THE WIZARD OF OZ (RSC) Equity Principal Actors - Queensbury Theatre Auditions

THE WIZARD OF OZ (RSC) - Houston, TX EPA
Queensbury Theatre | Houston, TX

AUDITION DATE

Saturday, January 27, 2024
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM (C)

APPOINTMENTS

Audition appointment slots are 1st come, 1st served on the day of the audition. The theatre lobby will be open 30 minutes prior to audition start time for signups. If you are unable to attend these in-person auditions, you may submit a video audition. See breakdown for Video submission instructions.

CONTRACT

SPT
$512 weekly minimum (SPT 5)

SEEKING

Equity actors for roles in THE WIZARD OF OZ (RSC) (See breakdown).

In a commitment to promote diversity and inclusion, Queensbury Theatre encourages performers of all ethnicities, and gender identities, as well as performers with disabilities, to audition.

PREPARATION

Please prepare a short cut of a song, in the style of the show, and Sides will be distributed on the morning of the audition. Bring your sheet music in the appropriate key. There will be an accompanist on site. Also, please bring your headshot and resume stapled together.

LOCATION

Queensbury Theatre
12777 Queensbury Ln
Houston, TX 77024
Parking in the garage next to theatre. Please bring parking ticket in with you for free validation.

PERSONNEL

Expected to attend:
Kristina Sullivan (Director)
Bethany White (Choreographer)
TBD (Music Director)
Ana Martinez (Production Manager)
Marco Camacho (Creative Director)
Denise Marin (Reader)

OTHER DATES

EPA also on 1/26
Dance callback on 1/27 (4:30pm - 5:30pm)
Rehearsal Dates: June 24 - July 11
Performance Dates: July 12 - 28, 2024

OTHER

An Equity Monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition. 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

THE WIZARD OF OZ (RSC)

Video Submission Instructions:

If you are unable to attend these in-person auditions, you may submit a video audition. Please submit your headshot, resume and a link to your audition video to: casting@queensburytheatre.org . In your email, please include your Equity status. Your audition video should consist of a short cut of a song in the style of the show. Virtual Submissions are due by Sunday, January 28th at 11:59pm.

SYNOPSIS: A reimagined production of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz.

SEEKING:

DOROTHY GALE: Female Identifying. (Mezzo/Mix) Young Kansas girl, earnest, expressive, and strong-willed, in search of something more. Very strong singer who moves well.

HUNK / SCARECROW: Any Gender. (Baritone) Plucky and clever in a pinch, even while lacking a brain. Has an honest quality. Singing and dance required – acrobatic skills a bonus. Strong baritone to F.

HICKORY / TIN MAN: Male Identifying. (Baritone/Tenor) Desperate for a heart. A kind-hearted romantic. Singing and dance required. Strong baritone / tenor to G.

ZEKE / COWARDLY LION: Any Gender. (Baritone) A mix of bravado and cowardice. Should move well. Cuddly with excellent comic timing. Vocal range: Strong baritone to F.

ALMIRA GULTCH / WICKED WITCH OF THE WEST: Any Gender. Character villain with an over-the- top stage presence. Comedic, has a killer cackle.

PROFESSOR MARVEL / THE WIZARD OF OZ: Any Gender. Older authoritative figure with an eccentric flair. Basic conjuring or sleight of hand a bonus. Non-Singing.

GLINDA / AUNT EM: Female Identifying, (Soprano) Glinda is the Good Witch of the North. Benevolent and beloved. Strong singer.

UNCLE HENRY / EMERALD CITY GUARD: Male Identifying. Dorothy’s pleasant uncle. Guard - (Baritone) Comedic, big presence.

ENSEMBLE: FLYING MONKEYS / WINKIES / OZIANS / JITTERBUGS / CROWS / TREES: Any Gender. 18+. The chorus of the show, with featured speaking/vocal/dancing roles available.