Bill Hanney’s Theatre By The Sea announces Equity and Non-Equity Adult Auditions for its 2023 Summer Season. Seeking strong male and female identifying actors, singers, and dancers. Performers must be available for all rehearsal and performance dates. Local talent is strongly encouraged to audition for the following productions:
My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra to be presented from May 24 – June 11
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical to be presented from June 14 – July 8
The Bodyguard to be presented from July 12 – August 5
Jersey Boys to be presented from August 9 – September 10
Auditions will be held on Saturday, January 28 and Sunday, January 29, 2023 at:
Historic Park Theatre and Events Center
848 Park Avenue
Cranston, RI 02910
Parking on Rolfe Street or behind Cranston City Hall, 869 Park Ave, Cranston, RI
Audition entrance will be indicated by signage. Only enter through those doors indicated.
AUDITIONS ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.
Beginning Wednesday, January 18 at 9:00 am, non-union actors may sign-up for an audition slot by visiting:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F44A8AB2FA3F4C25-2023
Space is limited.
AEA Actors may reserve an audition time by calling (978) 232-7200 x7280 from Jan 23 – 25 between 10am – 4pm.
ALL PERFORMERS AND EMPLOYEES MUST BE FULLY VACCINATED AND BOOSTED AGAINST COVID-19.
PROOF AND A VALID ID ARE REQUIRED TO ATTEND THE AUDITION.
Those auditioning should bring a current headshot and resume stapled together back-to-back. Please prepare a brief song (16-32 bars). Bring sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided but will not transpose – a cappella is not encouraged. Those auditioning may sing from the show for which they are interested. Time permitting, you may be asked to read – sides will be provided in the room. Dance callbacks will be held at the end of each morning and afternoon session. If asked to dance, please bring appropriate dance attire and footwear.
These auditions are for adults only (18 years and older).
Ensemble callbacks will be held in NYC on Feb 17. Principal callbacks will be held in NYC on Feb 22 and 23.
PLEASE NOTE: We will be operating at a very strict, limited capacity. Those auditioning may not enter the building until 15 minutes prior to their scheduled session. Please arrive as “audition ready” as possible. Changing areas and warmup space will be limited. Masks may be required when not actively auditioning. Once you are released, you will be asked to leave the building to allow space for the next session’s attendees.
Additional information and character breakdowns are available at
www.TheatreByTheSea.com. Please email
casting.tbts@gmail.com with any questions.
EQUITY ACTORS SHOULD CONSULT THE EQUITY WEBSITE FOR EQUITY AUDITION INFORMATION
VIDEO SUBMISSIONS will be accepted. Sides and additional info will be posted by early February. Please continue checking the Theatre By The Sea website for further details and updates. Audition notices will also be posted to Playbill, etc. prior to any calls and/or video submission requests. Actors interested in NYC principal appointments should submit via their agent or through Actors Access to the appropriate breakdown.
Theatre By The Sea is an equal opportunity employer which is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. Performers of all ethnicities and backgrounds are strongly encouraged to attend this audition.
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