NYC EPA How to Dance in Ohio
Company
Ben Holtzman, Sammy Lopez, and Fiona Howe Rudin, prods.; Samuel Dallas, general mgr.; Becky Leifman, dir. of community engagement; Rebekah Greer Melocik, book-lyrics; Sammi Cannold, dir.; Mayte Natalio, choreo.; Alexandra Shiva, original documentary; Ava Xiao-Lin Rigelhaupt, autism creative consultant; Benton Whitley, casting dir- Theatrical; Micah Johnson-Levy, assoc. casting dir.; Jacob Yandura, music; Mary Cynthia McGowan, assoc. dir.; Lily Ling, musical dir.; Sarah Parker, assoc. choreo.; Tatiana Barber, assist. choreo.
Casting Equity actors for chorus dancers parts for the Broadway production of "How to Dance in Ohio."
Actors & Performers
To apply, see the "Key Details" section below. Rehearsal and Production Dates & Locations Rehearsals begin Oct. 9; first preview Nov. 15; runs Dec. 10.
Compensation & Contract Details
New York City, NY
Additional Instructions:
To
audition be prepared to dance. Bring tennis/gym shoes and clothing you
can move in. Also, please bring your headshot and resume stapled
together.
We welcome performers of all races, gender identities,
disabilities, and body types. In addition to performers identifying with
the genders listed in the character descriptions, we actively encourage
performers of all gender identities to submit for any roles as the
breakdown below reflects the current draft of this continually
developing new musical. Autistic actors are encouraged to audition. A
note of intent for the casting process: How to Dance in Ohio is in
development and the neurotypical (not autistic) members of our team are
committed to learning from, with, and creating alongside autistic and
disabled artists as the piece develops. We look forward to collaborating
both with our autistic creative team members and with autistic
performers coming aboard via this process. In the character breakdown
below, we as a team chose to use identity-first language to follow in
the footsteps of autistic self-advocates. If you would like us to
utilize person-first or any other terminology about your identity in
communications, please let us know and you can expect the utmost respect
of your personal identity preferences. Lastly, in addition to the
autistic roles in our show, there are several neurotypical roles.
Autistic and neurodivergent actors are welcome and encouraged to submit
for neurotypical roles or autistic roles should they wish. If you are
unsure of whether or not you should submit for the autistic roles,
please consult ProjectAmIRight.org and/or reach out to us with any questions or concerns.
Holding
room Studio 309 Note: When you arrive at the 4th floor lobby of Pearl
Studios, there is an electronic board on the wall that will indicate
which studio to go to in the case of any last-minute changes. There will
also be someone at a front desk who will be able to help point you in
the right direction if you have any questions on where to go. ECC
Procedures are in effect for this audition. An Equity Monitor will be
provided. 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 attend every audition. Always bring your Equity
Membership card to auditions.
Additional Materials
Seeking:
Johanna
and others as cast. The role is cast. 40s-50s, she/her, powerful
mezzo-soprano. Caroline’s mother, perky and positive, keeps a watchful
eye over her daughter, artsy mom vibes.
Terry and others as cast.
The role is cast. 40s-50s, she/her, powerful mezzo-soprano. Jessica’s
mother, patient, loves leopard print, gives her daughter lots of space,
cool mom vibes.
Michael and others as cast. The role is cast.
40s-50s, he/him, mid to high tenor. Marideth’s father, blue-collar,
doing his best, is anxious in new social settings.
Amy and others
as cast. The role is cast. 40s-50s, she/her, soprano. Drew’s mother,
cultured, a housewife with a master’s degree, adept at managing her
husband and son’s needs.
Kurt and others as cast. The role is
cast. 40s-50s, he/him, mid to high baritone. Drew’s father, whitecollar,
conservative, a bit formal, has high expectations for Drew.
Principal
Swings. Four actors of any gender identities and vocal ranges to cover
at least three of the following principal tracks. Actors with Autism
are encouraged to audition:
Drew 18, he/him, mid to high tenor,
autistic. He needs structure, a bit formal, knows a lot about
electricity and electrical grids, is looking for deeper connections in
life – possibly romantic, on track to go to his dream college.
Principal.
