Auditions
Information for all auditions
Location (unless otherwise specified):
Playcrafters of Skippack
2011 Store Road, Skippack, PA 19474.
PLEASE NOTE: All artists who are cast in one of our productions must become a member of Playcrafters. You do not need to become a member prior to auditioning.
Cast members must also submit PA State child abuse and criminal history clearances in order to be allowed to perform.
ANTI-DISCRIMINATION POLICY: Playcrafters is committed to equal volunteer opportunity without regard to age, ancestry, disability, national or ethnic origin, race, religious belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We are a growing and welcoming non-profit organization dedicated to inclusion.
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Casa Valentina
Firebringer
Casa Valentina
Audition Dates: January 19 and 20, 7-10PM
Callbacks, if needed: January 22, 7-10PM
Performance Dates: May 1 through May 17
Based on actual events, Casa Valentina tells the story of a resort in the Catskills where heterosexual men could spend the weekend and host "the girl within." The play examines such topics as gender dysphoria/euphoria, community and acceptance, and familial relationships as well as political issues present in the 1960s and still relevant today. Although the play calls for 7 men and 2 women, Playcrafters encourages all actors to audition for roles that fit their personal gender expression while using the breakdowns below as guidance.
To audition, please sign up for a timeslot and fill out an Audition Form.
Upon signing up, actors will receive an email with audition information including a document with monologues for each character. Please choose a monologue to perform at your audition from this document. Memorization is encouraged, but not required. However, please note we will not have printed copies of the monologues at auditions.
CHARACTERS:
Please note the role of Eleanor has been cast.
The following four roles appear in both male and female forms.
George/Valentina (40s): Owner of the Chevalier d'Eon resort and husband to Rita. "An insurance-salesman type as a man; assured and charming as a woman." Based on Tito/Susanna Valenti. Anxious about the financial position of the resort as well as a recent incident involving the federal government. He holds a desire within himself that he is not yet ready to voice.
This actor must be comfortable being shirtless onstage and physically intimate with Rita.
Jonathon/Miranda (30s): A first-time guest at the resort. "Overly polite and cautious as a male; as a female, she is ebullient." Terrified but also intensely excited about experiencing community and acceptance for the first time. Shines a light on what a gender-questioning person goes through as they explore their true selves.
This role will require both physical and emotional vulnerability. The actor must be comfortable wearing lingerie onstage, having makeup applied and removed by another actor, being forcibly kissed by another actor (Amy), and throwing a punch.
Judge/Amy (60s-70s): A long-time regular of the resort and a good friend of George/Valentina who is looking forward to his retirement. "Large, distinguished, powerful, and imposing as a man, and a clunky sort of Tugboat Annie woman." Private and professional, even when dressed.
This actor must be comfortable forcibly kissing another actor (Miranda) and being punched.
Bessie (50s): A regular of the resort and a lover of Oscar Wilde. "Chubby. Quick-witted and friendly. Unaffectedly feminine." Full of quips, one-liners, and lots of sass. Note: this is the role that Fierstein wrote for himself but ultimately did not play.
This actor must be comfortable exposing their bare chest onstage in order to show off taped breasts.
The following three roles appear in female forms only. Cis women will not be considered for these roles.
Charlotte (40s-50s): A scientist, publisher, and activist from California. "The ultimate WASP. A buttoned-down, strict disciplinarian." Based on Virginia Prince. Determined to normalize heterosexual transvestism in the US. Arrives at the resort to open an East Coast chapter of her new non-profit.
Gloria (30s): A regular of the resort and friend of George/Valentina. "A very handsome and sexually-charged chap who is accustomed to compliments, whether dressed as a male or female." Exceedingly confident but also quite caring. Presents the most accepting and modern views of the show.
Terry (60s-70s): A regular of the resort. "Sweet and gentle and slightly silly, like a favorite old auntie." Just enjoying life and being among friends. At times the instigator of fun, at times the voice of reason. The oldest of the girls.
The following role is available to cis women.
Rita (40s-50s): Wife to George and owner of the wig shop. "A resigned, determined but worn earth-mother." Based on Maria Tornell. Loving and accepting, but occasionally tired and overwhelmed, especially with the recent financial and legal difficulties. Deeply devoted to George and a kind of den-mother to the girls.
This actor must be comfortable being physically intimate with George.
Firebringer
Audition Dates: February 20, 7-10PM; February 21 and 22 11AM-5:30PM
Callbacks by invitation: February 25, 7-10PM
Performance Dates: June 19 through July 12
The show is a musical comedy about cavepeope and the discovery of fire. Originally produced by StarKid Productions, this show follows a tribe of kooky characters; through resourcefulness, luck, and a tiny bit of stupidity, they "invent" fire and put it through a myriad of uses. This female-led cast shows a lot of heart and soul as you follow their journey into a new age of humankind.
Only actors at or over the age of 18 at the time of auditions will be considered. Auditions will consist of 2-hour time blocks. Auditioners will be split into two groups. One group will work on vocal auditions and cold readings from the script for the first hour. The other group will work on the dance audition with our choreographer. The groups will then switch for the second hour.
Auditioners should prepare 16-32 bars of a song not from the show that fits the tone of the musical. They can either bring their own tracking or sing acapella. Sheet music is appreciated but not required. Please wear comfortable clothes to move in for the choreography part of the audition.
To audition, please sign up for a timeslot and fill out an Audition Form.
CHARACTERS (all ages are approximate):
Zazzalil (Female presenting; 20s-Mid30s; Mezzo G3-D5):
A gatherer for the tribe. Creative and bright but incredibly lazy. They are a great inventor, but they do not always see the bigger picture when achieving their goals.
Jemilla (Female presenting; Mid20s-Mid30s; Mezzo F3-D5):
The leader of the tribe. Shows aspects of confidence in their role. Protective of the tribe which leads to being stuck in the past ways.
Molag (Female presenting; Mid40s-Late60s; Non-Singing):
Former leader of the tribe. Has retired and passed down the mantle to Jemilla. Serves as the show narrator while going out and walking the Earth in search of its end.
Chorn (Female presenting; Mid20s-Mid30s; Alto G3-E5):
No one really knows where Chorn came from or what Chorn is. No one really questions it that much either. A simple-minded being with a limited vocabulary.
Keeri (Female presenting; 20s-Mid30s; Mezzo A3-C5):
The tribe's head gatherer. Not the brighest of the bunch but shows heart in everything that they do. A kind and empathetic soul and Zazzalil's best friend.
Emberly (Female presenting; 20s-Mid30s; Mezzo G3-D5):
The taste-tester of the tribe. Analytical and curious, they will try eating anything once. They are willing to learn and experience new things. Bookish and sweet.
Grunt (Male presenting; 20s-Mid30s; High Baritone C3-F4):
An outsider to the tribe. Shy and cautious but willing to be open. Easily judgmental of themselves and their work. Wants to feel included somewhere.
Schwoopsie (Female presenting; Mid20s-Late30s; Mezzo A3-D5):
A comedian for the tribe. Inventor of comedy. They try their best to keep the mood of the tribe up during challenging times. Will also portray a Neanderthal.
Ducker (Male presenting; Mid30s-Late50s; Baritone A2-F4):
The religious leader of the tribe. Self-serving and opportunistic. Willing to use their position to get what they want. Will also portray a Neanderthal.
Tiblyn (Female presenting; 20s-Mid30s; Mezzo B3-D5):
The hardest worker of the tribe. They are very proud of their job. Loyal and dedicated to the task at hand. Hopeless romantic, innocent and determined. Will also portray a Neanderthal.
S-B (Male presenting; 20s-Mid30s; High Baritone A2-F4):
The main "dude" of the tribe. Very dimwitted and easy to anger. Feigns bravery but is all bark with no bite. Will also portray a Neanderthal.
"Clark" (Male presenting; 20s-Late30s; Baritone minor singing):
The leader of the Neanderthals. Very handsome and mysterious. Always quick to arrive when someone is in need. Will also portray Snarl, a very large and very dangerous sabertooth tiger.