Argyle Theatre 2018-19 (last 3 shows) - NYC EPA
Argyle Entertainment LLC
AUDITION DATE
Wed, Sep 26, 2018
9:30 am - 5:30 pm (EDT)
Lunch 1 to 2
CONTRACT
LOA REF. TO COST; $450/week + health/pension/travel
SEEKING
Equity actor/singers for various roles in the last three productions of the 2018-19 Season:
THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME
SPRING AWAKENING
THE PRODUCERS
Additionally, seeking Stage Managers for the final two shows of the season, Spring Awakening, and The Producers. Stage Managers may attend the EPA for a brief interview.
PREPARATION
Please prepare a brief song (1 minute or so) in the style of the show of any show in the season. Bring picture and resume.
LOCATION
Actors' Equity New York Audition Center
165 W 46th St
16th Fl
New York, NY 10036
PERSONNEL
Evan Pappas, Artistic Director (in attendance at the EPA, and is also authorized to hire Stage Managers)
Mark Perlman and Dylan Perlman, Managing Directors
CASTING DIRECTOR: Michael Cassara, CSA
OTHER DATES
See breakdown for show dates.
OTHER
Pursuant to the terms of a concession made to this employer's agreement,
the employer has agreed that any Equity member who attends this call will
have an opportunity to be seen.
https://argyletheatre.com/
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
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Book: Peter Parnell
Music: Alan Menken
Lyricist: Stephen Schwartz
Director: Evan Pappas
Music Director: Ilana Atkins
Choreographer: Debbie Roshe
Casting Director: Michael Cassara, CSA
First rehearsal: on/about 10/22
First Performance: 11/8
Closing Performance: 12/30
We anticipate having 4 AEA principal contracts available, which will be used on 4 of the following 5 roles:
SEEKING:
[CLAUDE FROLLO]
male, 30s-40s. Archdeacon of Notre Dame Cathedral and the most powerful cleric in Paris, he is the reluctant caretaker of Quasimodo. He will do whatever it takes to rid the city of the gypsy “vermin,” even as he lusts after Esmeralda. Calculating, manipulative, and obsessive. Baritenor, E2 to Bb4.
[QUASIMODO]
male, 20s, The deformed bell-ringer of Notre Dame and Claude Frollo’s charge. Lonely and staunchly obedient to Frollo, he possesses a vivid imagination that brings to life the bells and gargoyles of the cathedral. Despite his shyness and uncertainty, he quickly befriends Esmeralda. Big-hearted, and brave when need be. Soaring tenor, Bb2 to Bb5.
[ESMERALDA] female, 20s, person of color. A beautiful and free-spirited gypsy who possesses the strong sense of justice and morality that Frollo lacks. Compassionate, she frees Quasimodo from the frenzied mob at the Feast of Fools and, against her better judgment, falls for the cocky Phoebus. Lead. Versatile belter with mix/great contemporary style (E3-D5)
[CLOPIN TROUILLEFOU]
male, 25-45, The clever and charismatic King of the Gypsies. An air of mystery surrounds Clopin, who often leaves the scene in a puff of smoke. As the master of ceremonies for the Feast of Fools, he is witty and playful, but he boasts a darker, serious nature when not performing for the crowd. Lyric baritone to F#.
[CAPTAIN PHOEBUS DE MARTIN]
Male, 25-40, Returning to Paris after serving in the war, Phoebus takes up his new position as Captain of the Cathedral Guard. Overconfident yet charming, this handsome, strong soldier makes the ladies swoon, yet his moral compass is also strong, and he openly defies the corrupted Frollo. Baritone, A2 to Ab4.
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Spring Awakening
Producer: Argyle Theatre (Evan Pappas, Artistic Director | Mark Perlman and Dylan Perlman, Managing Directors)
Playwright: Steven Sater
Composer: Duncan Sheik
Lyricist: Steven Sater
Director: TBA
Music Director: Jonathan Brenner
Casting Director: Michael Cassara, CSA
First rehearsal: on/about 12/27
First Performance: 1/17
Closing Performance: 2/24
We anticipate having 4-5 principal AEA contracts, to be used on any of the following roles:
SEEKING:
[WENDLA]
Female, 18+ to play teens, Innocent. With every passing day, she grows more curious about the world around her and her changing body. Both vulnerable and a willing participant in her evolution. Explores her newly-found sexuality with Melchior. E3 to E5.
[MELCHIOR]
Male, 18+ to play teens, A smart, headstrong boy who refuses to bow down to society's rules. An atheist and radical student. Struggles with his intense feelings for Wendla and his awakening sexual urges. G2 to B4.
[MORITZ]
Male, 18+ to play teens, Melchior's best friend, a troubled student. He desperately tries to please his father, but always seems to disappoint him. His haunting sexual dreams and academic failures eventually drive him to suicidal thoughts. C3 to A4.
[ILSE]
Female, 18+ to play teens, Martha's sister, who was also abused and has run away from home to live in an artists' colony. She reaches out to her old friend Moritz in the last moments of his life. E3 to E5
[ADULT WOMAN]
Female, 40-50, Plays a variety of rigid adult roles. Characters include: FRAU BERGMAN, Wendla's mother; FRAULEIN KNUPPELDICK; FRAULEIN GROSSEBUSTENHALTER; FRAU GABOR, Melchior's mother; and FRAU BESSELL, Martha's mother. D3 to A4.
[ADULT MAN]
Male, 40-50, Plays a variety of rigid adult roles. Characters include: HERR SONNENSTITCH, the boys' teacher; HEADMASTER KNOCHENBRUCH; HERR NEUMANN, Ilse's father; HERR RILOW, Hanschen's father; HERR STEIFEL, Moritz's father; FATHER KAULBACH; DOCTOR VON BRAUSEPULVER; HERR GABOR, Melchior's father; and SCHMIDT. D3 to F4.
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The Producers
Music/Lyrics: Mel Brooks
Book: Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan
Director: Evan Pappas
Casting Director: Michael Cassara, CSA
First rehearsal: on/about 2/25
First Performance: 3/14
Closing Performance: 4/21
We anticipate having 5 AEA Principal contracts available, to be used among the following 6 roles.
[MAX BIALYSTOCK]
Male, 30s-50s. The consummate con man. Naturally animated and bombastic, he is never at a loss for charm and manners. Typically conspires with Leo. Baritone, A2 to F#4.
[LEO BLOOM]
Male, late 20s to 40s. An accountant. Boring and mousy, he is a hesitant optimist who longs for something more. Dragged into a scheme by Max. Baritone, A2 to F4.
[FRANZ LIEBKIND]
Male, 35-55, German loyalist playwright. From his lederhosen to his pigeon, Adolph, his love for the motherland is unmistakable. He is imposing yet tender. Baritone, F2 TO G4.
[ULLA]
Female, 20s, a tall, blonde bombshell from Sweden. A young and hopeful actress. Though her beauty might eclipse her talent, Ulla is passionate about life and art. Belter, A3 to G5.
[ROGER DEBRIS]
Male, 40s-50s, New York's most famous and flamboyant stage director. Surrounds himself with deliciously beautiful clothing, people, and possessions. In a crowd, it would be impossible to miss him. Baritone, G#2 to G4.
[CARMEN GHIA]
Male, 25-40, Roger Debris' faithful assistant. Carmen is severe in looks and passion for Roger. He may appear younger than he actually is thanks to skilled surgeons. Baritenor, C3 to A4.
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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