2023/24 AUDITIONS FOR ONCE
THESE AUDITIONS ORIGINALLY SCHEDULED FOR JANUARY 7 WERE POSTPONED TO JANUARY 21 DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER.
The Wilbury Theatre Group will hold EPA auditions for ONCE as follows: Equity Principal Auditions will now be held on Sunday, January 21 from 8am–4pm (break 12pm-12:30pm). Equity members without appointments will be seen throughout each audition day, as time permits. Non-Equity performers may also audition, as time permits. Audition slots are limited, however, and priority will be given to Equity members.
Auditions will take place at The Wilbury Theatre Group’s performance space inside the WaterFire Arts Center, 475 Valley Street, Providence RI 02908. For an appointment, please email auditions@thewilburygroup.org with an available time block of 2 hours between 8am-4pm on Sunday, January 21. We will reply with a specific time slot within 72 hours.
Members of AEA will be given priority for audition times but EMC & non-AEA performers may also request an appointment and all efforts will be made to schedule an appropriate slot.
Since all Actors in the show must sing and play musical instruments, we STRONGLY recommend that all performers auditioning prepare a song of their choice from the show or in a similar musical style and accompany themselves on their own instrument to demonstrate proficiency. We will have a piano available for use in the audition room.
***All performers: Please indicate in the email subject heading your status as either an AEA member, Equity Membership Candidate or non-member.
For example:
SUBJECT: AEA audition - ONCE
Or…
SUBJECT: Non-union audition – ONCE
Each performer will be allotted a maximum of 5 minutes for their audition. All performers should prepare a song of their choice and are STRONGLY recommended to accompany themselves.
Pursuant to the terms of a concession made to this employer's agreement, the employer has agreed that any Equity member who attends this call will have an opportunity to be seen.
Performers of all ethnic and racial background are encouraged to attend. Character descriptions have been listed below. Unless otherwise noted, characters may be cast by actors of any ethnicity.
Callbacks for all roles will be held at dates TBD throughout January and February.
Production Info:
ONCE presented by Wilbury Theatre Group
Enda Walsh, book; Glen Hansard & Marketa Irglova, music-lyrics; Josh Short, dir.; Milly Massey, music dir.
Seeking actor/singer/musicians for various roles in "Once." All artists must sing and play musical instruments in the show. The score consists of parts for: guitar, piano, ukulele, mandolin, cello, melodica, violin, banjo, bass guitar, accordion, and drums/percussion.
Available Roles:
Auditions will take place at The Wilbury Theatre Group’s performance space inside the WaterFire Arts Center, 475 Valley Street, Providence RI 02908. For an appointment, please email auditions@thewilburygroup.org with an available time block of 2 hours between 8am-4pm on Sunday, January 21. We will reply with a specific time slot within 72 hours.
Members of AEA will be given priority for audition times but EMC & non-AEA performers may also request an appointment and all efforts will be made to schedule an appropriate slot.
Since all Actors in the show must sing and play musical instruments, we STRONGLY recommend that all performers auditioning prepare a song of their choice from the show or in a similar musical style and accompany themselves on their own instrument to demonstrate proficiency. We will have a piano available for use in the audition room.
***All performers: Please indicate in the email subject heading your status as either an AEA member, Equity Membership Candidate or non-member.
For example:
SUBJECT: AEA audition - ONCE
Or…
SUBJECT: Non-union audition – ONCE
Each performer will be allotted a maximum of 5 minutes for their audition. All performers should prepare a song of their choice and are STRONGLY recommended to accompany themselves.
Pursuant to the terms of a concession made to this employer's agreement, the employer has agreed that any Equity member who attends this call will have an opportunity to be seen.
Performers of all ethnic and racial background are encouraged to attend. Character descriptions have been listed below. Unless otherwise noted, characters may be cast by actors of any ethnicity.
Callbacks for all roles will be held at dates TBD throughout January and February.
Production Info:
ONCE presented by Wilbury Theatre Group
Enda Walsh, book; Glen Hansard & Marketa Irglova, music-lyrics; Josh Short, dir.; Milly Massey, music dir.
Seeking actor/singer/musicians for various roles in "Once." All artists must sing and play musical instruments in the show. The score consists of parts for: guitar, piano, ukulele, mandolin, cello, melodica, violin, banjo, bass guitar, accordion, and drums/percussion.
Available Roles:
Guy - Age 25-35. Vocal range: G2 to C#5. Any ethnicity. Irish-born. A struggling musician who works with his father in a vacuum repair shop. He is brooding but charismatic with extreme appeal. Bari-tenor with a rock/folk voice. Speaks with an Irish accent. Must play guitar. Disclaimer: Character engages in costume change in view of audience.
Girl - Age 25-35. Vocal range: C4 to G3. Any ethnicity. Czech-born. Direct, intelligent, and witty with a no-nonsense attitude. Doesn't want sympathy from others. Mezzo-soprano with a rock/folk voice. Speaks with a Czech accent. Must play the piano. Reza - Age 25-35. Vocal range: C4 to A5. Any ethnicity. Czech-born. Seductive, funny, and smart with a larger than life attitude. Soprano with a rock/folk voice. Speaks with a Czech accent. Violin/fiddle a plus. Eamon - Age 20-49. Vocal range: G2 to G#4. Any ethnicity. Irish-born. Music manager at the studio where Guy and Girl record their album. A tough nut to crack. Baritone with rock/folk voice. Speaks with an Irish accent. Guitar, piano, melodica, cajon, and castanets a plus. Da - Age 50-69. Vocal Range: Baritone. Any ethnicity. Irish-born. Guy's father, who runs a vacuum-repair shop. A man of few words but caring and warm. Baritone with rock/folk voice. Speaks with an Irish accent. Mandolin a plus. Baruska - Age 50-69. Vocal range: G3 to C5. Any ethnicity. Czech. Girl’s mother. A caring woman with few inhibitions. Alto with rock/folk voice. Speaks with a Czech accent. Accordion and e concertina a plus. Bank Manager - Age 35-45. Vocal range: G3 to B4. Any ethnicity. Irish-born. Prim and proper bank businessman with a secret passion for music. Tenor with a rock/folk voice. Speaks with an Irish (Cork) accent. Plays guitar or cello or both. Andrej - Age 20-35. Vocal range: C2 to G#4. Any ethnicity. Czech-born. An employee at a fast food chain with big dreams. Earnest and kind with a gangly, slight stature. Baritone with a rock/folk voice. Speaks dialogue with a Czech accent. Plays electric bass. Ukulele and guitar a plus. Svec - Age 25-39. Vocal range: B2 to G#4. Any ethnicity. Czech-born. An eccentric guy who spends most of his time watching television and drinking coffee. Baritone with a rock/folk voice. Speaks with a Czech accent. Plays drums. Banjo, mandolin, and guitar a plus. Disclaimer: Character removes trousers on stage. Ex-Girlfriend - Age 25-35. Vocal range: Mezzo-soprano. Any ethnicity. Irish-born. Guy's ex-girlfriend who now lives in New York. Sensual and charismatic. Mezzo-soprano with a rock folk voice. Speaks with an Irish accent. Violin and cajon a plus. Emcee - Age 30-49. Vocal range: G2 to G#4. Any ethnicity Irish-born. A good-natured ball buster who works at the local bar. Baritone with a rock/folk voice. Speaks with an Irish accent. Guitar a plus. Billy - Age 30-49. Vocal range: G2 to G#4. Any ethnicity. Irish-born and has one parent from Spain. Owner of the music store where Girl plays piano. Large, loud, and funny but also protective. Baritone with a rock/folk voice. Speaks with an Irish accent. Plays guitar. Cajon, ukulele, and cymbals a plus. Ivanka - Can play 6-10 years old. Any ethnicity. Czech-born. Girl’s daughter. Has a sweet-natured temperament. Must be comfortable performing on stage. Singing or playing instrument a plus, but not required. |
Please provide a copy of your headshot/resume at the time of your audition. For an appointment, please email auditions@thewilburygroup.org In your email, please offer a time block of 2 hours between 8am-4pm on Sunday, January 21. No phone calls please. Any questions should be address to auditions@thewilburygroup.org.
Callbacks for all roles will be scheduled at a later date.
Rehearsals begin April 22; performances May 23 – June 16 (possible extension to June 23) in Providence, RI.
Artistic Director Josh Short and Music Director Milly Massey will be attending all auditions. Minimum weekly SPT1 salary for Equity actors is $322.
Callbacks for all roles will be scheduled at a later date.
Rehearsals begin April 22; performances May 23 – June 16 (possible extension to June 23) in Providence, RI.
Artistic Director Josh Short and Music Director Milly Massey will be attending all auditions. Minimum weekly SPT1 salary for Equity actors is $322.