Theatre Hikes
The Complete History of America (abridged) and Nightfall

Pay: Yes

Description:

Theatre-Hikes seeks actors for The Complete History of America (abridged) and Nightfall with Edgar Allen Poe. History covers our great ancestors crossing the Bering Strait up until present day with 3 actors. We are seeking 2 males and 1 female, though based on auditions we may be surprised. Nightfall follows doomed literary genius Edgar Allan Poe's descent into madness through the telling of four of his most terrifying tales: "The Raven", "The Fall of the House of Usher", "The Pit and the Pendulum", and "The Tell-tale Heart".

Seeking actors of all types,races and gender identities/ fluidities. Please note that this play deals with themes of madness, body horror, and sensuality (no nudity). Actors with musical ability (especially strings and percussion) are strongly encouraged, but not required. Poe is a character in all stories, and will be played by multiple actors.

Auditions will be held at 4635 N Clark St. (The Understudy)

Time Commitment:

5 weeks of rehearsals in the evenings, based on actor/director availability.

Material To Prepare:

History: A comic, contemporary monologue that is family friendly, no obscenities, please.
Nightfall: Please prepare a piece (no more than 2 minutes) that shows your idea of primal (non-ironic, non-political) terror -- through speech,

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