ACT is seeking strong singers, actors and dancers for their fall production of FOOTLOOSE
The Actors Conservatory Theatre is a Westchester based non-profit organization which was founded in 1975. ACT has staged over 100 mainstage productions since then including comedies and dramas as well as musicals. We have conducted numerous acting workshops since 1977 for children, beginner actors and scene study workshops for experienced performers. Many, in part thanks to ACT, have gone on to successful careers in TV, film and theater.
DATES:
1st Rehearsal: Week of Sept. 12, 2016
Tech week: Oct 29th.- Nov 3
Show Dates: Nov 4-6 & Nov 11-13
Venue: Actor’s Conservatory Theatre
20 Buckingham Road in Yonkers NY (25 min outside of NYC)
Rehearsals are at ACT in Yonkers NY . Tentative schedule would to rehearse 3 nights a week.
BREAKDOWN:
Synopsis:
One of the most explosive movie musicals in recent memory bursts onto the live stage with exhilarating results. When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, Ren is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. What he isn't prepared for are the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, determined to exercise the control over the town's youth that he cannot command in his own home. When the reverend's rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren's reputation, with many of the locals eager to believe the worst about the new kid. The heartfelt story that emerges is of a father longing for the son he lost and of a young man aching for the father who walked out on him. To the rockin' rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated top 40 score (the soundtrack album reached number one on the Billboard charts and has sold over 15 million copies!) and augmented with dynamic new songs for the stage musical, FOOTLOOSE celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people, guiding them with a warm heart and an open mind
REN MCCORMICK (18-30) – Vocal Range: D4 to high C
A teenage boy from Chicago. Ideally, Ren must sing and dance – and he must also be witty (good comedic timing). Ren is a cut-up, a joker who enjoys a good time.
REVERAND SHAW MOORE (35+) – strong singer, baritone
The minister of Bomont County, and father of a teenage girl . The secret to the character of Reverend Moore is that he is charismatic, charming, even. Shaw has a quick mind, a loving heart and a sense of humor. All of which endear him to his congregation. While trying to be strong for so many people, however, he continues to mourn the death of his son – the one person he could not save.
ARIEL MOORE (18-30) – Vocal range requires a D with some soulish singing, ability for vocal improvisation a plus
Shaw and Vi’s daughter. Ariel is smart. She understands the rules of the different worlds she moves between and, in each situation, she plays her part brilliantly. When she’s in her father’s presence, for instance, she is buttoned-up and demure; with Chuck, she burns off all her unexpressed, explosive energy with raucous, thrill-seeking behavior.
VI MOORE (30-45) –alto
Shaw’s wife. Despite the loss of her son and the strained relationship with her husband, Vi fully understands what kind of unflagging good humor she must display in order to keep her household – and her husband’s congregation – running smoothly.
ETHEL MCCORMACK (30-45) – alto
Ren’s mother. Intelligent, resilient, strong. She has a strong sense of humor to be able to survive the changes in her life.
RUSTY (18-30)– has F and Low A, alto
Ariel’s best friend. Rusty may come off as sassy and self-assured, but, in many ways she is the most deeply romantic character in the story.
WILLARD HEWITT (18-30) – character baritenor
Ren’s friend, a country boy. Willard is not dumb. He is a gentle soul with quick fists, which are his defense against a world that he often has trouble comprehending.
CHUCK CRANSTON (18-30) – Rock baritenor,
Ariel’s boyfriend. The antagonist of the play.
URLEEN (18-30) –Ariel’s friend.
WENDY JO (18-30) –Ariel’s friend.
COWBOY BOB / COWGIRL BOBBIE – Lead vocalist at the Bar-B-Que restaurant and dance club.
(NON SOLO SINGING ROLES)
LULU WARNICKER (35+) –Ren’s aunt.
WES WARNICKER (40+) –Lulu’s husband.
COACH ROGER DUNBAR (30-45) –The high school gym teacher.
ELEANOR DUNBAR –Roger’s wife.
BETTY BLAST – Owner of The Burger Blast restaurant.
PRINCIPAL HARRY / HARRIET CLARK – Principle of the high school.
ENSEMBLE: COWBOY BOB’S BAND, TOWNSPEOPLE, HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS,
AUDITION INFO:
Auditions (by appointment only) in NYC, appointments are also preferred in Westchester as well, but walk-ins accepted.
Wednesday Sept 7, 10AM-4PM
Ripley Grier 520 8th Ave. 16th Floor.
Wednesday Sept 7th and Thursday Sept 8th from 7pm-10pm
Actors Conservatory Theatre
20 Buckingham Road Yonkers NY.
*Callbacks will also be during those hours on Sept 8th.
WHAT TO PREPARE:
-Please prepare 16-32 bars of a song from the show (preferred) or in the style of the show. Please have your music clearly labeled and in the correct key. Sheet music from the show will be available at the audition if needed, but if you have a specific cut please bring sheet music in the correct key and marked. A piano accompanist will be provided but will not transpose. Charts are NOT acceptable, NO cd’s and NO unaccompanied singing.
-Please bring a headshot/resume stapled together
SEND TO:
Please email apag7153@aol.com to make an appointment. Please be sure to include your name, date of preferred audition and time slot you would like.
-Videos submissions also accepted for those who can not attend in person. Please be sure to state when you would be available to start the rehearsal process.
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