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Open Auditions
Dusk: A Bite-Size Love Story
An original Twilight Parody Musical
Dusk: A Bite-Size Love Story by Morgan Kennedy and Daniel Ruffing is taking on the Edinburgh Festival Fringe! Dusk is an original Twilight parody musical which recounts the delicate beginning of Edwin and Bia’s immortal teenage love story through song, dance, sparkles, and a lot of camp. We are holding open auditions to cast all roles. Character descriptions can be found below with audition information. Non-equity.
But first: What is the Fringe?
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe is one of the greatest celebrations of arts and culture on the planet.
For three weeks in August, the city of Edinburgh welcomes an explosion of creative energy from around the globe.
Artists and performers take to hundreds of stages all over the city to present shows for every taste. From big names in the world of entertainment to unknown artists looking to build their careers, the festival caters for everyone and includes theatre, comedy, dance, physical theatre, circus, cabaret, children's shows, musicals, opera, music, spoken word, exhibitions and events. (Edfringe.com, 2023)
Audition Info
All audition materials should be submitted to
dusk.musical@gmail.com by May 12, 2023.* We are requesting the following:
16-bar cut of a song within your usual vocal range
A dramatic monologue
A comedic monologue
Completed audition form:
https://forms.gle/CxcQoJixfMwsLpQq6
*We will be contacting performers regarding callbacks on a rolling schedule, so please make sure to stay up to date with your emails!
Character Descriptions
R COLLINS - Co-narrator. 8/9 years-old. Bia and Edwin’s half-human, half-vampire daughter. Stubborn, sassy, and oh so curious. She provides the healthy level of criticism this plot deserves.
BIA COLLINS - Co-narrator. Immortal 18 year-old version of Bia Stork. Reluctant first-time mom and story-teller. Vampire.
BIA STORK Soprano, Mezzo-soprano (G3-Eb5)
17. Protagonist and uncomfortable new kid. Extremely socially-awkward; a bit clumsy. She’s “not like other girls,” which seems to make her more desirable. Human.
EDWIN Tenor (C3-G4)
Eternally 17; eternally stressed out. Very broody and conflicted. He struggles with a personal sense of morality and existentialism. Bia’s love interest. Vampire.
CHUCK STORK/DR. DAD Tenor (C#3-A4)
Late 40s. Bia’s dad. He loves baseball, fishing, and…Dr. Dad? He’s new to the whole parenting thing; evidenced by his palpably awkward (yet endearing) relationship with Bia. Human.
Immortal 20-something. Collins family patriarch. Supportive father and loving husband. The town’s lead surgeon. He has amazing patience and self-control, and a special soft spot for Edwin. Vampire.
MOM Mezzo-soprano/Soprano (A3-C#5)
Immortal 20-something. Collins family matriarch. Doting wife and mother. Extremely nurturing and gentle. ‘50s housewife ideal. Vampire.
ROSLYN Mezzo-soprano, Alto (A3-C5)
Immortal teen. Edwin’s intended-match-turned-older-sister. Unwilling immortal and Collins’ family member. She’s bitter, but she has good reason; imagine being an eldest daughter for all eternity. She is not a fan of Bia. Or Edwin, really, for that matter. Vampire.
AURA Soprano, Mezzo-soprano (B3-D5)
Immortal teen. Edwin’s bubbly, bossy, and omniscient younger sister. She is a psychic supporter of all things Bia and Edwin. Vampire.
EGGLET Baritone (B2-E4)
Immortal teen. Edwin’s bro-y big brother. The ultimate himbo king. He lives for gains and a good time. Vampire.
JULIUS
Immortal teen. Edwin’s silent brother and, oftentimes, the elephant in the room. He has a sordid past full of battle scars and questionable moral decisions. Best known for making Bia uncomfortable and being crazed. Vampire.
JENNY Mezzo-soprano (G3-C5)
“So hot! And perky” (vapid.) Bia’s first new high school friend (frenemy). She’s “not like other girls” and makes the perfect prom queen. Human.
ANNA - Jenny’s voice of reason. Bia’s genuine and caring high school friend. Human.
ENSEMBLE- High school students/dancers and “inanimate” objects. A few featured ensemble roles available (i.e. Deer, Bia Ballet Double, Biology Students, Jason, Unaddressed Antagonist).
Performer Requirements/Expectations
Must be 18+
Must be in reasonable condition/health to perform role(s)
Must be available for virtual rehearsal process (June and July)
Must be willing/able to travel to Edinburgh for in-person rehearsals and the duration of the run
Must have a valid passport compliant with UK travel requirements (non-applicable to UK residents)
Must be willing to participate in scheduled recording of social media and bonus content, as well as an original cast album
Rehearsal Process
We are anticipating an international cast, which complicates our rehearsal process a bit. Please expect to begin rehearsing virtually the first week of June, if cast, and being responsible for learning all choreography via videos with instruction. We will arrange all scene work and vocal rehearsals as schedules permit. In-person rehearsals will begin in Edinburgh, Scotland on July 27th, where we will meet for full days to block and run the show prior to its opening on August 4th, 2023.
Travel Commitment
Actors will be responsible for arranging travel and accommodations, though we will be better able to assist in this process once the show is cast and housing needs are assessed. The travel schedule is as follows:
Arrival: July 26th
Blocking Rehearsals: July 27th - August 3rd
Performances: August 4th - 26th
Performances & Time Commitment
There will be 21 live shows in Edinburgh, scheduled August 4th - 26th. There will be no performances on Sundays August 13th or 20th. Performances will take place at Greenside Venues’ Forest Theater at 10:15pm (22:15). Call times will be announced closer to performance dates, but actors will have the availability most days to work, see theatre, explore the city, etc.
Aside from rehearsal and performance schedules, actors will also be required to participate in the recording of an original cast album and the filming of content for our various social media platforms. Content formats include short-form performances (semi-scripted and improvised). All schedules will be taken into consideration when making arrangements for filming and/or recording.
Highlights of Experience
At this time, the project is unpaid, but performers can expect the following:
Spend a month in Edinburgh performing at the Western World’s largest theatre festival. Many shows and artists get their start at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and there are many other pieces of performance art to see while in attendance! More information can be found here:
https://www.edfringe.com/.
Perform as a member of the premier cast of a highly-anticipated, fun, production. Our team is dedicated to making this show a memorable experience for all involved!
Receive performance credits for the Fringe, vocals on Dusk’s original cast recording, social media involvement, as well as any other project-associated opportunities.
AS A REMINDER: All materials and inquiries should be submitted to
dusk.musical@gmail.com
by May 12th, 2023!
We look forward to hearing from you and having some of you join the Dusk cast soon!
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