ACT of Connecticut
CONTRACT
SPT $451 weekly minimum (plus health and pension) (SPT 5) RT transportation provided from theater in Ridgefield, CT to/from NYC (during tech rehearsals, housing will be provided in CT)
SEEKING
Equity actors for roles in SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE (see breakdown).
ACT of CT is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to inspiring, creating, and nurturing a culturally diverse and equitable environment for its staff, creative teams, cast, musicians, crew members, and audiences. ACT of CT does not discriminate in matters of employment, recruitment, admission or administration of any of its programs on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and to maintaining an inclusive and discrimination-free environment.
INSTRUCTIONS
Please prepare either a pop or rock song in the style of Leiber & Stoller, a song from the show, or the selections listed with sheet music and mp3 for accompaniment at https://wscasting.com/smokey-joes-cafe-act-of-connecticut/. (Updated accompaniment will be available by Sunday, July 25.)
Deadline: Tue, Aug 3, 2021
SUBMIT TO
PERSONNEL
Words and Music by: Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller
Artistic Director: Daniel C. Levine
Executive Director: Katie Diamond
Producing Director: R. Erin Craig
Director / Choreographer: Stephanie Pope
Music Supervisor: Bryan Perri
Music Director: TBD
Casting: Wojcik | Seay Casting
Viewing auditions:
Wojcik/Seay Casting: Scott Wojcik, Gayle Seay, Holly Buczek, Courtney Hammond; Daniel C. Levine (Artistic Director), Bryan Perri (Music Supervisor)
OTHER DATES
1st Rehearsal: September 7, 2021
1st preview: September 30, 2021
Opening: October 2, 2021
Closing: October 24, 2021
Possible Extension: October 31, 2021
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
SEEKING ACTORS OF ALL ETHNICITIES AND ACTIVELY SEEKING BIPOC, LATINX and AAPI PERFORMERS. ACT of CT is a fully vaccinated theater and all actors must provide proof of vaccination.
F1: Female identifying. 25-35. Sultry/Jazzy belt and mix. Savvy, sexy, and smart. Strong dance ability, ballet technique a huge plus and all around great dancer. Sings Don Juan, Some Cats Know, I'm a Woman” and others.
F2: Female identifying. 20-35. High belt and mix. “The Shimmy Girl”. Strong presence but with a sweet innocence at her core. VERY strong dance ability. Sings Falling, Trouble, I'm a Woman” and others.
F3: Female identifying. 25-40. Belts and mixes. trong presence, funny, and yet breaks hearts with her torch song. Huge gospel voice. Vocal styling like Big Mama Thornton or Aretha Franklin. Moves well. Sings Fools Fall in Love, Hound Dog, “Saved” and others.
M1: Male identifying. 25-40. TRUE Bass. Sultry low voice, solid. Part of The Quartet, must be good with harmonies, e.g. The Drifters, The Coasters, etc. Moves very well. Sings You're the Boss, Little Egypt”
M2: Male identifying. 20-40. Baritone. A smooth crooner who is part of The Quartet. Must be good with harmonies, e.g. The Drifters, The Coasters etc. Physically fit with strong jazz/ballet technique. Partnering a plus. Sings Spanish Harlem, Loving You, Poison Ivy;”
M3: Male identifying. 20-35. 2nd Tenor. Energetic, leader of the group; part of The Quartet, must be good with harmonies, e.g. The Drifters, The Coasters, etc.; Physically fit and moves very well. Sings Stand by Me, Youngblood, Love Potion #9”.
M4: Male identifying. 20-35. Tenor. Bright comic energy. Part of The Quartet, must be good with harmonies, e.g. The Drifters, The Coasters etc.; Physically fit and moves very well. Carries most of the comedy in the show, but also has dramatic turn with a killer falsetto for “I Who Have Nothing”, also sings “D.W. Washburn”, “Searchin’”
M5: Male identifying. 20-35. 2nd Tenor. Genuinely suave…like Elvis! True rock 'n roll voice and very strong mover; must be very good with harmonies because he joins the quartet for some numbers, physically fit. Sings Jailhouse Rock, Kansas City, Ruby”
1 Female Identifying understudy and 1 Male Identifying understudy will be hired from these auditions.
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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