Theatreworks USA
CONTRACT
TYA $505 weekly minimum This is a tour contract.
SEEKING
Equity actors for roles in DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL (see breakdown).
TheaterWorksUSA is seeking a diverse company of versatile actors with comedic flair. Performers of all ethnic backgrounds and gender identities are encouraged to submit. This is a MUSICAL. All characters SING!
TheaterWorksUSA serves a diverse, nationwide audience and strives to hire actors and staff that reflect the diversity of our audience. We encourage candidates from communities that have been historically underrepresented to apply. TheaterWorksUSA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer.
INSTRUCTIONS
Prepare a brief contemporary musical theatre song. You may also use the accompaniment at https://www.dropbox.com/sh/z1gtqr24rgsmri5/AACUa--gkN_oBwWVf4YXwUGfa?dl=0 . Please submit your headshot/resume ( as PDF's) and video submission (YouTube or Vimeo link preferred) at https://airtable.com/shrtWTTQXnkBx1uDM . If unable to use the provided link, performers may submit by emailing hello@kelsaymoralescompany.com.
Deadline: Tue, Jun 7, 2022
PERSONNEL
Producer: TheaterWorksUSA
Artistic Director: Barbara Pasternack
Executive Director: Michael Harrington
Associate Producer: Paige Gober
Director: TBA
Choreographer: TBA
Book: Kevin Del Aguila
Lyrics: Kevin Del Aguila
Music: Brad Alexander
Casting Director: Kayla Kelsay Morales & Joshian Morales, Kelsay + Morales Company
OTHER DATES
Rehearsal: August 1-19th in Orlando
Opening: August 19, 2022 (Subject to change)
Closing: December 23, 2022 (Subject to change)
OTHER
ALL ACTORS MUST BE AVAILABLE TO AUDITION, REHEARSE, AND TRAVEL FROM ORLANDO, FL.
ALL ACTORS WILL BE SIGNED AS ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGERS and will be required, as such, to lift scenery and sound equipment during daily load-in and load outs.
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
Dog Man: The Musical is a hilarious musical based on The New York Times #1 bestselling series from Dav Pilkey, the creator of Captain Underpants, and features the crime-biting canine who is part dog, part man, and ALL HERO!
Storyline: Best buds George and Harold have been creating comics for years, but now that they’re in 5th grade, they figure it's time to level up and write a musical based on their favorite character, Dog Man, the crime-biting sensation who is part dog, part man, and ALL HERO!! How hard could it be? With the head of a dog and the body of a policeman, Dog Man loves to fight crime and chew on the furniture. But while trying his best to be a good boy, can he save the city from Flippy the cyborg fish and his army of Beasty Buildings? Can he catch Petey, the world’s most evil cat, who has cloned himself to exact revenge on the doggy do-gooder? And will George and Harold finish their show before lunchtime?? Find out in this epic musical adventure featuring the hilarity and heart of Dav Pilkey’s beloved characters.
The show is written by Kevin Del Aguila and Brad Alexander, who collaborated on the Emmy-winning series Peg + Cat on PBS; TheaterWorksUSA’s Click, Clack, Moo; and Clifford The Big Red Dog on PBS and Amazon. Jen Wineman directs and choreographs.
COVID-19 SAFETY: TWUSA ADHERES TO EQUITY SAFETY REQUIREMENTS AND CDC GUIDELINES RELATED TO COVID-19 FOR AUDITIONS, REHEARSALS, AND TOURING. AS SUCH, ALL COMPANY MEMBERS MUST BE FULLY VACCINATED AGAINST COVID-19, UNLESS AN EMPLOYEE REQUESTS A VALID EXEMPTION PURSUANT TO FLORIDA STATUTE § 381.00317.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN:
[FLIPPY AND OTHERS] FLIPPY, a deliciously and comically evil fish who accidentally gains powers by eating brain dots, of course. Gargamel from the Smurfs meet the Wicked Witch of the West, but a fish. Will also double as a wide range of other characters. Powerful pop belter (C5) with funk in her heart. BIPOC+/GLOBAL MAJORITY FEMALE-IDENTIFYING PERFORMERS are encouraged to submit for this role.
[LI'L PETEY AND OTHERS] LI'L PETEY, the clone of the evil cat PETEY who was created be an evil super villain but turns out be a joyous and eternally optimistic toddler. LI’L PETEY is excited by new friends, happy songs, and everything DOG MAN. This comic, versatile character will also double as a handful of other roles. Mezzo - strong mix belt a D5/Soprano extension Ab5. FEMALE-IDENTIFYING PERFORMERS OF ALL ETHNICITIES are encouraged to submit for this role.
[PETEY AND OTHERS] PETEY, the world’s most evil cat who clones himself to exact revenge on the doggy do-gooder. A deliciously criminal cat. Strong high belt and vocal versatility. Baritenor - full voice to Ab4. MALE-IDENTIFYING PERFORMERS OF ALL ETHNICITIES are encouraged to submit for this role.
[DOG MAN] The nonverbal but incredibly physical and comedic DOG MAN, who with the head of a dog and the body of a cop, loves to fight crime and chew on the furniture. This character brings this part dog, part man, all hero” to life. Clowning experience a plus, as is a deep understanding of the doggie brain. Baritone-belt to an E4. MALE-IDENTIFYING PERFORMERS OF ALL ETHNICITIES are encouraged to submit for this role.
[GEORGE AND OTHERS] The naturally cheery and energetic GEORGE. Now that he’s in 5th grade, it’s time level up and write a musical with his best bud HAROLD, based on their favorite character, DOG MAN, the crime biting sensation who is part dog, part man, and ALL HERO! Will also double as a wide range of other characters. Baritone-belt to E4. BIPOC+/GLOBAL MAJORITY MALE-IDENTIFYING PERFORMERS are encouraged to submit for this role.
[HAROLD AND OTHERS] The naturally cheery and energetic HAROLD. Now that he’s in 5th grade, it’s time level up and write a musical with his best bud GEORGE, based on their favorite character, DOG MAN, the crime biting sensation who is part dog, part man, and ALL HERO!! Will also double as a wide range of other characters. Tenor-strong belt to Bb4. BIPOC+/GLOBAL MAJORITY MALE-IDENTIFYING PERFORMERS are encouraged to submit for this role.
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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