City Theatre Company 2017-18 Season - Washington DC EPA
City Theatre Company, Inc.
AUDITION DATE
May 08, 2017
10:00 am - 6:00 pm (EDT)
Lunch 1 to 2
APPOINTMENTS
No appointments necessary. First come, first served. Please do not email your headshots/resumes if you are unable to attend.
CONTRACT
LORT Non-Rep
LORT D; 2017-18 salary pending; current min $637/week
SEEKING
Equity actors for various roles in the upcoming season.
PREPARATION
Please bring headshot/resume to audition and prepare a contemporary monologue under 2 minutes.
LOCATION
Woolly Mammoth Theatre
641 D St NW
Washington, DC 20004
PERSONNEL
Artistic Director: Tracy Brigden
Artistic Producer: Reginald L. Douglas (attending auditions)
Managing Director: James McNeel
OTHER
City Theatre is committed to non-traditional casting and encourages actors of all backgrounds to audition.
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
A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY UNIT AT MEMORIAL SLOAN-KETTERING CANCER CENTER OF NEW YORK CITY
by Halley Feiffer
Directed by Tracy Brigden
First rehearsal Tuesday, August 29
Tech Tuesday, September 19 – Friday, September 22
Previews Saturday, September 23 – Thursday, September 28
Opening Friday, September 29
Closing Sunday, October 15
SEEKING:
KARLA – late 20’s, female. A stand-up comedian whose charismatic demeanor belies an incredibly dirty mouth and mind. Spunky, spirited, angry, wickedly funny, likable. She hides behind humor to distract herself from the pain of her mother's sickness.
DON – 40’s, male. Unassuming, lonely, a loveable sad-sack. He is overwhelmed by the stress of his recent divorce and his mother’s ongoing illness, but not quite out for the count.
MARCIE – 50’s, female. Karla's mother. Battling cancer with a verve and wit that masks her vulnerability. Equal parts cruel and caring, selfish and genuine.
GEENA – 60’s, female. Don's mother. Has been battling ovarian cancer for seven years, but remains brave and looks for the good in people.
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THE ABSOLUTE BRIGHTNESS OF LEONARD PELKEY
by James Lecesne
Directed by Tracy Brigden
First rehearsal Wednesday, December 27
Tech Tuesday, January 16 – Friday, January 19
Previews Saturday, January 20 – Thursday, January 25
Opening Friday, January 26
Closing Sunday, February 18
SEEKING:
ACTOR – Any gender, 30’s-50’s. Actor must play a variety of both male and female characters ranging from teens to 60’s. These include (among others) a middle-aged, worn detective with a New Jersey accent; a teen girl with a sly humor and mature insight; a stylish and fiesty middle-aged hairstylist; and a whimsical male drama teacher with a slight British accent. Skill with accents, versatility, and a strong sense of humor are essential.
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CITIZENS MARKET
by Cori Thomas
Directed by Reginald L. Douglas
First rehearsal Tuesday, February 6
Tech Tuesday, February 27 – Friday, March 2
Previews Saturday, March 3 – Thursday, March 8
Opening Friday, March 9
Closing Sunday, March 25
SEEKING:
AKOSUA – 20’s, female. Recent immigrant from Ghana. Soft-spoken, but eager to please and not afraid of hard work and responsibility. Her spirit has been dampened by a broken heart, but through the course of the play she learns to smile again. She begins with a strong accent which fades by the end of the play.
JESUS – 30’s-early 40’s, male. Immigrant from El Salvador who has lived in America for a long time. Manager of the supermarket and proud of it. He can be gruff and critical when it comes to work, but he has a soft spot for his employees, especially Ciata. A heart of gold masked by a big bark. An accent sometimes colors his dialogue.
CIATA – 20’s-early 30’s, female. Immigrant from Sierra Leone with a slight accent. Devoted, fierce, and trustworthy, Ciata is the best employee at the supermarket. Because of a failed marriage, she is wary about falling in love and opening up to men.
BOGDAN – 60’s, male. Immigrant from Romania. A life of hardship makes him look and feel 65 going on 100. He is especially loud and forceful, and his gruff attitude can overshadow his sweet and gentle spirit. He is inventive and resourceful, but sometimes lacks compassion when talking to others, particularly his wife.
MORFINA – 60’s, female. Immigrant from Romania. Bedraggled with failing health, little money, and a rough past, Morfina has little optimism left. She cares deeply about her husband, but shows it primarily through complaining about him. Enduring and patient, but also sassy and surly.
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THE WHITE CHIP
by Sean Daniels
Directed by Sheryl Kaller
First rehearsal Tuesday, March 13
Tech Tuesday, April 3 – Friday, April 6
Previews Saturday, April 7 – Thursday, April 12
Opening Friday, April 13
Closing Sunday, May 6
SEEKING:
SEAN – 30’s-40s, male. A theatre professional who guides the audience on a journey through his struggle with alcoholism with a dark sense of humor and brutal honesty. One part self-effacing, one part cocky, all parts likeable.
#1– 30’s-40’s, female. In addition to directly addressing the audience, actress must play a variety of roles, including Sean’s mother, who is recovering from alcoholism and the death of her husband; Sean’s patient yet distant wife; and Sean’s supportive and loyal girlfriend. Skill with accents, versatility, and a strong sense of humor are essential.
#2 – 30’s-40’s, male. In addition to directly addressing the audience, actor must play a variety of roles, including Sean’s father, who is dying from Parkinson’s; Sean’s concerned but professionally distant boss; and a tough yet caring detox counselor. Skill with accents, versatility, and a strong sense of humor are essential.
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NOMAD MOTEL
by Carla Ching
Directed by Tracy Brigden
First rehearsal Tuesday, April 17
Tech Tuesday, May 8 – Friday, May 11
Previews Saturday, May 12 – Thursday, May 17
Opening Friday, May 18
Closing Sunday, June 3
SEEKING:
Mason – 18+ actor to play 17. Male, Chinese. Mason lives alone surrounded by wealth, music, and loneliness. He longs to connect with his father in Hong Kong through more than their regular Skype calls. Creative and charming with a chip on his shoulder.
Alix – 18+ actor to play 17. Female, American (any ethnicity). Resourceful tomboy forced to grow up fast and take charge and care of her family. A dreamer whose dreams have been put on hold. Driven, passionate, resilient.
Fiona – 40’s, female, American (any ethnicity). Alix’s mom, overwhelmed by the weight of her responsibilities. Uses her physical charms as a means of security and survival. Vulnerable, lost, funny.
James – 40’s, male, Chinese. Mason’s absent father who lives in Hong Kong where he oversees a shady and dangerous business. Imposing, strapping, cocky, charming.
Oscar – 18+ to play 17. Male, American (Black/Hispanic). Alix’s friend and potential suitor. Oscar has big dreams, charming swagger, street smarts, and lots of heart. Sensitive and well-intentioned, but can become easily heated and jealous.
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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