Little Radical Theatrics (Fatima Viegas, Executive Producer) is proud to announce auditions for "Ragtime"!
In an effort to truly live up to its name, Little Radical Theatrics will be bringing to Westchester a wildly theatrical, moving, and innovative retelling of one of musical theater's most celebrated contemporary classics, RAGTIME. Set in turn-of-the-20th-century New York, a trifecta of inspiring tales are woven together -- of an upper-class wife who unexpectedly becomes a single mother, a determined Jewish immigrant, and a daring, young Harlem musician -- united by their courage, compassion, and belief in the promise of the future, as the original melting pot is on the verge of boiling over. Together they confront the timeless contradictions of wealth and poverty, freedom and prejudice, hope and despair, and what it means to live in America.
Directed by Michael Mirra, Musical Direction by Chris Piro, Choreographed by Erin Pryor
OPEN AUDITIONS FOR ALL ROLES will take place Tuesday May 1st and Wednesday May 2nd from 6:30-8:45 PM at The Grinton Will Library 1500 Central Park Ave, Yonkers NY.
To make an audition appointment please e-mail littleradicaltheatrics@gmail.com with your preferred audition day and time as well as your headshot/resume (if you have them). Walk-ins are welcome and will be seen in the order they arrive in between appointment times. However making an appointment is HIGHLY recommended.
Rehearsals will begin Mid-May, on average of three weeknights per week with sporadic weekend afternoons. Exact schedule and commitment will depend on role and rehearsal schedule will be built around actors' conflicts. Rehearsals will take place at The Grinton Will Library, ArtsWestchester 31 Mamaroneck Ave White Plains NY and at one other Southern Westchester location.
Performances the weekend of July 20th (4 performances) at the Joan R Pinucs Theater in the Grinton Will Library.
THIS PRODUCTION WILL BE OPEN TO ACTORS OF ALL AGES 9-75+ WITH A MULTITUDE OF ROLES FOR ACTORS OF EVERY ETHNICITY, AGE AND TYPE!
ALL ROLES OPEN!!!
SEEKING a cast of approximately 25-30 actors for all roles.
Coalhouse Walker: A talented and famed African-American pianist- Coalhouse is sentimental, passionate and romantic. He is a natural, charismatic, leader. He undergoes a significant hardship that turns him from idealistic and hopeful to bitter and cold. Extremely strong actor and singer. Baritone. Age range 20s to early 40s.
Mother: The “All American Housewife”, she takes great pleasure in the comforts of her life and enjoys caring for her famil. Kind and accepting. Caucasian. Extremely strong actor and singer. Mezzo Soprano with classical sound. Age range 20s - 40s
Tateh: A Latvian immigrant who has come to American to seek a life for him and his daughter following the death of his wife. He wears his heart on his sleeve and believes in the American Dream. Extremely strong actor and singer . An everyman with charm. Ability to do a Yiddish or Russian accent a plus. Tenor. Age Range late 20s to 40s.
Sarah: An African-American wash woman who falls in love with Coalhouse Walker after much resistance, she has a fiery heart and an innocent, kind soul. . Extremely strong singer and actor. Soprano. Age range early 18 to 30s.
Father: Mother’s rich and successful husband. Is somewhat stuffy and old-fashioned. Feels left behind by the changing times and the changes in his family but still tries to do the right thing. Caucasian. Strong singer. Baritone. Age range early 30s to mid 40s.
Younger Brother: A wild, young and dreamy man who is looking for his meaning in life. He feels deeply and passionately and becomes emotionally involved quickly. He is the younger brother of mother. Caucasian. Strong actor and singer. Tenor. Age range late teens to early 30s.
Little Boy: Mother and Father’s son. He is young, curious and kind. Represents childhood innocence and is welcoming to anyone. Caucasian. Strong actor. Alto/Tenor. Age range 10 to early teens.
Little Girl: Tateh’s daughter- she is vulnerable and confused in her new home of America, making her shy. Strong actor with a good voice. Alto. Age range 10 to early teens.
Grandfather: Gruff and extremely conservative, Mother’s father is irritated by everything. A retired professor that now lives at home. Caucasian. Strong actor with great comedic timing. May double with other roles. Age range 50s to 75+
Emma Goldman: A Russian Jewish immigrant who becomes a social activist for immigrants to America- she has an unapologetically demanding presence. She is an extremely dominating, passionate and often aggressive leader. Extremely strong actor and a strong singer. Alto. Will double in the ensemble. Ability to do a Yiddish or Russian accent a plus. Age range late 20s to 40s.
Booker T Washington: Incredibly intelligent African-American social activist. He is an eloquent and articulate gentleman, as a central leader of Black Americans he has no patience for them leading less than exemplary lives. Baritone. Will double in the ensemble. Age range 30s to 60.
Evelyn Nesbit: The beautiful and enchanting vaudeville performer. She is bubbly, confident and flirty. Strong actor with a good voice who dances or moves very well. Caucasian. Mezzo. Age range late teens to 30s. Will also double in the ensemble.
Harry Houdini: The famous magician, a symbol of the “American Dream”- someone who travelled to the land of opportunity and was successful. Strong singer and actor with a big presence. Tenor. Age range mid 20s-early 40s. Will double in the ensemble.
Henry Ford: Famous car manufacture, chipper and a great salesman. Good singer and actor with a fun presence. Caucasian. Baritone. Age 30s - early 60s. May double with other roles and will double in the ensemble.
Sarah's Friend: A citizen of Harlem who is Sarah's best friend. EXTREMELY STRONG singer with a gospel sound who is also a strong actor. Sings "Til We Reach That Day". Will be a part of the Harlem ensemble. Age ranges late teens to 50s.
J. P. Morgan: One of the richest men in the country. Entitled and superior. Role for a strong actor and singer. May double with other roles and will double in the ensemble. Age Range 30s-75+
Willie Conklin: The fireman who destroys Coalhouse's car. An unapologetic racist. Role for a strong actor. May double as other roles and will double in the ensemble. Late teens to 40s.
Coalhouse's Men: Three young African-American men who follow Coalhouse. Passionate and devoted to their leader. Featured with solo singing and speaking lines. Will also be a part of the Harlem Ensemble and may double with other roles. Strong singers, movers and actors. Teens to mid 40s.
Katheleen: A young maid in Father's house. Will double with other roles and will be a part of the ensemble. Featured speaking role. Any age.
Coalhouse Walker III: Coalhouse and Sarah's young son. Must read ages 6-8.
Ensemble: An ensemble of varying ethnicities, ages and physical types. Amongst the ensemble will be Harlem Citizens, Immigrants to America, Citizens of New Rochelle. Other roles will be pulled from this ensemble such as Brigid, Newskids, Admiral Perry, Firemen and other roles. All will have featured singing or speaking roles and be in the many ensemble sequences in this show, and will have plenty of stage time, especially as we are not casting the traditional large ensemble that is usually in Ragtime. Seeking strong actors, singers and movers. All ages, types and ethnicities! Ages 9-75+
**LRT is a non-profit community theater and we do not pay or offer a travel stipend. There is NO tuition or fee to be a part of this production. Any questions please e-mail littleradicaltheatrics@gmail.com **
Videos
