Auditions
Auditions
Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!) by by Michael Carleton, James Fitzgerald and John K. Alvarez, Directed by Ciera Eis
Audition Date: Sunday, April 28th from 10am-2pm & Monday, April 29th from 7:30pm-10pm
Callbacks: Monday, May 6th from 6pm-10pm
Location: Town Hall Theatre, 3535 School Street, Lafayette, CA 94549.
Requirements: 30 seconds a cappella of a Christmas/Holiday song, and both sides for one of the characters below. All roles are open, Non-AEA.
Pay: Actors who are cast are paid $16.00 per hour for rehearsals and performances.
Synopsis: Fast, furious, and slightly irreverent Every Christmas Story Ever Told is a look at holiday classics and traditions. Santa Claus, Rudolph, the Grinch, and just about every other seasonal character, make an appearance in this raucous comedy that will have audiences laughing all the way to the New Year!
Calendar:
Rehearsals begin October 22, 2024.
Previews are December 5th and 6th, 2024.
Run dates are December 7th-21st, 2024.
Character Descriptions: Seeking three actors who are versatile, funny, and who can sing and move well. All ages, abilities, and genders will be considered.
Jim: The "straight man". Prefers the classics. They look forward to playing Scrooge in "A Christmas Carol" every year. Not the one who is running to the party, but the one who can reluctantly be coaxed to join. Great at deadpan delivery and playing the reality of the moment.
Michael: The "showman". They have been doing their research and pride themselves in their knowledge of the world. They are not exactly a know-it-all, but rather they love sharing their knowledge. The one walking into the party with their friends, who ends up charismatically telling a really interesting story to the whole room. Great at engaging the audience and adding to the excitement of the moment.
John: Childlike, full of wonder and amazement. Energetic lover of all things holiday. Over "A Christmas Carol" and looking to celebrate something new. The one running head-first into the party without knowing or caring who is there! Great at listening and reacting in the moment.
*Actors of the global majority are strongly encouraged to submit. Please note: Our casting notices may include gender, ethnicity, and ability descriptions; however, we invite actors of ALL abilities, gender identities, and racial identities to submit for any role that is exciting to them.
COVID-19 Safety Measures:
The safety of our performers and staff is our top priority. We will be following all recommended COVID-19 safety guidelines during auditions. Please be prepared to adhere to any safety protocols in place at the time of the audition.
If you have any questions, please email casting@townhalltheatre.com
True West by Sam Shepard, Directed by Katja Rivera
Audition Date: May 3rd, 2024 from 7:00pm-10:00pm
Location: Town Hall Studios, 83 Lafayette Circle, Lafayette, CA 94549. Next to Lamorinda music, door on the far left up the stairs.
Callbacks: May 13th, 2024 from 7:00pm-10:00pm
Location: Town Hall Theatre, 3535 School Street, Lafayette, CA 94549.
Requirements: Preparation of sides. Sides will be given after receiving an audition time slot. All roles are open, Non-AEA.
Pay: Actors who are cast are paid $16.00 per hour for rehearsals and performances.
Synopsis: True West explores the struggle for power between two brothers—Lee, a drifter and petty thief, and Austin, a successful screenwriter—while they collaborate on a screenplay in their mother’s southern California home. Lee, who claims that he can write a “truer” western than Austin because he has actually lived the western life, convinces Austin’s producer that he is the right man for the project, and the role reversals begin. Soon Austin is behaving like a thief, and Lee is the coddled Hollywood writer. This savage and darkly humorous version of the Cain and Abel story also satirizes the modern West’s exploitation of the romanticized "cowboys-and-Indians" West of American mythology. This production will feature an all-Latiné cast.
Calendar:
Rehearsals begin April 28, 2025.
Previews are June 5th and 6th, 2025
Run dates are June 7th-28th, 2025.
Character Descriptions: (ENTIRE CAST IS LATINÉ)
Austin: male presenting, early to mid-thirties, a semi-successful screenwriter.
Lee: male presenting, late 30’s to early 40’s, A hard-drinking, petty thief and drifter with a temper.
Sal: male presenting, late 30’s, a Hollywood Producer.
Mother: female presenting, 60’s, mother to Austin and Lee
*Actors of the global majority are strongly encouraged to submit. Please note: Our casting notices may include gender, ethnicity, and ability descriptions; however, we invite actors of ALL abilities, gender identities, and racial identities to submit for any role that is exciting to them.
COVID-19 Safety Measures:
The safety of our performers and staff is our top priority. We will be following all recommended COVID-19 safety guidelines during auditions. Please be prepared to adhere to any safety protocols in place at the time of the audition.
To be considered for an Audition:
Please email your headshot and resume to casting@townhalltheatre.com, with the subject line TRUE WEST.
If you have any questions, please email casting@townhalltheatre.com