AUDITIONS at Spotlighters Theatre - PLEASE READ COMPLETELY
Spotlighters Theatre holds auditions for productions approximately 8 to 10 weeks before the scheduled opening of the show.
Typically auditions are on Saturday 11am - 3pm and Sunday 6pm - 9pm. Please verify dates and times on the specific audition page.
Some roles may be pre-cast, and will be noted in the audition notice.
All actors should bring their resume, current headshot, and rehearsal conflicts to the audition.
All auditions are OPEN CALL unless noted in the specific audition notice.
For Musical Auditions, you will be asked to perform 24-32 bars of prepared music, but you may also be asked to sing another cut from that music or from another selection. An Accompanist will be provided. Sheet music in the proper key MUST be provided. A'cappella auditions are not allowed.
Please have all conflicts for the rehearsal period available, and please note on Audition Form.
Please verify that you are available for all performances.
All roles are non-equity (non-union) and are non-paid.
Spotlighters attempts to cast age appropriate actors when possible, and follows a color-blind / color-conscious casting policy when allowed by script or license.
If you are unable to attend the scheduled auditions, please send your resume and headshot to Info@spotlighters.org. If additional auditions are needed, you will be contacted.
Auditions are held at theatre unless otherwise noted;
Spotlighters Theatre - 817 Saint Paul Street - Baltimore, MD 21202
Typically auditions are on Saturday 11am - 3pm and Sunday 6pm - 9pm. Please verify dates and times on the specific audition page.
Some roles may be pre-cast, and will be noted in the audition notice.
All actors should bring their resume, current headshot, and rehearsal conflicts to the audition.
All auditions are OPEN CALL unless noted in the specific audition notice.
For Musical Auditions, you will be asked to perform 24-32 bars of prepared music, but you may also be asked to sing another cut from that music or from another selection. An Accompanist will be provided. Sheet music in the proper key MUST be provided. A'cappella auditions are not allowed.
Please have all conflicts for the rehearsal period available, and please note on Audition Form.
Please verify that you are available for all performances.
All roles are non-equity (non-union) and are non-paid.
Spotlighters attempts to cast age appropriate actors when possible, and follows a color-blind / color-conscious casting policy when allowed by script or license.
If you are unable to attend the scheduled auditions, please send your resume and headshot to Info@spotlighters.org. If additional auditions are needed, you will be contacted.
Auditions are held at theatre unless otherwise noted;
Spotlighters Theatre - 817 Saint Paul Street - Baltimore, MD 21202
Please Note: All actors must be fully vaccinated before auditions, and present proof of vaccination at the audition.
AUDITIONS FOR . . .
HooDoo Love
- Please bring your resume and headshot (if available)
- Prepare 16-32 bars of a song in the style of the show (Blues, R&B) that shows off your vocal and acting talents (Approximately 30-45 seconds of music). - Ability to play guitar, harmonica appreciated, but not required. - Actors will read sides from script, provided at audition. - Actors may be asked to remain after initial audition to read with others in dialogue scenes. - No acapella auditions, please bring sheet music in your key. |
written by Katori Hall
director: Rain Pryor musical director: Deletta Gillespie Performances: Sept 23 - Oct 9, 2022 Fri: Sept 23, 30, & Oct 7 at 8:00pm Sat: Sept 24, Oct 1, & 8 at 8:00pm Sun: Sept 25, Oct 2, & 9 at 2:00pm TEN SPOT Thursday: Sept 23, 2022 at 8:00pm AUDITION DATES & Information ...
Sat, July 16, 2022 (11am - 3pm) Sun, July 17, 2022 (6pm-9pm) A tale of love, magic, jealousy, and secrets. Toulou escapes from the Mississippi cotton fields in the 1930s to pursue her dream of singing the blues in Memphis. When she meets a rambling blues man, the notorious Ace of Spades, her dreams are realized in a way she could never have imagined.
Written in vivid language that captures the blues, Hoodoo Love is a major debut. Contains scenes of Sexual Violence & Intimacy
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- Please bring your calendar for conflicts from July - Sept, 2022
- All actors must be at least 18 years of age to audition.
- Non-Union / Non-Paid
- All actors must be at least 18 years of age to audition.
- Non-Union / Non-Paid
Character Breakdown
Toulou: 18-25; A young woman who runs away from the cotton fields of Mississippi to the bluesy streets of Memphis. In stature she is tiny, but her presence makes her seem taller than she is. Strong R&B/Blues singer.
Candylady: 50-60; A former slave and the Hoodoo madame of Beale Street with a timeless essence, yet the quick tongue of a youngin' - Must be a strong singer.
Ace of Spades: 25-35; A young, sexy, ramblin' bluesman with a 'behind like a caboose' and hands that can play the blues out of any woman's back."-Leading role type.
Actors with blues guitar playing experience and experience playing the harmonica are encouraged to consider this role. The ability to sing in styles similar to blues, jazz, and gospel is also preferred.
Jib: 25-30; Toulou's older brother, a born-again Christian missionary.
Non-Union/Non-Paid
Toulou: 18-25; A young woman who runs away from the cotton fields of Mississippi to the bluesy streets of Memphis. In stature she is tiny, but her presence makes her seem taller than she is. Strong R&B/Blues singer.
Candylady: 50-60; A former slave and the Hoodoo madame of Beale Street with a timeless essence, yet the quick tongue of a youngin' - Must be a strong singer.
Ace of Spades: 25-35; A young, sexy, ramblin' bluesman with a 'behind like a caboose' and hands that can play the blues out of any woman's back."-Leading role type.
Actors with blues guitar playing experience and experience playing the harmonica are encouraged to consider this role. The ability to sing in styles similar to blues, jazz, and gospel is also preferred.
Jib: 25-30; Toulou's older brother, a born-again Christian missionary.
Non-Union/Non-Paid
