Directed and Produced by: Baz Halpin and Silent House Productions (Pink, Calvin Harris, Khalid, Britney Spears, Jonas Brothers, Jennifer Lopez, Gwen Stefani, Imagine Dragons, Harry Styles, American Music Awards…) are seeking performers for lead roles and covers in “Awakening” a new original production show in Las Vegas.
Auditions will be held in NYC. IF YOU ARE NOT IN NYC, YOU CAN SUBMIT ONLINE AND A ZOOM WILL BE ARRANGED. PLEASE SUBMIT TO LINK BELOW THE CHARACTER DESCRIPTION.
SEEKING
- FEMALE (LEAD) A strong versatile trained actor who radiates a magnetic and captivating presence. She possesses a unique and distinctive star quality. She is the protagonist of the story. A strong-willed leading lady, movie star type but also vulnerable which makes her lovable and relatable. Dance/strong movement skills are a plus. Experience in acrobatics and/or harness work and the ability to fit into tight spaces also a plus. She has the internal confidence of Wonder Woman; the attitude of a female Spiderman. SUBMIT TO: https://awakening.castingcrane.com/ Character Aesthetic: to play female. All ethnicities. Age range: 20-30. Small in stature Height: 5’5” – 5’8”. Requirements: cannot be afraid of heights or confined spaces.
- MALE (LEAD) African American – Strong Actor. Singing is a plus but not a requirement. This is a speaking and singing role. The role is masculine male and plays multiple characters with various personalities. The characters physical presence looks dominant, with a muscular, broad shouldered, chiseled upper body. The character has a strong presence, setting the tone and mood as he guides the audience through each scene. He is the ruler/Lord of his kingdom, emoting a Greek god. The vocal style is commercial pop/rock. (Bruno Mars meets Hugh Jackman meets Elton John) Storytelling is accomplished through spoken word and song. SUBMIT TO: https://awakeninglight.castingcrane.com/ Character Aesthetic: to play male. The character is of African descent. Age range: 25-35. Height minimum: 5’10”. The character is shirtless for much of the show and boasts a chiseled muscular physique. Special Requirements: cannot be afraid of heights or confined spaces.
AUDITION PLACE: Ripley Grier NYC
TIME & DATE: June 3, 2023 at 1:45 PM
WHAT TO PREPARE
LIGHT – Candidates will be asked to perform 2 monologues. (Attached Below)
Additionally, Singers will be asked to perform 32 bars of their song choice (pop songs preferred) Call back vocalists will be provided a song from the show to learn.
LIGHT Monologue 1:
Ladies and gentlemen, gather ’round, for tonight, the spotlight shines upon me, the enigmatic force that pierces through the darkness. I am the embodiment of luminescence, the one they call LIGHT.
I stand before you, not merely as a flicker or a glimmer, but as an explosion of radiance, ready to ignite your souls and set your hearts ablaze. Within me resides the power to illuminate your dreams, to banish the shadows that cloud your aspirations, and to guide you on a path paved with brilliance.
You see, I am more than a beam that dances upon a stage. I am the essence of hope, the catalyst that ignites possibility. With every step I take, a symphony of colors bursts forth, painting the world in vibrant hues. And within that kaleidoscope of brilliance, I invite you to witness the magic, to believe in the impossible.
LIGHT Monologue 1:
As I stand here, my heart is a blend of anticipation and trepidation. For tonight, destiny has conspired to bring us together once more, after years of separation and longing. I find myself standing on the precipice of a moment that holds the potential to mend the fractures of time, to reconcile the past with the present, and to ignite the flames of a love that has withstood the test of distance.
FEMALE ROLECandidates will be asked to improvise 2 dance pieces (30 seconds). 1 depicting joyful, movement that shows off personality and technique. 1 that is more urban and edgy.
FEMALE ROLE candidates will also be asked to perform the monologue (with physical actions) below.
FEMALE Monologue:
A dimly lit warehouse filled with crates and shadows. SARA, a witty and courageous heroine, stands in the center of the room, surrounded by a group of menacing thugs.
SARA (raising an eyebrow) Well, well, well, what do we have here? The bad fashion gang?
The thugs exchange confused glances, not sure how to react.
SARA (mocking) Seriously, guys, neon tracksuits went out of style years ago. Did you miss the memo?
The thugs growl, preparing to attack. Sara smirks confidently.
SARA (jokingly) Alright, let’s dance! But don’t worry, fellas, I promise not to step on your toes.
With lightning-fast reflexes, Sara engages in a thrilling display of acrobatic-like (or dance) moves, dodging punches and delivering kicks with precision.
SARA (laughing) Oops! Did I just make you kiss the floor? My bad!
She cartwheels over a thug, disarming him and flipping him onto his back.
SARA (teasingly) You know, guys, this would be so much easier if you just handed over the loot. I could save us all a lot of trouble.
The thugs snarl in frustration, lunging at her from all directions. Sara effortlessly counters their attacks, weaving through their blows with finesse.
SARA (sincerely) But here’s the thing, fellas. I’m not just here to crack jokes and show off my fancy moves. I’m here because I believe in something greater than myself. I believe in protecting those who can’t protect themselves.
She delivers a knockout blow, sending a thug flying across the room.
SARA (passionately) In a world full of darkness and chaos, we need a little light. We need heroes who can bring laughter and hope, even in the face of danger. And that’s where I come in.
Sara moves through the air, landing in a perfect superhero pose.
SARA (grinning) So, whether you like it or not, I’m going to keep cracking jokes, kicking butt, and reminding everyone that even in the darkest moments, there’s always room for a little laughter.
)Because when the laughter fades, what remains is the unwavering belief that we can make a difference. That’s the power of humor, of resilience, of being a hero.
She readies herself for the next challenge, her eyes shining with determination.
Source: Playbill