Palos Verdes Performing Arts
AUDITION DATE
Thu, Jan 09, 20201
2:00 pm (PST)
Fri, Jan 10, 2020
12:00 pm (PST)
APPOINTMENTS
Auditions by appointment only. Visit www.palosverdesperformingarts.com and click on the ABOUT tab, then click on PVPA Professional Auditions
CONTRACT
Guest Artist Minimum - $603/wk
SEEKING
Palos Verdes Performing Arts is holding auditions for West Side Story, book by Arthur Laurents, music by Leonard Bernstein, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. We are seeking strong singers, actors, dancers, and movers.
PREPARATION
Please prepare 32-Bars of a song in the style of the show, have an alternate ready. An accompanist will be provided. Please provide sheet music clearly marked and in the proper key. Bring headshot/resume.
LOCATION
Norris Pavilion
501 Indian Peak Road
Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
Free parking is in structure across the street from the Pavilion.
PERSONNEL
Creative team TBA
OTHER DATES
First Rehearsal: 5/30/2020 for Non-Union and 4/06/2020 for Equity
Show Opens: 4/24/2020
Closes: 5/06/2020
OTHER
Everyone cast in the show must be at least 18 years of age by 3/30/2020.
An Equity Monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of 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
Maria: Female, character age 16-18, Latinx, A hopeless romantic and innocent young girl that is excited and enthusiastic about her new life in America, but with stubborn inner strength. She falls in love with Tony and finds herself at the center of the violent conflict between the two gangs. Vocal Range: Bb3-C6
Tony: Male, character age 18-20, Caucasian, A romantic, sincere, and genuine young man and former leader of the Jets, who has found a new lifestyle. Tony finds himself violently torn between his old friendships and new love. Vocal Range: Bb2-Bb4
Riff: Male, character age 18-20, Caucasian, A spritely, charismatic, intelligent, and quick-tempered leader of the Jets. He seeks to destroy the Sharks to establish his own gang’s dominance. Tony's best friend who is eventually murdered by Bernardo. Strong dance ability. Vocal Range: Bb2-G4
Bernardo: Male, character age 18-25, Latinx, A proud, strong, man who seeks to carve out territory as a sense of identity for him and his friends. Fluid leader of the Sharks, with a sardonic chip on his shoulder. Vocal Range: Bb2-Eb4
Anita: Female, character age 18-25, Latinx, Feisty and assertive. She dispenses older sister advice to Maria and tries to shield her from the dangers of the gangs. She is flashy, sharp-tongued, and with a knowing sense of herself. Strong dance background. Vocal Range: F3-D5
Anybodys: Female, character age 16-20, Caucasian, 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.
Chino: Male, character age 18-20, Latinx, An angry and, at times, naive Shark who turns murderous and vengeful. Suitor to Maria and friend of Bernardo's.
Doc: Male, character age 50-60, Caucasian, 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.
Officer Krupke: Male, character age 30-50, Caucasian, The local beat cop. He has no patience for the gangs conflict and tries to keep tensions from erupting between them. Regularly mocked by the local gangs.
Schrank/Glad Hand, Character age 40-60, A blunt, brash, racist, and unapologetic local police detective frustrated by the ongoing violence between the Jets and Sharks. Speaking Role.
ENSEMBLE Males and Females to play age 18-25, Strong dancers and singers to play the Jets and the Sharks.
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 audition.
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