Transcendence Theatre Company 2026 Season Equity Principal Actors - Transcendence Theatre Company Auditions

Transcendence Theatre Company | Sonoma, CA

Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA

AUDITION DATE

LOCATION

Monday, February 9, 2026
Ripley-Grier Studios (520), 520 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018-6507
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (E)
Lunch 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Holding room - Studio 16L

CONTRACT

PERSONNEL

LOA Expected to attend: $883.59 weekly minimum (Ref. to COST)

Artistic Director/Director - Tony Gonzalez
Producer/Executive Director - Brad Surosky
Director - Vasthy Mompoint
Associate Director/Choreographer - Monica Kapoor
Music Director - Susan Draus
Company Manager - Colleen Till
Casting Associate - Lori Haley Fox

SEEKING

Equity actors for roles in Transcendence Theatre Company's 2026 Season (see breakdown). Transcendence Theatre Company is actively seeking diverse and inclusive casting for each and every single role without regard to disability, race, ethnicity, age, gender, color, size or national origin.

OTHER DATES

AIN'T TOO PROUD
1st Rehearsal: May 19, 2026
1st Performance: June 12, 2026
Last Performance: June 28, 2026

MAMMA MIA
1st Rehearsal: July 21, 2026
1st Performance: August 13, 2026
Last Performance: August 30, 2026

PREPARATION

Please prepare 1–2 minutes of a musical cut (clearly marked for the accompanist provided) that showcases your vocal range, conveys strong emotions, bold presence, and a clear, bright sound. You may sing from the show if you'd like. You may be asked to read from the show. Also be prepared for a brief artistic interview. Please bring headshot/resume, stapled.

Website:
https://bestnightever.org
For questions:
casting@ttcsonoma.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

AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS

SEEKING:

OTIS WILLIAMS

30s–40s. 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 mover.

PAUL WILLIAMS

20s–30s. 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. Strong dancer; baritone.

MELVIN FRANKLIN

The bass of the group and one of the first members Otis recruited. Better known by the stage name Melvin Franklin, or his nickname Blue. Franklin was best known for his role as a founding member of The Temptations. Strong mover; bass.

EDDIE KENDRICKS

20s–30s. 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.

DAVID RUFFIN

20s–30s. 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. Lead tenor & strong dancer.

BERRY GORDY

40s–50s. Powerfully impressive founder of Motown Record Label, Detroit native, professional boxer and veteran of the Korean War; songwriter with an acute awareness for musical talent and audience appeal.

SHELLY BERGER

30s–40s. Eventually manager of The Temptations, colleague to Berry Gordy, cheerleader, mentor and encourager of the men to this day.

JOSEPHINE

20s–30s. Belt to E, wife to Otis; embodies the struggles and strength of the women behind the iconic group, often seen influencing or orbiting the men's careers.

DENNIS EDWARDS

20s–30s. An on-and-off member of The Temptations; focused and conflicted artist.

ENSEMBLE

To play Slick Talk Fella, Smokey Robinson, Damon Harris, Straight Talk Fella, “Gloria Soloist”, Interviewer, Delivery Man, Richard Street, Lamont, Al Bryant, Florence Ballard, Tammi Terrell, Mama Rose, Mary Wilson, Johnnie Mae, Diana Ross, Norman Whitfield, et al.

MAMMA MIA

SEEKING:

DONNA SHERIDAN

40s–50s. Strong and hardworking semi-feminist, with a playful and comedic side. A former rock/pop star. Single mother to Sophie; cares deeply for her daughter. Loving friend to all.

SOPHIE SHERIDAN

20s. Actively trying to not be her mother yet coming to terms with the fact that they have much in common; quirky, playful, a bit of a ‘minx’. Convinced that marriage is a key to a fulfilling life.

TANYA

40s–50s. Bandmate of Donna and Rosie. Stylish and sultry, loving attention; definitely a “Samantha” with a flirtatious soul and loving heart.

ROSIE

40s–50s. Bandmate of Tanya and Donna. Ready for a great time, a laugh, a cry, a beer; the “Miranda” of the team. Motherly without knowing it, bold and kind.

SAM

40s–50s. Possible father of Sophie. Trying to do his best at all times. Left Donna 20 years ago because he was engaged to another woman. Charming, present, prepared, successful architect.

HARRY

40s–50s. May be Sophie’s father. British financier; wealthy, buttoned-up, and conservative but trying to reconnect with his freer, youthful self. Happily married to his partner Nigel. Sweet, kind, soft in nature. English accent.

BILL

40s–50s. Could be Sophie’s dad. A travel writer with no possessions or strings. Has seen the world and experiences life to its fullest. Good-natured, always ready for adventure. Fun.

SKY

20s–30s. Recently made bold moves to leave his corporate gig and move to the island because of his love for Sophie. He sees stars and hearts floating around her every time she walks in the room.

PEPPER

20s. Employee of Donna’s, friend to Sophie, new mate to Sky; peppy, fresh, confident. Great dancer and proud of it.

EDDIE

20s. Employee of Donna’s, friend to Sophie, new mate to Sky; goofy, fun.

ALI

20s. Sophie's main girl; used to work on the island with the gang but has since left to find other adventures. Bubbly, excited, comedic and sweet.

LISA

20s. Sophie's main girl; used to work on the island with the gang but has since left to find other adventures. Looking for a good time at the wedding; curious and crafty, forgetful.

ENSEMBLE

To play island mates, taverna employees, wedding guests, locals, villagers.