ONCE (THE MUSICAL) - Savannah, GA EPA Savannah Repertory Theatre | Savannah, GA
Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA
Wednesday, January 25, 2023
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM (E)
Lunch 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
To set up an audition appointment please email: casting@savannahrep.org .
SPT
$419 weekly minimum (SPT 3+)
Equity actor-musicians for roles in ONCE (THE MUSICAL) (See breakdown).
Performers of all gender identities, ethnic, and racial backgrounds are encouraged to audition.
Please prepare a brief self-accompanied song in the style of the show. All instruments will be considered. A piano will be available. Auditions should not exceed 3 minutes. Please bring a headshot and resume (stapled together). If you don’t have a headshot we will take a polaroid of you at check-in.
Front Porch Improv
210 Victory Drive
Savannah, GA 31405
On Victory Dr. between Jefferson and Barnard. There is a parking lot right out front but it is limited. Free street parking is available nearby within walking distance. Building has a pink awning. THIS SPACE'S VENTILATION HAS NOT BEEN VERIFIED BY ACTORS' EQUITY ASSOCIATION
Book by Enda Walsh
Music and Lyrics by Glen Hansard & Markéta Irglová
Based on the Motion Picture Written and Directed by John Carney
Director: Francesca Mintowt-Czyz
Expected to attend:
Natasha Drena (Associate Artistic Director) Jennifer Bishop (Production Manager/Casting Director)
Ryan McCurdy (Executive Artistic Director/Music Director)
DATES
Callbacks January 29th, 2023
First Equity Rehearsal: February 27th, 2023 Open: March 16th, 2023
Close: March 19th, 2023
4 performances
Schedule: Thursday at 8pm, Saturday at 2pm & 8pm, Sunday at 3pm, NO SHOW FRIDAY
Fully vaccinated with one booster required
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.
Equity encourages everyone participating in the auditions to wear a two-ply cloth face mask, surgical mask, singer’s mask or respirator (N95, KN95 or KF94). Single-ply face masks, gaiters and bandanas are not recommended. Singer’s masks can be found at www.broadwayreliefproject.com/singersmask.
Equity encourages members to prepare for their audition prior to arriving at the audition venue, to the extent that they can (e.g., get dressed, hair/make-up, etc.) to avoid crowding in bathrooms and dressing rooms.
The maximum capacity in the holding room is: 18
The maximum capacity in the audition room is: 18
SYNOPSIS: “Guy” is an Irish singer and songwriter who spends his days fixing vacuums in the Dublin shop he runs with his father, and his nights playing his music in local pubs. He is on the verge of giving up music altogether when a Czech immigrant, “Girl,” walks into the bar, hears him play and refuses to let him abandon his guitar. As it turns out, she has a broken vacuum cleaner, Guy repairs it, and she pays him in music on a piano she plays in a record shop. Over the course of a week, Girl convinces Guy to believe in the power of his music and his love for the woman who inspired his songs. They scrape together money to record a demo album with a motley crew of bar friends, and their unexpected friendship and collaboration evolves into a powerful—but very complicated—love story. ONCE remains the only show to have music that won an Academy Award, a Grammy Award, an Olivier Award and a Tony Award.
NOTE: This is an Actor/Musician Show; All performers must play an instrument if not multiple. *indicates flexibility of instrument tracks. If you play a different instrument or only play one that is listed for the role you are interested in you are still welcome to attend.
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GIRL: Female Presenting, Age 25-40. Any race or ethnicity. Mezzo-Soprano. Direct, intelligent, no nonsense, soft, and witty. Should have something ‘other’ about her. Has had to work hard at life but doesn’t think she deserves any sympathy. Plays the piano and sings extremely well. Dance/Movement experience preferred. Has a Czech (Eastern European) accent.
GUY: CAST - Male Presenting, Age 25-40. Any race or ethnicity. Baritone. A struggling Irish musician. Lost and a bit sad, but extremely appealing. Works with his Da in a vacuum repair shop. Sings and plays guitar extremely well. Has a strong Irish accent. Seeking understudies and emergency replacements only.
BILLY: Male Presenting, Age 30-49. Any race or ethnicity. Baritone. A large Irish man. Owner of the music store where Girl plays piano. Loud, funny and protective of Girl but also has a vulnerability. Sings and plays guitar* well. Has a strong Irish accent.
REZA: Female Presenting, Age 25-29. Any race or ethnicity. Soprano. A sexy, funny, smart Czech girl. Often a bit larger than life. Sings and plays violin/fiddle* extremely well. Dance/Movement experience preferred. Has a Czech (Eastern European) accent.
BARUSKA: Female Presenting, Age 45+. Any race or ethnicity. Alto. Mother of, Girl. A cool but caring Czech mother who likes a full house and full stomachs. Doesn’t possess many inhibitions. Sings and plays the accordion* and piano* well. Has a Czech (Eastern European) accent.
BANK MANAGER: Any Gender Identity, Age 30-49. Any race or ethnicity. Vocal type open. Seems quite prim and proper but has a secret passion for music. Sings and plays guitar* and cello* well. Has a strong Irish (Cork) accent.
DA: Male Presenting, Age 50+. Any race or ethnicity. Vocal type open. Guy’s dad. A man of few words, but a lovely and caring father. Plays guitar* and ukulele/mandolin* well. Has a strong Irish accent. Singing a plus but not required.
SVEC: Male Presenting, Age 20-39. Any race or ethnicity. Vocal type open. A real odd ball. Loves television and coffee. Plays guitar* and drum kit* extremely well. Has a Czech (Eastern European) accent. Singing a plus but not required.
ANDREJ: Any Gender Identity, Age 20-29. Any race or ethnicity. Vocal type open. Earnest and kind. Makes an effort, but just misses the mark (as seen in their ill-fitting suit). An employee at a fast food chain, but has big dreams. Plays guitar* and bass guitar* extremely well. Has a strong Czech (Eastern European) accent. Singing a plus but not required.
EAMON: Any Gender Identity, Age 20-49. Any race or ethnicity. Vocal type open. The music studio manager where Guy and Girl record their album. A tough nut to crack but eventually fully commits to the musicians’ talents. Sings and plays guitar* and piano* well. Has a strong Irish accent.
EMCEE: Any Gender Identity, Age 20-49. Any race or ethnicity. Vocal type open. The emcee at a bar. A good-natured ball buster. Sings and plays guitar* and piano* extremely well. Has a strong Irish accent.
EX-GIRLFRIEND: Female Presenting, Age 20-39. Any race or ethnicity. Vocal type open. Guy’s ex girlfriend who now lives in New York. Kind, lovely and likeable. Plays violin* extremely well. Dance/Movement experience preferred. Has a strong Irish accent. Singing a plus but not required.
IVONKA: Female Presenting, Age 6-10. Any race or ethnicity. Girl's daughter. Singing a plus but not required.
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