A Christmas Carol - Austin EPA
Zachary Scott Theatre Center
AUDITION DATE
Oct 11, 2016
3:00 pm - 11:00 pm (CDT)
Callbacks will be held on 10/12/16 from 6:00PM - 10:00PM
APPOINTMENTS
Email auditions@zachtheatre.org with subject line CAROL Austin Auditions; attach headshot/resume in PDF/Word format with preferred audition time.
CONTRACT
LOA
LOA ref LORT Minimum - $478/wk
SEEKING
Equity male and female actors.
PREPARATION
Actors should prepare 2 contrasting pop/rock/R&B songs of your choice and bring relevant sheet music. You may be asked to sing the entire song, or a selection. If you play a musical instrument, please bring it to the audition and be prepared to play (piano skills are a plus).
LOCATION
Nowlin Rehearsal Studio
1426 Toomey Rd
Austin, TX 78704
The Nowlin Rehearsal Studio is on the South side of the Zach campus.
PERSONNEL
Director: Dave Steakley, Playwright: Dave Steakley adapted from Charles Dickens, Music Director: Allen Robertson, Choreographer: Christa Oliver
OTHER DATES
See breakdown for show dates
OTHER
Rehearsals begin October 24th with performances beginning November 23rd. The production will run through December 31st, with shows Tuesdays through Sundays at 7:30pm and Saturday and Sundays at 2:30pm. (No performances on Thanksgiving Day, or Christmas Eve.)
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
Austin’s newest and most rockin’ holiday tradition! Each year, ZACH's “A Christmas Carol” features new hit songs and reimagined carols that create an infectious spirit that will have everyone dancing in the aisles. ZACH's fresh and inspired adaptation of Charles Dickens' beloved classic juxtaposes the traditional Victorian setting and costumes with a modern musical score that spans all genres. Come celebrate the season with three soulful ghosts, the Cratchit family’s boundless love, and Ebenezer Scrooge’s miraculous and joyous transformation.
Ebenezer Scrooge: The miserly owner of a London accountant's office. The three spirits of Christmas visit the stodgy bean-counter in hopes of reversing Scrooge's greedy, cold-hearted approach to life. Age 50 – 65. Should be able to carry a tune.
Mrs. Fezziwig: wife of Mr. Fezziwig, loves holiday desserts, jovial. Age 45 –65.
Young Belle: A beautiful woman who Scrooge loved deeply when he was a young man. Belle broke off their engagement after Scrooge became consumed with greed for wealth. Age: 20’s.
The Charitable Gentleman #1 and #2: Two gentlemen who visit Scrooge at the beginning of the tale seeking charitable contributions. Age 25 to 50.
Mrs. Cratchit: Bob’s wife, a kind and loving woman. Age 30-45.
Richard Wilkins: another apprentice at Fezziwig’s establishment, toasts Scrooge and Belle’s engagement. Age: 20’s.
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