AMERICAN STAGE COMPANY 2023-24 SPT SEASON - ST. PETERSBURG EPA
AMERICAN STAGE COMPANY (FL)
American Stage Company
163 3rd St N
St Petersburg, FL 33701
Sun, May 7, 2023
12:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EDT)
Break: 4:00-5:00PM
Equity members may schedule an appointment via Auditions Manager: https://auditionsmanager.com/registration.php?AU=eWUrcr921 . Non-Equity actors may email to be placed on a waiting list by emailing auditions@americanstage.org
SPT
$608 weekly minimum (SPT 7)
Equity actors for roles in American Stage Company's 2023-24 SPT Season (see breakdown).
American Stage will endeavor to be a vital and needed arts leader, with an authentic respect for its artists, staff and community. We are an arts organization, with a call to serve the community through powerful, bold and engaging artistry.
We are committed to creating a healthy and inclusive space for artists of all cultures and backgrounds to share their full humanity, during this exciting but challenging time. We choose to build upon our legacy and create a new American Stage that enriches and embodies the rich diversity and cultural tapestry of America and truly reflects the American experience.
Please prepare two contrasting monologues not exceeding 3 minutes OR a 90 second monologue and brief cut of a song that showcases your vocal strengths. If you are unable to attend auditions, see video submission instructions in
Expected to attend:
Helen Murray, Producing Artistic Director
Patrick Arthur Jackson, Associate Artistic Producer
Alexa Perez, Artistic Fellow
Marygrace McManus, Arts Administration Fellow
Alexandria Blaha, Company Manager
See production dates in breakdown.
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An Equity Monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of 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.
Equity encourages everyone participating in the auditions to wear a two-ply cloth face mask, surgical mask, singer’s mask or respirator (N95, KN95 or KF94). Single-ply face masks, gaiters and bandanas are not recommended. Singer’s masks can be found at www.broadwayreliefproject.com/singersmask.
Equity encourages members to prepare for their audition prior to arriving at the audition venue, to the extent that they can (e.g., get dressed, hair/make-up, etc.) to avoid crowding in bathrooms and dressing rooms.
Holding/Audition room information:
The audition room can accommodate no more than 26 individuals at a time.
The holding room can accommodate no more than 41 individuals at a time.
Video submission instructions:
American Stage is accepting video submissions for Equity members who are unable to attend auditions in person: https://auditionsmanager.com/submission.php?AU=mGnrbI940 . Video submissions will close on May 8th and will be reviewed after in person auditions occur. Please submit the following:
1. Slate: Name, Union Status
2. Vide submission: Two contrasting monologues not exceeding three minutes OR a 90 second monologue and a brief cut of a song that showcases vocal strengths
By Paula Vogel
Directed by Helen R. Murray
Important Dates
Rehearsals Begin: September 12, 2023
Tech: Sept 27-Oct1st
Previews: October 4-5
Opens: October 6, 2023
Closes: October 29, 2023
SYNOPSIS: Inspired by the true events surrounding the controversial 1923 Broadway debut of Sholem Asch’s The God of Vengeance—a play seen by some as a seminal work of Jewish culture, and by others as an act of traitorous libel—Indecent charts the history of an incendiary drama and the path of the artists who risked their careers and lives to perform it.
AUDITION
NOTE: The Troupe plays everyone. Actors who play instruments are encouraged to audition, and if called back may be asked to show this skill.
LEMML - 35 to 45, he/him/his - A country tailor who becomes leader of the Yiddish Art Theatre of Lodz troupe Naive in his youth, over time as Asch’s company manager, he experiences the good and the terrible that the world has to offer, but he is never consumed by cynicism. Holds fast to his belief in the transformative power of performance, even in the Nazi-controlled ghetto where his troupe performs.
THE INGENUE (CHANA) - 22 to 33, she/her/hers - Passionate and adventurous and smart.
THE INGENUE (AVRAM) - 23 to 35, he/him/his - Rebellious, ambitious, and passionate
THE MIDDLE (HALINA) - 30 to 40, she/her/hers - Sophisticated, unconcerned with politics, and frank
THE MIDDLE (MENDEL) - 40 to 49, he/him/his - Traditional and conservative, outraged by “The God of Vengeance”
THE ELDER (VERA) - 50 - 65, she/her/hers - Boisterous, disappointed, and apologetic.
THE ELDER (OTTO) - 50 to 65, he/him/his - Cultured, educated, traditional, and cynical.
By David Yee
Directed by Patrick Arthur Jackson
Important Dates
First Rehearsal: November 7, 2023
Tech: Nov. 15-19, 2023
Previews: November 21-22
Opens: November 24
Closes: December 17
SYNOPSIS: From the African Copperbelt to the backwoods of Muskoka, acts of faith tells a story about the power of belief, the disillusionment of youth and the eternal struggle between good and evil. The story follows Faith, a young woman who gets mistaken for a prophet. When a revered religious leader attempts to take advantage of her plight, she begins using her ‘gift’ to right wrongs and punish the wicked. Far from home, Faith will come up against the ultimate test of her convictions in a final confrontation between sin and sainthood, morality and godliness.
AUDITION
FAITH - Late 20’s to Mid 30’s, she/he/hers - A woman who is well-versed in the bible and understands how to use it against the evil in man’s hearts. She is logical and courageous with the confidence of any priest before his congregation.
By Lloyd Suh
Directed by Gregory Keng Strasser
Important Dates
First Rehearsal: January 9, 2024
Previews: January 31-Feb 1
Tech: Jan 24-28, 2024
Opens: February 2, 2024
Closes: February 25, 2024
SYNOPSIS: Inspired by the true story of the first Chinese woman to step foot in America, Lloyd Suh’s critically-acclaimed play, THE CHINESE LADY, is a tale of dark poetic whimsy and a unique portrait of the United States as seen through the eyes of a young Chinese girl. In 1834, 16-year-old Afong Moy sailed into New York Harbor and was immediately put on display for a paying public who were mesmerized by her exotic ways and horrified by her tiny bound feet. As audiences follow Moy’s travels through America as a living exhibit for decades, THE CHINESE LADY shares her impressions of a young country struggling with how to define itself.
AUDITION
NOTE: These characters are Asian-American.
AFONG MOY - from 14 years old to advance age, she/her/hers. - She is newly arrived in America as a cultural exhibition. She is proud, but optimistically naive of what it means to be the first Chinese woman in America. *Asian-American performers with physical or mobile disabilities are encouraged to audition for this role.*
ATUNG - older than Afong Moy, he/him/his. - He is Afong’s translator and caretaker. He is respectful of his responsibilities/duties but he yearns for things he cannot have.
Book by Linda Woolverton
Music by Alan Menken
Lyrics by Howard Ashman & Tim Rice
Directed by Kenny Moten
Important Dates
First Rehearsal: March 12, 2024
Tech: March 26-31, 2024
Preview: April 3-4, 2024
Opening Night: April 5, 2024
Closes: May 5, 2024
*This production occurs offsite/outdoors in Demens Landing Park.
SYNOPSIS: Step into the enchanted world of Broadway's classic, Disney's Beauty and the Beast, an international sensation that has been produced in 37 countries worldwide. The classic story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed into his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity. Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature, the stage version includes all of the wonderful songs written by Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman, along with new songs by Mr. Menken and Tim Rice. The original Broadway production ran for over thirteen years and was nominated for nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
AUDITION
NOTE: We are casting this production diversely.
BELLE - 20-25, any ethnicity, she/her. A smart, plucky young woman from a provincial town.
THE BEAST - 30-40, any ethnicity, he/him. Master of the castle who used to be a prince.
MAURICE - 55-65, any ethnicity, he/him. An inventor and Belle’s father.
GASTON - 30-40, any ethnicity, he/him. A pompous and dim-witted “ladies man”.
LEFOU - 25-40, any ethnicity, he/him. A dim-witted lackey to Gaston.
COGSWORTH - 40-55, any ethnicity, he/him. An English major-domo of the castle who is becoming a mantle clock.
LUMIERE - 35-45, any ethnicity, he/him. A French mâitre d’ who is becoming a candelabra.
MRS. POTTS - 45-55, any ethnicity, she/her. A cook who is becoming a teapot.
CHIP - 7-10, he/him. any ethnicity, Mrs. Pott’s son, who is becoming a teacup. Role will be double cast.
BABETTE - 25-35, any ethnicity, she/her. A maid who is becoming a feather duster.
MADAME DE LA GRANDE BOUCHE - 40-55, any ethnicity, she/her. An opera singer who is becoming a wardrobe.
MONSIEUR D’ARQUE - 35-55, any ethnicity, he/him. Proprietor of the lunatic asylum.
CHORUS/ENSEMBLE - 20-65, any ethnicity, any gender. The Narrator, Villagers, Castle Staff, Old Beggar Woman, Wolves and Young Prince. (These roles will be auditioned for at a later time)
Book by John Cameron Mitchell
Music and Lyrics by Steven Trask
Directed by Kirsten Kelly
Important Dates
First Rehearsal: April 23, 2024
Tech: May 1-5, 2024
Previews: May 15-16, 2024
Opens: May 17, 2024
Closes: June 17, 2024
SYNOPSIS: “Internationally ignored song stylist” Hedwig Schmidt is an East German rock ‘n’ roll goddess who also happens to be the victim of a botched sex-change operation. This outrageous and unexpectedly hilarious story is dazzlingly performed by Hedwig in the form of a rock gig/stand-up comedy routine backed by Yitzhak and the hard-rock band “The Angry Inch.” With a pulsing score and electrifying performances, Hedwig is a funny, powerful, and inspiring story for anyone who has felt life only gave them an inch when they deserved a mile.
AUDITION
HEDWIG/TOMMY GNOSIS - 18+, any ethnicity, any/any. The lead singer and musical genius of the punk rock band “The Angry Inch”, on a revenge tour across the nation. Equal parts rock goddess, stand-up comedian, and vulnerable human being. Able to transform in and out of many roles throughout the show while remaining grounded in a strong base character.
YITZHAK - 18+, any ethnicity, any/any. Hedwig’s husband and roadie/back-up singer. Is bound by the constraints of traditional masculinity but longs to explore a more feminine side. Has a killer voice but must always be hidden behind Hedwig.
By Doug Robinson
Directed by Helen R. Murray
First Rehearsal: June 18, 2024
Tech: July 3-7, 2024
Previews: July 10-11, 2024
Opens: July 12, 2024
Closes: August 4, 2024
SYNOPSIS: How much would you sacrifice for love? The Figs is a fairytale-like play about what-ifs, desires, and obsession. Follow a mad king obsessed with figs, a star-crossed princess infatuated with an inn-keeper, a young hero whose only friend is a swan, and a wiley storyteller. The Figs pushes for audiences to remember the wonder held inside a good story.
AUDITION
NOTE: Cast is ensemble based and global majority driven, where anyone can play anything. Actors who play instruments are encouraged to audition.
TRACK 1 Storyteller
TRACK 2 King/Ensemble
TRACK 3 Lorna/Ensemble
TRACK 4 Princess/Sandra
TRACK 5 Jin/Ensemble
TRACK 6 Jod/Ensemble
TRACK 7 June/Ensemble
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