2022 - 2023 EPAs
Equity Performer Auditions by VIDEO
NEAT (weekly minimum $579)
Producing Artistic Director: Weylin Symes
Equity Performer Auditions by VIDEO submission:
Please submit by Friday, May 27, 2022
Location of Theatre:
Greater Boston Stage Company
395 Main Street, Stoneham MA 02180
NEAT (weekly minimum $579)
Producing Artistic Director: Weylin Symes
Equity Performer Auditions by VIDEO submission:
Please submit by Friday, May 27, 2022
Location of Theatre:
Greater Boston Stage Company
395 Main Street, Stoneham MA 02180
All auditioners are asked to state their name and what they will perform and if they are interested in a particular show or role at start of video.
Submissions will be viewed by: Weylin Symes, Producing Artistic Director and Ilyse Robbins, Artistic Consultant.
Non-musical auditioners: actors may choose to perform one or more monologues of their choice, read one or more scenes from the season’s plays, or a combination of scene(s) and monologues(s) within the confines of the time allotted (5 minute maximum).
Musical auditioners: In addition to preparing a brief song, actors may choose to perform one or more monologues of their choice, read one or more scenes from the season’s plays, or a combination of song(s), scene(s) and monologues(s) within the confines of the time allotted (5 minute maximum).
Link to scripts and accompaniment tracks for Little Women and Beehive: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/726p9j8c4u3obun/AAA0_RIyiyFSL20mFt5SfKADa?dl=0
Please attach a digital headshot and resume to emailed video submission and send to auditions@greaterbostonstage.org.
Greater Boston Stage Company is seeking Production Stage Managers for all shows in the season and Assistant Stage Managers for Little Women and Clue: On Stage. NEAT weekly minimum is $693 for PSM and $636 for ASM. Please send inquiries to auditions@greaterbostonstage.org.
GBSC encourages participation by performers of all races and ethnicities.
2022-2023 Main Stage Season:
POPCORN FALLS
by James Hindman
Director: TBD
1st rehearsal: August 23, 2022. Runs September 16 – October 2, 2022.
He two TRACKS double as all the townspeople of Popcorn Falls, a small town somewhere in upstate New York. Both are superb technicians who can create many different characters.
TRACK 1, (30s-50s, any ethnicity) Multiple characters. Mostly plays Mr. Trundle, a sincere man with a big heart. The new mayor of Popcorn Falls. Recently divorced and recovered alcoholic. Thought he could hide out in a tiny little town to pull his life back together, but instead is forced to confront his inner demons. Also plays Hans, a German foreign exchange student who now works at the local funeral parlor and Mr. Upmall, an octogenarian who has always dreamed of performing onstage.
TRACK 2, (30s-50s, any ethnicity) Multiple characters. Mostly plays Joe, the town custodial engineer. Joe is nervous because his wife is pregnant with their third set of twins and their town is about to go bankrupt. Also plays:
· Austin, the not-very-bright-but-eager-to-please sheriff of Popcorn Falls. He would like everyone to think he’s smarter and more important than he actually is.
· Ms. Parker, the "very theatrical" town librarian. She speaks with a mid-Atlantic accent and acts as if she’s about to step into the role of Amanda Wingfield.
· Mrs. Stepp, the oversexed, hardboiled middle school teacher who is always out on the prowl.
· Floyd, the owner of the local lumberyard who lost half his arm in a freak accident involving a telephone pole and a Mexican stripper.
· Becky, a very sweet lost soul, who just moved back to Popcorn Falls. She was once in love with Joe
THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW
Adapted from the story by Washington Irving
by John Minigan
Director: Weylin Symes
1st rehearsal: September 27, 2022. Runs October 21 – November 6, 2022.
The Legend of Sleep Hollow is written as a solo play.
TRACK 1, (30s-50s) plays all characters in the play, including Geoffrey Crayon, Ichabod Crane, Katrina Van Tassel, Brom van Brunt, etc.
Please note: this role is cast.
LITTLE WOMEN: THE BROADWAY MUSICAL
Book by Allan Knee, lyrics by Mindi Dickstein, and music by Jason Howland
Based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott
Director: Ilyse Robbins
1st rehearsal: November 1, 2022.
Runs November 25 - December 23, 2022.
Some roles will be doubled.
JO MARCH, (Female, 18-23) Our story's protagonist. Passionate, adventurous, and brave. She has the idea of writing Little Women and eventually becomes engaged to Professor Bhaer. Vocal range: E3 to A5
PROFESSOR BHAER, (Male, 35-45) German Professor who exemplifies proper manners. He is a boarder in Mrs. Kirk's boarding house and eventually falls in love with Jo. Vocal range:G2 to F#4
AMY MARCH, (Female, 14-18) The youngest, most energetic sister with a rather pompous air about her. She later marries Laurie. Vocal range: A#3 to Gb5
MEG MARCH, (Female, 21-25) The world-weary, yet hopeful, oldest sister who yearns for a great life. She marries John and has twins with him. Vocal range: A#3 to Gb5
BETH MARCH, (Female, 17-21) The second youngest sister who tragically dies of Scarlet Fever. Peace-maker, lover, and an optimist who is always encouraging her sisters to dream. Vocal range: A3 to G5
MARMEE MARCH, (Female, 45-55) The girls' mother. She is the backbone of the family, who is courageous in spite of the difficult odds she faces. Vocal range: Eb3 to Eb5
MR. LAURENCE, (Male, 60-75) Laurie's grandfather. Very stern, solidly built man in his early 70s. Vocal range: E3 to D4
LAURIE LAURENCE, (Male, 18-23) The bright-eyed boy-next-door with considerable charm. He loves Jo but later falls in love with Amy. Vocal range: Bb2 to Bb4
AUNT MARCH, (Female, 45-60) A formidable, over-bearing matron and great-aunt to the March sisters. The wealthy socialite in town. Vocal range: E3 to F5)
MR. JOHN BROOKE, (Male, 30-40) Laurie's tutor and a rather stiff man; shows very little emotion. He later marries Meg and changes. Vocal range: C#3 to F#4
BOULEVARD OF BOLD DREAMS
by LaDarrion Williams
1st Rehearsal February 7, 2023. Runs March 3-19, 2023.
Director: TBD
ARTHUR BROOKS, Black man (20s-30s) a dreamer/bartender who moved from Alabama in hopes of becoming a movie director.
DOTTIE HUDSON, (20s-30s) Black woman, a bit of a cynic who seems to be running from something. She and Arthur are best of friends.
HATTIE MCDANIEL, (late 40s) Black woman, infamous actress currently nominated for Best Supporting Actress at the Academy Awards.
BEEHIVE: THE 60’s MUSICAL
Created by Larry Gallagher
Director: Ilyse Robbins
1st rehearsal: March 21, 2023. Runs April 14 – May 7, 2023.
WANDA, (18+) A strong actress as well as singer. She carries the bulk of the dialogue and narration throughout the revue. She is a leader – strong, powerful and engaging. She must have the ability to interact comfortably with the audience. Portrays Aretha Franklin and sings songs “Natural Woman,” “Chain of Fools,” “Never Loved a Man” and others.
JASMINE, (18+) Portrays Diana Ross of the Supremes as well as the lead singer of the Chiffons, Judy Craig. Sings songs “One Fine Day,” “Where Did Our Love Go?” “Come See About Me,” and others.
LAURA, (18+) Portrays Janis Joplin; Dusty Springfield and others. Sings songs “Son of a Preacher Man,” “Piece of My Heart,” “Try,” “Me and Bobby McGee,” and others.
ALLISON, (18+) The most innocent of the six, Allison portrays Lulu and Connie Francis singing “Where the Boys Are,” “To Sir, With Love,” and others.
PATTIE, (18+) Portrays Lesley Gore. Sings the songs “It’s My Party,” “You Don’t Own Me,” “I’ll Never Change Him,” and others.
GINA, (18+) Portrays Tina Turner and others. Sings songs “I Sold My Heart to a Junkman,” “River Deep,” “Proud Mary,” and others.
CLUE: ON STAGE
Written by Sandy Rustin. Based on the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn.
Director: TBD
Rehearsals start May 9, 2023. Runs June 2-25, 2023.
WADSWORTH - A traditional British butler in every sense: uptight, formal and “by the book.”
YVETTE – A loyal and sexy French Maid.
MISS SCARLET – A dry, sardonic D.C. Madam, more interested in secrets than sex.
MRS. PEACOCK – The wealthy wife of a Senator. A bit batty, neurotic, and quick to hysteria.
MRS. WHITE – A pale, morbid, and tragic woman. May or may not be the murderer of her 5 ex-husbands.
COLONEL MUSTARD – A puffy, pompous, dense, blow-hard of a military man.
PROFESSOR PLUM - An arrogant, academic, easily impressed by himself.
MR. GREEN - A timid, yet officious, rule follower. He’s awfully anxious.
ENSEMBLE WOMAN TO PLAY:
THE COOK – A threatening presence.
THE MOTORIST – A benign gentleman who rings the wrong doorbell.
AUXILIARY SCARLET – The back of Miss Scarlet during a scene of theatrical trickery.
ENSEMBLE MAN TO PLAY:
MR. BODDY – A mobster type fella. A dark cloud follows this guy wherever he goes.
THE COP — A “Regular Joe.”
AUXILIARY MUSTARD – The back of Colonel Mustard during a scene of theatrical trickery.
AUXILIARY WADSWORTH – Wadsworth during two scenes of theatrical trickery.
AN AGENT – An FBI agent who helps to save the day.
Submissions will be viewed by: Weylin Symes, Producing Artistic Director and Ilyse Robbins, Artistic Consultant.
Non-musical auditioners: actors may choose to perform one or more monologues of their choice, read one or more scenes from the season’s plays, or a combination of scene(s) and monologues(s) within the confines of the time allotted (5 minute maximum).
Musical auditioners: In addition to preparing a brief song, actors may choose to perform one or more monologues of their choice, read one or more scenes from the season’s plays, or a combination of song(s), scene(s) and monologues(s) within the confines of the time allotted (5 minute maximum).
Link to scripts and accompaniment tracks for Little Women and Beehive: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/726p9j8c4u3obun/AAA0_RIyiyFSL20mFt5SfKADa?dl=0
Please attach a digital headshot and resume to emailed video submission and send to auditions@greaterbostonstage.org.
Greater Boston Stage Company is seeking Production Stage Managers for all shows in the season and Assistant Stage Managers for Little Women and Clue: On Stage. NEAT weekly minimum is $693 for PSM and $636 for ASM. Please send inquiries to auditions@greaterbostonstage.org.
GBSC encourages participation by performers of all races and ethnicities.
2022-2023 Main Stage Season:
POPCORN FALLS
by James Hindman
Director: TBD
1st rehearsal: August 23, 2022. Runs September 16 – October 2, 2022.
He two TRACKS double as all the townspeople of Popcorn Falls, a small town somewhere in upstate New York. Both are superb technicians who can create many different characters.
TRACK 1, (30s-50s, any ethnicity) Multiple characters. Mostly plays Mr. Trundle, a sincere man with a big heart. The new mayor of Popcorn Falls. Recently divorced and recovered alcoholic. Thought he could hide out in a tiny little town to pull his life back together, but instead is forced to confront his inner demons. Also plays Hans, a German foreign exchange student who now works at the local funeral parlor and Mr. Upmall, an octogenarian who has always dreamed of performing onstage.
TRACK 2, (30s-50s, any ethnicity) Multiple characters. Mostly plays Joe, the town custodial engineer. Joe is nervous because his wife is pregnant with their third set of twins and their town is about to go bankrupt. Also plays:
· Austin, the not-very-bright-but-eager-to-please sheriff of Popcorn Falls. He would like everyone to think he’s smarter and more important than he actually is.
· Ms. Parker, the "very theatrical" town librarian. She speaks with a mid-Atlantic accent and acts as if she’s about to step into the role of Amanda Wingfield.
· Mrs. Stepp, the oversexed, hardboiled middle school teacher who is always out on the prowl.
· Floyd, the owner of the local lumberyard who lost half his arm in a freak accident involving a telephone pole and a Mexican stripper.
· Becky, a very sweet lost soul, who just moved back to Popcorn Falls. She was once in love with Joe
THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW
Adapted from the story by Washington Irving
by John Minigan
Director: Weylin Symes
1st rehearsal: September 27, 2022. Runs October 21 – November 6, 2022.
The Legend of Sleep Hollow is written as a solo play.
TRACK 1, (30s-50s) plays all characters in the play, including Geoffrey Crayon, Ichabod Crane, Katrina Van Tassel, Brom van Brunt, etc.
Please note: this role is cast.
LITTLE WOMEN: THE BROADWAY MUSICAL
Book by Allan Knee, lyrics by Mindi Dickstein, and music by Jason Howland
Based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott
Director: Ilyse Robbins
1st rehearsal: November 1, 2022.
Runs November 25 - December 23, 2022.
Some roles will be doubled.
JO MARCH, (Female, 18-23) Our story's protagonist. Passionate, adventurous, and brave. She has the idea of writing Little Women and eventually becomes engaged to Professor Bhaer. Vocal range: E3 to A5
PROFESSOR BHAER, (Male, 35-45) German Professor who exemplifies proper manners. He is a boarder in Mrs. Kirk's boarding house and eventually falls in love with Jo. Vocal range:G2 to F#4
AMY MARCH, (Female, 14-18) The youngest, most energetic sister with a rather pompous air about her. She later marries Laurie. Vocal range: A#3 to Gb5
MEG MARCH, (Female, 21-25) The world-weary, yet hopeful, oldest sister who yearns for a great life. She marries John and has twins with him. Vocal range: A#3 to Gb5
BETH MARCH, (Female, 17-21) The second youngest sister who tragically dies of Scarlet Fever. Peace-maker, lover, and an optimist who is always encouraging her sisters to dream. Vocal range: A3 to G5
MARMEE MARCH, (Female, 45-55) The girls' mother. She is the backbone of the family, who is courageous in spite of the difficult odds she faces. Vocal range: Eb3 to Eb5
MR. LAURENCE, (Male, 60-75) Laurie's grandfather. Very stern, solidly built man in his early 70s. Vocal range: E3 to D4
LAURIE LAURENCE, (Male, 18-23) The bright-eyed boy-next-door with considerable charm. He loves Jo but later falls in love with Amy. Vocal range: Bb2 to Bb4
AUNT MARCH, (Female, 45-60) A formidable, over-bearing matron and great-aunt to the March sisters. The wealthy socialite in town. Vocal range: E3 to F5)
MR. JOHN BROOKE, (Male, 30-40) Laurie's tutor and a rather stiff man; shows very little emotion. He later marries Meg and changes. Vocal range: C#3 to F#4
BOULEVARD OF BOLD DREAMS
by LaDarrion Williams
1st Rehearsal February 7, 2023. Runs March 3-19, 2023.
Director: TBD
ARTHUR BROOKS, Black man (20s-30s) a dreamer/bartender who moved from Alabama in hopes of becoming a movie director.
DOTTIE HUDSON, (20s-30s) Black woman, a bit of a cynic who seems to be running from something. She and Arthur are best of friends.
HATTIE MCDANIEL, (late 40s) Black woman, infamous actress currently nominated for Best Supporting Actress at the Academy Awards.
BEEHIVE: THE 60’s MUSICAL
Created by Larry Gallagher
Director: Ilyse Robbins
1st rehearsal: March 21, 2023. Runs April 14 – May 7, 2023.
WANDA, (18+) A strong actress as well as singer. She carries the bulk of the dialogue and narration throughout the revue. She is a leader – strong, powerful and engaging. She must have the ability to interact comfortably with the audience. Portrays Aretha Franklin and sings songs “Natural Woman,” “Chain of Fools,” “Never Loved a Man” and others.
JASMINE, (18+) Portrays Diana Ross of the Supremes as well as the lead singer of the Chiffons, Judy Craig. Sings songs “One Fine Day,” “Where Did Our Love Go?” “Come See About Me,” and others.
LAURA, (18+) Portrays Janis Joplin; Dusty Springfield and others. Sings songs “Son of a Preacher Man,” “Piece of My Heart,” “Try,” “Me and Bobby McGee,” and others.
ALLISON, (18+) The most innocent of the six, Allison portrays Lulu and Connie Francis singing “Where the Boys Are,” “To Sir, With Love,” and others.
PATTIE, (18+) Portrays Lesley Gore. Sings the songs “It’s My Party,” “You Don’t Own Me,” “I’ll Never Change Him,” and others.
GINA, (18+) Portrays Tina Turner and others. Sings songs “I Sold My Heart to a Junkman,” “River Deep,” “Proud Mary,” and others.
CLUE: ON STAGE
Written by Sandy Rustin. Based on the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn.
Director: TBD
Rehearsals start May 9, 2023. Runs June 2-25, 2023.
WADSWORTH - A traditional British butler in every sense: uptight, formal and “by the book.”
YVETTE – A loyal and sexy French Maid.
MISS SCARLET – A dry, sardonic D.C. Madam, more interested in secrets than sex.
MRS. PEACOCK – The wealthy wife of a Senator. A bit batty, neurotic, and quick to hysteria.
MRS. WHITE – A pale, morbid, and tragic woman. May or may not be the murderer of her 5 ex-husbands.
COLONEL MUSTARD – A puffy, pompous, dense, blow-hard of a military man.
PROFESSOR PLUM - An arrogant, academic, easily impressed by himself.
MR. GREEN - A timid, yet officious, rule follower. He’s awfully anxious.
ENSEMBLE WOMAN TO PLAY:
THE COOK – A threatening presence.
THE MOTORIST – A benign gentleman who rings the wrong doorbell.
AUXILIARY SCARLET – The back of Miss Scarlet during a scene of theatrical trickery.
ENSEMBLE MAN TO PLAY:
MR. BODDY – A mobster type fella. A dark cloud follows this guy wherever he goes.
THE COP — A “Regular Joe.”
AUXILIARY MUSTARD – The back of Colonel Mustard during a scene of theatrical trickery.
AUXILIARY WADSWORTH – Wadsworth during two scenes of theatrical trickery.
AN AGENT – An FBI agent who helps to save the day.
