PICT Classical Theatre
CONTRACT
SPT $523 weekly minimum (SPT Tier 6)
SEEKING
Equity actors for roles in THE BOYS IN THE BAND (see breakdown).
Celebrating 25 years in Pittsburgh, PICT Classic Theatre is Pittsburgh's home for classic and Irish productions. PICT is committed to a casting focus that is intentionally inclusive and local to the Greater Pittsburgh Area. All are welcome.
INSTRUCTIONS
Please prepare two contemporary monologues of your choosing. Videos should begin with a slate of your name and home city. You are welcome to indicate a specific role you would like to be considered for. The total video should be no longer than 2 minutes in length. Submit your audition along with your current headshot & resume via the link available at www.picttheatre.org/participate/2021-2022-boys-in-the-band/ . Deadline: 01/28/2022 at 5pm ET.
Deadline: Fri, Jan 28, 2022
PERSONNEL
Viewing auditions:
Alan Stanford, Artistic & Executive Director
Monteze Freeland, Director
Sharon McCune, Associate Producer
Catherine Kolos, General Operations Manager
OTHER DATES
Rehearsal May 24-June 15, 2022
Previews June 16 & 17, 2022
Runs June 18-July 9, 2022
*no performance or rehearsal will be held on Memorial Day or July 3.
OTHER
All rehearsals and performances are held in person at WQED Studios in Oakland (Pittsburgh, PA).
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
CAST BREAKDOWN AND DESCRIPTION:
MICHAEL (30s) - Host of the party; possesses a biting wit. He believes himself to have average looks but is always smartly groomed. This role is cast.
DONALD (Late 20s-Mid 30s) In a situationship with Michael. Quick wit. Has the ability to fade into the background effortlessly.
EMORY (Mid 30s, BIPOC) - Large personality. The life of any party but sometimes lacks the ability to read the room. A wild sense of humor.
LARRY (30s) - Partner to Hank. Calm and well-mannered with a devilish streak.
HANK (30s-40s) - Partner to Larry. Sometimes passes as straight. In the process of divorcing his wife.
BERNARD (30s, Black) - Ivy League graduate with pronounced tact and patience.
COWBOY (20s, BIPOC) - A muscle-bound escort. Energetic and kind, but not too bright.
HAROLD (30s, Jewish) - Birthday Boy. The driest wit with a hint of self loathing. Concerned about growing older.
ALAN (30s) - Michael's college roommate and uninvited party guest. Currently married. Comes from a very wealthy & privileged background.
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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