ONCE - submit for NYC appointments Syracuse Stage | Syracuse, NY
Notice: Submission
LORT Non-Rep
$1125 weekly minimum (LORT D)
Equity actors for roles in Syracuse Stage's production of ONCE, musical based on the motion picture written and directed by John Carney (see breakdown).
Bass/Valle Casting encourages people of all races, ages, ethnicities, abilities and gender identities to apply.
Please, fill out the form at
https://airtable.com/appGIOkIuCdCtPPxB/shreLpWmSxe73Lm5y by 2/02/24, for an opportunity to be invited to audition in person. The Bass/Valle Casting team will review all self-submissions. (Physical submissions not accepted at this time.)
Deadline: 02/02/2024
(see link in submission instructions) ,
SYNOPSIS:
Book: Enda Walsh
Music and Lyrics: Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová
Director: Melissa Crespo
Music Director: TBA
Choreographer: Fatima Sowe
Casting: Bass/Valle Casting and The Casting Collaborative
Casting Director: Gama Valle
Casting Associate: Gregory Jafari Van Acker
Initials: 2/5/24 - 2/7/24 (in person by appointment only)
Callbacks: 2/8/24 - 2/9/24
First Rehearsal: 4/9/24
First Preview: 5/1/24
Opening: 5/3/24
Closing: 5/19/24
Possible Extension: 5/26/24
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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.
The exuberant spirit of a lively pub session (what the Irish call craic) meets an out-of-the-ordinary love story in this irresistible musical based on the beloved indie film. Guy has been busking on Dublin’s Grafton St. for too long. He’s ready to chuck his music and forget the girlfriend who relocated to New York. Girl is an émigré from the Czech Republic with a tangled personal life, a passion for music and a belief in Guy and his songs. It’s a complicated business, this love. It doesn’t always turn out as expected. Sometimes, that’s ok. Nominated for 11 Tony Awards and winner of eight, including Best Musical, “Once” is a warmly affecting show that understands the power of music to move the human heart.
Note: Playing an instrument is heavily preferred for this production. Instruments needed in Once: Piano, guitar, violin, cello, double bass, electric bass, mandolin, ukulele, accordion, banjo, harmonica and drums/percussion.
GIRL – Female-Identifying, mid 20s to early 40s, any race or ethnicity, Mezzo-Soprano, plays the piano extremely well, speaks with a Czech (Eastern European) accent. Czech-born; direct, intelligent, and witty with a no-nonsense attitude; doesn’t want sympathy from others.
GUY – Male-Identifying, mid 20s to mid 30s, any race or ethnicity, Baritone, speaks with an Irish accent, plays the guitar extremely well. Irish-born; a struggling musician who works with his Dad in a vacuum repair shop; lost and a bit sad, but charismatic with extreme appeal.
REZA – Female-Identifying, mid 20s to mid 30s, any race or ethnicity, Soprano, speaks with a Czech (Eastern European) accent, sings and plays the violin well. Czech-born; sexy, funny, and smart.
EAMON – Male-Identifying, mid 20s to early 50s, any race or ethnicity, Baritone, speaks with an Irish accent, sings and plays guitar well (and possibly piano, melodica, cajon, and castanets). Irish-born. Music studio manager/engineer where Guy and Girl record their album; he is wary of the group at first, but eventually appreciates Guy’s and Girl’s talents.
BILLY – Male-Identifying, mid 20s to early 50s, any race or ethnicity, Baritone, speaks with a strong Irish accent, sings and plays the guitar well. A large Irish man. Owner of the music store where Girl plays piano. Loud, funny, and protective of Girl, but also has a vulnerability. NOTE: Any sort of percussion would be helpful.
BANK MANAGER – any gender identity, 30s to 50s, any race or ethnicity, vocal type open, speaks with a strong Irish (Cork) accent, plays cello and guitar extremely well. Seems reserved at first but is quite prim and proper but has a secret passion for music.
SVEC – Male-Identifying, mid 20s to early 40s, any race or ethnicity, Baritone, speaks with a strong Czech (Eastern European) accent, plays drum kit and guitar extremely well. Super quirky and eccentric. Loves television and coffee. NOTE: Mandolin and/or ukulele would be helpful.
ANDREJ – Male-Identifying, mid 20s to mid 30s, any race or ethnicity, Baritone, speaks with a strong Czech (Eastern European) accent, plays guitar and bass extremely well. Thoughtful and good natured. An employee at a fast-food chain but has big dreams. NOTE: Mandolin and/or ukulele would be helpful.
DA – Male-Identifying, 50s and up, any race or ethnicity, vocal type open, speaks with a strong Irish accent, plays the mandolin well. Guy’s dad. A man of few words, but a lovely and caring father.
EMCEE – any gender identity, 20s to 50s, any race or ethnicity, vocal type open, speaks with a strong Irish accent, sings and plays guitar extremely well. The emcee who teases everyone in good fun. NOTE: Any other instrument in the show would be helpful.
EX-GIRLFRIEND – Female-Identifying, mid 20s to mid 30s, any race or ethnicity, Mezzo-soprano, speaks with a strong Irish accent, plays violin extremely well. Guy’s ex-girlfriend who now lives in New York. Kind, lovely, playful, and likable.
BARUSKA – Female-Identifying, mid 40s and up, any race or ethnicity, Alto, speaks with a strong Czech (Eastern European) accent, sings and plays the accordion/piano well. Mother of Girl. A cool but caring Czech mother. Doesn’t possess many inhibitions.
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