Description:

CHILDREN OF EDEN is now accepting video submissions for all tracks for a staged concert presentation this October. Both non-equity and equity members are encouraged to submit video submissions by September 9, 2022, to ctfcasting@gmail.com.

When: The staged concert availability ask would be: 8/29/22-10/15/22 (2 performances only on 10/15)

Where: Chicago (location TBD; performances at the Cadillac Palace Theatre).

Who: The team who may view auditions include: Derek Van Barham (Director); Kyle Hass (Artistic Producer); Nicholas Ranauro (Choreographer); Justin Kono (Music Director); Stephen Schwartz (Music); John Caird (Book); Taylor Benoit (Casting Director). Children of Eden will be produced through a special arrangement between the Chicagoland Theatre Fund and Onesti Entertainment.

Characters:

Father (Standby)
An older looking, impressive man. A true father figure, he wants the best for all of his children but parents with a firm hand. Protective, loving, and reminiscent of God.
Gender: Male
Age: 35 to 55
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: G3

Adam / Noah (Standby)
Adam: Eve's bright and childlike partner. He is initially devout to Father and loving to his wife & children. Later plagued by guilt. Hard-working and reserved. Noah: rough but simple. He is unsophisticated and shrewd, but also warm and loyal. He builds the ark to save his family and honor Father.
Gender: Male
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: A3

Eve / Mama (Standby)
Eve: curious and questioning, smart and excited. Chose an imperfect life of knowledge over a perfect life of innocence. Mama: Noah's wife and inherently motherly. She possesses a gentle strength, is reassuring, and serves as the mediator of the family.
Gender: Female
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: G3

Cain / Japheth (Standby)
Cain: Abel's older, adventurous brother. Follows in his mother's footsteps and longs for the companionship of other humans. He is strong, stubborn, and independent. Japeth: in love with Yonah and is willing to sacrifice his life to be with her. He is Noah's youngest son. Clever, rebellious, stubborn.
Gender: Male
Age: 18 to 25
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: B3

Storytellers
The ever present Chorus of the production. They are comprised of boys & girls, men & women. They represent many ages, colors, sizes and shapes. They are the largest part of the production. Seeking strong vocalists and dancers. Submission should include 16 bars of a musical theatre piece, showcasing vocal range.

Pay: $650-$750/week