Description:

DOUBLE VISION is a new musical making its Midwest premiere as part of the Chicago Musical Theatre Festival in February 2020. The show follows an astrophysics PhD student and an emerging filmmaker as they strive to make their marks on the world, threaded with themes of commitment, motivation, love, discovery, and achievement through science fiction and comedic lenses.

Astrophysics PhD candidate Luke needs to prove his theory of parallel universes for his dissertation. Rising young filmmaker Sam needs to salvage her latest pilot script for a chance at a big break in television. When Luke successfully opens a wormhole and finds Sam on the other side, the two discover that they can help each other more than they think.

DOUBLE VISION is an original sci-fi comedy musical by Olivia Popp about science (well, sort of), love (okay, kind of), relationships (in more ways than one), and the power of seeking something new. An original show of galactic proportions, DOUBLE VISION turns musical theatre on its head with science fiction inspiration, queer- and POC-centered narratives, and an 80s rock-inspired score.

Characters:
Actors of color are highly encouraged to audition!

Vanessa (F, 18-35 to play early 20s, any race/ethnicity) - Tired of her dead-end job and thinks she's strong enough to handle herself and live independently, but yearns for a true connection to others. Clinging to her connection to her sister, Sam. Open to romance, so long as she can set the terms.

Lizzie / Ellie (F, 30-60 to play late 50s, any race/ethnicity) - These roles are doubled. LIZZIE: Supportive of her son, Luke, but often pushing him too much for their relationship to be close. Always pushing forward and looking to move onwards and upwards. ELLIE: Almost confident that she can continue to mentor now that her children have grown, continuing to cling to the past. Re-assessing as best she can the best way to approach any issue.

Time Commitment:
There will be 5 shows over the course of the three-week festival (February 3-23, 2020), with the possibility of up to 10 shows. The following dates are the confirmed 5 shows:
Tuesday, February 4, 8 PM
Sunday, February 9, 6 PM
Saturday, February 15, 7:30 PM
Wednesday, February 19, 8 PM
Saturday, February 22, 3 PM

A small week-long workshop will occur in late November/early December. Rehearsals will take place in January 2020.