MAMMA MIA Submission - Virginia Repertory Theatre Auditions

MAMMA MIA - EQUITY VIDEO SUBMISSIONS

Virginia Repertory Theatre

CONTRACT

LOA $645 weekly minimum (LOA ref LORT)

SEEKING

Equity actors for roles in MAMMA MIA (see breakdown).

Actors of all ethnicities are encouraged to submit.

INSTRUCTIONS

SEE PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS IN BREAKDOWN. All submissions should be sent via this link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd_BwjmsbY3c4ds67GoYbvRjFZAPwuGexDL7hD4udLJDM3vVA/viewform

Deadline: Mon, Feb 28, 2022

PERSONNEL

Music and Lyrics by Benny Anderson, Bjorn Ulvaeus, and Stig Anderson
Book by Catherine Johnson
Directed by Happy Mahaney
Choreography by Leslie Owens-Harrington
Musical Direction by Sandy Dacus

Viewing Auditions:
Director, Happy Mahaney
Choreographer, Leslie Owens-Harrington
Music Director, Sandy Dacus
Co-Artistic Director - Community, Desiree Roots

OTHER DATES

In Person Callback: March 4, 5 and 6
Rehearsals begin: May 23rd, 2022
Performance run: June 23rd - August 7th, 2022

OTHER

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

PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Please prepare a brief song. You may also use the accompaniment provided below.

Alto - Voulez Vous: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-gYbWRfPajjO6APmJCLoa5Zuq8BT_BCh

Soprano - Honey Honey: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/16Zuvjn4vj6k4rLuGfPdMLMxEB68kyWaw

Tenor - Knowing Me Knowing You: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1f4pdpP-h8NR3x6HLTK11MIMS0xBbF05h

Baritone - SOS: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1sAqfbKMzCYhic0CTQz2Jm8RE4QfMSoaj

ABBA’s hits tell the hilarious story of a young woman’s search for her birth father. This sunny and funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago. The story-telling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, creating an unforgettable show. A large cast, non-stop laughs and explosive dance numbers combine to make Mamma Mia! A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!

SEEKING:

DONNA (35+) Female Identifying - Attractive and free-spirited. A former lead singer in a group called “Donna and the Dynamos” who now owns and runs a taverna on a Greek island. A strong feminist who also has a zany and vulnerable side. Principal role.

SOPHIE (18+) Female Identifying - A very special young woman who is determined to find the romance and happiness she feels eluded her mother. Has a wild, zany spirit even though she pursues a conventional marriage. Pop soprano. Principal role.

SKY (20+) Male Identifying - Sophie’s fiancé. Athletic, attractive – has given up his life as a successful young businessman in order to make over Donna’s taverna and marry Sophie. Principal role.

TANYA (35+) Female Identifying - A former singer in the “Dynamos”. Rich, sophisticated, acerbic, funny, and witty. Principal role.

ROSIE (35+) Female Identifying - Also a former singer in the “Dynamos” who now writes for and runs a feminist press. She’s confident, strong, and funny on the outside but shy underneath. Kooky and fun, good comic, bit of a clown. Sings. Principal role.

SAM (35+) Male Identifying - May be Sophie’s father. Left Donna 20 years ago because he was engaged to another woman. Charming, successful architect. Sings. Baritone. Principal role.

HARRY (35+) Male Identifying - May be Sophie’s father. British financier, wealthy, buttoned-up, and conservative but trying to reconnect with his freer, youthful self. English accent. Sings. High baritone, tenor. Principal role.

BILL (35+) Male Identifying - May be Sophie’s father. A travel writer with no possessions or strings. Good-natured, always ready for adventure. Funny, preferably a big or imposing man. Sings. Principal role.

ALI (18+) Female Identifying - Sophie's friend who arrives to be a bridesmaid. Impulsive and fun. Sings and dances well. Featured ensemble role.

LISA (18+) Female Identifying - Sophie's friend who arrives to be a bridesmaid. Very energetic and playful. Sings and dances well. Featured ensemble role.

PEPPER (18+) Male Identifying - Sky's friend. Helps run the hotel. Charming, loves women, always flirting. Sings and dances well. Featured ensemble role.

EDDIE (20+) Male Identifying - Another friend of Sky's and hotel worker. Laid-back, easygoing. Sings and dances well. Featured ensemble role.

ENSEMBLE (18+) Exceptionally strong actors/singers who move extraordinarily well and are confident and adept at creating fully realized, strong, textured characters. The ensemble plays a wide variety of roles. A full range of voices including excellent low-reaching Altos, experienced Mezzos and Sopranos, Basses, Baritones & Tenors. Also seeking covers for the above roles.

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.