The Fantasticks (Photo/Resume Request) – Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
WHO: Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park Cincinnati, OH LORT B; $750/week minimum
Artistic Director/Stage Director: Ed Stern
Music: Harvey Schmidt
Book/Lyrics: Tom Jones
Musical Director: Michael Sebastian
Choreographer: Janet Watson
Casting: Rich Cole
WHEN: 1st rehearsal: April 20, 2010. Runs: May 15 – June 20.
SEEKING: Seeking the following roles only. Casting Director states, “All of these roles are open to actors from all ethnic and racial groups.”
El Gallo: Late 30s – late 40s. Handsome, charismatic, mysterious, confident. Strong presence and sex appeal. Strong baritone.
Matt: Seeking actor to play age 18. Matt is smart. Has adventurous energy. Goes from a romantic innocent to an experienced young man of the world. Lyric baritone to tenor, good actor/singer needed.
Hucklebee: Late 40s – mid 50s. Matt's father. Military man; strict, no-nonsense. Role for a character guy, good comedian. Sings and moves.
Bellomy: Late 40s – mid 50s. Luisa's father. Sweet, overly attentive and indulgent dad. Role for a character guy, good comedian. Sings and moves.
NYC auditions will be held February 16 – 17, by appointment only (callbacks February 18).
Seeking submissions from Actors’ Equity Members only for these auditions.
HOW TO APPLY: MAIL picture and resume to:
Attn: THE FANTASTICKS / (ROLE)
Rich Cole
648 Broadway Suite 912
New York NY 10012
Submissions are by US Mail only. Absolutely no phone calls, visits or emails.
Be sure to include the role for which you're submitting yourself on the envelope.
Please read notice carefully, and submit ONLY if you are right for one or more roles.
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