Midnight' EPA
Seeking talent from New York City, NYAbout the project
COMPANY DETAILS
Midnight 1200 LLC
Caryn
Sterling, producer.; Todrick Hall, writer-music-dir.-choreo.; Laurence
Stannard, music dir.; Sujotta Pace (CSA), Stephen Kopel (C12 casting),
casting dirs.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Casting
Equity actors for roles in "Midnight." Synopsis: Midnight is a story
created with the intention to bring the world together. A celebration of
empathy, unity, and love at a time when we need it most. A universal
message of humanity. Set in America’s South during the nineteenth
century, Midnight is a sweeping story of love, conflict, and the search
for understanding. With a fully sung-through score, the musical weaves
together gospel, rhythm and blues, classical, pop, rock, opera, folk,
and classic musical theatre into a stirring, genre-defying tapestry of
sound. Through its soaring music and powerful drama, Midnight invites
audiences to imagine life through another’s eyes, offering a universal
message: we cannot choose the roles we are given in life, but we can
choose how we play them.Roles in this project
Strong
dancer. The central character of the story. The central character of
the story. Charismatic, clever, funny, and effortlessly engaging, with
natural leadership qualities. Must possess strong comedic instincts,
emotional depth, and the ability to connect authentically with an
audience. Powerful gospel tenor with extensive riffing, a smooth soul
sound, and a soaring falsetto. Range: Strong belt to Ab4 (optional Bb4)
and falsetto to F5.
Ethnicity: Black / African Descent
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
To apply, see the "Key Details" section below.
Strong
dancer. A charming man with confidence and a great sense of humor.
Romantic, appealing, and effortlessly likable, with a strong presence
and undeniable charisma. High Baritone. Able to move seamlessly between a
legit musical theatre sound and an R&B/pop vocal style. Range:
Belt to G4; strong falsetto to D5.
Ethnicity: White / European Descent
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
To apply, see the "Key Details" section below.
A
warm, sincere young woman with innocence and a natural presence. Honest
and direct, with a quiet flirtatiousness that emerges in her
interactions with Rail. A powerful gospel soprano with a strong belt who
can also seamlessly transition into a legit soprano sound. Range:
Bb3-F5 (belt)
Ethnicity: Black / African Descent
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
To apply, see the "Key Details" section below.
A
clever young woman with strength, and wit. Has emotional depth, sharp
instincts, and undeniable romantic chemistry with Richard. An
operatic/legit soprano with a soaring, contemporary belt. Range: (opt.
E3), G3-F5 (belt), up to C#6 (operatic).
Ethnicity: White / European Descent
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
To apply, see the "Key Details" section below.
A
magnetic, outspoken, and highly comedic big-brother type. Quick-witted,
lovable, and full of personality, with the ability to deliver humor
effortlessly while maintaining heart and authenticity. A high tenor with
strong harmony, blending skills and a contemporary, rock belt. Range:
Belt to B4.
Ethnicity: Black / African Descent
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
To apply, see the "Key Details" section below.
A
bold personality with exceptional comedic instincts. Confident,
lovable, and impossible to ignore. A natural scene-stealer whose warmth,
infectious spirit, and larger-than-life energy lights every room she
enters. A dynamic singer with a brassy, old-school tone, standout belt
moments, and the ability to lean into a more legit musical theatre
sound. Range: A3-E5 (belt), optional G5.
Ethnicity: Black / African Descent
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
To apply, see the "Key Details" section below.
A
father figure with a commanding presence and natural authority. Warm,
welcoming, and deeply grounded, with wisdom, humor, heart, and the
ability to make everyone around him feel at ease. A warm baritenor with
strong harmony and blending abilities. Voice generally sits in a
comfortable baritone range with occasional higher extensions. Range:
Ab2-A4.
Ethnicity: Black / African Descent
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
To apply, see the "Key Details" section below.
The
narrator of the story. Wise, powerful, and deeply captivating. Commands
attention from the moment she steps on stage. A gifted storyteller
through music with warmth, gravitas, emotional authority, and a profound
connection to the audience. An alto-leaning voice with a strong upper
belt. Possess a standout gospel/soul sound with extensive riffing and
the ability to transition to a more legit sound. Excellent blend and
harmony skills required. Range: Eb3-D5 (belt), optional G5 with riffs.
Ethnicity: Black / African Descent
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
To apply, see the "Key Details" section below.
Aggressive,
and occasionally crass, but redeemed by his humor and charm. A vibrant
personality whose comedic instincts and charisma make him difficult not
to like. A high tenor who can move seamlessly between a legit musical
theatre sound and a gospel/R&B vocal style. With harmony and
blending skills. Belt to C5.
Ethnicity: White / European Descent
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
To apply, see the "Key Details" section below.
Amiable,
and full of personality. Possesses a sharp wit, playful sense of humor,
and an infectious warmth that makes her both relatable and endearing. A
true operatic soprano who can transition seamlessly into a gospel sound
with an easy contemporary belt. Range: Bb3-Bb5 (operatic), optional
C#6.
Ethnicity: White / European Descent
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
To apply, see the "Key Details" section below.
An
uncle-type figure with warmth, and a gift for storytelling. Engaging,
entertaining, and deeply likable, with the ability to command a room
through personality alone. A high tenor who can move seamlessly between a
legit musical theatre sound and a gospel/R&B vocal style. With
harmony and blending skills. Range: Belt to A4.
Ethnicity: White / European Descent
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
To apply, see the "Key Details" section below.
A
sharp, cunning woman who has lived a full and eventful life.
Intelligent and worldly, with a commanding presence, a dry sense of
humor, and a quiet but unmistakable strength of character. A soprano
with a legit musical theatre sound who can transition into a
gospel/R&B vocal style. With excellent harmony and blending skills.
Range: Belt to C#5; legit soprano sound up to Gb5.
Ethnicity: White / European Descent
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
To apply, see the "Key Details" section below.Dates & LocationsEnsemble
rehearsals begin July 27; Principals rehearsals begin Aug 10; load-in
begins Aug. 17; tech begins Sept. 1; invited dress rehearsal Sept.11;
opening night Sept. 27; runs Sept. 12-Nov. 1 (end of initial run); end
of 1st extension Nov. 15 or 22; end of last possible extension Jan. 3,
2027 at Midnight 1200 LLC in New York City, NY.Compensation & Contract
Rail (CAST): Lead
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
Richard (CAST): Lead
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
Lily Rose: Lead
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
Scarlet: Lead
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
Squeak: Lead
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
Happy: Lead
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
Horace: Lead
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
Ethel: Lead
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
Harry: Lead
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
Violet: Lead
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
Sylvester: Lead
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
Charlotte: Lead
Rate: $1,170 / week (no duration provided)
Auditions:
Ripley-Grier Studios (305), 305 W 38th St, New York City, NY, 10018-290Equity Principal Audition
- Jul 9, 2026: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM EDTbreak: 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Seeking talent from New York City, NY
Special Instructions:
Auditions: 206; Holding: 207.
EPA Procedures are in effect for this audition. An Equity Monitor will be provided.
Prepare
two brief contrasting selections: one musical theatre song and one
R&B, pop, rock, or gospel song. Both selections should highlight
strong
storytelling while showcasing your vocal ability. Bring sheet
music in the appropriate key, as an accompanist will be provided.
Additionally, bring your headshot and résumé, stapled together.
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 audition
