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Sunday, August 28, 7:00pm to 10:00pm Callbacks, Monday, August 29, 7:00pm to 10:00pm Eurydice is an adaptation of the Greek myth, Orpheus, by Sarah Ruhl told from the viewpoint of Eurydice. In this tale, Eurydice has just married Orpheus and on her wedding day is beguiled by a Nasty Interesting Man, who causes her to fall to her death. Upon reaching the Underworld, she encounters Her Father and they attempt to rebuild a life together. Orpheus finds his way through the Gates of Hell. He convinces Hades to allow Eurydice to escape with him as long as they do not look at each other before she’s out of the Underworld. However, in a moment of decisiveness, Eurydice makes a choice that will change the course of fate for everyone forever. This play is a heart breaking and beautiful exploration of love and loss in both in this life and the next. Directed by Renee van Nifterik. Seeking actors who are physically responsive and not afraid to take risks. The directorial approach to this production will fall under the work of Russian-American actor and director, Michael Chekhov and is part of the director’s teaching and workshop certification process. As such actors will be asked to participate in Michael Chekhov technique based exercises and give feedback on the process. Qualified actors will be paid a gas stipend. Please verify all conflicts. Due to the exploratory workshop nature of this rehearsal process, actors with excessive conflicts cannot be cast. No conflicts will be allowed during tech week and for performances. Rehearsals and Performances Rehearsals will generally be held Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 7-10pm with some occasional variation. Tech week will be October 16-October 20. Performances will be weekends October 21- November 6. There will be one Thursday show on October 27. Location Pearl Theater 14803 Park Almeda Dr. Houston, TX 77047 Audition Dates and Times Sunday, August 28 from 7-10pm. Callbacks, Monday, August 29, from 7-10pm. Audition Requirements Please bring a resume and headshot and prepare a 1-2 minute monologue of your choice. We will do cold readings from the script following monologue presentations. Please plan to arrive at 7pm and stay for the entire time. If possible, please read the script ahead of time. Cast of Characters All roles are open to all ethnicities. No roles are precast. Eurydice (20’s-30’s). Innocent, naïve, and curious, perhaps to a fault. She is intelligent and sincere. She loves language, words, and ideas. She is optimistic and full of hope. Orpheus (20’s – 30’s). He is a dreamer and musician. He has a powerful, magnetic personality with a strong, confident voice. Musical ability, singer, and/or instrumentalist a plus. Her Father (40’s-60’s). He is dead, but determined to remain connected to his daughter. He is dignified and resourceful with a twinkle in his eye and a bounce in his step. He loves writing, reading, and his daughter. Must have some dance skill. Nasty Interesting Man/ Lord of the Underworld (18-60s). Ageless and not of this plane of existence. Slithering and sly, yet there is something eerily seductive about him. He is a snake-oil salesman as the Nasty Interesting Man and an angry, spoiled, demanding child as Lord of the Underworld. Must be able to ride on a tricycle or bike. May be asked to walk on stilts. Chorus of Stones Women or men of any shape and size. The stones should be comfortable with expressive physical movement. They are very dead and haughty! They are bitter, sarcastic, and merciless. Think nasty children at a birthday party. They find Eurydice and Her Father’s rebellion against the order of the Underworld maddening. Big Stone (16-60’s). The oldest and wisest of the stones. Big does not necessarily mean size, it just means the space the character dominates. Little Stone (16-60’s). Youngest and most childlike of the trio. Again physical size of the actor is irrelevant. Little stone is such because is unable to dominate much space. Loud Stone (16-60’s). She will be heard. Loud may also mean most negative, bitter, or difficult of the stones. If you have questions, please email the director or call 713.340.2540. See you at auditions! http://pearl-theater.com/auditions/ ... s-eurydice
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Houston Gilbert & Sullivan Society presents Princess Ida July 22-31 |
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Welcome to Castle Adamant, where women are fabulous, men are forbidden, and comic conspiracies reign supreme. As a baby, Princess Ida was betrothed to Prince Hilarion—but the honeymoon was over before it ever started. Now all grown up, the Princess has sworn off men, opening an all-women college at the Castle in order to prove the superiority of her sex. But no moat can keep the Prince and his men from breeching these walls. It could be love. It could be war.It’s definitely a castle-crashing, cross-dressing, toe-tapping laugh riot.
The Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Houston presents Princess Ida, a comic opera in three acts, July 22-31 at the Wortham Center in downtown Houston. Performances are Friday and Saturday at 8pm, and Sunday at 2:30pm. Tickets are $28 to $53, and are available at http://hgns.org/tickets -- The Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Houston is a non-profit company which, since 1952, has been dedicated to preserving and sharing the delightful legacy of Gilbert and Sullivan's wonderful operas. As an internationally award-winning stalwart of the arts community, our Society is proudest of showcasing young talent for Houston audiences, as well as awarding more than 100 scholarships to vocal performance and theatre tech students over the years. http://gilbertandsullivan.org/
Posted on: 2016/7/20 7:44
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DOG SEES GOD - July 24th and 25th at Island ETC |
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OPEN AUDITIONS FOR ISLAND ETC’S NEXT PRODUCTION
Island ETC (East-End Theatre Company) is pleased to announce open auditions for all roles in our upcoming production of DOG SEES GOD: CONFESSIONS OF A TEENAGE BLOCKHEAD. Auditions will be held on Sunday and Monday, July 24th and 25th. Auditions will be held at ETC, 2317 Mechanic Street, Galveston and will begin at 7:00pm both evenings. DOG SEES GOD: CONFESSIONS OF A TEENAGE BLOCKHEAD, an ‘unauthorized parody’ by Bert V. Royal, imagine characters from the popular comic strip Peanuts as teenagers. When CB’s dog dies from rabies, CB begins to question the existence of an afterlife. His best friend is too burnt out to provide any coherent speculation; his sister has gone Goth; his ex-girlfriend has recently been institutionalized; and his other friends are too inebriated to give him any sort of solace. A chance meeting with an artistic kid, the target of the group’s bullying offers CB a peace of mind and sets a friendship in motion that will push teen angst to the very limits. Rehearsals for DOG SEES GOD are scheduled to begin on Monday, August 8th. Rehearsals are held Sunday through Thursdays from 7:00pm to 10:00pm. Performances are September 9th through October 1st. Performances are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights at 8:00pm. There will be one Sunday matinee on September 18th at 2:30 pm. All roles are open and available. All ethnicities are urged to audition. Age range for all characters is late-teens to 30, must be able to look and convincingly play a high schooler. All actors at ETC are paid a production stipend at the end of the run. Those auditioning are asked to bring a current headshot and resume. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Roles: (4 men, 4 women) CB: (Male)- He is intensely saddened over the death of his dog and is forced to question both his sexuality and his social status when he befriends his classmate Beethoven. CB’s Sister: (Female)- She has gone Goth, at least for a portion of the play. It is mentioned that, like her character basis, she changes her philosophy on life often. Her other personas during the course of the play are scripted as ‘gansta-bitch’ and hippie. Van: (Male)- As a child, he was always a philosopher, but as a teen he is now a pothead with a worldview to match. He repeatedly attempts to pursue a sexual relationship with CB’s Sister. Matt: (Male)- Matt is a pathological germaphobe whose dirtiness has been internalized. He is sex-obsessed and homophobic. He is a football player and CB’s best friend. He terrorizes Beethoven mercilessly. Beethoven: (Male)- Beethoven became the school outcast prior to the events in the play. A bit of a recluse, he takes solace in playing the piano, but when he and CB become involved, his world is turned upside down. Tricia: (Female)- Tricia is a ‘party-girl’ who professes herself to be ‘’pretty’ and ‘popular,’ but she is always drunk. She is Marcy’s best friend, though they are neither honest nor loyal to one another. Tricia makes fun of Frieda constantly. Marcy: (Female)- Marcy is another ‘party girl.’ She has a crush on CB but goes after Matt instead. She is Tricia's best friend, though they are not honest with or loyal to each other. Van’s Sister:(Female) – Van’s Sister is in the mental institution after setting fire to the little red-headed girl’s hair. She is proud of CB for daring to be different instead of always being so predictable. She helps CB find himself and his inner courage. For additional information, please visit our website at www.islandetc.org or give us a call at the theatre at 409-762-3556. Email questions may be sent to Kim Mytelka at kimdmy@aol.com. Please put Auditions in the subject line.
Posted on: 2016/7/10 14:14
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AUDITIONS for "WHAT'S THE SECRET" Interactive Film Screening |
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Intermersive Movies, in collaboration with BETA Theater and Dinolion, is seeking actors, improvisers and fans of the movie Rushmore for an upcoming interactive performance based on the film in Houston, TX Auditions will be held FRIDAY, JULY 8 between 10:00 A.M. and 7:00 P.M. and will consist of sides from the film script and/or brief character improvisations. Please contact us at to schedule an appointment. (While we prefer to audition talent in person, we will accept video submissions.) Rehearsals will be held August 6-11. Performances are scheduled for August 12 & 13. We are looking for talent to fill the following principal roles. Resemblance to the characters in the film is a plus, though all are welcome to audition. Age and sex designations are merely a guideline. All actors will need basic skills in improvisation. All talent WILL BE PAID a stipend for the week. MAX FISHER, male, 15 - A playwright prodigy at Rushmore Academy on scholarship. A poor student, but an ambitious organizer of extra-curricular activities. Precocious, self-assured, but not emotionally mature. Portrayed by Jason Schwartzman in the film. HERMAN BLUME, male, 40s-50s - A wealthy businessman and benefactor of Rushmore, but utterly disaffected by what his success has brought him. Possibly manic depressive, with a childish streak that feeds his friendship/rivalry with Max. Portrayed by Bill Murray in the film. DIRK CALLOWAY, male, 10 - Max's best friend and protégé. Portrayed by Mason Gamble in the film. DR. GUGGENHEIM, male, 60s - Dr. Guggenheim is the Headmaster of Rushmore Academy, eternally frustrated by Max’s schemes but he respects Max’s tenacity. Portrayed by Brian Cox in the film. IN ADDITION TO THESE PRINCIPAL ROLES, we are seeking a number of additional performers to portray supporting charactes, including but not limited to Max's girlfriend MARGARET YANG, the Scottish bully MAGNUS BUCHAN, and the mysterious South Asian groundskeeper MR. LITTLEJEANS, as well as student characters not necessarily appearing in the film - SO ALL ARE INVITED TO APPLY. These supporting roles WILL BE PAID a stipend for each performance. Send us an email at to be considered for these roles.
Posted on: 2016/7/1 14:40
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Playhouse 1960 announces Auditions for The Will Rogers Follies, A Life in Revue |
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The Will Rogers Follies, A Life in Revue By PLAYHOUSE 1960 6814 Gant Road, Houston TX 77066 (www.playhouse1960.com) directed by Elaine Edstrom Saturday, July 16th Mornin’ lineup: 9 AM to 11 AM; Mornin’ Dance call 11:15 to 12:15 PM Afternoon lineup: 1 PM to 3 PM; Afternoon Dance call 3:15 PM to 4:15 Each person will perform a 1 minute monologue & up to 36 bars of a song of their choice...& please provide your music—no acapella please! These Characters are wanted for an Audition Lineup WILL ROGERS, Baritone, age 30’s-40’s. Has been known to tell tales & spin a rope! BETTY BLAKE ROGERS, Alto, age 25-35. Reportedly an ex-torch singer! CLEM ROGERS, Baritone, age 50’s-70’s. Will’s pa &, it’s rumored, +â€other peopleâ€+ 6 CHORUS GIRLS, ages 18-30’s who sing, dance, & reportedly, Will’s & Betty’s sibs. 6 SINGIN’ DANCIN’COWBOYS, 18-50’s who twirl ropes (2 have **aliases**) MR. ZIEGFELD (himself!) age 40’s-60’s who just talks & yells WILEY POST, age 30’s-40’s, he sits in the audience & likes to fly airplanes! Also, the 4 Rogers young’uns: Will Jr., Mary, James & Freddy ages 6-10. +Clem is rumored to be HASTINGS, a butler, & also to be a preacher! **Aliases** for the cowboys include PETER, the Stage Manager; & other assorted people seen & heard around that Rogers bunch. Callbacks will be on Sunday, July 17th startin’ at 2 PM . Rehearsals start July 24th & run Sundays 3-6 pm, Monday thru Wednesdays 7-10 pm The Will Rogers Follies will have performances on Fridays & Saturdays startin’ at 8 PM from September 9th thru the 24th . sign up genius
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Auditions for "A Penny Saved" with Old West Melodrama |
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Sunday 6/19 and Monday 6/20 @ 6 pm at Puffabelly's in Old Town Spring (100 Main St, Spring, TX 77373).
Rehearsals are Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays in the early evening (with an additional Thursday rehearsal on opening weekend) starting 6/21. Shows are August 5/6 12/13, 19/20, 26/27. Some pay with box office split mailed out a couple days after final show. Shows are audience interactive and require strong characterization and improvisational skills. Old West Melodrama
Posted on: 2016/6/18 19:44
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