Elmwood Playhouse - Award Winning Community Theatre in Nyack, NY since 1947
AUDITIONS
Workshop Audition
Scenes From
St. Lucy's Eyes
by Bridgette Wimberly
Directed by Candy Pittari
Audition Dates are Sunday September 12th, Studio I, 12:00 pm to 4 and Tuesday, September 14th, Studio II 8 pm
Call backs Wednesday September 15th, in theater at 7:30PM
One Performance Only: NOVEMBER 1st
CHARACTERS NEEDED
(Please note all are African American)
Young Woman: must be able to play somewhere between 15 to 18
Grandma: middle aged, fifty to sixty, has not had an easy life
Bay: grandma's husband, same age range
Also needed - assistant (director/producer/helper)
These are all fabulous parts but Bay is a once in a life time role.
Please call Candy Pittari @914 656 7174, or e-mail at grammydancer@optonline.net with
St. Lucy's Eyes in the subject line.
Main Stage Production Audition
THE PIANO LESSON
By AUGUST WILSON, Directed by Bobbi Schevitz
Sunday, September 26 @ 6 PM
Tuesday, September 28 @ 7 PM
Call Backs - Sunday, October 3 @ 6 PM
Performances run Jan 28th - Feb 19th 2011
A remarkable drama that embodies the painful past and expectant future of Black Americans in 1936 - with all its contradictions.
Winner of THE TONY, DRAMA DESK AWARD, THEATRE WORLD AWARD, NEW YORK DRAMA CRITICS AWARD AND THE PULITZER PRIZE.
Entire cast: AFRICAN AMERICAN
5 MALES 30’s – 50’s, 3 FEMALES 20’s - 30’s, & one 11 yr old
BOY WILLIE 30’S, High energy, brash, impulsive, fast talker, fun, likeable.
BERNIECE 35ish, Willie’s sister, upright, uptight, unyielding, strong widowed, lives with uncle & 11 yr old daughter, works as a domestic.
DOAKER 50’s, Uncle of Berniece & Willie, dignified, wise, stable.
LYMON 20’S-30’S, Boy Willie’s friend from Mississippi, straight- forward, easy going, naïve.
WINING BOY 40’s-50’s, washed up recording star, charmer, strong personality like Willie, selfish irresponsible, fun.
AVERY 40’s, A Preacher & elevator operator, honest, ambitious, considers himself Berniece’s beau though his affection is not reciprocated.
MARETHA 11 yrs old, Berniece’s daughter, typical for her age.
GRACE 20’s,Young urban woman who Boy Willie picks up in a bar, perceptive.
PLEASE BE FAMILIAR WITH THE SCRIPT . For further information call or email
Bobbi Schevitz 845 358-1081 after 3 PM email j2a1n12@aol.com
Casting Policy:
Elmwood Community Playhouse is a Non-Equity theater and thus cannot cast members of Actors Equity. Casting of actors in roles is done on the basis of acting skill and ability demonstrated during the audition process, as well as on the actor’s appropriateness and suitability (physical, vocal, mental, emotional) for available roles. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in all aspects of our organization. Except in plays were race, gender, or age is an issue, casting is decided on the basis of ability. Any member of the community or any invited guest artist regardless of race, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, age, or special need is invited to participate. Non-traditional and equal-opportunity casting is encouraged. If, in the opinion of the director, a suitable cast cannot be selected from those who have auditioned, auditions may be extended beyond the original schedule, or else specific individuals may be invited to fill the need(s). Elmwood has an open door casting policy, meaning you do not need previous experience with us to be cast. We often cast performers the first time they audition for us. Elmwood maintains a "no pre-casting" policy, meaning all roles are available during the time a show is auditioning. If you have a part that you are interested in, make note of it on your audition form or speak to the director. Anyone cast in a show must become a member of Elmwood Playhouse for insurance purposes. Elmwood Playhouse maintains an "open auditions" policy for its productions. Any and all are welcome to "try out" for a show or a particular part or show. Dates for upcoming auditions are listed on the web site, and announced in the members’ newsletter. Most casting processes involve two dates for primary auditions, and at least one date for callbacks.
Acting Opportunities
Elmwood Playhouse produces: Six "main stage" shows a year. Involvement in these generally requires an average of 2-3 nights a week rehearsal for approx 8 weeks, and 12 to 20 performances over a period of 4 to 6 weeks. Actual schedules will vary by show. A variety of "one performance” workshops for the monthly membership meetings, generally the first Monday of the month and open to the public. Special event performances throughout the year. This gives a broad range of opportunities for actors of varied skills and backgrounds to get on stage, whether you're looking for a leading role or a small part to "get your feet wet". Our shows run four to five weekends, occasionally with benefit performances during the week.
If you are cast...
ALL cast and crew personnel are required to become members of Elmwood Community Playhouse, ($25) and are required to attend strike, which is held the Sunday after the final performance. By taking part in a production, you also allow that images of yourself captured by Elmwood Community Playhouse during their activities (including but not limited to rehearsals, productions and special events) through video, photo and/or digital camera, to be used solely for the purposes of Elmwood Community Playhouse promotional materials/publications & web site, and waive any right of compensation or ownership thereto. As is true in the professional world of theatre and dance, if the director or choreographer believes that a cast member’s participation in a production is unsatisfactory, it is his/her right to replace the person. A professional attitude and commitment to productions are expected at all times.
Audition tips
see workshop notes on "Twelve Commandments of Auditioning"
Every audition adds to your experience. Relax and enjoy.
You should be familiar with the show you are auditioning for.
For musicals we ask you to sing something. The musical director and keyboard accompanist will be present at auditions, so bring sheet music if you have it. If we stop you during your song, it’s not because you have done poorly, we are simply trying to keep the auditions moving along in a timely way. When auditioning for a musical, it’s best to sing a song from a musical, but not the show you are auditioning for.
You will be asked to fill out an audition form. If you have a headshot and/or resume, definitely bring it along, but it is not necessary for our audition process. Come prepared to list all your schedule conflicts from the day of auditions until the closing performance of the show.
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