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Created Date | August 11, 2023 | |
Expiration Date | September 10, 2023 | |
Posted by | Administrator | |
Country | United States | |
State | Illinois | |
City | Chicago | |
Location | Chicago | |
Project Type | Non-Equity Audition | |
Project Title | Hershel and The Hanukkah Goblins |
Description:
Strawdog Theatre Company announces auditions for our production of HERSHEL AND THE HANUKKAH GOBLINS, based on the book by Eric Kimmel, adapted for the stage by Mike Dailey, directed by Noah Elman. A stage adaptation of the classic children's book, the show will use live music and shadow puppetry to tell the fantastical story of Hershel defeating a series of goblins over the eight days of Hanukkah. Performances will be in-person with a live streaming option for audiences.
Seeking non-AEA actors of all backgrounds for principal and understudy positions, and strongly encourage performers of all ethnicities, ages, sizes, genders, and abilities to submit. Due to the content of the show, we are especially interested in hearing from those who identify with or have a background in Jewish culture and/or faith.
We are looking to cast an ensemble of 6 principal actors and 6 understudy actors, made up of singers and instrumentalists, especially those who can play guitar, fiddle/violin, or clarinet. Special skills training/experience a bonus including but not limited to: shadow puppetry, devising, movement, clowning, magic, and other special skills.
Pay rate: $750 for both principal actors and understudies
Rehearsals: Oct 9 to Nov 12, 2023 - Sun through Thurs at 11am-3pm
Tech: Nov 12 to Nov 29, 2023
Thanksgiving Break: Nov 20 to 25, 2023
Previews: Nov 30 & Dec 2, 2023 at 7pm
Performances: Dec 3 to 23, 2023 - Thurs & Sat at 7pm, Sun at 11am & 2pm
School Performance: Dec 13, 2023 - Weds at 11am
Understudy Performance: Dec 21, 2023 - Thurs at 7pm
The show will be rehearsed and performed at The Chicago Loop Synagogue at 16 S Clark St, Chicago, IL 60603.
Contact Info:
If you are interested in being considered, please email Casting Director Karissa Murrell Myers at casting@strawdog.org with the subject line, "HERSHEL 2023", and include your headshot and resume. If selected, casting will send you the self-tape submission instructions.
Website: www.strawdog.org