Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center 2025-26 Season - Colorado Springs, CO EPA
Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College | Colorado Springs, CO
Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA
Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center
30 W Dale St
Colorado Springs, CO 80903-3210
Free Parking is Available in the Adjacent Lot.
Expected to attend:
Christopher L. Sheley (he/him) - Producing
Artistic Director
J. Chang-Tablada - Accompanist
See breakdown for production specific
personnel.
See breakdown for production specific dates.
Please note that all productions may have one to four potential student matinee performances and only submit yourself for consideration if your schedule will offer the flexibility for you participating in select performances during school hours (if given advance notice). Additional compensation is provided for school performances
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https://fac.coloradocollege.edu
For out-of-town artists, transportation to, and housing, in Colorado Springs is provided.
For Denver-based artists, limited housing or a gas stipend is available.
All rehearsals are held at the Fine Arts Center at Colorado College. 30 West Dale Street,
Colorado Springs, CO. 80903.
All performances will take place in the JiGÄSa theatre.
Saturday, April 19, 2025
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (M)
Lunch 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
To schedule an audition appointment please go to:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0944A5 A82AA1FEC52-56124059-20252026 . Once you have secured an audition appointment, please fill out the following audition form:
https://forms.gle/1ksXNaNrqbQP8g1R9 . If you are unable to attend, you may submit a video audition. Please see breakdown for Video submission instructions.
LOA
$625 weekly minimum (Ref. to LORT)
Equity actors for roles in Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College's 2025- 26 Season (See breakdown)
The Fine Arts Center intends to lead all decisions from selecting each play to the final bow, with empathy and respect. We acknowledge that race, gender, ethnicity, and physical abilities of the actors on stage have meaning, and we want to be mindful of that throughout our practices. Our casting process will be led with thoughtfulness and
appreciation of the artists we encounter, and any level of discrimination will not be tolerated. We do not want to assume that the space you are entering or have entered is fully inclusive of your needs but instead want to create an environment and expand our conditions that allows for your multi-faceted personhood to thrive and feel welcome.
Please prepare two contrasting monologues. Singers should prepare a song from a musical standard and may forgo one monologue in lieu of a short song. Total audition package should be no longer than 5 minutes - an accompanist will be provided. Please bring sheet music in your key, and your headshot and resume stapled together.
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.
Video Submission Instructions:
If you are unable to attend these in-person auditions, you may submit a video audition.
Please submit your headshot, resume and link to your video audition (Unlisted YouTube or Vimeo preferred) at:
https://forms.gle/1ksXNaNrqbQP8g1R9
Prepare 2 contrasting pieces and a vocal selection totaling no more than 5 minutes. When recording, it is helpful if you have a neutral background and good sound quality.
MS. HOLMES & MS. WATSON - APT. 2B
By Kate Hamill
Director: To be announced
First Rehearsal: Tuesday, August 26, 2025
First Tech: Wednesday, September 10, 2025
First Preview: Thursday, September 18, 2025
Opening: Saturday, September 20, 2025
Closing: Sunday, October 5, 2025
SYNOPSIS: An irreverent, darkly comic, modern take on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous sleuth and sidekick. This fast-paced romp re-examines the world’s most famous detective story with a bold new feminist lens. In this highly theatrical, small-cast escapade, oddball female roommates Sherlock (yes, it’s also a girl’s name—wait, is it a girl’s name? Is it even a name?) Holmes & Joan Watson join forces to emerge from pandemic fog as a deeply codependent, quasi-dysfunctional Odd Couple adventure duo—solving mysteries and kicking butts, until they come face to face with a villain who seems to have all of the answers.
All the characters must have excellent diction and an adequate British accent.
SHERLOCK HOLMES — 30s-40s, female-identifying. A once-in-a-generation genius. Eccentric. Focused, to a fault. Can be less-than-sensitive. Always playing psychological 3-D chess; operating on a totally different level than civilians. Like many geniuses, has a megalomaniac streak. Gets bored easily; likes applause; sometimes accused of being unfeeling. LOVES costumes and drama.
DR. JOAN WATSON — 30s-40s, female-identifying. American. Formerly type-A high-achiever. Recently divorced; struggling to find herself, feels broken. Reflexively defensive. Once had great bedside manner. Sometimes accused of being a loser; is not a loser. Wry. Smart.
IRENE ADLER / MRS. HUDSON / MRS. DREBBER — Late 20s-40s, female-identifying. Irene Adler: A whip-smart, super-charming sex worker finding success at the highest levels. Always playing psychological 3-D chess; operating on a totally different level than civilians. Has incredible charm, confidence, and wit, and she knows it—uses it without mercy. You may want to be Irene, or you may want to be with Irene; but you can’t ignore her. Mrs. Hudson: Holmes & Watson’s long-suffering landlady. Mrs. Drebber: Seemingly an ordinary housewife. Somebody you would be very wise not to underestimate.
MORIARTY / LESTRADE / ELLIOT MONK — 30s-50s, male-identifying. Moriarty: A criminal so great you’ve never heard of him. A master blackmailer; knows just when to play his cards. Always playing psychological 3-D chess; operating on a different level than civilians. Wears many masks. A professional. Amoral, but you’d like him. Lestrade: An inspector new to his position at Scotland Yard. Not very imaginative. Often says the wrong thing. Elliot Monk: An amoral tech billionaire from Texas.
MARY POPPINS
Music and Lyrics by Robert B. Sherman, Richard M. Sherman, George Stiles, Anthony Drewe Book by: Julian Fellowes
Based on the book by P.L. Travers
Director: Kelly Van Oosbree
First Rehearsal: Friday, October 17, 2025
First Tech: Saturday, November 8, 2025
First Preview: Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Opening: Saturday, November 22, 2025
Closing: Sunday, December 28, 2025
SYNOPSIS: Based on P.L. Travers’ beloved book series of the same name, Mary Poppins became an immediate hit when it premiered as a movie musical in 1964. Forty years later, Cameron Macintosh conceived of an enchanting stage musical that combines elements of Disney’s film with material inspired by Travers’ books. In the musical, Bert, a jack-of-all-trades, invites us into the world of London, England in 1910 — and, specifically, into the dysfunctional home of the Banks family. Jane and Michael, the young Banks children, have sent yet another nanny packing, dismissing these children as hopelessly and irrevocably spoiled and misbehaved. With a father who works constantly and mother who is always distracted, Jane and Michael have suffered without strong caretaking forces in their lives. Then the magical Mary Poppins flies in on the wind, bringing with her a combination of whimsy, magic, and disciplined common sense to the children’s lives. Together, they go on memorable and magical adventures — and also learn the importance of a tidy nursery and of taking the medicine they need (with a spoonful of sugar, of course.) Mary Poppins’ transformational influence does not stop with the children — eventually, she teaches the grown-ups, as well, to open up and realize that “anything can happen if you let it.”
Mary Poppins: Jane and Michael Banks's new nanny. She is extraordinary and strange, neat and tidy, delightfully vain yet particular, and sometimes a little frightening but always exciting. She is practically perfect in every way and always means what she says. A mezzo soprano with strong top notes, she should be able to move well. She can have a more traditional soprano sound, but precision and diction is the key. Gender: Female-presenting. Age: 20s. Vocal range top: C6. Vocal range bottom: Gb3
Bert: The narrator of the story; is a good friend to Mary Poppins. An everyman, Bert has many occupations, including hurdy-gurdy player, sidewalk artist and chimney sweep. Bert watches over the children as well as the goings on in Cherry Tree Lane. He has charm, speaks with a Cockney accent and is a song-and-dance man. Gender: Male-presenting. Age: 30 to 35. Vocal range top: F#4. Vocal range bottom: B2
George Banks: The father to Jane and Michael Banks, is a banker to the very fiber of his being. Demanding precision and order in his household, he is a pipe-and-slippers man who doesn't have much to do with his children and believes that he had the perfect upbringing by his nanny, the cruel Miss Andrew. His emotional armor, however, conceals a sensitive soul. A baritone, George may speak-sing as necessary. Gender: Male-presenting. Age: 40 to 45. Vocal range top: Eb4. Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Winifred Banks: George's wife and Jane and Michael's mother. A former actress, she is loving and distracted homemaker who is busy trying to live up to her husband's desire to only associate with the best people as well as be the model wife and mother. She suffers from the conflicting feelings that she's not up to the job of being Mrs. Banks, yet, she is, and more. She has great warmth and simplicity to her tone. Gender: Female-presenting. Age: 30 to 35. Vocal range top: D5. Vocal range bottom: A3
Jane: The high-spirited daughter of Mr. and Mr. Banks is bright and precocious but can be willful and inclined to snobbishness. Gender: Female-presenting. Age: 11 to 12. Vocal range top: F#5. Vocal range bottom: A3
Michael: The cute and cheeky son of Mr. and Mrs. Banks. Excitable and naughty, he adores his father and tries to be like him. Both he and Jane misbehave in order to get the attention of their parents. Gender: Male-presenting. Age: 9 to 10. Vocal range top: E5. Vocal range bottom: A3
Mrs. Brill: The housekeeper and cook for the Banks family. Overworked and harassed, she's always complaining that the house is understaffed. Her intimidating exterior is a cover for the warmth underneath. Mrs. Brill doesn't have a high opinion of nannies in general and Mary Poppins in particular. She does not have to be a strong singer. Gender: Female-presenting. Age: 50s. Vocal range top: D#5. Vocal range bottom: F#3
Robertson Ay: The houseboy to the Banks family. Lazy, sleepy and grumbling, he never gets things right and believes himself to be useless. He doesn't do a lot of singing, but his Spoonful solo can be a fun surprise. Gender: Male-presenting. Age: 20s. Vocal range top: G#4. Vocal range bottom: F3
Bank Chairman: The head of the bank where Mr. Banks is employed, is an Edwardian stuffed-shirt. He can speak/sing his lines if necessary. Gender: Male-presenting. Age: 50 to 60. Vocal range top: D4. Vocal range bottom: C3
Bird Woman: Covered in a patchwork of old shawls, and her pockets are stuffed with bags of crumbs for the birds. She tries to sell her crumbs for the birds. She tries to sell her crumbs to passersby, who ignore her as if she doesn't exist. Sings Feed the Birds. There can be a gruff, folksy quality to her voice that reflects the hardness of her life. Gender: Female-presenting. Age: 50s. Vocal range top: C5. Vocal range bottom: Gb3
Miss Andrew: George's overbearing and scary nanny. With her bottle of nasty-tasting brimstone and treacle to keep naughty children in line, she is a bully who only knows one way of doing things - her way. A soprano with an alto belt, there can be some heaviness to her voice along with range. Gender: Female-presenting. Age: 40s.Vocal range top: F5. Vocal range bottom: Gb3
Katie Nanna: Jane and Michael’s nanny at the beginning of the show. Overwhelmed and upset, she has absolutely had her fill of the Banks children. Gender: Female-presenting. Age: 30s
Policeman: A neighborhood fixture who is respected by and observant of households on his beat. Gender: Male-presenting. Age: 30 to 40
Miss Lark: The haughty next-door neighbor of the Banks family who treats her dog, Willoughby, as if her were child. Gender: Female-presenting. Age: 30 to 35
Admiral Boom: A retired Royal Navy man and neighbor of the Banks family. A physically large man with a loud and booming voice, he speaks in Navy jargon and has a soft spot for his neighbor, Miss Lark. Can be any vocal range as needed. If Admiral Bloom doubles as the Banks Chairman, he can be a baritone. Gender: Male-presenting. Age: 50s
Park Keeper: Uniformed and officious, he makes sure no one breaks park regulations. His life is defined by rules, but he secretly hankers after his childhood. Gender: Male-presenting. Age: 40s
Neleus: The statue of a young boy posed with a dolphin in the park. Neleus was separated from his father, Poseidon, and misses him very much. A small and lonely being, he is very happy to befriend Jane and Michael. This role is a wonderful opportunity to feature one of the strong dancers in your ensemble. Gender: Male-presenting. Age: 16
Queen Victoria: A statue in the park. Gender: Female-presenting. Age: 40s
Miss Smythe: The Bank Chairman's humorless secretary. Gender: Female-presenting. Age: 40s
Von Hussler: A businessman seeking a loan from the bank for a shady business deal. He speaks with a German accent. Gender: Male-presenting. Age: 30s
John Northbrook: An honest businessman seeking a loan to build a factory for his community. He speaks with an accent from Northern England. Gender: Male-presenting. Age: 30s
Mrs. Corry: Owns a magical gingerbread shop. She is a mysterious woman of great age who speaks with a Caribbean accent (or any accent that would make her seem exotic). Gender: Female presenting. Age: 40s
Ensemble: Annie, Fannie, Valentine, Teddy Bear, Mr. Punch, Doll, Chimney Sweeps, Toys, Parkgoers.
By Jen Silverman
Director: Gleason Bauer
First Rehearsal: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
First Tech: Wednesday, February 4, 2026
First Preview: Thursday, February 12, 2026
Opening: Saturday, February 14, 2026
Closing: Sunday, March 1, 2026
SYNOPSIS: Sharon, a housewife, 50-something, recently divorced, anxious empty-nester, has some trepidation when she advertises for a roommate to share her large home in Iowa City. After all, she’s never had a roommate before. Her alarm increases when she discovers that her new roommate, Robyn, is a pot-smoking vegetarian lesbian from the Bronx, who arrives with a box full of clay voodoo dolls. Robyn, a former entrepreneur and scam artist, 50-something, flees to Iowa, looking to get a fresh start, find some peace and quiet, and prove to her estranged daughter that she can turn her life around. She, in turn, is alarmed to find in Sharon a nosy and persistent new friend who discovers her secrets...notably her secret stash of fake I.D.s and former identities. Fascinated, Sharon convinces an unwilling Robyn to school her in the art of the telephone scam, and blossoms as she discovers her persuasive powers to fool and beguile even the members of her local book group. For a busy, idyllic time, the two women enjoy a friendship while raking in the cash. But when their connection deepens into an attraction, Robyn must make a choice to keep them both safe. Jen Silverman’s poignant, hilarious one-act The Roommate is a powerful story about personal transformation, life transitions, love, friendship, and identity.
This show has been pre-cast; neither role is available
SHARON – Female-presenting, 50s
ROBYN – Female-presenting, 50s
Music by Alanis Morissette, Glen Ballard
Lyrics by Alanis Morissette, Glen Ballard
Book by: Diablo Cody
Director: To be announced
First Rehearsal: Tuesday, March 31, 2026
First Tech: Wednesday, April 22, 2026
First Preview: Thursday, April 30, 2026
Opening: Saturday, May 2, 2026
Closing: Sunday, May 24, 2026
SYNOPSIS: Based around the music of Alanis Morisette, Jagged Little Pill centers on the Healy family: MJ and Steve and their teenage children Frankie and Nick. The Healy’s appear to be the picture perfect family in their competitive Connecticut suburban neighborhood. Yet pictures can be deceiving. Despite her efforts to keep up appearances, MJ battles a growing addiction to opiates following a car accident and battles with trauma in her past that she has not yet come to terms with. Steve watches his wife become increasingly withdrawn and distant from him, without knowing why. Meanwhile their children are battling challenges of their own. Frankie is determined to find her own voice and discover her sexuality, while Nick must balance the pressure of his parents to do well against exposing his own faults in order to make sure justice is served. Exploring a range of sensitive issues, including rape, sexuality, addiction, and racism, Jagged Little Pill presents a vivid, messy, and chaotic portrayal of a modern-day family who deal with their pain and try to heal.
MARY JANE – An affluent, middle-aged white woman
FRANKIE – Sixteen years old, Black female with a flamboyant/artistic style
STEVE – A middle-aged white man with a clean-cut, corporate appearance
NICK – Eighteen years old, athletic white male
BELLA – A free-spirited teenage girl
JO – AFAB (assigned female at birth), sixteen years old, experimenting with their gender presentation PHOENIX – A sixteen-year-old boy
ENSEMBLE: Including the featured roles:
ANDREW
DR. GARDNER
DR. WOODSON
JILL, COURTNEY & DENISE – Three moms
ANGIE – Jo’s mom
LILY, DANNI, CHARLIE, LANCER, KELSEY & PHOEBE – Other teenage students PHARMACIST
TEACHER
BARISTA
RECEPTIONIST
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