Equity auditions seeking dancers and chorus singers have been scheduled for parts in “A WONDERFUL WORLD” on Broadway. A Wonderful World tells the story of the beloved jazz legend and Grammy winner. While Iglehart will star as the American icon, the bio-musical is presented through the eyes of the women in his life.
PERSONNEL
Director: Christopher Renshaw
Book: Aurin Squire
Choreographer: Rickey Tripp
Original Music, Music Arrangements,
Orchestrations, Music Direction: Annastasia Victory & Michael O. Mitchell
General Manager: Martian Entertainment
Associate Director: Christina Sajous
Associate Choreographer: Aurelia Michael
Casting Director: Duncan Stewart, CSA of ARC
Casting Associate: Patrick Maravilla of ARC
In the Room: Annastasia Victory (Music Director), Duncan Stewart (Casting Director)
OTHER DATES
Rehearsal Dates: August 21 (Principal Roles start)/August 28 (Ensemble/Chorus and
Swings start) to Sunday September 17, 2023 in NYC
New Orleans Saenger Theatre Dates: September 18 – October 8, 2023
Chicago Cadillac Palace Dates: October 10 – 29, 2023
SEEKING
- [FEMALE-IDENTIFYING ENSEMBLE] 20s-30s, female-identifying, black. Strong singers and dancers to play multiple roles (Storyville sex-workers, Brothel clients, Band members, Charleston dancers, show-dancers, film crew, protesters, nurses etc.) Strong tap ability preferred.
- [MALE-IDENTIFYING ENSEMBLE] 20s-30s, male-identifying, black. Strong singers and dancers to play multiple roles (Storyville sex-workers, Brothel clients, Band members, Charleston dancers, show-dancers, film crew, protesters, nurses etc.) Strong tap ability preferred.
Equity encourages members to prepare for their audition prior to arriving at the audition venue, to the extent that they can (e.g., get dressed, hair/make-up, etc.) to avoid crowding in bathrooms and dressing rooms.
Holding/Audition room information:
The audition room (Studio 304) can accommodate no more than 50 individuals at a time.
The holding room (Studio 306) can accommodate no more than 35 individuals at a time.
AUDITION DATE FOR SINGERS
Friday, April 21, 2023
9:30 AM (E) til 5:30 pm / Break: 1:00-2:00pm
AUDITION DATE FOR DANCERS
Thursday, April 20, 2023
9:30 AM (E) til 5:30 PM / Lunch: 1:30-2:30pm
LOCATION
Pearl Studios (500)
500 8th Ave
New York, NY 10018-6504
Check lobby upon arrival for any changes.
PREPARATION – Dancers please dress in clothing you are able to dance in. Male dancers, please wear shoes you are comfortable dancing in. Female dancers, please bring heels. Singers please choose a brief song of your choice in the style of the show. An accompanist will be provided. Note: there will be no dancing at the singers call. Please bring a picture and resume, stapled together.
Source: Playbill