Seeking actors for a staged reading of Blood and Silk: The Tale of Circelae and Alexiel by Jeffrey Love in Redwood City on 8/28/17. This staging will include choreography and some costumes. This new dramatic musical is a gay reimagining of the legend of Beauty and The Beast.
Please send headshot (or recent photo) and resume to bandofalterra@gmail.com with subject FULL NAME- Blood and Silk. Non AEA only,
Casting:
Circelae Alverdine - A young man who longs for something more in his life; something that brings love and adventure. To the world he seems fragile and easily broken, but he is tougher than he looks. The actor must be able to portray a diverse range of emotions. The character is also not to be oversung, and have a more classical Fairy Tale style speaking voice. High classical tenor A to G (above middle C) (BELT a big plus. Actor must also be comfortable with stage kissing and moments of sensuality)
Gervase Bexlemoore - Alexiel’s confidante and best friend. The two are closer than brothers, and Gervase has nothing but the utmost respect for him. Sometimes, though, he does things that initially hurt Alexiel, but he does it for his friend; to make him happy and keep him safe. The actor playing Gervase will portray his younger and older self. - Nonsinging Role.
Anthony de Gisborn - Anthony is one of Circelae’s only friends in Siddlehara. At least, that’s how Circelae sees it. Anthony has taken a liking to Circelae, interestied in being with him romantically. And when Circelae leaves, Anthony is ready and willing to fight for him. He doesn’t like to lose. Brother to August. Tenor - Low A to High Ab
Queen Blodwyn - Alexiel’s mother. In the beginning, she is distant from her son. But in truth She only wants best for Alexiel, and is willing to do what it takes to protect him. Lyric Soprano : C (C4) to "high D" (D6) She also doubles as Svetlana.
Svetlana Alverdine - Circelae’s stepmother. essentially "the good mother", nurturing her children, worrying about them, scolding them when they misbehave, and shielding them from life's cold, harsh realities as best she can.
King Orasmyn - Alexiel’s father and the former king of Alterra. The perfect father, and perfect king. His son was his pride and joy, and his wife was his everything. He also doubles as Charles Alverdine, Circelae’s father.
Charles Alverdine - Circelae’s father, a formerly wealthy merchant has come along hard times and moves his family far from the city. He is a good natured loving father. Easily frightened by superstition. Baritone - Low A to F
August de Gisborn - Steward of The Village of Siddlehara, stuffy, traditional. (The actor will be playing multiple small roles throughout the production.)
3 VARGULF - Werewolf creatures who guard The Forbidden Forest and serve Alexiel, they communicate in growls and snarls. (Dancers would be ideal.)
3 Ladies in Waiting - The Sisters of Queen Blodwyn, who try to advise her when she neglects her son, (Performers will be playing multiple small roles throughout the production. ) - Alto/Soprano
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