OGUNQUIT PLAYHOUSE 2023 SEASON - NYC ECC SINGERS
OGUNQUIT PLAYHOUSE
Pearl Studios (519)
519 8th Ave
New York, NY 10018
Wed, Feb 8, 2023
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (EST)
Lunch 1:30 -2:30pm
Sign up link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0948abac2ea1fcc61-ogunquit2#/
COST
$863 weekly minimum pension / welfare + travel & housing
Equity actors for chorus singer parts in Ogunquit Playhouse's 2023 Season - Musicals (See breakdown).
Please prepare a brief song. Bring sheet music in the correct key and a stapled headshot and resume. Accompanist will be provided.
Expected to attend:
Brian J. Swasey (Producing Director)
Adam Cole Klepper (Season Music Advisor)
Chad Eric Murnane, CSA (Casting Director)
Jarrett Reiche (Casting Associate)
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
1st Rehearsal in Maine (The Music Hall): 3/13/2023
Open: 3/24/2023
Close: 4/09/2023
BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL
1st Rehearsal in Maine: 5/1/2023
Open: 5/13/2023
Close: 6/10/2023
SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN
1st Rehearsal in NYC: 5/29/2023
Open: 6/17/2023
Close: 7/15/2023
TOOTSIE - Regional Premiere
1st Rehearsal in NYC: 9/11/2023
Open: 9/30/23
Close: 10/29/23
OTHER
ALTERNATE LIST: If all audition appointments are taken, an Alternate List for Equity members will be started the morning of the appointment. Members will be required to show proof of membership in order to add their name to the Alternate List. Equity members on the Alternate List will be seen if time permits. NO UNOFFICIAL LISTS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Sign-ups for the Alternate List will begin at 9:00am.
An Equity Monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of audition.
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.
Equity encourages everyone participating in the auditions to wear a two-ply cloth face mask, surgical mask, singer’s mask or respirator (N95, KN95 or KF94). Single-ply face masks, gaiters and bandanas are not recommended. Singer’s masks can be found at www.broadwayreliefproject.com/singersmask.
Equity encourages members to prepare for their audition prior to arriving at the audition venue, to the extent that they can (e.g., get dressed, hair/make-up, etc.) to avoid crowding in bathrooms and dressing rooms.
Holding/Audition room information:
2/7/23
AUDITION ROOM: Pearl Studios (Studio D) - 38 dancers
HOLDING ROOM: Pearl Studios (Studio C) - 35 max capacity
2/8/23
AUDITION ROOM: Pearl Studios (Studio H) - 20 max capacity
HOLDING ROOM: Pearl Studios (Studio G) - 35 max capacity
Director: Hunter Foster
Musical Director: Nat Zegree
[CARL PERKINS] Male identifying, early 20s to early 30s. Excellent singer and lead guitar player. Perkins was the American pioneer of rockabilly music and best known for his song Blue Suede Shoes. Resembles and sounds like Carl Perkins without being an impersonator. D3-C6.
[ELVIS PRESLEY] Male identifying, early 20s to early 30s. Must be familiar with his music and style (vocal and movement), able to play guitar and sing. Presley is often referred to as ‘The King of Rock and Roll”. Looks and sounds somewhat like Elvis without being an impersonator. A3-C6.
[JERRY LEE LEWIS] CAST Male identifying, early 20s to early 30s. A superb pianist and vocalist and able to play like Jerry Lee; he was rock & roll’s legendary piano prodigy and celebrated “Last Man Standing.” He is fun, energetic and witty. D4-C6.
[JOHNNY CASH] Male identifying, early 20s to early 30s, 6’ or taller. An excellent singer and guitar player; Looks and sounds like Johnny Cash without being an impersonator. D3-E5.
[SAM PHILLIPS] Male identifying, early 30s to early 40s. Speaking role. Both towering and charismatic, he was considered the father of rock and roll. He was the founder of Sun Records, discovered Jerry Lee Lewis, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins, and many others.
[DYANNE] Female identifying, early to late 20s. A powerful pop/rock belt vocalist. An aspiring singer and Elvis’ girlfriend; she is quiet, but friendly with all the musicians. Her sex appeal gives Elvis a run for his money. A3-Eb5.
[FLUKE] Male identifying, early to late 20s. Carl Perkins’ drummer; loyal, but not interested in the politics of the business. Non-Speaking/Singing role.
[BROTHER JAY] Male identifying, early to late 20s. Carl Perkins’ brother and bassist; similar to Fluke, he is also loyal but unwilling to get involved in the politics of the industry. Extremely skilled bass player. Non-Speaking/Singing role.
Director: David Ruttura
Choreographer: Joyce Chittick
Musical Director: Nick Williams
[THE SHIRELLES/ENSEMBLE] Female Identifying, 20s-30s. Charismatic singers/movers to portray multiple characters. LUCILLE – Don’s tough as nails secretary. SHIRLEY – a Shirelle who sings lead on “Will You Love Me Tomorrow”. LITTLE EVA – Carole’s babysitter, turned singing sensation of “The Locomotion”. JANELLE WOODS – a gorgeous singer who sings lead on “One Fine Day”. Extremely strong singers and movers. FEATURED ENSEMBLE
[THE DRIFTERS/ENSEMBLE] Male Identifying, 20s-30s. Charismatic singers/movers to portray various roles, including THE DRIFTERS, who are featured in songs including “On Broadway”, “Up on the Roof” and “Some Kind of Wonderful”. Extremely strong singers and movers. High tenors & high baritones. FEATURED ENSEMBLE
[NICK/LOW RIGHTEOUS BROTHER/ENSEMBLE] Male Identifying, 20s-30s. A strong singer to play multiple roles. NICK – an attractive, friendly guitarist at the Bitter End. LOW RIGHTEOUS BROTHER (Bill Medley) – acts as half of the Righteous Brothers duo who sing “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling” & others. An excellent singer with low baritone/ bass notes. This role understudies GERRY GOFFIN. FEATURED ENSEMBLE
[LOU ADLER/HIGH RIGHTEOUS BROTHER/ENSEMBLE] Male Identifying, 20s-30s. A strong singer to play multiple roles. LOU ADLER – a genius music producer. HIGH RIGHTEOUS BROTHER (Bobby Hatfield) – acts as half of the Righteous Brothers duo who sing “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling” & others. High pop/rock tenor. This role understudies BARRY MANN. FEATURED ENSEMBLE
[MARILYN/ENSEMBLE] Female Identifying, 20s-30s. A strong singer. MARILYN – a gorgeous singer with a great voice & others. Soprano/Belt. FEATURED ENSEMBLE
[BETTY/ENSEMBLE] Female Identifying, 20s-30s. An extremely strong singer. BETTY – Carole’s appealing, perky best friend in high school. Mezzo/Soprano belt. FEATURED ENSEMBLE
Director: TBD
Choreographer: TBD
Musical Director: TBD
[ENSEMBLE] All gender identities, mid 20s to 30s. Strong dancers with very strong singing voices to play various roles. Extremely strong tappers, as well as ballet and theatre jazz, with an impeccable sense of style and ease. Sing well.
Director: TBD
Choreographer: TBD
Musical Director: TBD
[MICHAEL DORSEY/DOROTHY MICHAELS] Male identifying, 30s-40s. A failing actor, Michael is a nightmare to work with—abrasive, stubborn, outspoken, yet talented. In desperation to achieve his dreams, he reinvents himself as Dorothy Michaels, who is playful, loveable, and humorous. An extremely strong comedic actor. Sings and moves very well, with a high falsetto. A2-Bb4.
[JULIE NICHOLS] Female identifying, 30s. Current Broadway star who is self-assured and focused. Knows exactly what she wants at every step of her life (to a fault). Longs for connection, but masks her vulnerability with heartfelt humor. Has a strong belt voice. E3-Eb5.
[SANDY LESTER] Female identifying, mid to late 30s. Out-of-work actor; pessimistic, neurotic, and self-deprecating, but with a big heart. A strong comedian with excellent patter skills. A3-E5.
[MAX VAN HORN] Male identifying, mid 20s to late 30s. Self-obsessed, dim-witted, and superficial reality star, now Broadway actor. Believes himself to be extremely sexy and hugely successful. Sings and moves very well. C3-G4.
[JEFF SLATER] Male identifying, 30s to 40s. An unsuccessful playwright, Jeff is Michael’s roommate and best friend; he is a bit lazy and lacks ambition. The voice of reason in Michael’s life. Sings. Baritone, Tenor, with a bit of falsetto.
[RITA MARSHALL] Female identifying, early 50s to late 60s. Broadway producer; remains level-headed and sane during moments of pure chaos and panic. Always one step ahead, she is sarcastic and very likeable. Sings. Alto, Mezzo-Soprano.
[RON CARLISLE] Male identifying, early 40s to early 50s. Broadway director and choreographer; though determined, he is argumentative, impatient, and arrogant (despite his self-proclaimed humility). Sings. Baritone.
[STAN FIELDS] Male identifying, 50s. Michael’s overworked agent; he is frustrated by Michael and his career choices. Very knowledgeable and experienced, but exhausted. Speaking Role.
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