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COMING OF AGE
Producers: Jenn Pifher & Jon Provan
Book/Music/Lyrics: Jon Provan
Director: Ryan Pifher
Music Director: Jon Provan
Rehearsals: On/after 6.9.2014
Performances: At least 5 between 7.7.2014 and 7.27.2014, dates TBA
IF UNABLE TO ATTEND EPA, SUBMIT TO: comingofagemusical@gmail.com
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SYNOPSIS: Coming Of Age is a theatrical song cycle — a collection of short stories about growing up. Each member of the dynamic ensemble cast plays multiple roles, spanning the globe and the whole of human history. They are rebels, warriors, dreamers and innocents, confronting life and leaping into the unknown. A rock-infused contemporary score, evocative lyrics and inventive staging join forces to chronicle the joys and fears of becoming yourself.
SEEKING:
GIRL
12+ to play early teens, Female. A fresh-faced dreamer. Plays a feisty Jewish girl, a Nebraskan settler, and a modern all-American kid, among others. Must be comfortable with adult themes/subject matter. Dance/movement experience a must. Strong MT/rock mezzo with belt, many solos and tight harmonies.
BOY
12+ to play early teens, Male. A wide-eyed innocent. Plays an English boy-king, a Spartan apprentice, and a modern all-American kid, among others. Must be comfortable with adult themes/subject matter. Dance/movement experience a must. Strong MT/rock baritenor with falsetto, many solos and tight harmonies.
YOUNG WOMAN
Late teens/early 20s, Female. A fiery rebel. Plays a Viking daughter, a transsexual flapper, and a modern all-American teen, among others. Dance/movement experience a must. Strong MT/rock mezzo with belt, many solos and tight harmonies.
YOUNG MAN
Late teens/early 20s, Male. A warrior poet. Plays a billionaire heir, a prehistoric mammoth hunter, and a modern all-American teen, among others. Dance/movement experience a must. Strong MT/rock baritenor, many solos and tight harmonies.
WOMAN
45-55, Female. An empathetic mother figure. Plays a soul-searching ex-wife, a Viking matriarch, and a commanding brothel owner, among others. Dance/movement experience a must. Strong MT soprano with belt, many solos and tight harmonies.
MAN
35-45, Male. A troubled father figure. Plays a freaked-out patriarch, a Spartan mentor, and a repressed suburban drone, among others. Dance/movement experience a must. Strong MT/rock baritenor, many solos and tight harmonies.
THE GIG
Book/Music/Lyrics: Douglas J. Cohen
Producer: The Gig at NYMF, LLC
Director: Igor Goldin
Casting Director: Michael Cassara, CSA
Performances: Tuesday, 7/15 @ 8 PM, Wednesday 7/16 @ 1 PM, Saturday 7/19 @ 9 PM, Sunday 7/20 @ 4 PM, Monday 7/21 @ 9 PM
If unable to attend EPA, please submit materials to:
Michael Cassara Casting
333 W. 39th Street – Suite #800
New York, NY 10018
Attn: The Gig
SEEKING:
AARON
35-55, Male. Teaches clarinet for a living but fancies himself a pro, although his talent is limited. In contrast to Gil, he’d kill for a chance at the big time and has tremendous passion for music. Second Tenor.
ABE MITGANG
early 50s to mid 60s, male. The owner and proprietor of Paradise Manor, as well as being a frustrated stand-up comedian. Basically a decent guy…until his back is up against the wall. Baritone.
ARTHUR
35-55, Male. A dentist who lives with his ailing mother and has a non-existent social life…until Paradise Manor. Modest, naïve, and charming. He plays drums. First or Second Tenor.
DONNA
Late 30s, female. Waitress at Paradise Manor who is not nearly as seasoned in the game of love as she is at waiting tables. Mezzo.
GEORGIE/VINCE
35-55, Male. GEORGIE: Owner of a deli/convenience store and the bass player. Forthright, down-to-earth, a realist. For reasons later disclosed, he’s unable to go to the Catskills. High Baritone. VINCE AMATI – Ricki’s shady manager and boyfriend. He should be physically threatening. Doesn’t sing.
GIL
35-55, Male. Once a pro trumpet player but married into wealth and works for his father-in-law’s real estate firm. Ladies’ man who lacks the inner fire to stick with music on a serious level. High baritone.
JACK
35-55, Male. Works on Wall Street and plays piano in the band. Very uptight, educated, afraid of being open with his wife regarding his musical passion. Follows in his father’s footsteps and is unfulfilled. Baritone.
LUCY
28-35, female. Waitress at Paradise Manor who is not nearly as seasoned in the game of love as she is at waiting tables. Lucy is younger (28-35) and less aggressive. Mezzo-soprano.
MARSHALL
35-55, Male, African-American. Georgie’s replacement on the gig. A bass player who is a pro, and played with the greatest jazz musicians ever. He is well-read, worldly, and a recluse: he’s not happy being among amateurs. Bass-Baritone.
MARTY
35-55, Male. Gregarious self-appointed leader of the band and the one who gets the idea to book the group at a Catskill resort. A used car salesman who puts his hot air to good use playing trombone. Although he has a rocky relationship with his son and his second wife, he is extremely loyal to his friends. Baritone.
MISS RICKI VALENTINE
50s, female. Ricki is a fading songstress who is hoping to make a big comeback at Paradise Manor. Although she appears to be attractive and personable from afar, a closer examination reveals she’s hard and insecure. Mezzo with good belt.
MADAME INFAMY
Producer: diG Rep LLC
Book: Jp Vigliotti
Music/ Lyrics: Cardozie Jones and Sean Willis
Rehearsal on or after 6/16. Performances: TBA (between 7/7-7/27)
SYNOPSIS: Madame Infamy tells the story of Marie Antoinette, last Queen of France, and Sally Hemings, the American slave known for her intimate ties to President Thomas Jefferson. Though their circumstances could not be more different, their paths are parallel and footsteps intersect as they navigate the complexities of freedom, destiny and choice. Through promises to men, mothers, children, country and themselves, each woman must come to terms with who she is, and who she is meant to be.
SEEKING:
Sally Hemings
Female, African Descent, Age Range: 16-40s, the slave and mistress of President Thomas Jefferson. Despite having spent most of her life on a plantation, she is curious, sharp-witted, self-taught, with an adventurous spirit. When it comes to family, however, she is easily moved and extremely passionate. Must be able to portray a wide range of emotion throughout the show as we follow Sally from a young teenage girl to an older woman. Must have a powerful high-belt and have vocal stamina as she carries the show vocally.
Marie Antoinette
Female, Caucasian, Age Range: 16-40s, Last Queen of France. Though she becomes Queen at an early age, she is quirky, sometimes inappropriate, spirited and always kind. Eager to please, she is often the victim of her own naiveté. She spends a great deal of her time striving to be the leader her mother was but seems ill-equipped to hold such responsibility. Must be able to portray a wide range of emotion throughout the show as we follow Sally from a young teenage girl to an older woman. Must have a powerful high-belt and have vocal stamina as she carries the show vocally.
Thomas Jefferson
Male, Caucasian, Age Range: 40s-60s, Third President of the United States. Known for being thoughtful, fair and kind to those he cares for. He struggles to hide his inner conflicts and thus avoids confrontation at all costs. Though an older man, there is a charming and attractive youthfulness to him; Baritone.
Louis XVI
Male, Caucasian, Age Range: 16-40s, King of France. Though he is a king, he is not kingly. He also took the throne at a young age. He is shy and sometimes awkward. He is also endearing and wants to do right by his people. Baritone/Tenor.
James Hemings
Male, African Descent, Age Range: 25-35, Sally’s brother. An ambitious dreamer who believes in all the world has to offer. His passion is two-sided as he can be hot tempered and even exhibit signs of extreme depression and self-loathing. Actor must be able to play a wide range of emotions. High tenor with strong falsetto, soulful sound.
Mercy
Male, Age Range: 30s-40s, All ethnicities. Antoinette’s wise advisor, comical and witty with heart felt care for his job and for the development and well-being of Antoinette. Age range and ethnicity are open; Baritone/Tenor
Betty Hemings
Female, African Descent, Age Range: 40s-60s. Sally’s mother and serves as the matriarch of both the Hemings family and the plantation at-large. She is wise and determined; Strong alto belt.
Marie Theresa
Female, Caucasian, Age Range: 40-60. Marie Antoinette’s mother and Empress of Austria. She is powerful and exerts her will with extreme ease. Should have a strong mezzo-belt.
Madame Tussauds
Female, Caucasian, Age Range: 30s. The famous wax sculptress. She is the human link between Sally and Antoinette and therefore serves as a voice of balance and reason to both. She is charming and wise and, in many ways, serves as a narrator providing the framework for the story. Must have a strong high-belt.
Critta
Female, African Descent, Age Range: 20s-30s. Sally’s Sister.
Martha Jefferson
Female, Caucasian, Age Range: 20s-40s. Thomas Jefferson’s daughter and Sally’s half sister. Has a loving admiration for her father, which is often accompanied by extreme jealousy.
Comtesse
Female, Caucasian, Age Range: 40s-50s. Antoinette’s governess who rules over the household with an iron fist. She is the gatekeeper of order and tradition. Vocal ranges may vary.
Polignac/ Polly/ Charlotte
Caucasian. Actress must be able to play a series of female characters in duel stories so must have distinct acting ranges. Vocal Ranges may vary.
PROPAGANDA! THE MUSICAL
Book, Music, and Lyrics: Taylor Ferrera & Matt Webster
General Managers: Zach Laks and Anthony Francavilla
VENUE: Pearl Theatre Company Performance Space (W. 42nd Street)
Performances: Wed July 23 8pm, Thurs July 24 1pm, Fri July 25 9pm, Sat July 26 5:30pm,
Sun July 27 1pm
SEEKING:
ROOKIE:
Male, any ethnicity, mid 20s. A naïve, innocent, inexperienced young man thrust into a position of power. Pop Tenor.
AGENT X:
Female, any ethnicity, late 30s-50s. A sassy and power-hungry evil agent who opposes Rookie in every sense of the word. She’s rude, opinionated, and loves being evil. Mezzo Soprano.
HARRY/GRANDPA:
Male, any ethnicity, 60s-70s. A veteran of the bureau with a couple secrets of his own. – Also doubles as Rookie’s Grandpa. Baritone to G#.
TARY:
Female, any ethnicity, 20s. A quirky, simple, and love-struck young woman. Sidekick to Rookie. Mix/Belt.
TED:
Male, any ethnicity, 20s-50s. If Kevin from the OFFICE and Andy from PARKS AND REC could have a baby, it would be Ted. Tenor to Ab
BOARD MEMBER 1:
Female, any ethnicity, 30s-50s. A seemingly powerful board member who doesn’t really have any power at all. Mezzo Soprano.
ENSEMBLE MEN:
All ages. Strong singers with a good sense of physical comedy and character work. All voice types.
ENSEMBLE WOMEN:
All ages. Strong singers with a good sense of physical comedy and character work. All voice types.
THE MAPMAKER'S OPERA
Based upon the book by Béa Gonzalez
Book/Lyrics: Victor Kazan
Music: Kevin Purcell
Director: Donald Brenner
General Management: Perry Street Theatricals
Casting Director: Michael Cassara, CSA
If unable to attend EPA, please submit materials to:
Michael Cassara Casting
333 W. 39th Street – Suite #800
New York, NY 10018
ATTN: MMO
Or via e-mail: submissions@michaelcassara.net
1st rehearsal: on/after 6/10
Performances: 7/9 @ 8 PM, 7/10 @ 1 PM, 7/12 @ 9 PM, 7/13 @ 4 PM, 7/16 @ 9 PM, 7/20 @ 8 PM (possible extension performance)
SEEKING:
DIEGO CLEMENTE
25, male, Spanish. A young artist from Seville (Spain) who has an amazing talent for painting birds. He has been invited to Mexico by Edward Nelson to assist with the creation of Nelson’s native bird guide. Extremely well-read and a most sensitive being. He is also humble, reserved, gentle and considerate. High tenor.
EDWARD NELSON
early 50s, male. An eminent American naturalist. (A real life character, Nelson lived from 1855 to 1934.) Having spent fourteen years in Mexico, he is no stranger to the land or its customs. After decades of travelling around the globe, Nelson is now a little weary and somewhat disillusioned. Bass-baritone.
VERY USEFUL
male, 35-50, Mexican. Edward’s Servant. He is a Mayan, and although physically of rather short stature, his abilities are manifold. He is also supremely knowledgeable about life and he soon becomes Diego’s confidant and trusted adviser. Baritone to F.
DON VICTOR BLANCO TORRES
50s, male, Mexican. A fabulously wealthy and immensely powerful henequero. Baritone or Bass-Baritone
DOÑA LAURA
female, 60+, Mexican. Roberto’s mother, respectfully attires herself in black. She is cheerless, argumentative, quick to apportion blame and considers that her opinion is always the right one. Contralto.
PLAYER 1
Male, 40s, Mexican. Plays Roberto Duarte, an impecunious henequero and owner of a failing bookstore. Tenor 1.
PLAYER 2
Male, 20s-30s, Mexican. Plays Young Gentleman/Waiter/and others. Tenor 2.
PLAYER 3
Male, 40s-50s, Mexican. Plays Don Maximo, a wealthy henequero. Baritone.
PLAYER 4
Male, 30s, Mexican. Plays Carlos, Victor’s son, a dandy, 3, “an ostrch” handsome. Tenor 1.
PLAYER 5
Female, 40s, Mexican. Plays Gabriela Duarte, Roberto’s wife. Legit soprano to C.
PLAYER 6
Female, 40s, Mexican. Plays Aunt Marta, Gabriela’s sister, a spinster. Alto to E.
PLAYER 7
Female, 20s, Mexican. Plays Patricia, Sofia’s friend and confidante – and others. Alto to E4. MUST DANCE EXTREMELY WELL.
THE FOLLOWING ROLE HAS BEEN CAST – WE WILL SEE PERFORMERS AS POTENTIAL EMERGENCY REPLACEMENTS ONLY.
SOFIA DUARTE
Role Cast. 22. is the daughter of Roberto and Gabriela. She is a free-spirited young woman who has almost nothing in common with her peers, and she in no way relates to what convention dictates regarding young ladies in society. For years she has spent much of her time in her father’s bookstore; she is a moderately accomplished artist and shares her father’s passion for ornithology. Her lack of interest in any of the city’s eligible young bachelors is the main topic of conversation among her mother, grandmother and spinster aunt. [SOPRANO up to G4 legit / to Eb4 in Belt]
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Additional Info:
Michael Cassara Casting is the resident casting office for the 2014 New York Musical Theatre Festival and will be coordinating each group Equity Principal Audition. There are 4 days planned: 4/16, 4/25, 5/6 and 5/8. Each of those days will have a separate set of approximately 5 shows being auditioned. Casting notices for each day will be posted approximately 2 weeks prior to the audition or as soon as possible.
Individual shows will be using their own casting practices, please read breakdowns for specific details and submit accordingly. General festival submissions (but NOT for a specific show) may be sent to:
Michael Cassara Casting, 333 W. 39th Street – Suite #800, New York, NY 10018, Attn: NYMF
All shows in attendance are full productions in the New York Musical Theatre Festival (http://www.nymf.org) – with performances taking place between 7/7 and 7/27/2014. Rehearsals will begin on/after 6/7, depending upon individual show schedules (TBD)
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