FELA (ROLE OF FELA) - HEADSHOT/RESUME SUBMISSIONS
OLNEY THEATRE CORPORATION
NEW
COST
$1000 weekly minimum (Tier 1) - principal $820 weekly minimum (Tier 1) - alternate
Equity actors for roles in FELA. Seeking both principal performer and alternate.
[FELA ANIKULAPO-KUTI] he/him, 35-45, Black. Revolutionary Nigerian activist and groundbreaking musician who launched the Afrobeat style. Innovative, brilliant and bold, Fela has a vibrant, magnetic personality. Easily commands the room and runs the show. Unafraid to fight against what is unjust and fiercely proud of his Yoruba heritage. Very strong singer and storyteller, with high vocal and physical stamina. Ability to play saxophone a plus, but not required.
Please email your headshot, resume, and indicate location and height. Please use subject line “FELA AEA Self Submission
Deadline: 02/01/2023
Olney Theatre Center Artistic Director: Jason Loewith
Round House Theatre Artistic Director: Ryan Rilette
Casting Director: Sarah Cooney (viewing submissions)
Playrights: Bill T. Jones, Stephen Hendel, Jim Lewis
Music: Fela Kuti
Director: Lili-Anne Brown
Music Director: Renee Clark
Choreographer: Breon Arzell
6/6/23 - first rehearsal
7/7/23 - first preview
7/13/23 - Opening
8/13/23 - Closing
8/27/23 - Possible Extension
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Proof of vaccination against Covid-19 is required if hired.
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 submit.
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