Wednesday, November 11, 2009

New York Stage Casting Update: Nov 10, 2009

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(NEW) THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS - Open Auditions
Saturday, November 14th at 11AM. You must be signed in by 11AM in order to be guaranteed an audition. 115 W. 45th Street, 12th floor (between 6th & 7th Aves). Please line up in the order of arrival. Unofficial sign-in sheets will not be honored. The producer will run all aspects of this call. Equity audition procedures will NOT be in effect, and no Equity Monitor will be provided. Please prepare one song in the style of the show (1920's or 1930's inspired music. i.e. Ain't Misbehavin', Purlie). You will also be given a short side at the audition to read. There will be an invited dance call on a separate day. You will not be asked to dance at the open call. Please bring an updated picture & resume stapled. Equity Principal Auditions were held on Monday, November 9. Note that all actors in the production will be signed to Equity contracts.

The Vineyard Theatre is holding auditions for The Scottsboro Boys. Music & Lyrics: John Kander and Fred Ebb. Director: Susan Stroman. Producer: The Vineyard Theatre. Book: David Thompson. Music Director: David Loud. Casting: Jim Carnahan. ANTC. $428/week. Commitment dates: January 4 – end of February 2010.

Seeking: Male African American actors: 13-50 years old, who sing & act extremely well. Some roles require dance skills, especially tap.

(NEW) Peek - Holiday Show
Friday, November 16th, from 7pm - 10pm by Appointment only. Location will be given when appointment is made. Contact Melissa Menzie, ampersandauditions@gmail.com. Please note in your cover letter if you play an instrument.

The Ampersand Theatre Company of Hoboken, NJ, is casting for our upcoming holiday show, Peek. A collection of skits and holiday music. Performances will be December 19th, 2009 at the Bridge Theatre, Shetler Studios. (2, possibly 3 shows that day). Non Union only. No Pay. Salary: N/A. Performers must be able to attend all rehearsals: Tues, Dec 8th: 8:30-10:30; Mon, Dec 14th: 7:30-10:30; Tues, Dec 15th 7-10; Wed, Dec 16th 7:30-10:30;

Fri, Dec 18th 7-10; Sat. December 19th - performers will be called in the morning for a quick tech rehearsal; performances will start at 2pm.

Seeking: 2 women and 4 men of all types to play various roles. Actors must also be able to sing (or at least carry a tune) People who play piano, guitar or other instruments are strongly encouraged to audition.