Kiss the Cod Broadway Ltd Partnership
CONTRACT
Production (League) $2323 weekly minimum
SEEKING
Equity actors for roles in COME FROM AWAY (see breakdown).
COME FROM AWAY is committed to being part of a more diverse, equitable and inclusive Broadway. The producers and creative team are open to reimagining any and all available roles in all of our companies, and encourage performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, ages, physicalities, and abilities to submit.
INSTRUCTIONS
Please prepare a video of a cut of a pop/rock or contemporary musical theatre song. If you do not feel you have the appropriate material, you may sing a song from the provided material at https://tinyurl.com/CFAAEAAuditionMaterials . Additional information, audition instructions and materials: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScVI8Xu-QpUqesYoT9DLM-N3eQhupThVvh3REELDBm3_c9b2g/viewform?usp=sf_link
Deadline: Fri, Dec 17, 2021
PERSONNEL
Producers: Junkyard Dog Productions
Director: Christopher Ashley
Music & Lyrics: Irene Sankoff & David Hein
Choreographer: Kelly Devine
Music Supervisor: Ian Eisendrath
General Manager: Alchemy Production Group
Casting, The Telsey Office: Rachel Hoffman, Casting Director (viewing auditions)
OTHER DATES
Currently running on Broadway.
OTHER
Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre
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
[BEVERLEY & OTHERS] 40s-50s, any ethnicity, female (cis- or transgender). An American Airlines pilot, Beverley has always loved flying, but her world is changed when she hears about coworkers who were killed in the attacks, and when she is confronted by passengers who refuse to fly again. Also ANNETTE, a local teacher at the Gander Academy who assists Beulah and often lapses into fantasies about the newcomers. Excellent singer with a high mix/belt and soprano voice.
[BEULAH & OTHERS] 40s – 60s, any ethnicity, female (cis- or transgender). Head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son, she befriends Hannah, walking to church and praying with her, while overcoming her suspicions of Ali. Quick-witted and open hearted, Beulah loves to share a joke. Excellent singer with an alto/belt with mix voice.
[BONNIE & OTHERS] 30s–50s, any ethnicity, female (cis- or transgender). A no–nonsense mother of 3, Bonnie is the head of the Gander area SPCA. When she discovers animals are trapped on the planes, she stops at nothing to ensure their safety – but in frustration, she sometimes lashes out at her husband, Doug. Excellent singer with a strong alto/2nd soprano voice.
[DIANE & OTHERS] 50s-60s, any ethnicity, female (cis- or transgender). Diane is a traditional divorcee from Texas, who is terrified that her son may have been flying at the time of the attacks. When she finds out he is safe, she’s given a new lease on life and discovers a wilder more carefree side of herself. Alto belt and mix/soprano voice.
[HANNAH & OTHERS] 30s–50s, Black, Indigenous, Asian, Latinx/Hispanic, MENASA; female (cis- or transgender). The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan, Hannah waits for news about her son and is comforted by Beulah. Soulful belt and mix/soprano voice.
[JANICE & OTHERS] 20s, any ethnicity, female (cis- or transgender). An eager new local TV reporter, Janice is thrown into the deep end on her first day. Initially naïve about the world, Janice must face the pain and confusion around her. Comedy skills a plus. Excellent characterful belt voice comfortable with mix/soprano.
[BOB & OTHERS] late 20s – 30s, Black, male (cis- or transgender). A hardened New Yorker, Bob is suspicious of where he’s landed, fearing that someone will take advantage of him – but instead he ends up losing his New York jadedness. Baritone.
[CLAUDE & OTHERS] 40s–60s, any ethnicity, male (cis- or transgender). The gregarious and well-liked Mayor of Gander, Newfoundland, Claude loves his work, the townspeople, and his daily traditions, but he’s never before had to deal with a crisis of this magnitude. Also DERM, mayor of the nearby town of Appleton. Rich, characterful baritone voice.
[KEVIN J & OTHERS] 30s-40s, MENASA, Asian, Latinx/Hispanic, Black, Indigenous or any ethnicity, male (cis- or transgender). Kevin T’s boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, he wants to leave and get back to the U.S. as soon as possible. Also ALI, an Egyptian passenger. Excellent rich baritenor/tenor 2 voice.
[KEVIN T & OTHERS] 30s – mid 50s, any ethnicity, male (cis- or transgender), excellent tenor voice. The head of an environmental energy company in Los Angeles, Kevin was on vacation with his boyfriend (and secretary, also named Kevin), when they are stranded in Gander. Inspired by the town’s generosity, Kevin searches for greater meaning and ways to give back. Also GARTH, head of the local union representing the bus drivers. PRINCIPAL.
[NICK & OTHERS] 50s–60s, any ethnicity, male (cis- or transgender). An English oil engineer who is focused on his work, Nick’s life is turned upside down when he falls for another passenger, Diane. Also DOUG, an air traffic controller and husband to Bonnie. Characterful baritenor or tenor voice.
[OZ & OTHERS] –30s–50s, any ethnicity, male (cis- or transgender). The quirky constable in the two–person Gander police force. When the town’s population suddenly doubles, Oz helps out in unexpected ways. Also JOEY, a rambunctious passenger on one of the planes who enjoys a good drink. Excellent pop tenor voice.
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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