The Tortoise And The Hare –- NYC Auditions by Appointment The Northeast Children’s Theatre Company is seeking actors for a professional non-union production of an original TYA musical, The Tortoise And The Hare. Written by Andrew Barbato and Lesley DeSantis Directed by Morgan Weitz
Casting: Nedelman & Company COMPENSATION: Stipend of $950.00 + food & travel to/from performance venue Audition appointments will be held at Shetler Studios (244 West 54th Street #12) on Saturday, January 5 from 10am – 12:30pm. Callbacks will be held at Shetler Studios on Sunday, January 6 from 11am – 2pm.
For an appointment, e-mail headshot and resume to: auditions@nctcompany.org. Include your height and role(s) you are submitting for. Must send by December 27. No phone calls. Before submitting, please read listing carefully. All production dates are provided after the Character Breakdown. SEEKING 2 Male, 3 Female Tommy Tortoise: Musical theatre tenor with strong contemporary voice. A loveable nerd who hates his old shell and is convinced that a new shell is his ticket to popularity and approval. He is the story’s protagonist.
Harvey Hare: Musical theatre baritenor and strong actor. A cocky bully who makes fun of others to hide his insecurities. Harvey is a jock and the most popular guy in school. He is the story’s antagonist. Cindy Snail: Mezzo voice with strong belt/mix and contemporary sound. A quiet and nervous young girl who is head-over-heels in love with Tommy. Should have excellent comedic timing and an endearing vulnerability. Brandi Bunny: Mezzo voice with strong, soulful belt/mix up to an F. Ability to play several different roles and commitment to strong characterization is a must. Should be able to move well. Brandi is part of the sassy “doo-wop” trio narrating the story. Roxy Raccoon: Mezzo voice with strong, soulful belt/mix up to an F. Ability to play several different roles and commitment to strong characterization is a must. Should be able to move well. Roxy is part of the sassy “doo-wop” trio narrating the story.
PRODUCTION SCHEDULE All rehearsals are in New York City at Shetler Studios. All Tech and Performances are at the StageOne theater in Fairfield, Connecticut; accessible by Metro-North train. Rehearsals (11): Mon thru Fri 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 16 – Feb. 1 Performances (6): Feb 2 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Feb 3 at 2 p.m. Feb 9 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Feb 10 at 2 p.m. In-School Performances (2): Jan 25 at 8:30 a.m. Feb 4 at 3:00 p.m.
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