Combined Atlanta Area Theatres 2017-18 Seasons - Atlanta GA EPA Days
Various Producers
AUDITION DATE
Apr 24, 2017 **NO Accompanist**
10:00 am - 6:00 pm (EDT)
Lunch 1 to 2
Apr 25, 2017 **With Accompanist**
10:00 am - 6:00 pm (EDT)
Lunch 1 to 2
APPOINTMENTS
For a 5 min. appointment, email clifton.guterman@theatricaloutfit.org, or call 678-528-1501. EMAIL PREFERRED. Allow 24-48 hours for confirmation. Equity Members without appointments will be seen throughout the audition as time permits.
CONTRACT
SPT Theatrical Outfit: SPT 6-8; True Colors: LOA; Actor's Express: SPT 4 Theatrical Outfit: $430-$534; True Colors: $563; Actor's Express: $342
LOA
SEEKING
Local to Atlanta Equity actors of all genders, ethnicities and backgrounds for the 2017-2018 seasons at Theatrical Outfit, True Colors Theatre Company and Actor's Express Theatre Company.
PREPARATION
Please prepare a combination of no more than three minutes of material - monologue and song, two contrasting monologues, two contrasting songs, one monologue, etc.
Note: Accompanist will be provided only on April 25th EPA.
LOCATION
THEATRICAL OUTFIT
84 Luckie St. NW
ATLANTA, GA 30303
Suggested paid parking: LAZ garage at 100 Luckie Street, NW.
PERSONNEL
THEATRICAL OUTFIT:
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR: Tom Key
MANAGING DIRECTOR: Lee Foster
ASSOCIATE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR/CASTING DIRECTOR: Clifton Guterman
TRUE COLORS THEATRE COMPANY:
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR: Kenny Leon
MANAGING DIRECTOR: Jennifer Dwyer-McEwen
PRODUCTION MANAGER: Lisa Watson
ACTOR'S EXPRESS THEATRE COMPANY:
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR: Freddie Ashley
MANAGING DIRECTOR: Alexander Scollon
CASTING DIRECTOR: Sheila Oliver
OTHER DATES
THEATRICAL OUTFIT SEASON DATES: September 5, 2017 - June 24, 2018
TRUE COLORS SEASON DATES: August 15, 2017 - August 12, 2018
ACTORS EXPRESS SEASON DATES: August 22, 2017 - May 13, 2018
OTHER
An Equity Monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition.
Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition.
Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.
BREAKDOWN
THEATRICAL OUTFIT 2017-18 SEASON
1. THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME
Book: Peter Parnell
Based on the novel by Victor Hugo and the songs from the Disney film
Music: Alan Menken
Lyrics: Stephen Schwartz
Director: Justin Anderson
Music Director: Ann-Carol Pence
Choreographer: Ricardo Aponte
First Rehearsal: Week of June 19, 2017
Aurora Opening: Thursday, July 20, 2017
Aurora Closing: Sunday, August 27, 2017
Theatrical Outfit Brush-up Rehearsals: September 5 and 6, 2017
Theatrical Outfit Previews: September 7 and 8, 2017
Theatrical Outfit Opening: September 9, 2017
Theatrical Outfit Closing: September 17, 2017
1482. Paris, France. Quasimodo, a deformed bell ringer in a cold, cathedral tower discovers his inner strength. A conflicted priest, Frollo, battles the specter of damnation. Phoebus, a dashing soldier shuns duty to pursue Esmeralda, a beautiful Gypsy dancer. And at every turn, a malevolent force propels each of them toward fate. This musical retelling of the beloved medieval love story features a lush score by Alan Menken (Disney's The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast) and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Pippin) — the only stage collaboration between the two giants of the American musical theatre.
An EPA for Hunchback was held on February 6, 2017. All roles are CAST. Actors will be considered for possible replacements if needed.
Cast will be on an SPT 8 contract for both runs.
ROLES:
QUASIMODO
Role CAST (Male 20-29, any ethnicity): Deformed and reclusive, longs to see the outside world, but staunchly loyal to his master, Frollo; possesses great vulnerability, but covers a deep well of pain and rage, this actor will be physically representing Quasimodo’s deformity, much like in An Elephant Man, therefore actors submitted for this role must be dexterous and flexible; strong tenor, Bb 2 to C5.
FROLLO (Male 50-59, any ethnicity): Archdeacon of Notre Dame, a severe man who is convinced of his own goodness and righteousness, struggles with the conflict between the self-denial required by his religious belief and his strong sexual desire for Esmeralda, this struggle ultimately drives him mad; baritone with a rich lower register, F2 to F4.
ESMERELDA
Role CAST. (Female 20-29, any ethnicity): Exquisitely beautiful, exotic and oozing with sexuality, a free-spirited gypsy who has often gotten into trouble for speaking her mind and standing up for what she believes in; mezzo, E3 to Eb 5.
PHOEBUS
Role CAST (Male 30-39, any ethnicity): Dashing captain of the Cathedral Guard, leading man type who is conflicted between following his duty and doing what’s right; tenor, C3 to A4.
CLOPIN
Role CAST (Male 30-49, any ethnicity): A great character man with flair, The King of the Gypsies; high tenor, C3 to Bb 4.
JEHAN FROLLO
Role CAST (Male, 20-30, any ethnicity): Claude’s reckless younger brother. With the gypsy Florika, he fathers Quasimodo, who he leaves in his brother’s care. Wild, passionate, and strong-willed. Eb5 to F3.
FLORIKA
Role CAST (Female, 20-30, any ethnicity): A gypsy and Quasimodo's mother. F#5 to E4
FATHER DAUPIN
Role CAST (Male, 40 to 60, any ethnicity): A priest of Notre Dame and Claude and Jehan’s guardian. A3 to C3.
LIEUTENANT FREDERIC CHARLUS
Role CAST (Male, 20 to 30, any ethnicity): Lieutenant of the Cathedral Guard and loyal friend to Phoebus.
KING LOUIS XI
Role CAST (Male, 40 to 50, any ethnicity): King of France, nicknamed the Prudent.
TRIBUNAL
Role CAST (Male, 20 to 50, any ethnicity): A judicial officer. E4 to G2.
MADAM
Role CAST (Female, 35 to 50, any ethnicity): Owner of a brothel and safe haven for gypsies.
SAINT APHRODISIUS
Role CAST (Male, 30-50, any ethnicity): A stained-glass image that comes to life. E4 to B3.
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2. BOY
By: Anna Ziegler
Director: Melissa Foulger
First Rehearsal: September 5, 2017
Tech: September, 23 and 24, 2017
Dress Rehearsals: September 26 and 27, 2017
Previews: September 28 and 29, 2017
Opening: September 30, 2017
Closing: October 22, 2017
1968-1990. Davenport, Iowa and Boston, Massachusetts. Inspired by a fascinating true story covered by Oprah, documented by the BBC and exposed in a best-selling biography, Boy asks us: does nature or nurture determine who and how we love? A renowned doctor convinces the parents of a male infant to raise their son as a girl after an accident, and years later, the repercussions and realities of that choice unfold and alter lives. With humor and tenderness, Boy explores the tricky terrain of loving oneself and others amidst the confusion of gender identity as one very special young person simply yearns to be himself.
ADAM TURNER (male, early-mid 20s): working class but self-educated, gentle, raw. THIS ROLE IS CAST (Clifton Guterman).
DR. WENDELL BARNES (male, 40s-50s): warm and genial, he’s passionate about his work and his ideals; he’s the smartest guy in the room but tries hard not to show it. THIS ROLE IS CAST (Tom Key).
JENNY (female, early-mid 20s): Adam’s girlfriend, working class, a bit toughened and wary but still hoping for wonderful things.
TRUDY TURNER (female, 30s-40s): Adam’s mother, working class, warm and lost and hopeful, trying to make sense of a confusing world and doing her best.
DOUG TURNER (male, 30s-40s): Adam’s father, working class, a man of not very many words and in over his head, just trying to get by.
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3. MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY
By: Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon
Director: Carolyn Cook
First Rehearsal: November 7, 2017
Tech: November 25 and 26, 2017
Dress Rehearsals: November 28 and 29, 2017
Previews: November 30 and December 1, 2017
Opening: December 2, 2017
Closing: December 24 2017
1815. England. This Christmas, cozy up with your favorite Pride and Prejudice characters at Pemberley, the grand estate of newlyweds, Mr. and Mrs. Darcy. Middle daughter Mary Bennet, bookish and often overshadowed by her sisters, blossoms when a curious visitor proves himself an intellectual match, kindred spirit and possibly more. For the first time, Mary must stand tall and become the heroine of her own story. Told with modern wit and period style, this effervescent, comedic sequel to one of the most beloved literary romances of all time will enchant Jane Austen fans and new-comers alike.
MARY BENNET (female, 20): Finally coming in to her own, she is no longer the plain, boring girl she once was. She has a fire in her now. She is intelligent, curious, and lively, but her family only sees her as a future spinster. She does not suffer fools. She wants to live.
ARTHUR DE BOURGH (male, 25): A studious, unsociable, only child who has never been around women or large families. He is a loner who prefers books to people. He has recently inherited a large estate and has no idea what to do next.
ELIZABETH DARCY (female, 22): Married to Mr. Darcy. Confident, charming, and witty. She makes a fun and surprising lady of the house. She is best friends with her sister Jane.
FITZWILLIAN DARCY (male, 30): A loving, generous, and smart (if slightly stiff) husband. He is quiet and vigilant and thus sees what others often miss. He knows what being lovelorn is like.
JANE BINGLEY (female, 24): Married to Mr. Bingley. She is 7 months pregnant with her first child and is sweet and optimistic as ever. The kindest heart in the house.
CHARLES BINGLEY (male, 25): Gracious, happy, and ever-focused on the love of his life, Jane. A good friend and always ready with a smile.
LYDIA WICKHAM (female, 17): Flirtatious, braggadocios and selfish. Her marriage to Mr. Wickham is a sham but she will not admit this. She also won’t admit that she desperately needs the love of her family.
ANNE DE BOURGH (female, 20’s): Only daughter of the late Lady Catherine de Bourgh. Lived in her mother’s very large shadow, never having to ask for anything or speak for herself, her entire life. Judgmental and impatient, just like her mother.
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4. LADY DAY AT EMERSON’S BAR & GRILL
By: Lanie Robertson
Director: Eric J. Little
Music Director: S. Renee Clark
First Rehearsal: December 19, 2017
Tech: January 6 and 7, 2018
Dress Rehearsals: January 9 and 10, 2018
Previews: January 11 and 12, 2018
Opening: January 13, 2018
Closing: February 4, 2018
1959. Philadelphia. At Emerson’s seedy bar on Philly’s south side, an audience gathers to witness, unknowingly, one of legend Billie Holiday's last solo performances, given four months before her death at forty-four. Full of heart-stopping numbers like “God Bless the Child,” “Strange Fruit,” and “What a Little Moonlight Can Do,” Billie shares with us her loves and losses in this award-winning musical fresh from its recent Broadway and London revivals. Pull up a chair and grab a drink for an intimate and epic evening with one of the greatest jazz and blues vocalists of all time – a riveting portrait of the life, the lady and the unforgettable music that is Lady Day.
BILLIE HOLIDAY (female, 44, African-American): the great jazz singer in the last year of her life.
JIMMY POWERS (male, adult, African-American): a great piano player.
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5. PERFECT ARRANGEMENT
By: Topher Payne
Director: Adam Koplan
First Rehearsal: January 30, 2018
Tech: February 17 and 18, 2018
Dress Rehearsals: February 20 and 21, 2018
Previews: February 22 and 23, 2018
Opening: February 24, 2018
Closing: March 18, 2018
1950. Georgetown. Washington, D.C. As the Red Scare looms large, two State Department employees, Bob and Norma, receive orders to expose “moral turpitude” within the government. But, the coworkers are both gay and have married each other’s partners, Millie and Jim, in a picture-perfect façade of domestic, mid-century bliss separated, literally, by a shared closet door. Inspired by true stories of social survival, this bubbly cocktail party—meets—TV sitcom simmers into poignant realism as the four mates face exposure and a future more gray than Technicolor.
BOB MARTINDALE (male, 30s-40s): A WWII veteran, reserved. A bit bookish, but a solid man's man. Good humored and well-mannered. Types: Carl Betz as Dr. Alex Stone on “The Donna Reed Show,” Ozzie Nelson on “Ozzie and Harriet.”
MILLIE MARTINDALE (female, 30s): Bob's wife. Plays The dizzy wife when people are in the house, but actually very quick-witted and observant. Smart enough to maintain the act. Types: Mary Jane Croft on “The Lucy Show,” Ann Morgan Guilpert on “The Dick Van Dyke Show.”
NORMA BAXTER (female, 30s): The knowing, efficient, classy dame. A secretary at the State Department who could just as easily be Secretary of State. A smart woman who's great with a wisecrack and levelheaded in a bind. Types: Dinah Shore, Loretta Young, Arlene Francis.
JIM BAXTER (male, 20s-30s): Norma's husband. A prankster type, always ready with a comeback. A high school teacher with lots of energy. A little wired, good with a plan. Types: Bill Daily as Major Healey on “I Dream of Jeannie,” Mickey Rooney, Danny Kaye. (THIS ROLE IS CAST: Clifton Guterman)
THEODORE SUNDERSON (male, 40-50s): The boss. Bombastic, loud, a little overbearing. A windbag. A blowhard. Types: Gale Gordon in anything he ever did.
KITTY SUNDERSON (female, 40s): Ted's wife. Legitimately ditzy. Her brain seems to work on a totally different wavelength than the rest of the world. Very sweet, and very genuine. Just doesn't quite get it. Types: Gracie Allen.
BARBARA GRANT (female, 40s): A formidable opponent. No-nonsense, beautiful, brilliant, and a little scary. Types: Rosalind Russell, Joan Crawford.
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6. 110 IN THE SHADE
Book: N. Richard Nash
Based on the play The Rainmaker by N. Richard Nash
Music: Harvey Schmidt
Lyrics: Tom Jones
Orchestrations: Jonathan Tunick
Director: Tom Key
Music Director: S. Renee Clark
Choreographer: Ricardo Aponte
First Rehearsal: May 1, 2018
Tech: May 26 and 27, 2018
Dress Rehearsals: May 29 and 30, 2018
Previews: May 31 and June 1, 2018
Opening: June 2, 2018
Closing: June 24, 2018
1936. July 4th. Three Point, Texas. In the middle of a heat wave, while locals are desperate for rain, Lizzie Curry daydreams away fears of becoming a spinster in a tiny, dusty town. Her wit, intelligence and lauded homemaking skills don’t seem to guarantee a romantic future, and even the reserved town sheriff, File, won't take a chance on the plain girl next door. But, when a charismatic rainmaker named Starbuck sweeps into town promising more than just atmospheric relief, Lizzie's world is suddenly larger than she imagined possible, and choice and clarity arrive like a cleansing summer storm.
THE CURRY FAMILY
LIZZIE CURRY (female, mezzo, 20's to late 30's): a strong, smart, but very plain looking spinster. She yearns desperately for romance.
H.C. CURRY (male, baritone, late 40's to early 60's): Lizzie's father. He is powerfully set, capable, and dependable, but a dreamer too.
JIMMY CURRY (male, tenor, late teens - 20's): Lizzie's younger brother and has the mind of a child. He is filled with longing.
NOAH CURRY (male, baritone, late 20's – early 40's): Lizzie's older brother. Like his father, but without H.C.'s imagination. He would appear to be self-righteous and rigidly opinionated were it not for his basic decency and his warm yearning to be kind.
THE LOVE INTERESTS
BILL STARBUCK (male, baritone-to g lead; early 30's - early 40's): lithe and agile – a loud braggart, a gentle dreamer.
FILE (male, baritone, 35 – 40): the sheriff. He is reticent, intelligent. He smiles wryly at the world and at himself. He is also the town's most eligible bachelor.
THE TOWNSFOLK
SNOOKIE UPDEGRAFF (female, mezzo, late teens – early 20’s): a strong comedienne.
PHIL MACKEY (male, late teens – early 20’s)
GEORGE CURTIS (male, early 50’s): the town minister.
HANNA CURRIS (female, early 50’s): the town minister’s wife.
JOE COPELAND (male, 30’s, any ethnicity): a rancher.
BEVERLY COPELAND (female, 30’s): Joe Copeland’s wife.
SAMMIE –SUE MILLER (female, teens – early 20’s)
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TRUE COLORS THEATRE - 2017- 2018 season
LOA contract (Pending)
Artistic Director Kenny Leon
HOLLER IF YOU HEAR ME
by Todd Kriedler Music by Tupac Shakur
Director: Kenny Leon
Musical Director: Matthew Head
Choreographer: Jared Grimes
First rehearsal: August 15, 2017
Opens: September 15
Closes: October 8, 2017
An American Musical inspired by the music and lyrics of Tupac Shakur. The music of one of the 20th century’s most influential and culturally prominent voices comes to life in this non-biographical musical about friendship, family, revenge, change and hope. ‘On my block we still pray’ is the heart of this moving original musical. Inner city lives struggle for peace against the daily challenges as we peak into a window of realities on the streets still relevant with issues our society faces today.
John Caviness, 27 – Two strikes, fresh out of jail, self- taught cartoonist.
Vertus Weston, 26 – Slings drugs, King of My Block
Brian Griffin, 23 – A white mechanic, plays acoustic guitar.
Corrinne, 24 – Vertus’ girlfriend, works in a grocery store.
Andres Weston, 47 – Vertus’ mother
Nunn, 34 – One of Vertus’ two man crew
Benny, 19 – Vertus’ brother
My Block Chorus – Array of men and women from the neighborhood among them:
Old Lady – Living out of a bag
Street Preacher – On the corner with a bullhorn
Crazy Lady – Her belly with a baby
Young Souljas – A group of friends all a year out of high school among them:
Anthony,19 – Best friend of Vertus’ brother.
Darius, 20 – The other of Vertus’ two-man crew.
Reggie, 19
Lemar, 18
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THE FIRST NOEL
Book,Music and Lyrics Lelund Durond Thompson & Jason Michael Webb
Director: Jasmine Guy
Choreographer: Jasmine Guy
First rehearsal: November 14
Opens: December 13
Closes: December 24, 2017
This Harlem based holiday musical features music that crosses genres – from pop to jazz to gospel – to tell a universal story of love and belonging. This presentation follows three generations of a Harlem family affected by the tragic loss of a loved one. Time is slow to heal this family’s wounds until an unexpected visit from Grandma reveals some long absent Christmas joy. This story is about how a community is healed, one family at a time, as everyday people do extraordinary things to help one another receive the gift of love during the holiday season.
Young Noel-8- Joyful, smart
Adult Noel-late 30’s- Professional, headstrong but warm.
Kenneth-20’s- Anxious, wants badly to appear professional, real estate agent.
Deloris-late 30’s- strong, guarded, mother to Noel, wife to Henry
Skeeter -30’s- Wiry, street hustler with good intentions
Henry-late 30’s- Handsome, personable, kind-hearted, loyal, husband to Deloris, father to Noel.
Rev Jasper-early 70’s- Regal
Ethel-early 70’s- Classy, spunky, optimistic, Deloris’ mother, entertainer.
Pastor Bennie Raindrop-30’s- Charismatic
Lou- , early 70’s- Brassy, no nonsense
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KING HEDLEY II
by August Wilson
Directed by: Jamil Jude
First Rehearsal: January 16, 2017
Open: February 16
Close: March 11, 2018
It’s 1985 in the backyard of an urban Pittsburg neighborhood staunch with decay. King Hedley II is an ex-con desperately trying to make a new life for himself selling stolen refrigerators. Scraping at the dirt, King spends a lot of time trying to plant seeds where nothing can grow. This becomes the perfect metaphor for his life as his dreams are doomed to a violent end. In Wilson’s darkest and most symbolic play, King Hedley II is the eighth play in August Wilson’s Pittsburgh Cycle, a haunting and challenging tragedy of Shakespearean proportions.
King – 30’s-Has a vicious scar running down the left side of his face. Spent seven years in prison. Strives to live by his own moral code.
Ruby – 60’s – King’s mother, former big band singer who recently moved back to Pittsburgh.
Mister- 30’s- King’s best friend since grade school and sometimes business partner.
Elmore-60’s- Ruby’s longtime, but sporadic flame. A professional hustler.
Tonya-30’s- King’s wife of a few years.
Stool Pigeon-Late 60’s- King’s next door neighbor. The Hill’s spiritual and practical truthsayer.
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DOT
Coleman Domingo
Directed by Kenny Leon
First rehearsal: June 19, 2018
Open: July 17, 2018
Close: August 12, 2018
In the Shealy house Christmas means time for family gatherings. Only this holiday, Dotty and her three grown children gather with more than the holiday spirit in mind. As Dotty struggles to hold on to her failing memory, her children must fight to balance care for their mother and care for themselves. Crackling with humor, this lucid comedy grapples aging parents, midlife crises, and the heart of an urban West Philly neighborhood.
Dotty-63- African American
Shelly-45-African American, Dotty’s daughter
Jackie-40-Caucasian. Neighborhood friend of the family.
Donnie-40- African American, handsome, masculine and fit, Shelly’s brother, Dottie’s son
Adam-40-Caucasian/Latin/Arab. A gay boy’s gay boy, buffed specimen of a man, Donnie’s husband
Averie-35-African American, Dotty’s youngest child
Fidel-28- Young Kazakhstani man. Caregiver to Dottie
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ACTOR'S EXPRESS 2017-18 SEASON
THE CHRISTIANS
1st rehearsal: August 22, 2017
Run: September 13 – October 15, 2017
By Lucas Hnath
Directed by Freddie Ashley
Pastor Paul has built his congregation from modest storefront to shining megachurch with a membership of thousands. But when the beloved minister steps up to the pulpit to share a new belief, his stunning revelation leaves the entire church community rocked to its core. A provocative excavation of modern faith.
(3M, 2F)
PAUL: Male. Any age. Any ethnicity. Pastor of a large megachurch. At a crossroads in his faith and is navigating very new, scary territory.
ELIZABETH: Female. Any age. Any ethnicity. Paul’s wife. Struggling with his new pronouncement of faith and forced to make hard choices of her own.
JOSHUA: Male. Any age, though younger than Paul. Any ethnicity. Paul’s associate pastor. Very earnest in his beliefs and very much in opposition to Paul’s announcement.
JAY: Male. Any age. Any ethnicity. An elder in the church. Trying to keep the peace and do right by the congregation.
JENNIFER: Female. Twenties-thirties. Any ethnicity. Loyal to the church and questions Pastor Paul in front of the congregation. Searching for answers.
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CARDBOARD PIANO
1st rehearsal: Oct 17, 2017
Run: November 8 – December 3, 2017
By Hansol Jung
Directed by Karen Robinson
New Year’s Eve 1999. In a remote northern Ugandan village, two girls – one, a local villager and the other, the daughter of American missionaries – sneak into the local church to hold a makeshift wedding for themselves. When their idyllic reverie is interrupted by a boy soldier fleeing the atrocities of war, the girls are thrust into a chain of events will change their lives forever.
(2M, 2F)
CHRIS: Female. Age 16. White. A child in love. The daughter of American missionaries. Romantic and kind. Secretly in love with:
ADIEL: Female. Age 16. African. A child in love. Smart and loyal. Secretly in love with Chris.
PIKA: Male. Age 13 (played by adult 18+). African. A child soldier. Has been forced to commit atrocities during the war and is fleeing its horrors.
SOLDIER: Male. Any age. African. A soldier. He is searching for Pika and prone to violence. Very dangerous.
CHRIS: Female. Age 30. White. Has returned to Uganda to bury her father’s ashes and confront the horrors of her past. Played by the same actor as CHRIS (16).
PAUL: Male. Age 27. African. Local villager. The pastor of the village church. Haunted by the past, but working very hard to live a good life. Played by the same actor as SOLDIER.
RUTH: Female. Age 29. Paul’s wife. Local villager. Compassionate. Played by the same actor as ADIEL.
FRANCIS: Male. Age 22. A local kid. Rejected by his family and the village because of his homosexuality. Played by the same actor as PIKA.
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ANGELS IN AMERICA
PART ONE: MILLENNIUM APPROACHES AND PART TWO: PERESTROIKA
1st rehearsal: December 4, 2017
Run: January 10 – February 17, 2018 (performed in rep)
By Tony Kushner
Co-Directed by Freddie Ashley and Martin Damien Wilkins
Sex, religion and politics collide with history in Tony Kushner’s sweeping epic, one of the landmark theatrical events of the twentieth century. Set at the onset of the AIDS epidemic, these masterworks changed the theatrical landscape forever when they premiered on Broadway twenty-five years ago. A
(5M, 3F)
Prior Walter: Male. WASPy. Age 28-34. Trust-fund baby and caterer. Simultaneously frail and intense. His family goes back to the Mayflower. Has a huge emotional range. Must have real wit and charisma.
Louis Ironson: Male. Jewish. Age 28-34. Court clerk. Intense, conflicted. Seriously intellectual. A bit of an emotional basket case, struggling with his desires and self-loathing.
Harper Pitt: Female. Any ethnicity. Age 25-34. Ex-Mormon. Housewife. An agoraphobic trapped in her neuroses and Valium addiction. Actress must be able to portray wild flights of fancy and hallucination while maintaining our sympathy.
Joe Pitt: Male. Any ethnicity. Age 28-34. Young lawyer. Mormon. Deeply closeted. Very good looking; the epitome of the corn-fed Midwesterner. Struggles with his sexual identity.
Roy Cohn: Male. Jewish. Age 55-65. Lawyer. Viciously smart. Intense, powerful, bile-spewing. Struggling with the later stages of AIDS, and in denial of everything.
Hannah Pitt / Others: Female. Any ethnicity. Age 55-65. Hannah: Mormon housewife. Steady, thoughtful, caring and tough. Actress also plays Ethel Rosenberg, a Rabbi, Male Doctors and more.
Belize: Male. African-American. Age 28-34. Drag queen. Prior's best friend. Registered nurse. Great style and wit and verbal intensity.
Angel / Others: Female. Any ethnicity. Age 35-45. Angel: An angel. Has power and force and intensity. Can appear somewhat gender-neutral. Magnificent. Extraordinary linguistic skills. Actress also plays a Nurse and more.
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THE FLOWER ROOM
1st rehearsal: March 20, 2018
Run: April 11 – May 13, 2018
By Daryl Lisa Fazio
Directed by Melissa Foulger
Ingrid is an uptight academic who researches sexual behavior in primitive cultures while remaining completely closed off from her own sexual self. When she loses her university job, she turns to writing erotica to pay the bills – unleashing her own journey of sexual discovery.
(2M, 2F)
INGRID: Female. Any ethnicity. Mid-late 30s. An anthropologist and professor; a naturally beautiful woman with a bottled-up sexuality and no concept of her attractiveness; an observer, not a “joiner,” though that’s about to change.
ANTHONY: Male. Any ethnicity. Mid-late 20s. Ingrid’s baby brother, a software engineer with a quick wit, a nerd streak and his own sexual hang-ups – manifesting as deflecting humor, loner tendencies, and a nebulous orientation.
MILES: Male. Any ethnicity. 22. College senior. A charismatic hunk with a sweet, eager to please exterior that sometimes obscures a capable and open mind.
CHERRY: Female. Any ethnicity. 30. Smart and savvy; a nontraditional stunner with many lovers, so regrets, and a thirst for life experiences to combat her lack of formal education.
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