The Gateway 2026-27 Season Equity Principal Actors - The Gateway Auditions

The Gateway 2026-27 Season - NYC EPA Revised

The Gateway | Bellport, NY

Notice: Audition • Call Type: EPA

REVISED

LOCATION

3/3/26: Updated Breakdown, Employer updated. Ripley-Grier Studios (520).

2/25/2026: Updated Personnel. 2/26/2026: removed 520 8th Ave appointment email. Appointments will be through the Equity Member Portal (New York, NY 10018-6507).

Holding room - Studio 17I

AUDITION DATE

Saturday, March 7, 2026

PERSONNEL

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (E) Expected to attend:

Rachel Armitstead: Casting Director

Lunch 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Kaitlyn LaGrega: Casting Assistant

Musical Director: Justin Ramos

CONTRACT

See breakdown for production specific personnel.

LOA

$640 weekly minimum (Ref. to COST) - 2025 rate.

OTHER DATES

See breakdown for production specific dates. Housing included.

SEEKING

Equity actors for roles in The Gateway's 2026-27 Season (See breakdown). EPA Procedures are in effect for this audition. More information:
www.thegateway.org

PREPARATION

Please prepare a short selection in the style or from the show. You may also prepare two very short contrasting pieces.

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

WEST SIDE STORY

Director/Choreographer: Vincent Ortega

Music Director: Andrew Haile Austin

Rehearsals: April 21–May 8, 2026

Performances: May 8–31, 2026

SEEKING:

Riff: Male, 25-30, G4–Bb2. A spritely, quick-tempered leader. He seeks to eliminate the Sharks and establish his own gang's dominance. Tony's best friend; he is eventually murdered by Bernardo.

Tony: Male, 25-30, Bb4–Bb2. A romantic young man and former leader of the Jets, he has found a new lifestyle. Tony finds himself violently torn between his friendships and love. Falls in love with Maria and meets an untimely death. Genuinely sweet and sincere.

Bernardo: Male, 25-35, Eb4–Bb2. A proud, strong, handsome Puerto Rican man. Bernardo seeks to carve out territory as a sense of identity for him and his friends. Maria's brother and Anita's boyfriend. Leader of the Sharks.

Maria: Female, 18-25, C6–Bb3. A hopeless romantic and innocent young girl. She falls in love with Tony and finds herself at the center of the violent conflict between the two gangs. Bernardo's sister. Puerto Rican.

Anita: Female, 25-30, D5–F3. Feisty and assertive. She dispenses older sister advice to Maria and tries to shield her from the dangers of the gangs. Bernardo's girlfriend and Maria's friend. Puerto Rican.

Chino: Male, 20-25. An angry and, at times, naive Shark who turns murderous and vengeful. Suitor to Maria and friend of Bernardo's.

Anybodys: Any, 18-25. A spunky tomboy who is desperate to become a member of the Jets. The other Jets mock her for her ambitions, but generally appreciate her company. Full of energy and heart.

Doc: Male, 50-60. The owner of the candy store where the Jets hang out. He tries to guide the Jets' youthful angst and provides a safe haven for Tony. Old fashioned and wise in his ways.

Schrank: Male, 40-50. A local police detective frustrated by the ongoing violence between the Jets and Sharks. Blunt, brash, and unapologetic.

Krupke: Male, 40-50. The local beat cop. He has no patience for the gang's conflict and tries to keep tensions from erupting between them. Regularly mocked by the local gangs.

Gladhand: Nerdy, overly cheerful and ill-equipped social director at the school dance (“Mambo”). Speaking role. No dance background.

Ensemble: Triple threat dancers, singers, actors of all ethnicities.

AIN'T TOO PROUD

Rehearsal: June 2–June 19, 2026

Performances: June 19–July 19, 2026

SEEKING:

OTIS WILLIAMS: Character is male (cis, transgender, or non-binary). 30s–40s. Black. Founder and last surviving original member of The Temptations. Never the flashiest performer, but always the rock of the group. A stand-up guy, tough, with a big heart and deep conscience. BARITONE; Strong Dancer.

DAVID RUFFIN: Character is male (cis, transgender, or non-binary). 20s–30s. Black. Lead singer of The Temptations after Al, helped take the group to the top of the charts. As electric on stage as “lightning in a bottle.” Maybe the most charismatic front man in pop music history. Doubles as Guard. LEAD TENOR; Strong Dancer.

MELVIN FRANKLIN: Character is male (cis, transgender, or non-binary). 20s–30s. Black. Loved his Mama. The bass of the group and one of the first members Otis recruited. Nicknamed “Blue” because of his fondness for the color, Melvin was incredibly loyal to the group and, particularly, Otis. BASS; Strong Dancer.

EDDIE KENDRICKS: Character is male (cis, transgender, or non-binary). 20s–30s. Black. Friends with Paul since elementary school, Eddie created most of the group’s vocal arrangements and served as wardrobe manager. Outspoken. Loved cornbread so much, they nicknamed him “Corn.” STRONG FALSETTO; Strong Dancer.

PAUL WILLIAMS: Character is male (cis, transgender, or non-binary). 20s–30s. Black. No relation to Otis, Paul was one of the founding members of The Temptations and the group’s resident choreographer. Well-liked and kind, but unable to cope with his own demons. BARITONE; Strong Dancer.

ENSEMBLE/BERRY GORDY: Male-presenting, 30s–40s, Black. The Chairman! The founder of Motown and a man who needs no introduction. Strong Mover.

ENSEMBLE/DENNIS EDWARDS & OTHERS: Male-presenting, 20s–30s, Black. Lead singer of The Temptations after David Ruffin. A vocal powerhouse with the ego to match. Doubles as STRAIGHT TALK FELLA and DELIVERY MAN. Tenor/Baritone. Gospel sound a plus. Strong Dancer.

ENSEMBLE/ELBRIDGE “AL” BRYANT & OTHERS: Male-presenting, 20s–30s, Black. An original member of the group who didn’t last long due to his hot temper. Doubles as NORMAN WHITFIELD, et al. Tenor. Strong Dancer.

ENSEMBLE/RICHARD STREET & OTHERS: Male-presenting, 20s–30s, Black. An aspiring singer who stepped in at certain performances until becoming a full-fledged member later on in The Temps’ career. Doubles as OFFSTAGE GANG. Tenor. Strong Dancer.

ENSEMBLE/SMOKEY ROBINSON & OTHERS: Male-presenting, 20s–30s, Black. The Temptations’ songwriter that put the group on the map. A legendary singer in his own right. Strong Tenor. Strong Dancer.

ENSEMBLE/LAMONT & OTHERS: Male-presenting, 20s, Black. Otis Williams’ son. Strong Tenor. Strong Dancer.

ENSEMBLE/SHELLY BERGER: Male-presenting, 20s–40s, White. Not your typical Motown manager. Character man; his quick wit and level head helps The Temptations achieve their success. Doubles as JUDGE and TV ANNOUNCER. Strong Tenor.

ENSEMBLE/JOSEPHINE: Female-presenting, 20s–30s, Black. Otis’ teenage wife who grows up fast. She takes care of their son while he’s on the road. Alto/Very High Belt. Strong Dancer.

ENSEMBLE/DIANA ROSS & OTHERS: Female-presenting, 20s–30s, Black. Strong Singer. Strong Dancer.

ENSEMBLE/MARY WILSON & OTHERS: Female-presenting, 20s–30s, Black. A member of The Supremes who dated Melvin. Doubles as JOHNNIE MAE, et al. Soprano Belter. Strong Dancer.

ENSEMBLE/TAMMI TERRELL & OTHERS: Female-presenting, 20s–30s, Black. A singer in Motown who had a tumultuous relationship with David Ruffin. Doubles as MAMA ROSE, et al. Soprano. Strong Dancer.

COME FROM AWAY

Rehearsal: July 21–August 7, 2026

Performances: August 7–September 6, 2026

SEEKING:

Claude & others: Male, 40–60, G4. The gregarious and well-liked Mayor of Gander, Newfoundland. Claude loves his work, the townspeople and his daily traditions, but he's never had to deal with a crisis of this magnitude before. Doubles as Derm and Brenda’s Brother, Eddie.

Bonnie & others: Female, 30–40, B4. A no-nonsense mother of three; head of the Gander area SPCA. When she discovers animals are trapped on the planes, she stops at nothing to ensure their safety. Doubles as Martha.

Beulah & others: Female, 40–60. The head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son, who walks Hannah to her church and prays with her. Doubles as Delores.

Oz & others: Male, 30–50, G4. The quirky constable in the two-person Gander police force. Doubles as Joey, Customs Officer, Mr. Michaels, Terry, Matty, Rabbi, and Head Cardiologist.

Janice & others: Female, 20–30, E5. An eager new local TV reporter. Doubles as Britney and Flight Attendant.

Beverley & others: Female, 50–60, C#5. The first female captain for American Airlines. Doubles as Annette and Reporter.

Diane & others: Female, 50–60, C#5–A3. A traditional divorcee from Texas. Doubles as Crystal and Brenda.

Nick & others: Male, 50–60, E4. An English oil engineer who falls for Diane. Doubles as Doug, Officer Stephenson, and Male Townsperson.

Kevin T & others: Male, 30–50, G4. Head of an environmental energy company in Los Angeles; creates the Pay It Forward Foundation. Doubles as Garth and President Bush.

Kevin J & others: Male, 30–50. Kevin's boyfriend and secretary. Doubles as Dwight and Ali.

Bob & others: Male, 20–40. A hardened New Yorker who loses his New York jadedness. Doubles as Muhumuza and Captain Bristol.

Hannah & others: Female, 40–60, E5. The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan; comforted by Beulah. Doubles as Margie and Mickey.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET CHRISTMAS

Director: Keith Andrews

Rehearsal: November 10–27, 2026

Performances: November 27–January 3, 2027

SEEKING:

JERRY LEE LEWIS: 20. Rock ’n’ roll’s legendary piano prodigy and celebrated Last Man Standing. Must play piano at an expert level.

CARL PERKINS: 24. Lead guitar player, singer, originator of “Blue Suede Shoes.” Must play guitar at an expert level.

JOHNNY CASH: 24. Singer, guitar player, a giant of American music at the dawn of his career. Must play guitar at an expert level.

DYANNE: Mid-20s. An aspiring singer; Elvis’ girlfriend.

ELVIS PRESLEY: 21. The first, and still, undisputed king of rock ’n’ roll. Must play guitar at an expert level.

BROTHER JAY: Mid-20s. Bass player, brother of Carl Perkins. Must play bass at an expert level.

FLUKE: Mid-20s. Must play drums at an expert level.

SAM PHILLIPS: 33. The Father of Rock ’n’ Roll and founder of Sun Records; discovered Jerry Lee Lewis, Elvis, Cash, Perkins, and many others. A towering and charismatic figure in American music.

FUNNY GIRL

Director: TBA

Choreographer: TBA

Music Director: TBA

Rehearsals: January 5–22, 2027

Performances: January 22–February 21, 2027

SEEKING:

Fanny Brice (20–35): Female, Mezzo-Soprano. The star of the Ziegfeld Follies on Broadway with a wonderful sense of humor. Must be a strong mover.

Nick Arnstein (24–40): Male, Lead Baritone. Good-looking but unsuccessful gambler; the love of Fanny’s life. Strong middle range voice.

Mrs Brice (40+): Female, Supporting Mezzo-Soprano. Fanny's sharp-tongued but sympathetic mother; tough Brooklyn/Jewish mother, dry funny character.

Mrs Strakosh (40+): Female, Supporting Mezzo-Soprano. Typical pessimistic Jewish mother; strong, shrill yet funny.

Mrs Meeker (40+): Female, Supporting Mezzo-Soprano. Another of Mrs. Brice's cohorts; a comedienne.

Mrs O’Malley: Female, Supporting Mezzo-Soprano. The fourth in Mrs. Brice's quartet of friends; Irish accent.

Eddie Ryan (20–35): Male, Supporting Baritone. A song-and-dance man and Fanny’s closest friend who secretly loves her. Good comic timing; a strong singer/dancer who taps.

Mr Renaldi (30+): Male, Featured Spoken. Theatrical agent; urbane with strong acting skills.

Mrs Meeker (30+): Female, Featured Mezzo-Soprano. Mrs. Brice's neighbor.

Ziegfeld Tenor (18–65): Male, Featured Tenor. Sings ‘The Most Beautiful Bride In The World’; high production style tenor.

Florenz Ziegfeld: Male, Featured Spoken. The famed Broadway producer; a nonsinging, non-dancing role.

Tom Keeney: Male. A tough Vaudeville producer who gives Fanny her first break.

Emma (25–40): Female. Fanny’s dresser and confidante; meek yet strong.

Ensemble: Strong triple threats to play various ensemble parts throughout the show.

CHAPIN: THE HARRY CHAPIN MUSICAL

Director: TBA

Choreographer: TBA

Music Director: TBA

Rehearsals: February 23–March 12, 2027

Performances: March 12–April 4, 2027

SEEKING:

HARRY CHAPIN: Early 30s. Singer who plays acoustic guitar. A restless, charismatic force of nature—funny, shameless, relentless, impossibly driven. Should bear a physical resemblance to the actual Harry in appearance and/or stature, with a vocal range and tone similar to Harry's.

SANDY CHAPIN: Late 30s–early 40s. Harry's wife; the show's narrator and emotional anchor. Smart, artistic but grounded with a dry knowing wit. ALTO.

TOM CHAPIN: Mid 30s. Singer who plays acoustic guitar. Harry’s younger brother who reads as the more mature one. TENOR.

STEVE CHAPIN: Early 30s. Singer with keyboard chops. Harry’s youngest brother; excitable and enthusiastic. TENOR.

JOHN “BIG JOHN” WALLACE: Late 30s. Singer who plays bass guitar. Harry's childhood friend from Brooklyn; deep-voiced, deadpan, wise-cracking. BARITONE with multi-octave range including legit classical sound and falsetto.

CHARACTER TRACKS (2): Two male-identifying characters who sing and will double as roles such as Bill Ayres (Catholic priest turned rock radio host), Senator Pat Leahy, Sandy's First Husband, Clive Davis and Jac Holzman (rival record label heads), and President Jimmy Carter, among others.