Send Submissions to: joann@stageworksnj.org
by November 24, 2024 5:00pm
STILL SEEKING - Ages 18+
Paid Travel Stipend: $300.00 per performer
Location:
StageWorks at Studio 237
237 Hamburg Turnpike
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
Still Seeking:
Svec: (Czech, character is male 20-40); must play drums, see below for instrument
requirements. Girl’s quirky roommate.
Ex-Girlfriend: (Irish, character is female 20-40); see below for instrument requirements. Guy’s ex-girlfriend. Wanting a better life, she’s moved from Dublin to New York.
Any instrumentalist may apply but we are especially seeking musicians who have violin and/or cello in their arsenal. Please note that applicants for the role of Svec must play drum set in addition to other instruments.
Rehearsals, tech and shows are in Pompton Lakes, NJ and we are only considering
local actor/musicians. Travel stipend paid at show close: $300. No housing provided.
What to prepare for the virtual audition:
Video of a 32-bar cut of a self-accompanied song. If you play multiple instruments
please feel free to showcase them all! All auditionees must play a musical instrument. Additional instruments to what is required for each role above is a plus!
Video submissions and completed audition forms and calendars should be sent to: joann@stageworksnj.org no later than November 24, 2024 5:00pm.
Location:
StageWorks at Studio 237
237 Hamburg Turnpike
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
Director/Choreographer: Allison Andresini
Music Director: Nicole D'Angelo
Production Assistant: Jillian Mauro
Show dates: February 20 - March 2, 2025
Rehearsal start January 5, 2025 (with one read-thru in December; date tbd)
Rehearsal Schedule:
Wednesdays and Fridays 6:00pm-9:00pm and Sundays 2:00pm-5:00pm.
Auditions - Ages 5 - 9
Audition Date: January 7, 2025
Audition Time: 3:30pm-5:30pm
ALL ROLES ARE OPEN FOR THIS PRODUCTION
Location:
StageWorks at Studio 237
237 Hamburg Turnpike
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
Director: Sarah Kowalchuk
Music Director: Ethan Smith
Choreographer: Sam Franz
Production Assistant: TBA
There is a participation fee of $395 for this production
Show dates: April 4 - 6, 2025
Rehearsals: Tuesdays 4:30pm - 5:30pm and Saturdays 9:30am - 10:45am
What to prepare: Please be prepared to sing 16 bars of your favorite Disney song and arrive at the audition with a completed audition form! Please bring a track without lyrics to accompany your audition.
Show Information: Transporting audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus, the Cat in the Hat, our narrator, tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust containing tiny people called the Whos, including Jojo, a Who child, who gets in trouble for thinking too many "thinks." Horton's challenge is twofold — not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must also guard an abandoned egg that's been left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird.
Character Information Horton the Elephant: A loveable elephant with a heart of gold. Jojo: A young Who that communicates with Horton through the speck Gertrude McFuzz: A bird with tail envy! Horton's neighbor Mrs. Mayor: The Mayor's wife. Most concerned with trying to make sure her son, Jojo, stays in line. Mr. Mayor: The mayor of Whoville and the perfect picture of patriarchy. He tries to keep the town happy and secure. Mayzie LaBird: A sneaky bird who tricks Horton into helping her take care of her egg. Sour Kangaroo: As sour as a kangaroo can bee. Young Kangaroo: Sour Kangaroo's baby kangaroo Wickersham Brothers: A trio of troublemaking monkeys! Vlad Vladikoff: An eagle who drops Whoville into a field of clovers! Judge Yertle the Turtle: The judge who presides over Horton's court proceedings. The Cats: Miscevious, spirited creatures who take Jojo and the audience on quite an adventure. Ensemble: The Whos, Jungle Citizens, Fish, the Wickershams, Talk Show Host, and Marshal
Auditions - Ages 18+
Audition Date: Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Audition Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm - callbacks 8:00-9:30 by invitation
ALL ROLES ARE OPEN FOR THIS PRODUCTION
Location:
StageWorks at Studio 237
237 Hamburg Turnpike
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
Director: Amy Sellars
Production Assistant: Isabelle Foti
Show dates: March 21 - March 31, 2025
Rehearsals: Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:45-9:00pm and Sundays 6:00-9:00pm
Show Information:
The hilarious story of five women who inherit equal shares in a dilapidated theatre and plan to bring it back to life again. They try various fundraising schemes, but their most ambitious is to hold a concert featuring local talent and a world-famous star who agrees to appear for no fee! However, their plans go awry and it's a race to keep their audience from guessing the truth of the matter. A fast-paced and very funny comedy with five great roles for women.
Character Information THERESA, female, 20’s: Theresa is the backbone of the family and the one who earnestly believes that if these 5 women can learn to get along, the theater will succeed. She is optimistic and practical, and not much gets under her skin. She gets along well with everyone. PAM, female, 40 - 50: Theresa’s mother, ex-wife to the deceased. Quick witted and funny, but dry and a bit severe. She is very insecure under the mask that she has crafted well. She does not want to keep the theater. She does not want to learn to get along with… JACKIE, female, 40 - 50: the second wife of the deceased. Jackie is the opposite of Pam. She is a successful business woman with a very large heart and mild manner. Pretty, well dressed, and has the patience of a saint. She is still mourning the loss of her husband, but bravely moves forward with the renovations to the theater to stay connected to him. BETTY, female, 60 - 70: Theresa’s Grandmother, mother of the deceased. Even though she is not Pam’s mother, she and Pam get along quite well. Betty says much with very few words. She is very funny and is willing to do whatever is called upon her to make the theater a success for Theresa. PLEASE NOTE: the actress who plays Betty must wear, and move comfortably in a complete bear costume. Betty also must be able to work the audience with improv. SHARON, female, any age between 20 - 50: The executive assistant to the deceased.She is a gothic punk. Sharon has a dry, earnest wit and is steadfast and extremely loyal. Her boyfriend, Stevey, is….something, but she is dedicated to him no matter what. PLEASE NOTE: Sharon must be able to work the audience with improv.
Auditions - Ages 12 - 18
Participants aged 18 must be high school students.
Audition Date: TBD
Audition Time: TBD
ALL ROLES ARE OPEN FOR THIS PRODUCTION
Location:
StageWorks at Studio 237
237 Hamburg Turnpike
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
There is a participation fee of $150 for this production
Show dates: April 11 - 12, 2025
Auditions - Ages 8 - 13
Audition Date: Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Audition Time: 4:00-7:30pm
ALL ROLES ARE OPEN FOR THIS PRODUCTION
Location:
StageWorks at Studio 237
237 Hamburg Turnpike
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
Director/Choreographer: Dani Van Kampen
Music Director: Anthony Bevilacqua
Production Assistant: Brooke Olsen
There is a participation fee of $475 for this production
Show dates: April 24 - 27, 2025
Auditions - Ages 18+
Audition Date: TBD
Audition Time: TBD
ALL ROLES ARE OPEN FOR THIS PRODUCTION
Location:
StageWorks at Studio 237
237 Hamburg Turnpike
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
Director: Ethan Smith
Music Director: Daniel Gittler
Choreographer: Amanda Malone
Production Assistant: Leighann Albanese
Show dates: May 9 - 19, 2025
Auditions - Ages 13 - 18
Participants aged 18 must be high school students.
Audition Date: TBD
Audition Time: TBD
ALL ROLES ARE OPEN FOR THIS PRODUCTION
Location:
StageWorks at Studio 237
237 Hamburg Turnpike
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
Director: Emily Steen
Music Director: Daniel Gittler
Choreographer: TBA
Production Assistant: Ashley Waldron
There is a participation fee of $475 for this production
Show dates: June 19 - 22, 2025
Auditions - Ages 8 - 13
Audition Date: TBD
Audition Time: TBD
ALL ROLES ARE OPEN FOR THIS PRODUCTION
Location:
StageWorks at Studio 237
237 Hamburg Turnpike
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
Directors: Rebecca Horner and Leah Gaidos
Music Director: Anthony Bevilacqua
Production Assistant: TBA
There is a participation fee of $475 for this production
Show dates: June 26 - 29, 2025
Auditions - Ages 17 - 24
Audition Date: TBD
Audition Time: TBD
ALL ROLES ARE OPEN FOR THIS PRODUCTION
Location:
StageWorks at Studio 237
237 Hamburg Turnpike
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
Director: Sam Franz
Music Director: Chris Vehmas
Choreographer: TBA
Production Assistant: TBA
There is a participation fee of $195 for this production.
Show dates: July 10 - 13, 2025
Auditions - Ages 18+
Audition Date: TBD
Audition Time: TBD
ALL ROLES ARE OPEN FOR THIS PRODUCTION
Location:
StageWorks at Studio 237
237 Hamburg Turnpike
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
Show dates: July 25 - 27, 2025
Auditions - Ages 5 - 9
Audition Date: TBD
Audition Time: TBD
ALL ROLES ARE OPEN FOR THIS PRODUCTION
Location:
StageWorks at Studio 237
237 Hamburg Turnpike
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
Director & Choreographer: Emily Steen
Music Director: Chris Vehmas
There is a participation fee of $395 for this production
Show dates: August 1 - 3, 2025
Auditions - Ages 18+
Audition Date: TBD
Audition Time: TBD
ALL ROLES ARE OPEN FOR THIS PRODUCTION
Location:
StageWorks at Studio 237
237 Hamburg Turnpike
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
Director: Peter Curley
Production Assistant: Isabelle Foti
Show dates: August 22 - 31, 2025