics andacting skills a plus. Female Dancers:female, 21+, all ethnicities, 5’2”-5’10”,dress size 0-6, with athletic and tonedbodies, must have strong technique injazz, ballet, tap, and hip-hop, also musthave partnering experience, and pointeand acting skills a plus (bring pointeshoes to the auditions, if applicable).••Auditions will be held Jan. 24 at 1 p.m.(for singers; sign-in at 12 p.m.) and at 5p.m. (for dancers; sign-in at 4 p.m.) atThe Dance Exchange, 7117 Maple Ave.,Takoma Park, MD, 20912. And Jan. 26at 10 a.m. (for singers; sign-in at 9 a.m.)and at 2 p.m. (for dancers; sign-in at 1p.m.) at Ballet Academy of Pittsburgh,4100 Library Rd., Pittsburgh, PA, 15<strong>23</strong>4.And Feb. 2 at 10 a.m. (for singers; signinat 9 a.m.) and at 1 p.m. (for dancers;sign-in at 12 p.m.) at Oklahoma CityUniversity, Gaylord Center, 25<strong>01</strong> N.Blackwelder Ave., Oklahoma City, OK,73106.••Singers & singer-dancers: At the auditions,you will learn a song from aSTILETTO show; for the call-backs,bring a CD player with you to learnadditional music, and be prepared tosing a Broadway song of your choice acapella; bring comfortable danceclothes in case you are asked to stay.Dancers: You will be taught a challengingcombination; wear dance attire thatshows off your body (do not wear baggyclothes); all dancers must wear danceshoes (no bare feet or socks).••Auditions are also held throughout theyear at various locations across the U.S.and U.K., and audition-video submissionsare accepted from across theworld; for video-demo submissiondetails and a complete list of auditiondates, times, and locations, visit www.stilettotheatricals.com.••Note: All performers must be 20+ toapply, and must meet the listed heightand physical requirements at the timeof the audition.••Eight-month contracts with pay,travel, and lodging provided. No cruisestaff duties required.WorkshopsBroadway Artists Alliance,National Audition Tour••BAA is seeking advanced young musicaltheatre performers for upcomingintensives, master classes, industryshowcases, and performance opportunitiesin NYC. BAA states: “Work oneon-onewith the stars and castingdirectors of your favorite Broadwayshows. Participants will study songinterpretation, audition technique, andBroadway dance with Tony Awardwinninginstructors, Broadway performers,and Broadway castingdirectors. And perform in a final showcaseat the Peter Jay Sharp Theatre inNYC!”••Company: Broadway Artists Alliance(BAA). Staff: Recent and upcomingguests include Megan Hilty, LauraOsnes, Jeremy Jordan, Sutton Foster,Jason Robert Brown, Bebe Neuwirth,Christian Borle, Norbert Leo Butz, BillyPorter, Jonathan Groff, and more.••Programs are held at Ripley GrierStudios in NYC.••Seeking—Young Performers: males &females, 8-21, all ethnicities.••Auditions will be held by appt. March 7in Phoenix, AZ. And March 8 inScottsdale, AZ. And March 9 in NorthHollywood, CA. And March 10 in LosAngeles, CA. And March 22 in Boston,MA. And March <strong>23</strong> in Toronto, ON. AndMarch 29 in Fremont, OH. And March30 in Kansas City, MO.••Selection for admission is by auditiononly. For more info, call 212-561-9429 orvisit www.broadwayartistsalliance.org.••Tuition: $125-$250 (one-day masterclass); $225-$395 (master class series);$695-$1,395 (workshop/intensive).On Camera Film Lab in D.C.••Seeking participants for a free masteron camera film lab intensive lead byJohn Pallotta in Washington D.C.••Company: John Pallotta Studio. Staff:John Pallotta, artistic dir.••The intensive will be held Jan. 28 (6-10p.m.) at 1469 Harvard Street Rear NW,Washington, D.C. A networking sessionwill be held immediately following theevent at 10 p.m. at MatchboxRestaurant, 19<strong>01</strong> 14th St NW,Washington, D.C.••Seeking—Participants: males &females, 12+, all ethnicities.••Seeking submissions from DC, MD andVA.••Send submissions to jp@johnpallotta.com.••To register, visit the Facebook inviteat: https://www.facebook.com/events/194839097391391••and email a confirmation. Bring a preparedmonologue. Company states:“We ask that all actors view his websitewww.johnpallotta.com and come preparedwith questions.”••This is a free event. Company states:“Following John’s transformationalcoaching sessions, we will hold a briefQ&A, with a focus on the trainingoffered at John Pallotta Studio in NewYork City, Washington D.C., Boston andChicago and a special offer to have youjoin us.” Pricing information forPalotta’s classes is available via company’swebsite.The Broadway ExperienceSummer Intensive NYC••Seeking musical theater students forThe Broadway Experience, an internationalmusical theater programdesigned to create and inspire triplethreat performers. Company states:“Students undergo an intense study ofdance, voice, and acting, along with amajor performance opportunity withcurrent Broadway professionals andincredible master teachers. Studentsbecome stronger, versatile and moredynamic performers, preparing themselvesfor a professional career at thehighest level.”••Company: The Broadway Experience.Staff: Ben Hartley, founder-dir.••Intensive takes place July 28-Aug. 10,<strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong> at the Manhattan Movement &Arts Center in NYC.••Seeking—Musical Theater Students:males & females, 11-22, all ethnicities.••Seeking submissions nationwide.••Send submissions to info@thebroadwayexperience.com.••To apply, visit www.thebroadwayexperience.com.A completed applicationincludes online application form, headshot,recorded audition, and an applicationfee of $25. Recorded auditionsshould provide a URL link to a videohosting website or a DVD of yourrecorded audition and include a dancecombination or individual exercisesshowing line, jumps, and turns. Youmay also submit a performance or routineif it meets these requirements.Candidates must also perform 32-64bars of a musical theater song of yourchoice. Monologues or readings will notbe required. Videos should not exceed10 minutes in length and may berecorded using a camera phone or anyrecording device. DVD’s will not bereturned unless accompanied by a selfaddressedstamped envelope. Email formore information.••No pay. Required tuition fees are $1,100for one week intensive; $2,100 for twoweeks. Includes all tuition, a cateredlunch, and one or two Broadway shows.Variety Events<strong>backstage</strong>.com upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | Charts<strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 <strong>backstage</strong> 41
marketplace eastActingACTORS CONSERVATORYLily Lodge, DirectorWe develop the actor withsense memory techniqueCall for interview 212-967-0658www.actorsconservatory.orgVoiceoverPRO ACTING CLASSES AT CAYMICHAEL PATTEN STUDIOStudy with some of the finest teachers in New York: Charles Tuthill,Carol Reynolds, Fred Waggoner, Valerie Kingston, and Caymichael Patten.Small, private, professional studio—Scene Study, On Camera, Body Dynamics,Beginning Technique, Drill, Audition.www.cpattenstudio.com 212-765-7021939 8th Ave., Ste. 206 (55th/56th)ACTING CLASSLearn to be in the moment, build confidence, take risks,connect to your breath, and make emotional connections effortlessly.monologues • scene work • cold readings • audition preparationExperienced Actor / Teacher / DirectorMidtown Studio • Sundays 3:00-7:00Marlene Wallace 646-469-3435 marhaysny@yahoo.comEXPERIENCED ACTING COACH – ALEXA KELLYPreparing monologues for an audition or Grad. School?Want to learn a Shakespeare monologue?Contemporary or Classical, learn how to presentyour monologue in a way that shows you can act.30 years of teaching, coaching and directing experience.212-695-1596 alexa@pulseensembletheatre.orgSusan Grace Cohen – Private Acting CoachBeginners - AdvancedGraduate of the Juilliard School, Faculty: The Lee Strasberg Theatre& Film Institute and a Professor at NYU/Tisch, Film & TV Dept.Former students include:James Gandolfini, Linda Hamilton, James Spader, Karen Allen,Justin Chambers, Melora Walters, Sarah Burns & Steve Buschemisgcstudio@aol.com 212-678-8515scriptwritingPLAYWRIGHTS PULSE ENSEMBLE THEATREAccepting applications for PLAYWRIGHTS' LAB.Advanced, and NEW GROUP for more Basic Level.Weekly. Professional actors reading. Ends in public presentation.Plays selected for development.212-695-1596 www.pulseensembletheatre.org<strong>backstage</strong> casting you can trustMASTER VOICE-OVERS & DEMOSNY's most professional training by individualized coaching and smallworkshop classes since 1985, with veteran national voice talentSteve Harris(ABC-TV, AT&T, ESPN, Kellogg's, Pepsi)"The Coach to VO Teachers"ALL VOICE OVER STYLES:• Spots • Animation • Promos • Trailers• Narrations • Audio Books • On Camera Technique• EXCEPTIONAL DEMOS • OVER THE PHONE TRAINING AVAILABLEVisit us at: TheArtofVoiceNY.com or CALL 212-517-8616Speech/Diction/DialectsNEW!EXPERT DIALECT AND SPEECH COACHThirty Five Years Experience Acting/Directing/Coaching in All Media.Specializing in British and European Dialects/AmericanAccents and Accent Reduction. Emphasis on Diction/Articulation,Audition Preparation and Cold Readings.KENNETH GARNER 212-697-4420Nxp , M F x (MSLI) p v N pN N v NSTAND OUT:(ACQUISITION)BLEND INNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN(REDUCTION)*AEA/SAG/AFTRA members & student discounts available*Melanie Fox: 631.220.4478, melanie@speechfox.comReach the performing arts community.Advertise your service here!Contact Jeff Serrette for rates at:email: Jeffrey.Serrette@<strong>backstage</strong>.comphone: 1-212-493-4199 fax: 1-212-493-439342 <strong>backstage</strong> <strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 <strong>backstage</strong>.com
east marketplaceSinging / Vocal CoachingVOCAL COACH/MUSICAL DIRECTOR/ARRANGERBOB STECKO, musical director/arranger for Jane Oliver, Broadway productions:“Godspell,” “Magic Show,” “La Mancha,” “Jacques “Brel,”“Beatlemania,” “Joseph,” “Hair.”PROFESSIONAL VOCAL COACHING AND ACCOMPANYING for auditions, shows,acts, recording. Lead sheets, transpositions, arrangements, demos.212-580-0399 pro.voice@yahoo.comVOCAL COACH - PIANIST/ARRANGERRECORDING STUDIOVoice Training, Auditions, Masters, Demos, VO’s. Excellent, highly experiencedprofessional: B’way, Pop, Rock, R&B, Jazz, Country, Classical. First-rate mics/equipment. Pleasant work environment, Lincoln Center area. Credits: TV, Film,Radio, B’way, Concerts, Recording. Superior work.Michael 212-787-4975ACCOMPANIST/MUSIC DIRECTORNeed a pianist? Vocal coach? Music director?I’ll find songs, music-direct shows, plays, auditions.Transcriptions, transposition, no problem!Reasonable rates.Call Stephen Cornine 212-799-7976LEARN HOW TO SING WITH NICOLA VERUSSIPROFESSIONAL SINGING VOICE DEVELOPERWith many years experience.Development of the Breathing system, Voice control, Diction,Articulation and Proper Pronunciation of the 5 basic vowels.Affordable Fee. Call Nicola Verussi 212-662-9325THEATRICAL AGENTsTHEATRICAL STAGE AGENTsBi-Coastal Talent Agency SeeksTake-No-Prisoners NY Theatrical Stage AgentsExperience mandatory with NY Stage productions, actors, choreographers,dancers, musical theatre, touring, etc.High Commission based. Email resume and cover in body of the email toinfo@affinityartists.com Job starts 1/4/14theatres / Rehearsal SpaceCHELSEA STUDIOS16 Equity-approved studios. Pianos, sprung wood floors, mirrors, free wi-fiAvailable for auditions, rehearsals, classesDaytime, evening, weekend availability AEA member discounts151 West 26th Street, 5th, 6th Floors212-924-5877 Studios@twusa.orgwww.ChelseaStudios.orgCHAMPIONS257 W. 39th/14th Fl.Elegant/newly renovated/fully air conditioned/new wood floor/elevator,high ceilings/ mirrors/Piano. Open 7 days.Rates from $10/hr. Great for Actors/Auditions/Classes, In structors, Dancers,Martial arts,etc. ALL WELCOMEchampionsstudios.com 212-307-7707Studios 353Theatre District / 48th St.Voted by Customers as EXCEPTIONAL SPACESIdeal for: Rehearsals • Auditions • Coaching • WorkshopsClasses • Warm-Ups • Readings • Concerts • Recitals • PartiesGrand & Upright Pianos • Wi-Fi • Special Rates Available • Equity Approved353 W. 48th St, 2nd Fl. 212-747-2539Studios353@aol.com Visit www.Studios353.comWe Keepsince 1960Actors Acting<strong>backstage</strong>.com <strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 <strong>backstage</strong> 43
marketplace eastprofessional servicesMusic Production ServicesIf you're a Singer, Musician or Voice-over talent, let me help youput together your recording or demo project.Over 20 yrs. experience. Full service recording studio, Major label credits,Competitive rates. All styles, Convenient Midtown Location.Please contact Kevin at 917 886 8245 or kjaz@verizon.netrentalsPicture Boat for RentIn Ft. Lauderdale, Florida2<strong>01</strong>1, 31 foot Formula SS, red hull, tan interior, full cabin with bathroom.Captain included, (Second mate available on request).Call for pictures, pricing and additional information:(954) 695-9215help wantedProducer/Playwright seekingexperienced theater General ManagerProducer/Playwright seeksexperienced Theater General ManagerRequired to arrange for Off Broadway theatre rental (Spring/Summer <strong>2<strong>01</strong>4</strong>)Also must arrange for and manage a professional staff to:produce the acclaimed play“Marty’s Back in Town”as well as other plays by Producer/Playwright.Agreed Salary and agreed percentage of net profits from said play runs.Interested parties please email a brief resume ofGeneral Manager theater experience and required salary, etc. tonorman@nshabel.com(Producer-Ebenezer’s Entertainment, LLC)The Creative House Home for the Artsis looking for:• Professional Acting Coach for children AND adults• Skilled Voice Coach• Experienced instructors for all areas of the artslet’s likePlease send resumes to creativehouseli@gmail.comfacebook.com/<strong>backstage</strong>each otherCasting You Can Trustthe new <strong>backstage</strong>.com. online now.the kids are alright<strong>backstage</strong>.com/kidsthe new <strong>backstage</strong>. online and on newsstands.44 <strong>backstage</strong> <strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 <strong>backstage</strong>.com
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CHARTED TERRITORYPlays Musicals Film TV & Video VarietyCALIFORNIATHEATER• Flyin’ West (Long Beach, Calif.) (Play) Atthe turn of the 20th century, four African-American women journey west to theall-black town of Nicodemus, Kan., to seekthe freedom promised by the end of theCivil War. Written by Pearl Cleage. Directedby Saundra McClain. Casting: MichaelDonovan, P.O. Box 349, Los Angeles, CA90078. Next EPA: Jan. 24. Runs March 14–April 6 at the International City Theatre.• A Chorus Line (Sacramento, Calif.)(Musical) Follows the audition processof dancers as they try to land a job in aBroadway show. Book by James KirkwoodJr. and Nicholas Dante. Music by MarvinHamlisch. Lyrics by Edward Kleban. Casting:Mandy Oglesby, Casting Coordinator,California Musical Theatre, 1510 J St., Ste.200, Sacramento, CA 95814. Next audition:March 14. Runs June 24–29 at theWells Fargo Pavilion.Warren BeattyAnnette BeningJosh Gadfor full listings offilm, television,and THEATERproductions inNew York, Los Angeles,and across thecountry, visit<strong>backstage</strong>.com/resourcesLOS ANGELESFILM• Untitled Warren Beatty Project AKA TheRules Don’t Apply (Drama) This film tells thestory of an affair Howard Hughes had with ayounger woman in the late years of his life. WithWarren Beatty and Annette Bening. Directedby Warren Beatty. Casting: David Rubin, FireflyCasting, 145 S. Fairfax Ave., Ste. 3<strong>01</strong>, Los Angeles,CA 90036. Shoot dates TBA in Los Angeles.PILOTS• The Comedians (Comedy, FX) A veterancomedian is reluctantly paired with a younger,edgier comedian for a late-night sketch show.With Billy Crystal and Josh Gad. Directed byLarry Charles. Casting: Allison Jones, 6<strong>01</strong> N.Larchmont Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90004.Shoot dates and location TBA.• How I Met Your Dad (Comedy, CBS) Thisshow follows a group of New York friends andchronicles a woman in the group’s quest tomeet her future husband. Casting: Marisa Ross,102<strong>01</strong> W. Pico Blvd., Bldg. 104, Ste. 200, LosAngeles, CA 90035.Be at t y: Fe aturefl ash; Bening: D Free; Gad: Helga E steb46 <strong>backstage</strong> <strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | charts<strong>backstage</strong>.com
CHICAGOTHEATER• Assistance (Play) When an awkward young woman takesa job as an assistant, she and her fellow coworkers quicklylearn that there is a cost to being successful in “the business.”Written by Leslye Headland. Directed by Joshua Aaron Weinstein.Casting: LiveWire Chicago Theatre NFP, P.O. Box 11226,Chicago, IL 60611. Runs Feb. 9–March 16 at the StorefrontTheater.• Avenue Q (Musical) The hilarious and heartfelt story of abright-eyed college grad who comes to New York City withlittle money and big dreams. Book by Jeff Whitty. Music andlyrics by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx. Directed by WalterStearns. Casting: Walter Stearns, Executive Director, MercuryTheater Chicago, 3745 N. Southport Ave., Chicago, IL 60613.Asa ButterfieldEthan HawkeHe adl and: J o e Seer; But terfield, Hawke: H elga E steb; Re ynolds: D ebby Wo n g ; MIller: s _ bukle ySOUTHEASTTHEATER• 9 To 5 (Hilton Head Island, S.C.) (Musical)Musical adaptation of the film classic. Book byPatricia Resnick. Music and lyrics by Dolly Parton.Directed and choreographed by Casey Colgan.Casting: Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head, SC 29928. Nextaudition: Feb. 19 in New York. Previews April 30.Runs May 2–25.• South Pacific (Prestonsburg, Ky.) (Musical) Twocouples fall in love while on a tropical naval baseduring WWII, but their happiness is threatened bythe realities of war and the limitations of their ownprejudices. Casting: Scott Bradley, Casting Director,Jenny Wiley Theatre, P.O. Box 22, 121 TheatreCourt, Prestonsburg, KY 41653. Next auditions:Jan. 27 and 28 in New York. Runs June 26–Aug. 1.Ryan ReynoldsSienna MIllerLeslye HeadlandNew OrleansFILM• Mississippi Grind (Drama) Facing financial hardship,Gerry teams up with a charismatic poker playernamed Curtis in an attempt to change his luck. WithBen Mendelsohn, Ryan Reynolds, and Sienna Miller.Directed by Ryan Fleck and Anna Boden. Casting:Cindy Tolan, 27 W. 20th St., Sixth Fl., New York, NY10<strong>01</strong>1. Begins shooting Jan. 29 in New Orleans.NEW YORKFILM• Ten Thousand Saints (Drama)This film follows a group of friendsand their parents navigating the sex,drugs, and punk-rock grittinessof New York City in the ’80s. WithEthan Hawke and Asa Butterfield.Directed by Shari Springer Berman andRobert Pulcini. Casting: Ann Goulder, 110 LeroySt., Third Fl., New York, NY 10<strong>01</strong>4. Beginsshooting Jan. 27 in New York.OFF-BROADWAY• Locusts Have No King (Play) Four closetedgay men get together for a dinner party and,over the course of the evening, all hell literallybreaks loose. Written by J. Julian Christopher.Directed by Niegel Smith. Casting: INTARTheatre, 500 W. 52nd St., Fourth Fl., New York,NY 10<strong>01</strong>9. Next EPA: Feb. 3. Previews March9–11. Runs May 12–June 8.NATIONAL TOUR• Million Dollar Quartet (Musical) A showinspired by a 1956 recording session withJohnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins,and Elvis Presley. Book by Colin Escott andFloyd Mutrux. Musical arrangements andsupervision by Chuck Mead. Directed by EricSchaeffer. Casting: Telsey + Company, 315 W.43rd St., New York, NY 10036. Next EPA fornational tour: Feb. 7 in New York.<strong>backstage</strong>.com upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | charts<strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14 <strong>backstage</strong> 47
By Sarah D. BuntingWhat we remember about “A FewGood Men” is, of course, notthe plot, or the fact that half ofthe working actors of the ’90sappeared in it (Cuba Gooding Jr., Noah Wyle, afetal Josh Malina, Christopher Guest). It’s JackNicholson’s much-pilloried “You can’t handlethe truth!” Certainly nobody remembers that,though it’s mightily flawed, “A Few GoodMen” is also underrated, a solidly built legalthriller—or that Tom Cruise gives one of hismore likable and relatable performances in it.Cruise portrays Lt. Daniel Kaffee, a NavyJAG lawyer laboring in the shadow of hislegendary attorney general father. Kaffeeis a classic Cruise character, a finger-gunpointingwiseacre forced to forge a newmaturity in the fires of a situation muchlarger than himself. While Kaffee must gatherhis huevos to challenge unwritten militaryrules about honor, as well as the intimidatingcigar-chomper Col. Jessup (Nicholson),Cruise is going mano a mano with an actingicon while at the same time trying to donaturalistic justice to screenwriter AaronSorkin’s trademark rapid-fire dialogue.It’s harder even than it sounds—justask Demi Moore, who at the end of onevintage-Sorkin aria-logue is left literallyout of breath—but Cruise pulls it off.More accurately, Cruise bothers pulling itoff, when he could have coasted throughthe role on movie-star autopilot, alternatinghis own patented intense glares andtoothy grins in an approximation of actualacting. I wouldn’t have blamed him:Kaffee as written is all over the place.Much is made of Kaffee’s Ivy League backgroundand lack of combat experience, forinstance. That’s a legitimate way of contrastingKaffee and the battle-hardened Jessup,but the script confuses “has never seencombat” with “is completely unfamiliar withmilitary protocols despite having completedbasic training, spent several more years inthe Navy, and presumably having seen thesame war movies as the rest of us.” SometimesKaffee flouts basic rank conventions; sometimeshe doesn’t. Sometimes Kaffee knowsarmed-forces argot; sometimes he doesn’t.It depends on what the script needs Kaffeeto be—rebel in over his head; dutiful officerexposing conduct unbecoming—or what emotionalclimax it’s retailing. Cruise smoothesover these inconsistencies so Kaffee doesn’tseem, well, like a self-destructive bonehead.On top of that, when Kaffee isn’t doingthings like not knowing what “engaged”means in a military context, he’s self-satisfied,thinks he’s smarter than everyone else inthe room and makes no effort to hide thefact, and teases a woman for liking him ThatWay. If you watched Sorkin’s magnum televisionopus, “The West Wing,” that soundsawfully familiar; if you didn’t, Kaffee is thenaval prototype for White House staffer JoshLyman (Bradley Whitford)…and I enjoyed thatshow, but I’m afraid that isn’t a compliment.Whitford also did a fantastic job keeping afrequently arrogant and ungracious jackass onthe right side of charming, but it’s a tall order.How does Cruise fill it? He goes to undignifiedplaces: tripping over a chair at the endof a rant that’s supposed to be kind of frightening;screeching awkwardly at opposingcounsel’s (Kevin Bacon) retreating back thathe’s a “lousy fucking softball player”; doinga Nicholson imitation whose poor quality isendearing. And helets us see KaffeeKaffee is a classicCruise character,a finger-gunpointingwiseacreforced to forgea new maturityin the firesof a situationmuch largerthan himself.thinking. Cruise’sbest moment isa split secondafter Kaffee getsJessup to admithe’s to blame forthe death in question;“holy crap, Ican’t believe I gothim to go there”crosses Cruise’sface like rippleson water. It’s a quiet, deft moment after15 solid minutes of capital-A Acting tothe cheap seats. Well done, sailor.Sarah D. Bunting is the east coast editor atPreviously.TV and the head rodeo clownat TomatoNation.com She’s contributed toSeventeen, Glamour, Sports On Earth, New YorkMagazine, Slate, and Salon, among others.R O B E R T W I L S O N48 <strong>backstage</strong> <strong>01</strong>.<strong>23</strong>.14upstage News | actor 1<strong>01</strong> | center stage cover story | features | downstage casting | charts<strong>backstage</strong>.com
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