David Carver Music
AUDITION DATE
Tue, Oct 15, 2019
10:00 am - 6:00 pm (PDT)
Lunch: 1:00PM - 2:00PM
APPOINTMENTS
EPA rules in effect. In-person sign-up begins at 9:00AM on 10/15/19.
CONTRACT
HAT Minimum - $550/wk
SEEKING
See breakdown.
PREPARATION
Please prepare a short version of a power rock ballad. You MUST bring picture/resume and MUST have sheet music in the key you will be singing. An accompanist will be provided.
LOCATION
Madilyn Clark Studios
10852 Burbank Blvd
North Hollywood, CA 91601-2508
PERSONNEL
Director: Bill Castellino
Producer: David Carver
Choreographer: TBD
Music Director: TBD
Casting Director: Michael Donovan, CSA
Casting Associate: Richie Ferris, CSA
Music & Lyrics: Cliff Jones
OTHER DATES
Rehearsals begin: 1/13/20
Previews: 2/7 - 2/13
Opens: 2/14
Closes: 2/23
This is a short run, with an intended future move to a bigger venue, and then a tour.
OTHER
Venue: El Portal Theatre (the big theatre) in North Hollywood, CA.
Non-Equity performers will be seen if time permits.
EPA Procedures are in effect for audition.
An Equity monitor will be provided.
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
The 21st Century rock version of the 17th Century play about love, honor, dynasty, deception, truth, redemption and loyalty. It's the play within a play, combining original music and lyrics (some creatively taken straight from the play dialogue) delivered through powerful rock ballads and anthems while honoring the traditional theatrical musical, all at the forefront of an elaborate modern set design and hi tech video and lighting, designed to support great actors, singers and dancers.
HAMLET, THE PRINCE OF DENMARK - Male, all ethnicities, 25-35 years old. A strong, brooding, sexy prince. HAMLET is a poet – complicated and sometimes cynical. A powerful presence. Some dancing and movement. Fencing experience a plus. VOCAL RANGE – middle C to high Bb
CLAUDIUS, THE KING OF DENMARK - Male, all ethnicities, 40+ years old. Charismatic, ambitious and manipulative king; often driven by his appetite for sex and power. CLAUDIUS is a powerful political operative, in total control – until he is not. Small dance and movement. VOCAL RANGE - middle C to high A
GERTRUDE, THE QUEEN OF DENMARK - Female, all ethnicities, 40+ years old. A regal, mysterious, stunning Queen – shallow and needy. Small dancing and movement. VOCAL RANGE – Bb to high G
OPHELIA - Female, all ethnicities, 20-30 years old. A vulnerable, sweet, innocent young girl finding her way through life. Beautiful and lost. High level of dance and movement. VOCAL RANGE – D to Eb
LAERTES - Male, all ethnicities, 25-35 years old. Ophelia’s brother. A scholarly, passionate, “quick to act” and fun-loving student. Handsome and popular. High level of dance and movement. Fencing experience a plus. VOCAL RANGE - middle C to high A
POLONIUS - Male, all ethnicities, 40+ years old. Father of Ophelia & Laertes. A pompous, concerned, conniving Lord Chamberlain of the court. Somewhat silly. Small movement. VOCAL RANGE – middle C to high F
HORATIO - Male, all ethnicities, 25-35 years old. Hamlet’s best friend. A caring, thoughtful, loyal, macho pal. High level of dance and movement. VOCAL RANGE – middle C to high Bb
NINE ENSEMBLE ROLES: Male and Female, all ethnicities, 20 - 45. A combo of strong dancers who sing and strong singers who move well.. They play a variety of roles (Soldiers, Party Goers, Traveling performers, Dream characters, etc.) among which are:
1. ROSENCRANTZ, a bumbling student-friend of Hamlet.
2. GUILDENSTERN, another bumbling student-friend of Hamlet.
3. HONEYBELLE, a country singer.
4. MARCELLUS, a guard. VOCAL RANGE – middle C to high G
5. THE GHOST, Hamlet’s deceased father.
6. FIRST PLAYER, VOCAL RANGE – middle c to high Eb
7, 8, 9. SERVANTS, SPIES, FOOLS, COURTIERS.
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 audition.
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