AEA NYC Take The Lead Actors

Take The Lead

Seeking talent from New York City, NY

Roles paying up to $1,350.00 / week (estimated duration: not provided)

About the project

COMPANY DETAILS

Take The Lead LLC

Diane Nabatoff and Eva Price, prods.; Christopher Gattelli, dir.; Christopher Gattelli, Maria Torres, and Jennifer Weber-choreo.; Robert Cary and Jonathan Tolins, book; Elliah Heifitz and Zeniba Now, music-lyrics; Bespoke Theatrical, general mgr.; The Telsey Office, casting; Priya Ghosh, Rachel Hoffman, and Lindsay Levine-casting dirs.

Casting Equity actors for roles in "Take The Lead," a musical.

Roles in this project

Pierre Dulaine

N/A. 18-99

Early 40s to Late 50s. Male (cis, trans, or non-binary). A former ballroom dance champion and current dance instructor. Raised in multiple Mediterranean countries, he speaks with an accent that seems to reflect all of them. He is passionate, impulsive, prone to outbursts; but he is also inspiring, energizing, and a born leader. Baritone.

To apply, see the "Key Details" section below.

Arianna Rey

N/A. 18-99

30s, Black, Brown, AAPI, or MENA. Female (cis, trans, or non-binary) Arianna is the Interim Principal at Drake High School. She has a huge heart, and a deep connection to her student body; her foremost priority is the emotional and physical safety of her students. Brimming with enthusiasm and drive, she is hoping to assume the principal position permanently. Alto Belt voice to E.

To apply, see the "Key Details" section below.

La Rhette

N/A. 18-99

17, Black. Female (cis, trans, or non-binary). Smart, curious, beautiful – but also trying to succeed academically in the face of significant pressure to help care for her family, and despite her anger and hurt over a longstanding feud with Rock and his brother. Dancing with Rock causes her to reconsider her assumptions about other people and to take the risk of falling in love. Mezzo/High Mix Belt to High A. Hip-hop dance ability.

To apply, see the "Key Details" section below.

Rock

N/A. 18-99

18, Black. Male (cis, trans, or non-binary). Strong, but quiet, Rock often feels persecuted for things he can’t control, and it’s caused him to turn inward, except for occasional flashes of frustration. Dancing unlocks a way of expressing himself and opens him up to a less defensive, more hopeful outlook on his future. Baritenor. Hip-hop dance ability.

To apply, see the "Key Details" section below.

Dates & Locations

Runs Feb. 5-16, 2024.

Compensation & Contract

All Roles

Rate: $1,350.00 / week (estimated duration: not provided)

Additional: Pays $1350/wk. Equity Tier 3 Development Agreement.

Key Details

Auditions:

Pearl Studios (500), 500 8th Ave, New York City, NY, 10018-6504

Equity Principal Audition

• Jan 3, 2024: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM ESTBreak 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Seeking talent from New York City, NY

Roles paying up to $1,350.00 / week (estimated duration: not provided)

Additional Instructions:

Holding Room: Studio 304 Audition Room: Studio 309 (Jan. 3); holding room: Studio 409 Audition Room: Studio 408 (Jan. 5). For the audition, sing a cut of a pop-rock or contemporary musical theater song. Bring a picture and resume stapled together.

EPA Procedures are in effect for this audition. An Equity Monitor will be provided.

Take The Lead LLC is committed to the spirit of inclusion by providing an environment of mutual respect free of bias, discrimination, bullying and harassment on the basis of race. Take The Lead LLC recognizes that barriers do exist for members of diverse backgrounds, and we are committed to acting as a positive force in eliminating these barriers. We advocate as a company and for all of those connected to the show to denounce racism, hate, injustice, and prejudice.

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

Character Breakdown

Ensemble Singer: Excellent singer/dancers with hop-hop and or partner dancing ability.

Alan Ford: Early 40s to Early 50s, any race. Male (cis, trans, or non-binary). Also a former ballroom champion (though always placing second to Pierre). Alan is Pierre's romantic partner of nine years as well as his partner in their ballroom academy. Despite his love for Pierre, Alan has a more balanced, pragmatic side in business, and he is also more concerned with each student getting equal attention, which puts him at odds with Pierre’s take-no-prisoners style. Good singer. Some ballroom dance ability.

Eddie: 17, Black/Brown, Male (cis, trans, or non-binary). A wise guy and joker, prone to failing courses and being comically self-deprecating about it. Friendly and outgoing. Vocal Range: Tenor/Rapper. Hip-hop dancer.

Miguel: 17, Brown. Male (cis, trans, or non-binary). Fancies himself a skilled lover. He’s not. Vocal Range: Baritone. Hip-hop dancer.

Kurd: 16, white. Male (cis, trans, or non-binary). Gangly, energetic, but not entirely comfortable in his own skin — which leads him to try to copy the style and speech patterns of the other kids at Drake despite it not quite looking or sounding right on him. Vocal Range: Tenor. Hip-hop dancer.

Styx: 17, any race. Any gender (cis, trans, or non-binary). A quiet, Goth-style “dark cloud,” constantly refusing to dance due to various injuries which may or may not be real. Styx is a still water that runs deep, as we discover when Pierre asks them to function as class DJ and their musical abilities come to the fore. Vocal Range: Any. excellent hip-hop dance specialist.

Monster: 17, Black. Male (cis, trans, or non-binary). A big kid with a big heart, but deeply shy. When paired up with Caitlin, their partnership soon becomes something more. Vocal Range: Bass/Baritone. Hip-hop dance ability.

Daniel: 18, Black. Male (cis, trans, or non-binary). Rock’s older brother, often getting into trouble with the law and anxious to make sure Rock stays close by his side. Vocal Range: Bass or Baritone. Hiphop dance ability.

Lance: 17, any race. Male (cis, trans, or non-binary). Morgan’s talented but slightly scattered partner. Excellent dancer with ballroom ability. Vocal Range: Any

Superintendent O’Hara: 50s, any race. Male (cis, trans, or non-binary). the Drake High district superintendent. A bureaucrat who has very little time for anything that doesn’t show a fast, demonstrable result, though he’s willing to be swayed by a convincing argument. Currently on his plate: finding a new Drake principal and balancing the school budget by cutting non-essential programs. Vocal Range: Any.