'Wicked,' B'way/National Tour
CATEGORY: THEATER: PLAYS
TAGS: PAID UNION
EXPIRES:November 17, 2021 7:00 PM
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Company
Marc Platt, Universal Pictures, The Araca Group, Jon B. Platt, & David Stone, prods.; Joe Mantello, dir.; Wayne Cilento, choreo.; Stephen Schwartz, music-lyrics; Winnie Holzman, book; Stephen Oremus, music supervisor; Dan Micciche, music dir.; Lisa Leguillou, assoc. dir.; Corinne McFadden Herrera, assoc. choreo; 321 Theatrical Management, gen. mgr.; Craig Burns, CSA (The Telsey Office), casting
Production Description: Seeking video submissions from Equity actors for for principal roles in the Broadway and National Tour or "Wicked."
Actors & Performers
Equity Actors: 18+
To apply, see the "Key Details" section below
Rehearsal and Production Dates & Locations
Production dates TBD; rehearses and performs in NYC.
Compensation & Contract Details
Professional Pay
Pays $2323/wk. Equity Production (League) Contract.
Key Details Seeking talent from: New York, NY
Additional Instructions:
For consideration, submit video, photo and resume to wickedmusicalcasting@gmail.com. Submissions deadline is Nov. 17. Video Preparation Instructions: Sing a brief contemporary musical theater song showing range. Sopranos may sing a brief
traditional legit musical theater song showing range. Please provide your own accompaniment. As an alternative to singing a song of choice, you may sing an excerpt from "Wicked." Sheet music, teaching tracks, and accompaniment tracks for all principal roles are accessible at the following link: https://tinyurl.com/3schhaa6. If you are using an iPhone to video record, be sure to film horizontally and in a well-lit space (not backlit). At the top of the video, please slate your name and height. Send the video, along with your photo/resume attached, in a downloadable format (Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.) and in one file to the email address. In the subject line, please type: [Your full name] - [The role(s) for which you’d like to be considered].
Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to submit.
Additional Materials Breakdown
[Elphaba] Female, 20s, any ethnicity. The “wicked” witch. Born with emerald-green skin, she has had a rough childhood and is an outcast from the beginning. Smart, fiery, sensitive, passionate, misunderstood, sincere, has potent inner beauty, rallies for the underdog, has great talent for sorcery. Has a thrilling, powerhouse, contemporary high-belt singing voice. A leading lady capable of carrying a big show. Principal.
[Glinda] Female, 20s, any ethnicity. The “good” witch. Charming, entrancing, ambitious, perky, vain, very popular, a social climber, but also vulnerable and sympathetic. Her friendship with Elphaba reveals more depth in her character. Excellent comic chops and a glorious singing voice with high soprano and belt capability. A leading lady capable of carrying a big show. Principal.
[Fiyero] Male, 20s, any ethnicity, height of 5’11” or taller. A striking prince with a philosophy of “Dancing Through Life.” A wealthy, dangerous party boy who at first is attracted to Glinda. Initially he is shallow and self-absorbed; however, his growing relationship with Elphaba prompts him to reexamine his way of thinking. Movement ability and a strong tenor pop/rock singing voice. Principal.
[The Wizard Of Oz] Male, 50s – 70s, any ethnicity. An old carnival huckster who blew into Oz in a hot air balloon and became a false-faced leader. Strong, distinctive, engaging, sweet, and has a character singing voice. Principal.
[Madame Morrible] Female, 50s – 70s, any ethnicity. A sorceress and Headmistress of Shiz
University. Dignified, powerful, haughty, has a dark side. Takes Elphaba under her wing, training her in sorcery. Has a formidable presence. Sings a little; is able to carry a tune. Principal.
[Nessarose] Female, 20s, any ethnicity. Elphaba’s striking, lonely, compassionate younger sister, she was favored by their father. Has spent her life in a wheelchair. Becomes obsessively attached to Boq and becomes the Wicked Witch of the East. Has a stunning face and a strong belt singing voice. Principal.
[Boq] Male, 20s, any ethnicity, height of 5’7” or shorter. A helpless, quirky munchkin. Enamored with Glinda, who pays him no mind. Reluctantly, he becomes involved with Nessarose. Has a strong tenor singing voice. Principal.
[Doctor Dillamond] Male, 40s – 70s, any ethnicity. A distinguished and well-liked professor at Shiz University. He is a goat and the sole animal on the faculty. He becomes a victim to the animal discrimination occurring in Oz. Has a sense of gravity, authority, and comic skill. May be tall in height. Sings a little; is able to carry a tune. Principal.
