The Great Filipino-American Aswang Pageant
Written by Kat Stevens | Creative Lead Philip Odango
ABOUT
The Great Filipino-American Aswang Pageant is a new play currently in development. We are seeking actors to be part of both the creative development journey and the final staged production in October.
Navigate a world filled with fantastical creatures and heartwarming camaraderie while uncovering the true meaning of identity and self-discovery in The Great Filipino American ASWANG Pageant - a groundbreaking production that defies expectations as it weaves together the worlds of mythology, camp, and high-stakes pageantry using music and scandal! This unique production is a collaboration between playwright, Kat Stevens; creative lead, Philip Odango; and RO?GE: Theater Reinvented.
The Great Filipino-American Aswang Pageant is rooted in Filipino and Filipino-American identity, culture, and mythology. Some roles are written with specific cultural, racial, or ethnic backgrounds in mind. There are other roles that will not require those specificities, so we encourage performers of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities to audition, while honoring the cultural specificity of this work. Selected actors will be asked to participate in virtual script development sessions, including online readings and discussions with the playwright and creative team. These sessions will take place between July and August.
Most, if not all, development work will be conducted remotely via Zoom. We welcome artists who are passionate about new work, collaborative storytelling, and uplifting Filipino-American perspectives and folklore.
AUDITION DETAILS
Thursday, July 17th and Friday, July 18th at 6:30 - 10pm.
By appointment only.
If you are not available for an in-person audition, but would still like to be considered, please submit the GFAAP Video Submission Form (
https://forms.gle/so1mtgRRh9GzPSxU9) no later than Tuesday, July 22nd at 11:59PM.
RO?GE Theater is seeking an array of artists to join their newest production of The Great Filipino-American Aswang Pageant. Please take a moment to use one of the respective forms below to be considered for the production. Equity and Non-Equity Actors will be considered, all roles are compensated!
MAIN CHARACTER BREAKDOWNS
ZARINA GONZALES | (she/her or they/them) A passionate cryptozoologist and Aswang enthusiast determined to uncover the truth
TOMAS TIKBALANG | (he/him or they/them) A flashy, horse-headed pageant host
WHITE LADY | (she/her or they/them) A ghostly, elegant co-host who grows in power as the pageant spiral
SOPHIE SIGBIN | (she/her or they/them) A determined goat-human hybrid contestant fighting for dignity
ULANKA UNGO | (she/her or they/them) A cheerful zombie-ghoul and secretly vegan foodie
MARISOL MAGINDARA | (she/her or they/them) A sultry siren with hypnotic stage presence
BLESSICA BATIBAT | (she/her or they/them) A chill tree spirit with DJ vibes and floral flair
KORRINE KULUM | (she/her or they/them) A magician with a big reveal
LOCATION
The Old Dominion University Theater
4600 Hampton Blvd,
Norfolk, VA 23508
WHAT TO PREPARE
1) A headshot & resume or listed document of your recent theater experience.
2) One Monologue (not to exceed 90 seconds) or you could tell us a story of a moment that changed your life.
3) Artists should also come prepared with a selection of music. This can be sung acapella, or alongside a backing track from your phone. No more than 30 seconds of a song is needed. It should be your favorite karaoke song, shower song, whatever song brings you the most joy to share!
IMPORTANT DATES
First Day of Rehearsal | Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Tech | Friday, October 3, 2025
Invited Dress | Wednesday, October 8, 2025
ODU Lit Fest/Preview | Thursday, October 9, 2025
Brush-Up Rehearsal | Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Opening | Thursday, October 16, 2025
Closing | Saturday, October 25, 2025
PERFORMANCES
October 9, 2025 (ODU Lit Fest Performance)
October October 15 - 18, 2025 (Matinee on October 18, 2025)
Friday, October 24 or Saturday, October 25th (VTA Conference Matinee)
Performances Thursday - Saturday Curtain at 7:30pm (Call is 6pm). Sunday Matinee is 3pm (Call is 1:30pm). There is a special matinee performance on Friday, October 24 or Saturday, October 25. Artists should note their availability for these performances explicitly.
To request an in-person audition appointment, please complete the GFAAP In-Person Audition Form (
https://forms.gle/xUmMd9qzc58yp42g7). You will receive an email confirming your appointment time. If you cannot complete the form, don’t hesitate to attend, all auditionees will be seen regardless of appointment sign-up.
GFAAP In-Person Audition Form:
https://forms.gle/xUmMd9qzc58yp42g7
GFAAP Video Submission Form:
https://forms.gle/so1mtgRRh9GzPSxU9
Visit
rougeva.org/auditions for more information or email Connor Norton at Connor@rougeva.org for any additional questions.
RO?GE: Theater Reinvented follows Actor's Equity policy regarding casting for both Equity and non-Equity contracts with regards to diversity: 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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