Kinky Boots, ECC
About the project
Daniel C. Levinne, artistic dir.; Bryan Perri, music supervisor; R. Erin Craig, producing dir.; Katie Diamond, exec. dir.; Cyndi Lauper, music-lyrics; Harvey Fierstein, book; Nathan Peck, dir.-choreo.; Alexander Tom, music dir.; Jason Styres, casting
Casting Equity chorus parts for "Kinky Boots."
Synopsis:
Charlie Price has reluctantly inherited his father's shoe factory,
which is on the verge of bankruptcy. Trying to live up to his father's
legacy and save his family business, Charlie finds inspiration in the
form of Lola, a fabulous entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos.
As they work to turn the factory around, this unlikely pair find that
they have more in common than they realized... and discover that when
you change your mind, you can change your whole world.Roles in this project
Dates & Locations
Rehearsals begin April 22 (6 days/wk.); tech runs May 15; previews May 23; runs May 25-June 16 in Ridgefield, CT.
Compensation & Contract
Key Details
- Jan 2, 2024: 2:00 PM ES
- Jan 4, 2024: 9:30 AM ESt
- Jan 4, 2024: 2:00 PM ESt
- Singers (Female Characters)
Equity
dancers must come warmed up and ready to dance; character shoes with
heels; and clothing that allows you to dance. Bring a short cut (16 or
32 bars) of a song in the style of the show, as they may be asked to
sing after dancing. Bring sheet music. An audition pianist will be
provided. Also, bring a hard copy of a picture and resume, stapled.
Equity
singers must prepare a 32-bar cut of a song in the style of the show.
Bring sheet music. An audition pianist will be provided. Also, bring a
hard copy of a picture and resume, stapled.
Performances are
Thurs.-Sun., with understudy rehearsals on Thursday afternoons (after
opening). All rehearsals and performances are in Ridgefield, CT at ACT
of Connecticut
For more info, go to www.actofct.org
ACT
of CT is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to inspiring,
creating, and nurturing a culturally diverse and equitable environment
for its staff, creative teams, cast, crew members, and audiences.
ACT
of CT does not discriminate in matters of employment, recruitment,
admission, or administration of any of its programs on the basis of
race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic
origin, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or
genetic information.
We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and to maintaining an inclusive and discrimination-free environment.
Round-trip
transportation is provided on a daily basis (between NYC and
Ridgefield, CT) in shared company vehicles for all rehearsals and
performances. From the start of technical rehearsals through the opening
weekend, local housing will be offered to non-local cast members
(rather than traveling back and forth daily between NYC and Ridgefield,
CT).
ECC Procedures are in effect for this audition. An Equity
Monitor will be provided. Always bring your Equity Membership card to
auditions.
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.
Additional Materials
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Ensemble / Singers: A diverse company of terrific pop/rock
singers/actors/dancers. All roles are open to all ethnicities, as well
as non-binary and all gender identities. Most ensemble tracks will
understudy one of the principal roles. Additionally, all actors must be
comfortable working/moving on mechanical treadmills, as these will be
used in the production. The ensemble performers must be very good
pop/rock singers. They will cover principal roles and featured ensemble
roles, as well as play factory workers, pub patrons etc. The characters
should feel like real, everyday people, and be able to.
- Nicola /
Ensemble: Female-identified character, 20s-early 30s. Charlie's
long-term girlfriend. She is a social climber, driven and
uncompromising. Vocal range: pop/rock, E3-F#5. Ensemble.
- Pat /
Ensemble: Female-identified character, 20s-40s. Officious office manager
who will let loose her wild side when allowed. Vocal range: pop/rock,
Bb3-F#5. Ensemble.
- Marge / Milan Stage Manager / Ensemble:
Female-identified character, any age. Marge is a factory worker. Vocal
range: pop/rock, any vocal range. Ensemble.
- Trish / Ensemble:
Female-identified character, 20s – 40s. Factory worker who has been
there longer than any of the other women. Has a husband and kids to
worry over. Vocal range: pop/rock, Bb5-D5. Ensemble.
- Maggie / Ensemble: Female-identified character, any age. Maggie is a factory worker. Vocal range: pop/rock, any. Ensemble.
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The Angels (6): Male-identified characters, 20s-early 30s. These are
the six drag performers from The Blue Angel Nightclub who perform with
Lola. All with star quality and personality. Terrific, versatile singers
(with a contemporary pop/rock/R&B belt) and dancers (required to
dance in heels). Vocal range: pop tenor and/or baritenor. Ensemble.
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Harry / Crispin / Ensemble: Male-identified character, mid 20s-40s.
Harry is a contemporary of Charlie's but his opposite – successful,
self-aware, and confident. Crispin is a factory worker. Vocal range:
pop/rock, F#3-F#4. Ensemble.
- Richard Bailey / Paddington /
Ensemble : Male-identified character, 30s-50s. Richard Bailey is
Nicola's boss. An overtly attractive and successful man. Paddington is a
factory worker. Vocal range: pop/rock, any. Ensemble.
- Mutt /
Hooligan / Ensemble: Male-identified character, any age. Mutt is a
factory worker. Vocal range: pop/rock, any. Ensemble.
- Hooch /
Hooligan / Ensemble: Male-identified character, any age. Hooch is a
factory worker. Vocal range: pop/rock, any. Ensemble.
- Mr. Price /
Moishe / Ensemble: Male-identified character, 50s-80s. Mr. Price is
Charlie's father. Vocal range: pop/rock, G2-F4. Ensemble.
- Simon
Sr. / Locke / Ensemble: Male-identified character, 30s-50s. Simon Sr. is
Lola's father, an unforgiving tower of anger. Locke is a factory
worker. Vocal range: pop/rock, any. Ensemble.
- Female-Presenting Swing: Will cover all female-identified ensemble tracks/roles. Strong pop/rock voice. Ensemble/Swing.
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Male-Presenting Swing: Will cover all male-identified ensemble
(including the Angels). Must be terrific dancers, have great pop voices,
and be comfortable in drag/in heels to cover Angels. Ensemble/Swing.
