Seeking Adult Actors (18+) who are both strong singers (Duke Ellington music) & dancers (tap & jazz) of all ethnicities and gender identities. Gymnastic experience a plus. Local hires only.
PERSONNEL:
SOPHISTICATED LADIES
Co-Directed & Choreographed by
Brenda Didier & Florence Walker Harris
Music Direction by Jermaine Hill
Artistic Director, Michael Weber
Casting Manager, Christopher Pazdernik
Auditions will be held at Porchlight Rehearsal Studios
4200 W. Diversey, just west of Pulaski
#76 Diversey bus pulls up at Tripp Ave, Free parking in lot and on street.
AUDITION DATE (Non-Equity & EMC Appointments):
TUES JUNE 18: Singer Auditions Appointments 10 AM - 6 PM
FRI JUNE 28: Dance Calls at 10 AM, 11:30 AM or 1:30 PM
Sign-Up Here: https://signup.com/go/GzGoYVx
Please, sign up for one or the other, not both.
Singers may also walk-in on the AEA Appointment Day: MON JUNE 24, 10 AM - 6 PM.
(AEA members seeking union auditions should consult their member portal.)
1st Reh: Dec 16, 2019 (Christmas week off)
1st Perf: Jan 24, 2020
Anticipated close: Mar 6, 2020
Singer Auditions: Looking for strong vocalists for are comfortable singing Duke Ellington's compositions to vivid life. Prepare two contrasting 32-bar selections in the style of the show. (You may sing songs from the show.) Bring sheet music, your book and a headshot/resume. An accompanist will be provided. No recordings, please. You may be asked to come back and dance on the afternoon of Friday, June 28.
Dance Calls: Each call will consist of a jazz combination and a tap combination, so please bring shoes for both, and a headshot/resume. Gymnastic skills a plus! You may be asked to stay and sing, so please prepare 32 bars of a music theatre song in the style of the show that best shows off your voice. Have a second song ready if asked. You may also be asked to dance again later that day.
Contact Info:
Do not submit headshot/resume via email for consideration; please make an audition appointment.