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Call Type
Equity Principal
Time(s)
Equity Principal/Chorus Auditions by APPOINTMENT
Monday, February 8, 2016
Audition Session 1: 1 PM to 4:30 PM
Break 4:30 PM to 6 PM
Audition Session 2: 6 PM to 9:30 PM
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Contract
SPT
$550/week
Location
Aurora Theatre
128 East Pike Street
Lawrenceville, GA 30045
GPS to Parking Garage: 153 Crogan Street, Lawrenceville, GA 30045
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Seeking
Equity actors for principal roles and ensemble.
This is a co-production between Auora Theatre (Lawrenceville) and Theatrical Outfit (Atlanta)
Seeking actors who are available for both production runs.
see breakdown and other dates for details
Preparation
5 minute Audition Slots.
Prepare a song in the style of the show that most effectively showcases range and vocal ability. Have a cut prepared, but bring entire song in case asked for more. Accompanist provided. Bring a change of clothes for a dance call. Sides emailed with confirmation.
Other Dates
At Aurora: 1st reh: w/o 6/20/16. Runs: 7/21 - 8/28
At Theatrical Outfit: reh: 9/6 & 9/7/16. Runs: 9/8- 9/18
Casting Directors: Clifton Guterman (Theatrical Outfit) & Jaclyn Hofmann (Aurora Theatre)
Other
https://www.auroratheatre.com/
Bring TWO COPIES picture/resume, stapled.
Personnel
Music/Lyrics: Lin-Manuel Miranda
Book: Quiara Alegria Hudes
Dire: Justin Anderson
Choreo: Ricardo Aponte
Music Dir: Ann-Carol Pence
· A monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition.
Appointments
AEA members email to casting@auroratheatre.com. If no email access, call Jaclyn Hofmann at 678-226-6226. EMAIL PREFERRED.
Performers of all ethnic and racial background are encouraged to attend.
Always bring your Equity Membership Card to auditions.
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Breakdown
Equity male and female actors for Aurora Theatre and Theatrical Outfit's co-production of IN THE HEIGHTS. The production will run at Auora Theatre in July/August 2016 and then transfer to Theatrical Outfit in Atlanta early September for a 2-week engagement. Seeking actors who are available for both production runs.
To best demonstrate our commitment to inclusion in our community, Aurora Theatre and Theatrical Outfit encourages ALL actors to audition for ANY role which they feel they can fully embody
SYNOPSIS:
IN THE HEIGHTS is Broadway’s Tony Award-winning “Best Musical” about chasing your dreams and finding your true home. This exhilarating musical tells the universal story of a vibrant community in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood – a place where the coffee from the corner coffee shop is light and sweet, the windows are always open and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. It’s a community on the brink of change, full of hopes and dreams where the biggest struggles can be deciding which traditions you take with you, and which ones you leave behind. With a gripping story and incredible music and dance, IN THE HEIGHTS is a groundbreaking 21st century musical and the next chapter in the classic American story.
*THE ROLES OF NINA AND KEVIN HAVE BEEN PRE-CAST. ALL OTHER ROLES ARE AVAILABLE**
Usnavi De La Vega:
24 year old owner of De La Vega's Bodega, his parents emigrated from the Dominican Republic and have since passed away. He lives with Abuela Glaudia who isn't acutually his grandmother but they are as close as family. Usnavi is in love with Vanessa and remains the eyes and ears of Washington Heights neighborhood. Strong actor, must be an excellent rapper and good mover. Singing a plus.
Sonny:
15-18 years old and Usnavi's cousin, Sonny is spending the summer working for Usnavi at the bodega. He usually hangs out on the street with his friend Graffiti Pete but avoids trouble. He is an extremely intelligent young man who strives to emulate Usnavi. Passionate to solve the social and economic problems of the city, he is someone that needs guidance or risks ending up a street punk. Comic actor, must be a good rapper and a strong mover.
Camilia Rosario:
In her 40's, she is the co-owner of Rosario Car and Limousine with her husband Kevin. Also from Arecibo, Puerto Rico, she fell in love with Kevin at 19 and immigrated with him to New York City. She is cool-headed yet keeps a subtle but strong leash on Kevin. Her daughter Nina has just returned for the summer from her first year at Stanford. Singing actor who moves well.
Benny:
Now a 24 year old cab driver for Rosario Car and Limousine, he once was a street punk and hoodlum, often finding himself in trouble. Kevin saw promise in Benny and helped shape him into a responsible, hard-working young man. Benny has enormous respect for Kevin and sees him as a father figure. Eventually falling in love with Nina, Benny sees a future for them by becoming a businessman. He and Usnavi are best friends. Preferrably African American. Strong singer and excellent mover.
Abuela Claudia:
in her late 60's, she raised Usnavi after his parents passed away and continues to live with him. She emigrated from Cuba when she was very young. Of all the characters, Abuela Claudia has been in the Heights the longest. She struggled to learn English, struggled to find work and in turn has helped others who have followed in her path. She is clearly the matriarch of the neighborhood. Strong belt to a C.
Daniela:
In her thirties or early forties, she is the owner of Daniela's Salon. Savvy to say the least, she is quick witted, brassy and outspoken. While she retains a motherly relationship with Vanessa, she remains the gossip queen of the neighborhood. Non-nonsense, she has built a successful business but is being forced out of the neighborhood because of rent hikes. Comic actress with string belt. Should be an excellent mover.
Carla:
In her mid-twenties to early thirties, she is a hairdresser at Daniela's Studio. Born and raised in Queens, she is a pure, sweet, innocent, and loving woman who is devoted to her family and friends though she is easily taken advantage of because of her naivety. She and Daniela are best friends. Strong belt mix. Should be an excellent mover.
Vanessa:
A 19 year old shampoo girl at Daniela's Salon, Vanessa is strong, intelligent and grew up with Benny and Usnavi. Though Usnavi would like to be something more than Vanessa's friend, he has never made an attempt. Vanessa dreams of leaving to create her own life away from her alcoholic mother. Very sexy. Strong belt/mix to an E. Must be strong dancer.
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