Yohen - Los Angeles Appointments
East West Players
CONTRACT
SPT Minimum - $393/wk
SEEKING
East West Players, the longest running theater of color in the US, and The Robey Theatre Company—which explores, develops, and produces provocative plays written about the Global Black Experience— are seeking actresses to play Asian, Pacific Islander, for the revival of YOHEN, written by Philip Kan Gotanda, directed by The Robey’s Producing Artistic Director Ben Guillory and starring Danny Glover.
INSTRUCTIONS
e-submissions, send photo/CV to casting@eastwestplayers.org. List Desired role in the Email Subject Line & Change PDF or JPG titles to YOUR LAST NAME
Deadline: Wed, Jun 28, 2017
SUBMIT TO
East West Players
ATTN: Casting - Yohen
120 Judge John Aiso
Los Angeles, CA 90012
PERSONNEL
Directed by Ben Guillory
OTHER DATES
1st Rehearsal Sept 26 (Rehearsals Tues - Sun, Evenings & weekends, approx. 34 hours/week). Tech Rehearsals begin Oct 19, Preview Performances begin October 26. Production Opens November 1, and runs 5 performances a week (Thursday-Saturday @ 8pm, & Saturday - Sunday 2pm Matinees), Closes November 19.
OTHER
In Japanese pottery, the term “yohen” refers to unpredictable changes that take place in the kiln. James and Sumi Washington are an interracial couple struggling to maintain their 37-year marriage after James retires from the US Army. The dramatic change in routine prompts questions about life, love, and aging, as the couple attempts to repair what’s broken and decide what is worth saving.
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 submit.
BREAKDOWN
SUMI WASHINGTON -
Japanese woman in her mid-60’s. Born in Japan and raised in Manchuria, later moving back to Japan. Has lived in the United States since the early 50’s. Married to James.
JAMES WASHINGTON -
(Role has been Pre Cast)
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 submit.
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