The Manic Monologues, Equity Video Submissions
Company
Shane Peterman, prod. artistic dir.; Elizabeth Kensek, assoc. prod.; Ashley Puckett Gonzales, dir.
Production Description
Casting Casting Equity actors for roles in the regional premiere of "The Manic Monologues." Synopsis: When creator Zack had his first psychotic break and was diagnosed with bipolar in May 2017, he was just finishing his PhD at Stanford University — and his world imploded. Would mental illness dictate his whole life? Would everything change? Zack was underwater, and his then girlfriend Elisa (and future co-creator) had no way of knowing whether her happy, gregarious partner-in-crime would ever resurface. One of the hardest parts about those early days was the absence of relatable, lived experiences. Zack and Elisa decided to create a play based on true stories to disrupt the stigma around mental illness. It resulted in a series of vignettes they called The Manic Monologues. The regional premiere of this piece at WaterTower Theatre will be staged in the round. It will incorporate music and movement as a part of this play for the first time, as an immersive experience to spark discussion and work towards removing the stigma surrounding mental health journeys.
Actors & Performers
bold and creative theater artists who connect to the subject matter of this ensemble piece; monologues will be assigned based on the company; movement and musical ability are a plus but not required. Note: Seeking one ensemble member who has interest in collaborative choreography with ballet and contemporary skills. Additional compensation will be provided for this individual.
To apply, see the "Key Details" section below
Rehearsals
Mar. 28-Apr. 18, 2023 (typically Monday is the observed Equity day
off); runs Apr. 19-30, 2023, Wednesday-Sunday, in Addison, TX.
Key Details
Addison, TX
Additional Instructions:
In person callbacks will be scheduled per Equity safety guidance Sept. 24-25 at the WaterTower Theatre. Prepare one of the monologues at https://www.dropbox.com/sh/omo38cgvmgu21ne/AABhSdxQ6bs4A_xBjJU1Cp45a?dl=0 .
Upload your audition video to youtube/vimeo/dropbox. Submit your your information, headshot, resume and link to your audition for the Creative Team to review at https://airtable.com/shrfY33oH07EwCvxJ . All video submissions will be viewed by the team. Submit by Sept. 21. Local actors encouraged to submit. Actors must be willing to follow strict safety standards and agree to COVID testing which will be paid for by WTT. This production is approved under Actors’ Equity Fully Vaccinated Safety Standards. WaterTower Theatre is dedicated to diversity and inclusion as a core value, and as such we strongly encourage actors of all ethnicities, abilities, genders, and ages to audition.
More info at www.watertowertheatre.org. This production will be presented with very limited audience on The Terry Martin Main Stage. If you have any questions email Associate Producer, Elizabeth Kensek at EKensek@watertowertheatre.org. 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.
