Arts Center of Coastal Carolina
CONTRACT
SPT $562 weekly minimum (SPT 7)
SEEKING
Equity Principal Actors for KINKY BOOTS (see breakdown).
All auditions will be online video submissions. Due to COVID19, we are not holding any in-person auditions at this time.
All Actors must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Rehearsals and performances held indoors at The Arts Center. We are working with an Equity-approved safety plan that includes vaccination, testing, masking, cleaning and distancing protocols. Pursuant to current Equity guidelines, proof of full vaccination no later than two weeks prior to in-person work is a required condition of employment.
INSTRUCTIONS
Sides and musical accompaniment available on www.artshhi.com/auditions. Please upload your video audition to Vimeo and Youtube. Include a link for viewing in your email submission. Please state your name first, vocals second, scene third. You can submit your application by using the form at www.artshhi.com/auditions, or by emailing your audition materials to casting@artshhi.com with the subject line: KINKY BOOTS, [YOUR NAME].
Deadline: Mon, Aug 9, 2021
PERSONNEL
Expected to view auditions:
Richard Feldman, Vice President & General Manager
Evan Pappas, Director - KINKY BOOTS
Christopher Little, Musical Director
Eugenio Contenti, Choreographer
OTHER DATES
1st Rehearsal - September 7
1st Preview - September 28
Opening - October 1
Closing - October 31.
Performances Tuesday - Saturday 7:30PM & Sunday 2:00PM.
OTHER
www.artshhi.com
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
Charlie Price: THIS ROLE IS CAST late 20s – early 30s, Caucasian. Just out of university, a really nice guy who has no clue what to do with the rest of his life. He’s handsome, lovable, but there’s a temper right under the skin. Henpecked by his girlfriend and a little lost. Must have a great rock voice, ability to move and be a strong actor.
Lola/Simon: THIS ROLE IS CAST early 30’s, African-American. Has the body of a boxer, with the soul of a Diva. A scene-stealing drag performer. Has a killer voice with power blues and gospel chops. Lola dances in very high heels and so has to move well. An incredible performer comfortable wearing everything from full glamour drag to nothing but boxing trunks. Emotionally and physically challenging role.
Lauren: THIS ROLE IS CAST 20’s. Mezzo-soprano. Beautiful, but quirky working class girl who works in the shoe factory. Funny and smart. Terrific comedic actress, with great singing voice.
Nicola: 20’s. Mezzo-soprano. Character is female. Charlie’s girlfriend since school. Sophisticated looks. She is driven and uncompromising. She knows what she wants and goes for it. Must have a great pop voice. We encourage submissions of BIPOC actresses for this role.
Pat: 25-40. THIS ROLE IS CAST Mezzo-Soprano. Officious office manager who will let loose her wild side when allowed. Lola's love interest.
George: THIS ROLE IS CAST. 30-50. Factory manager keeping up traditions. Reserved.
Don: 30s – 40s, Rich bari-tenor voice with a strong falsetto. Lola’s nemesis. Burly hyper- masculine bear of a factory worker. Has a menacing physicality. Least likely to be seen on a runway in kinky boots. Strong actor required. We encourage submissions of BIPOC actors for this role.
Trish: THIS ROLE IS CAST. Female, 40s, any ethnicity. Factory worker with a husband and kids to worry over.
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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