TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL - NYC EPA
Producing Org TBD
AUDITION DATES
Thu, Oct 18, 2018
10:00 am - 6:00 pm (EDT)
Lunch 1:30 to 2:30
Mon, Oct 22, 2018**
10:00 am - 6:00 pm (EDT)
Lunch 1:30 to 2:30
Wed, Oct 24, 2018
10:00 am - 6:00 pm (EDT)
Lunch 1:30 to 2:30
CONTRACT
Production (League) $2095/week current minimum
SEEKING
Equity actor/singers for various roles. See breakdown.
The following stage managerial positions are also currently available: Production Stage Manager, First Assistant Stage Manager and Second Assistant Stage Manager.
PREPARATION
Please prepare a short pop/rock song it the style of the show that demonstrates range and musicality. Please bring sheet music for your song; a piano accompanist will be provided. Please bring a photo/resume stapled together.
LOCATIONS
Pearl Studios NYC (519)
519 8th Ave
12th Fl
New York, NY 10018
**10/22 ONLY
Pearl Studios NYC (500)
500 8th Ave
New York, NY 10018-6504
PERSONNEL
Producer: Stage Entertainment/The Nederlander Organization
Director: Phyllida Lloyd
Book: Katori Hall
Music Supervisor: Nicholas Skilbeck
Choreographer: Anthony Van Laast
Casting: Telsey + Company, Patrick Goodwin
General Manager: Bespoke Theatricals
OTHER DATES
Rehearsals: Aug/Sept 2019
Performances: Oct/Nov 2019
Broadway Venue TBD
OTHER
EPA 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.
BREAKDOWN
TINA TURNER:
Female, 30’s-40’s. African American/Mixed Race. The piece spans through these years of Tina’s life. Known for her distinctive vocal style and performance skills, the story focuses on Tina’s introduction into the music industry with Ike Turner and the years of physical abuse she endured during her marriage to Ike- and also how she transformed her life and rebuilt her career after divorcing him. Seeking a charismatic leading actress with an excellent singing voice and huge amounts of vocal stamina and star quality. Feisty. Must be able to move very well. PRINCIPAL.
TINA TURNER ALTERNATE:
Female, 30’s-40’s. African American/Mixed Race. The piece spans through these years of Tina’s life. Known for her distinctive vocal style and performance skills, the story focuses on Tina’s introduction into the music industry with Ike Turner and the years of physical abuse she endured during her marriage to Ike- and also how she transformed her life and rebuilt her career after divorcing him. Seeking a charismatic leading actress with an excellent singing voice and huge amounts of vocal stamina and star quality. Feisty. Must be able to move very well. ALTERNATE/PRINCIPAL.
IKE TURNER:
Male, Early 30’s. African American/Mixed Race. Charismatic, a showman. Has a dangerous, vicious streak. Prone to sudden bouts of violence. Manipulative. Often high on drugs. Looking for a hugely experienced LEADING actor. This is NOT a big singing role. PRINCIPAL.
ZELMA BULLOCK:
Female, 40’s-50’s. African American/Mixed Race. Tina’s mother. Had an abusive relationship with Tina’s father. Tough, detached, cruel. Develops a close relationship with Ike. Finds it difficult to be maternal. Resents Tina and had an estranged relationship with her. Looking for an experienced leading actress with excellent singing voice. PRINCIPAL.
RHONDA GRAAM:
Female. 30-35 years old. Caucasian. Tina’s first Manager, confidant and close friend. Authoritative but caring. Has Tina’s best interests at heart. Rhonda started off as a business manager for the Ike and Tina Turner revue and helped Tina launch a solo career after she left Ike. Looking for an experienced actress with excellent singing voice and good movement skills. PRINCIPAL.
GRAN GEORGEANNA:
Female. 60’s. African American/Mixed Race. Tina’s Grandmother. A little slower physically but still very sharp. She’s more Tina’s mother than Zelma has ever been. Supportive. Ever present. Looking for a very strong character actress with excellent singing voice. PRINCIPAL.
ANNA MAE BULLOCK:
Female. 10 years old. African American or Mixed Race. Young Tina Turner. Must have a fantastic singing voice and good acting skills. She must portray childhood and innocence whilst having a big powerful voice. PRINCIPAL.
YOUNG ALLINE BULLOCK:
Female, 9 years old. African American or Mixed Race. Anna-Mae (Tina)’s sister. Must have a good singing voice and good acting skills. PRINCIPAL.
YOUNG CRAIG:
Male, 6-9 years old. African American or Mixed Race. Tina’s youngest son. Must have a good singing voice and good acting skills. PRINCIPAL.
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 audition.
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