Olney Theatre Center 18-19 Season Musicals - NYC EPA
Olney Theatre Corporation
AUDITION DATE
Mon, Jan 08, 2018
9:30 am - 5:30 pm (EST)
Lunch 1 to 2
CONTRACT
COST COST (Tier 1); 694/wk
SEEKING
Equity actor/singers for various roles in the upcoming 2018-19 Season Musicals.
PREPARATION
Prepare EITHER: 1) a monologue no longer than two minutes OR 2) 32 bars of a song from your book OR 3) a one-minute monologue and 16 bars of a song. Auditions should not exceed 2 minutes. An accompanist will be provided.
Please bring a copy of your headshot and resume
LOCATION
Actors' Equity New York Audition Center
165 W 46th St
16th Fl
New York, NY 10036
PERSONNEL
Olney Artistic Staff:
Artistic Director: Jason Loewith
Sr. Associate Artistic Director: Jason King Jones
Associate Artistic Director/Director of Musical Theatre: Christopher Youstra
In attendance at EPA: Jenna Duncan - Associate Artistic Director/Casting Director
OTHER
www.olneytheatre.org
EPA Procedures are in effect for this audition.
An Equity monitor will be provided.
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.
BREAKDOWN
2018 -19 AEA Breakdown - Olney Theater Center
Olney Theatre Center is committed to hiring actors who reflect the diversity our world; actors of all backgrounds, races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, ages, and abilities are encouraged to audition.
SOUTH PACIFIC
Music: Richard Rogers
Lyrics: Oscar Hammerstein II
Book: Oscar Hammerstein II and Joshua Logan
Performance Space: Mainstage
Important Dates
Rehearsals Begin: August 7, 2018
Tech Begins: August 24, 2018
Previews Begin: August 29, 2018
Opening: September 6, 2018
Closing: September 30, 2018
Possible Extension Through: October 14, 2018
Synopsis
Set in an island paradise during World War II, two parallel love stories are threatened by the dangers of prejudice and war. Nellie, a spunky nurse from Arkansas, falls in love with a mature French planter, Emile. Nellie learns that the mother of his children was an island native and, unable to turn her back on the prejudices with which she was raised, refuses Emile's proposal of marriage. Meanwhile, the strapping Lt. Joe Cable denies himself the fulfillment of a future with an innocent Tonkinese girl with whom he's fallen in love out of the same fears that haunt Nellie. When Emile is recruited to accompany Joe on a dangerous mission that claims Joe's life, Nellie realizes that life is too short not to seize her own chance for happiness, thus confronting and conquering her prejudices.
Seeking:
Nellie Forbush: A spirited, young nurse from Little Rock, Arkansas, Nellie is optimistic and falls in love with Emile, but she fights against her own prejudices as their relationship develops.
Emile de Becque: A wealthy, sophisticated French gentleman, de Becque has built an impressive plantation on the island. He claims to have killed a man in France, forcing him to flee the country. He volunteers to serve as a spy for the American troops when Nellie calls things off between them.
Ngana: Emile’s young daughter
Jerome: Emile’s young son
Henry: Emile’s native servant
Bloody Mary: A native merchant who makes her living selling souvenirs to the American sailors, Bloody Mary tries desperately to find a rich husband for her daughter Liat who she thinks can give her a better life.
Liat: Bloody Mary’s beautiful Polynesian daughter, Liat falls in love with Lt. Cable
Bloody Mary’s Assistant
Luther Billis: A loveable and crafty man who helps provide much-needed comic relief for his fellow sailors, Billis has little to no respect for authority and is always scheming, but he is a good friend to Nellie. He runs a laundry enterprise with a homemade washing machine.
“Stewpot” George Watts: A Sailor and Luther’s cohort, Watts run the laundry machine.
“Professor”: A sailor and Luther’s cohort
Lt. Joseph Cable (USMC): A handsome and intelligent officer, Cable is newly stationed on the island.
Capt. George Brackett (US Navy): The commanding officer and highest-ranking officer on the island, Brackett is slightly self-important, but he hides a heart of gold.
Cmdr. William Harbison (US Navy): Second-in-command on the island, Harbison is officious and hotheaded. He is Brackett’s right hand man.
Radio Operator Bob McCaffrey: A sailor, McCaffrey sends and receives messages from an undercover mission.
Lt. Buzz Adams: A pilot who flies the undercover mission
Ensign Dinah Murphy: A nurse and Nellie’s closest friend
Ensign Janet MacGregor: A nurse
Sailors, Marines, Seabeas, Patrolman, Ensigns, Islanders, Nuns, Officers, Soldiers, Pilots
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ELF
Music: Matthew Sklar
Lyrics: Chad Beguelin
Book: Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin
Performance Space: Mainstage
Director: Michael Bobbitt
Important Dates
Rehearsals Begin: October 9, 2018
Tech Begins: November 1, 2018
Previews Begin: November 7, 2018
Opening: November 10, 2018
Closing: December 30, 2018
Possible Extension Through: January 13, 2019
Synopsis
Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa's permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh realities that his father is on the naughty list and his half-brother doesn't even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas.
Seeking:
BUDDY: Male, 25 - 35, Born a human but raised at the North Pole as a Christmas Elf, Buddy is eager to find his place in the world. He is a child at heart and that child-like curiosity makes him both endearing and gets him into trouble.
JOVIE: Female, 25 - 30, Buddy's girlfriend. She works at Macy's and has a bit of a cynical outlook on life and love because of the men she's dated. She is caught off guard by Buddy's genuinely big heart.
WALTER: Male, 55 - 65, Buddy's workaholic father. He is a Children's book writer, but lacks any of the childlike spirit that Buddy has. He is selfish, tense, and generally angry with life.
EMILY: Female, 45 - 50, Walter's wife. Though she is sweet and willing to take him in, she thinks Buddy is crazy at first. Wishes her husband would spend more time with the family.
MICHAEL: Male, 12 -16, Buddy's stepbrother who is excited to have a new friend and brother. Unlike his mother, he doesn't take much convincing to have Christmas spirit, but like his mother, he wishes his father would spend more time with the family.
DEB: Female, 25 - 55, Walter's secretary. Takes an instant liking to Buddy simply for the novelty of it. Though she aims to please and is a bit of a suck-up, she feels under appreciated.
MANAGER: Male, 35 - 40, a heavy-set manager at Macy's. He is a good, friendly guy just trying to do his job and get by.
GREENWAY: Male, 55 - 65, Walter's boss. He is what Walter will become if he continues down the path he is on. A tyrannical, workaholic who cares nothing about the people around him or who work for him.
SANTA: Male, 65 - 80, Just another workingman. Loves his job and Christmas, but also likes to kick-back and watch the game when a rare opportunity arises. A natural storyteller.
CHADWICK: Male, 40 - 50, one of Walter's right-hand men. He is desperate to keep his job, and perhaps the dumber of the two.
MATTHEWS: Male, 35 - 40, one of Walter's right-hand men. He is desperate to keep his job and is the schemer of the two.
ENSEMBLE: Mrs. Claus, Elves, Charlie, Shwanda, Mr. Narwhal, Teenager, Employees, Security Guard 1&2, Customer 1&2, Saleswoman, Store Elf 1&2, Fake Santa 1&2&3, Boy, Mother, Policeman 1&2, Sarah, Jim, Vendor, Waitress, Charlotte, Man, Woman
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ONCE
Music and Lyrics: Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová
Book: Edna Walsh
Performance Space: Mainstage
Director/Choreographer: Marcia Milgrom Dodge
Important Dates
Rehearsals Begin: January 9, 2019
Tech Begins: February 1, 2019
Previews Begin: February 6, 2019
Opening: February 9, 2019
Closing: March 10, 2019
Possible Extension Through: March 17, 2017
Synopsis
The story of a guy who gave up on love and music, and the girl who inspired him to dream again. On the streets of Dublin, an Irish musician and a Czech immigrant are drawn together by their shared love of music. Over the course of one fateful week, an unexpected friendship and collaboration quickly evolves into a powerful but complicated love story, underscored by emotionally charged music.
Featuring all of the magical songs from the critically acclaimed film, including the Oscar-winning Falling Slowly, this achingly beautiful, joyously uplifting show strikes an unforgettable chord in audiences and speaks to the power of music to connect us all. A show like that only comes around Once.
ALL MUST BE GREAT MUSICIANS, FACILE ACTORS AND GOOD MOVERS.
Seeking:
GIRL/Piano: Female, 20-35 Mezzo Soprano; A Czech immigrant living with her extended family in Dublin and a single mom trying to raise her daughter; direct, intelligent, no nonsense and witty. Should have something ‘other’ about her. Has had to work hard at life but doesn't think she deserves any sympathy; an optimist's spirit mixed with a realist's pragmatism. Must play the piano and sing extremely well. Must have a strong Czech (Eastern European) accent.
GUY/Guitar: Male, 20-35, Baritone. A struggling Irish musician. Lost and a bit sad, but extremely appealing. Works with his Da in a vacuum repair shop. Brooding and charismatic. Must sing and play guitar extremely well. Must have a strong Irish accent.
BILLY/Guitar/Ukelele/Cajon/Snare Drum: Male, 30-49, Baritone. A large Irish man. Owner of the music store where Girl plays piano. Loud, funny and protective of Girl but also has a vulnerability. A big man with a big personality and a big heart; looks like a tough guy; tries to be one, but can't quite pull it off. Must sing and play guitar well. Must have a strong Irish accent.
REZA: Female, 25-29, A sexy, funny, smart Czech girl. Often a bit larger than life. Must sing and play violin/fiddle extremely well. Must have a strong Czech (Eastern European) accent.
BARUSKA/Piano/Accordian/Tambourine/Melodica: Female, 45+; mother of Girl. A cool but caring Czech mother who likes a full house and full stomachs. Not many inhibitions. Must sing and play the accordion/piano well. Must have a strong Czech (Eastern European) accent.
BANK MANAGER: Males or Females, 30-49 - Seems quite prim and proper but has a secret passion for music. Must sing and play guitar & cello well. Must have a strong Irish (Cork) accent.
DA/Mandolin: Male, 50+, Father of the Guy. Owns a vacuum cleaning shop. Works hard for his boy. All Ethnicities.
SVEC/ Banjo/Guitar/Mandolin/Drum Set: Male, 20-39, Baritone; Czech; quirky, odd, and joyful; Svec loves TV and coffee. Czech dialect.
ANDREJ/ Electric Bass/Ukulele/Tambourine/Cajon/Guitar: Male, 20-29 baritone; Czech; an employee at a fast food chain; eager to please; and eager for any opportunity for advancement; a schemer. Czech dialect.
EAMON/ Guitar/Piano/Melodica/Harmonica: Male, 20-49; Studio Engineer who is surprised by the Guy’s talent. Irish dialect.
EMCEE/Guitar: Male, 20-49; Charismatic Pub Host. Irish dialect.
EX-GIRLFRIEND/Violin: Female, 20-39 mezzo soprano; Irish; now lives in NYC; she's sensual, funny, and smart. Irish dialect.
IVANKA: Female, 6-8; Daughter of the Girl. Sweet and open faced. Must be able to learn Czech dialect.
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MATILDA
Music and Lyrics: Tim Minchin
Book: Dennis Kelly
Performance Space: Mainstage
Important Dates
Rehearsals Begin: May 20, 2019 (or 5/13/19?)
Tech Begins: June 13, 2019
Previews Begin: June 21, 2019
Opening: June 29, 2019
Closing: July 21, 2019
Possible Extension Through: August 4, 2019
Synopsis
Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence and psychokinetic powers. She's unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her school teacher, the highly loveable Miss Honey. Over the course of her first term at school, Matilda and Miss Honey have a profound effect on each other's lives, as Miss Honey begins not only to recognize but also appreciate Matilda's extraordinary personality. Matilda's school life isn't completely smooth sailing, however – the school's mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, hates children and just loves thinking up new punishments for those who don't abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage and cleverness in equal amounts, and could be the school pupils' saving grace!
Seeking:
MATILDA WORMWOOD: Female, Enigmatic and adventerous: a little girl of astonishing wit.
MISS AGATHA TRUNCHBULL: Headmistress of Crunchem Hall Primary School. Miss Honey's Aunt. Once a famous athlete, she is described as a gigantic Holy terror, a fierce tyrannical monster who marches like a storm trooper with long arms swinging with an aura of menace.
MISS JENNIFER HONEY: Female, 25 - 35, a mild, quiet, very warm person who never raises her voice and seldom seems to smile - yet possesses the rare gift of being adored by every small child under her care.
MR. HARRY WORMWOOD: Male, 35 - early 40s, a dealer in second-hand cars - a mean crooked crook - with a penchant for wearing jackets with large, brightly coloured checks.
MRS. ZINNIA WORMWOOD: Female, 30s, mother of Michael and Matilda, and the wife of Mr Wormwood. She is obsessed with her amateur Ballroom dancing partner and her looks. Like her husband she thinks very little of Matilda’s unique abilities and often berates her.
MICHAEL WORMWOOD: Male, 20s, the Wormwood’s son.
MRS. PHELPS: Female, 30s - 50s, warm and nurturing local librarian who encourages Matilda’s love of reading.
ENSEMBLE/RUDOLPHO: Male, 20s - early 30s, Mrs. Wormwood’s dance partner.
ENSEMBLE/SERGEI: Male, 30s, Russian Mafia Boss.
ENSEMBLE - The Escapologist, Cook, Henchman 1, Henchman 2, Henchwoman, The Acrobat, Doctor
ENSEMBLE CHILDREN - Bruce, Lavender, Amanda, Alice, Nigel, Eric, Tommy, Hortensia
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 audition.
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