Paper Mill Playhouse
CONTRACT
COST $994 weekly minimum (Tier 4)
SEEKING
Equity actors for principal roles in ON YOUR FEET (see breakdown).
Local actors are encouraged to submit.
Paper Mill Playhouse encourages people of all races, ages, ethnicities, abilities, and gender identities to apply.
Paper Mill Playhouse acknowledges that the Latiné community is not a monolith and its identity exists along a spectrum of racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. We encourage Latiné actors of all backgrounds to submit.
INSTRUCTIONS
SEE PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS IN BREAKDOWN. Please send the video link in a streaming format (Vimeo, YouTube, etc.). Do not attach full video files or send download links (e.g., WeTransfer, YouSendIt, etc.). Include your headshot/resume either within the link (if using Google Drive or Dropbox, etc.) or attached to the email (being mindful of file size). Subject line should read: ON YOUR FEET EPAs - FULL NAME and indicate Equity status, city of residence, and role that most interests you.
Deadline: Wed, May 11, 2022
SUBMIT TO
PERSONNEL
Producing Artistic Director: Mark S. Hoebee
Book: Alexander Dinelaris
Music from the Catalog of Emilio & Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine
NYC Casting: Bass/Valle Casting
Viewing auditions:
Director & Choreographer: Alex Sanchez
Musical Director: Andrew David Sotomayor
Associate Artistic Director: Patrick Parker
Associate Producer: Christopher Slavik
Casting Directors: Gama Valle & Harriet Bass
Casting Assistant: Dena Igusti
OTHER DATES
Principal Callbacks: 06/02/22 & 06/03/22
First Rehearsal: 09/12/22
First Preview: 10/07/22
Opening: 10/09/22
Closing: 11/06/22
OTHER
All performers must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, as defined by the CDC, with a first booster (if eligible) by first rehearsal as a condition of employment. Vaccination requirements are subject to change according to CDC guidance.
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.B
BREAKDOWN
PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS:
If you are using a phone to video record, please be sure to film horizontally and in a well-lit space (not backlit). At the top of the video, please slate your name, height, and city of residence.
Please prepare a brief cut of a pop ballad AND an up-tempo song, both in the style of ’80s/’90s Gloria Estefan, to show off your range. You may also use the accompaniment at: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1URVRl7xpk1vMC-ECxC1lkpVkPrvobp0q . If you choose to use the accompaniment provided from the show, please submit both tracks for the character you are auditioning for. Please title your video: FULL NAME - OYF EPA.
SEEKING:
NOTE: Adult actors may be considered for understudy and/or ensemble roles.
GLORIA - Female-identifying, 20s-30s, Latiné, some fluency in Spanish, sings pop and moves well. Gloria is Cuban. She is intelligent, determined, and courageous. She has a sharp sense of humor and star quality. Gloria doesn’t like to be the center of attention, but fights through her shyness. Becomes an icon.
EMILIO - Male-identifying, 30-40s, Latiné, some fluency in Spanish, sings well, moves well. Emilio is Cuban. He is confident, handsome, and loyal. Sometimes stumbles over his English as well as his emotions. Leading tenor with character.
GLORIA FAJARDO - Female-identifying, 50s-60, Latiné, some fluency in Spanish, sings well, strong mover. Gloria Fajardo is Cuban. Gloria’s brassy, strong-willed mother. Biting humor. Latina matriarch.
CONSUELO - Female-identifying, 50s-60s, Latiné, some fluency in Spanish, can carry a tune, moves well. Consuelo is Cuban. Wise, loving, and warm. Gloria’s Grandmother, who comes off as a Cuban stage mother. Always pushing Gloria to achieve her dreams.
YOUNG EMILIO/NAYIB - Boy, age 8-12, Latiné, great dancer, speaks some Spanish, does not need to sing. Cute, charming, fun sense of humor. Doubles as Emilio Estefan as a boy, Gloria Estefan’s son, and a featured conga dancer.
LITTLE GLORIA - Girl, age 10-12, Latiné, some fluency in Spanish, sings well, strong mover. Little Gloria is Cuban. Innocent, smart, and self-reliant. A little sad, but always hopeful. NOTE: Guitar playing is a plus, but not a requirement.
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.
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