Non-Union
1. NV, 'JEKYLL & HYDE' RagTag Entertainment and VIBE are casting Jekyll & Hyde. Giulio Scatola, dir. Runs July 30-Aug. 1. Seeking—Performers: male & female, all ages & ethnicities, actors, singers, and dancers. Also seeking staff—Creative Staff.Auditions will be held April 26, 7:30-10:30 p.m. at Vibe Performing Arts Center, 4061 Silvestri, Las Vegas, NV. Singers must prepare a song and bring a CD. Dancers must prepare a dance and bring music. You will also be considered for the cabaret series. If you are unable to perform in Jekyll & Hyde but are interested in the cabaret series, indicate that you are only auditioning for cabarets. For more info or if unable to attend, email pix & resumes to RagTagEnt@yahoo.com. Possible pay.
2.TX, 'THE PROMISE' The Promise in Glen Rose, Inc. is casting its 22nd season of The Promise, a musical about the Promise sent by God. During the show, as a grandfather shares the story with his grandkids, they are all transported back among the Old Testament prophets who foretold the coming of Jesus. Kristen Gibson, assist. prod. Runs Sept. 3-Oct. 30, Fri. & Sat. evenings, in Glen Rose, TX. Seeking—Performers: male & female, children and adult, principal roles require singing, non-singers are encouraged to audition. Auditions will be held by appt. only May 29, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at The Church, Burleson 510 SW Wilshire Blvd., Burleson, TX; June 5, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Hurst 1801 N Norwood Dr., Hurst, TX; June 12, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at a location TDB in Fort Worth, TX; and June 19, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at Texas Amphitheatre, 5000 Texas Dr., Glen Rose, TX. To schedule an audition appt., call (817) 599-3022. Bring one musical track on CD or cassette; no accompanist provided. Those without access to music may sing a capella. Prepare to cold read; sides will be provided. No monologues. Bring a completed audition form; forms will be sent upon making an appt. and will be available at audition sites. For more info, call (817) 599-3022 or visit http://www.thepromiseglenrose.com/. Stipend provided.
Union
3.'BACHELORETTE' Second Stage Uptown (prod.) is casting Bachelorette. Leslye Headland, writer; Trip Cullman, dir.; MelCap Casting, Stephanie Yankwitt, casting. Rehearsals begin June 21; runs July 12-Aug. 7, with possible extension to Aug. 22. Seeking—Katie: female, mid-to-late 20s, playful, quirky beauty of the bunch, all elbows and knees, somewhat unaware of the potential powers of her sexuality, can be bluntly direct and unknowingly crass at times, unsure of what she truly wants and doesn't yet have the armor her friends do; Gena: female, mid-to-late 20s, intelligent, with a quick and biting wit, street-smart, earthy, offbeatly sexy Shirley to Katie's Laverne, beautiful but unconcerned with beauty, a force to be reckoned with, there is a fragile core underneath all the psychological muscle; Regan: female, mid-to-late 20s, the Queen Bee leader of the girl pack (and knows that she is), a stealth missile of a girl, the one with the job, the one with the steady boyfriend, the one with the future, looks out for herself first and doesn't mind not being liked, reveals herself to be not quite as together as she would like others to believe; Jeff: male, late 20s to mid-30s, the preppy frat boy grown up, studly, impulsive, knows how to compel women to want more, lives and acts in the moment, driven by sex, has got game, often plays the innocent one, enjoys being right more than he enjoys being happy; Joe: male, late 20s, mild-mannered and sweet to Jeff's hot and spicy, emerges as the voice of reason in this rowdy group, a stoner but not in the traditional sense, contemplative and awkward-seeming, probably lives at home and is okay with it; Becky: female, mid-to-late 20s, the bride, slightly overweight, stunning beauty, comfortable in her own skin and overwhelmed with wedding joy, aware of who she is including her physical make up, straight shooter who calls it as she sees it, caring person and true friend. Equity principal auditions will be held April 29, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. & 2-5:30 p.m. at the AEA Audition Center, 165 W. 46th St., 2nd fl., NYC. Prepare a brief contemporary comedic monologue. Bring pix & résumés, stapled together. $412 min./wk. Equity Special Agreement.
4.NJ, 'TRYING' Tri-State Actors Theater is casting Trying. Paul Meacham, artistic dir.-stage dir.; Joanna McClelland Glass, author. Rehearsals begin May 25 in Sussex, NJ; runs June 10-27 at Tri-State Actors Theater in northwestern NJ (approx. 50 miles from NYC).Seeking—Sarah Schorr: 25, has been hired to be Judge Biddle's secretary, direct, plain-spoken, pleasant, originally from the prairie province of Saskatchewan, full of the naiveté of youthful convictions and pronouncements, spends much of play "trying" to negotiate and span the enormous differences of youth and age, class and culture between herself and Judge Biddle (who is 81, aristocratic, and cantankerous). Note: The following role is cast; auditioning performers will be considered as possible replacements, should any become necessary—Judge Biddle: 81, once-brilliant man who was Attorney General of the U.S. under FDR, now functions, as he says, "somewhere between lucidity and senility" after a long and illustrious career, aristocratic scion of an old Main Line Philadelphia family.Equity principal auditions will be held April 27, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Tri-State Actors Theater, 74 Main St., PO Box 7225, Sussex, NJ. No appt. necessary. The producer will run all aspects of this call. Equity principal audition procedures are not in effect, and no Equity monitor will be provided. Sides will be provided at the audition, and online at http://www.tristateactorstheater.org/ prior to the auditions. Sides (large type) will be provided to visually challenged actors two days before the auditions; call (973) 875-2950. Bring pix & résumés, stapled together. If unable to attend the audition, send pix & résumés to Tri-State Actors Theater (Proof), PO Box 7225, Sussex, NJ 07461. For more info, visit http://www.tristateactorstheater.org/. $223 min./wk., plus travel and housing provided. Equity SPT Contract
GRADUATE SCHOOL
1. UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television
Description of the Specific Program
The Master of Fine Arts in Acting program at UCLA's School of Theater, Film and Television is a comprehensive three-year course of study that prepares actors to work professionally in all mediums, genres and styles of performance. The program is rigorous, intensive and demanding. Consistent progress and achievement are required of our students, whose principle aim is to become professional actors. The aim of the program is to explore their use of self, their imagination, body and voice and to develop their skills in reading and responding to text---which is why both text analysis and theatre history are required components of the training. The overall design is based on how the actor acquires a process, or a way of working. And of course this is largely personal: each actor takes what he or she can.
Admission Process
Complete and submit the online UCLA Graduate Division application. Make sure to indicate Theater as your major, and MFA as your degree.
Complete and submit the online Departmental application
Complete and submit the following application materials to:
Two official copies of each college/university transcript.
Supplementary Forms
Statement of Purpose
Three Letters of Recommendation
Cross-Reference Sheet, if applicable
Resume of training and experience in theater or other related work
2. Wayne State University Hilberry Theatre
Description of the Specific Program
Director Tyrone Guthrie, a consultant in planning this program, believed that the most effective way to teach the craft of acting was to work on the challenging roles found in great classic plays. This principle is embodied within the structure of the program. A major portion of the actor’s day is devoted to rehearsal and performance, during which the craft of acting is nurtured and monitored. Continuous performance before a live audience is considered a fundamental part of the learning process. In addition to rehearsal and performance, the Hilberry actor takes Studio classes that include acting, voice and movement. Acting classes emphasize the exploration of various techniques, including neutral mask, physical action, playing goals and obstacles, study of verse, scansion, and characterization. Movement classes emphasize alignment, agility, and strength as well as period dance/deportment and Pilates. Voice and speech classes are based on the work of Catherine Fitzmaurice - utilizing a physical and kinesthetic approach to training. The department invites guest artists and teachers for additional instruction in movement, dance, Shakespearean play analysis and performance, audition technique, and the “business” side of acting.
Admission Process
To be considered for admission to the Hilberry, an applicant must hold or be completing a baccalaureate degree or its equivalent (minimum GPA 3.0, especially for the last two years of study), and submit the application form (supplied as a download), a current resumé, unofficial copies of transcripts from all colleges attended, and three letters of recommendation: preferably one professional, one academic, and one general.
3. The University of Texas at Austin Department of Theatre and Dance
Description of the Specific Program
We are working to form a professional internship association with the Austin Shakespeare Theatre, allowing M.F.A. Acting students to be cast in at least one production with that company during their six semesters, for which they qualify for Equity Membership Candidacy points. In each of these venues, our students have had the opportunity to work professionally. Every effort is made to assist M.F.A. actors in securing work in various summer stock companies, sometimes through auditions on campus. Unique to the M.F.A. in Acting program at UT, is the exciting opportunity to pursue Voice Studies/Voice Coaching with internationally renowned vocal coach Barney Hammond. All courses in the M.F.A. Acting Program are part of the overall training experience. Formal course training is provided in the third year and culminates with the Designation of Voice Coach by both Professor Hammond and an External Examiner.
Admission Process
Prospective M.F.A Acting students are required to audition first, prior to submitting their application materials. Application fees paid to the Graduate and International Admissions Center (GIAC) cannot be refunded. Please prepare two contrasting monologues (one classical, if possible) totaling no more than 3 minutes combined. You will have the option of singing 16 bars of a song. Please bring your own tape or CD. A player will be provided. Please bring an 8x10 headshot and resume. There may be callbacks at the end of the day.
TEACHING
Secondary Level
1. The Basic Requirements for Teacher Certification in Theatre in Texas
- You must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Texas institutions do not offer a degree in education. Every teacher must have an academic major, as well as teacher training courses. The only exemption from the degree requirement is for individuals seeking Career and Technology certification to teach certain courses, such as welding or computer-aided drafting.
- You must complete teacher training through an approved program. These programs are offered through colleges and universities, school districts, regional service centers, community colleges, and other entities.
- You must successfully complete the appropriate teacher certification tests for the subject and grade level you wish to teach.
- A teacher who holds an appropriate Texas classroom teaching certificate and a bachelor's degree may add classroom certification areas by successfully completing the appropriate certification examination(s) for the area(s) sought. Certification by examination is not available for:
initial certification;
career and technology certification based on skill and work experience;
a class of certificate other than classroom teacher (e.g. School Counselor, Principal, Superintendent, Learning Resources/School Librarian, Educational Diagnostician);
a certificate for which no certification examination has been developed.
Minoring in Secondary Education, I will be certified to teach when i graduate.
Community Colleges
1. The Description of One Position at a Community College that Might Fit Your Interests and Expertise
Monroe Community College
Function of Position: This is a Theater generalist position. Candidates must have the ability to teach Introduction to Theater courses such as Acting I and II, Stage Makeup, Oral Interpretation, and Voice and Diction. Faculty work within a highly interdisciplinary, collaborative academic department. Faculty report to the chairperson of the Visual and Performing Arts Department. Faculty perform professional duties and participate in departmental and institutional functions, including departmental meetings, committee work, student advisement, and registration processes.
Required Qualifications:
- A Masters degree from an accredited institution in Theater or related field such as Acting, Drama, Directing or a Bachelors Degree in Theatre with a Masters Degree in related field.
- Evidence of ability to teach Fundamentals of Acting I and II, Stage Makeup, Voice and Diction, Oral Interpretation, and Theater Rehearsal and Performance.
- Experience teaching at the college level for the equivalent of one year (30 credit hours) which may include dual credit or similarly evaluated instruction.
- Evidence of experience directing musical and dramatic productions.
- Evidence of acting experience.
- Evidence of effective communication (interpersonal, speaking, and writing) skills.
- Commitment to supporting an inclusive environment on campus. Evidence of respect for and understanding of people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and needs.
- Evidence of commitment to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
- Evidence of a team-centered, participatory nature.
- Willingness to serve students through academic advising and mentoring.
- Knowledge of and experience in implementing a variety of teaching strategies.
- Willingness to serve the department and the institution through committees and other activities.
- Commitment to continued professional growth.
Senior Colleges and Universities
1. The Description of One Position at a Senior College or University that Might Fit Your Interests and Expertise.
Oklahoma City University
Job Description
The assistant professor-acting/voice will join the performance faculty in the School of Theatre at Oklahoma City University. The school administers two performance degrees, a BFA in acting and a BA in theatre performance, in a program that is gaining a national reputation and growing toward a steady population of approximately 220 majors. This tenure-track position functions as part of the professional artistic community focused on teaching lower and upper division vocal production for the actor, as well as other upper-division acting classes as needed. Successful applicants will typically coach three to six productions per year. Directing may be a possibility, as well.
Along with their ability to teach the required acting courses, the ideal candidate would also be a member of one of the pertinent professional unions (AEA, SAG, AFTRA, SDC) and have a movement or voice teaching skill in one or more of the following areas or styles: Alexander, dialects, Linklater, Fitzmaurice, Roy Hart, Rodenberg, Berry. Applicants should be student-centered and able to train and supervise students in the basics of the Stanisalvski system.
The successful candidate is expected to participate in the department's assessment program, and in student recruiting and retention efforts for the school and university.
Qualifications:
- Voice, acting, union membership or other significant professional experience, and at least one of the above listed voice/movement specializations.
- MFA or equivalent professional experience required.
- Minimum of 3 years professional acting and/or directing experience expected.
- Minimum of 2 years of college teaching expected.
