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.
NON-UNION / NON-PAID
AUDITIONS FOR . . .
VANYA & SONIA & MASHA & SPIKE
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
Please Note: All actors must be fully vaccinated before auditions, and present proof of vaccination at the audition. Actors: You may present a prepared one to two minute drama/dramedy monologue of your choice. Modern monologues are encouraged. Actors should also be prepared to stay and read sides as needed. You may be asked to remain after your audition to read with other actors. All ethnicities, sizes, gender identities and gender expressions are welcome to audition.
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by Christopher Durang director - Erin Klarner stage manager - Jane Nitsch Performance Dates: Apr 14 - 30, 2023 Fri & Sat at 8pm; Sun at 2pm AUDITION DATES
Sat Feb 4 - 11am to 3pm Sun Feb 5 - 6pm to 9pm - - - see link below to schedule your audition slot IF ALL SLOTS ARE FILLED ... Please arrive and be prepared to wait until an opening can be found. Winner of the 2013 Tony Award for Best Play.
Middle-aged siblings Vanya and Sonia share a home in Bucks County, PA, where they bicker and complain about the circumstances of their lives. Suddenly, their movie-star sister, Masha, swoops in with her new boy toy, Spike. Old resentments flare up, eventually leading to threats to sell the house. Also on the scene are sassy maid Cassandra, who can predict the future, and a lovely young aspiring actress named Nina, whose prettiness somewhat worries the imperious Masha. Chekhov is alive and well in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, where adult siblings Vanya and Sonia reside in their old family home, mourning their lost dreams and missed opportunities. When their often-wrong, fortune-telling maid warns of impending dangers, and their movie star sister, Masha, arrives unexpectedly with young, sexy, boy toy, Spike, the family is launched into a rollicking weekend of one-upmanship, exposed nerves, and a lot of broken mugs. With wit and absurdity, Christopher Durang’s Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike blends Chekhov’s famous ennui with the modern-day toils and troubles of celebrity, social networking, and age into a laugh-out-loud comedy that will tickle your funny bone and stimulate your mind. |
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
NOTE: age ranges are "stage age" NOT actual age. Some folks can play older, some can play younger.
VANYA (male) – Late 40’s to mid 50’s. A gay man who lives with his step-sister Sonia. He took care of their aging parents over a long time and didn’t do much of what he’d like to have done with his life, but is resigned, more or less. He acts the peacemaker between his two sisters. Seeking a very strong actor, great with language and timing, excellent comedic skills.
SONIA (female) – Late 40’s to mid-50s. Vanya’s step-sister living with him. Discontent, upset, regretful. Never had a romantic life. Volatile, and angry that her pretty sister, Masha, has had a life. Must be a very strong comedic actress with great language skills and wide emotional range. Ability to impersonate Maggie Smith essential.
MASHA (female) – Late 40’s to late 50’s. Vanya’s other sister. Glamorous and successful actress who goes gallivanting around the world. A bit grandiose, but also charming. Has had five failed marriages and has recently taken up with a young actor, Spike. Has been paying everybody’s bills.
SPIKE (male) – Mid-late 20s. An aspiring actor. Masha’s new companion. Sexy, self-absorbed boy-toy. Friendly, charming, always seductive, attractive and is very well built. Seeking a strong comedic actor also good at physical comedy. You may be asked to take off your shirt at auditions.
NINA (female) – Early to late 20s. Lovely, sincere would-be actress, visiting her aunt and uncle next door to Vanya and Sonia. Star-struck and energetic in her enthusiasm. Responds to Vanya and is kind to him.
CASSANDRA (female) – 20-55. Can be any ethnicity. Cleaning lady and soothsayer, she often bursts into prophecy, her diction sounding like Greek tragedy mixed with contemporary thoughts and references. Her seeing the future is somewhat truthful, though not always 100% accurate. She often criticizes her employers Vanya and Sonia, but at the core wants to help them. Verbal dexterity with great comedic skills necessary.
NOTE: age ranges are "stage age" NOT actual age. Some folks can play older, some can play younger.
VANYA (male) – Late 40’s to mid 50’s. A gay man who lives with his step-sister Sonia. He took care of their aging parents over a long time and didn’t do much of what he’d like to have done with his life, but is resigned, more or less. He acts the peacemaker between his two sisters. Seeking a very strong actor, great with language and timing, excellent comedic skills.
SONIA (female) – Late 40’s to mid-50s. Vanya’s step-sister living with him. Discontent, upset, regretful. Never had a romantic life. Volatile, and angry that her pretty sister, Masha, has had a life. Must be a very strong comedic actress with great language skills and wide emotional range. Ability to impersonate Maggie Smith essential.
MASHA (female) – Late 40’s to late 50’s. Vanya’s other sister. Glamorous and successful actress who goes gallivanting around the world. A bit grandiose, but also charming. Has had five failed marriages and has recently taken up with a young actor, Spike. Has been paying everybody’s bills.
SPIKE (male) – Mid-late 20s. An aspiring actor. Masha’s new companion. Sexy, self-absorbed boy-toy. Friendly, charming, always seductive, attractive and is very well built. Seeking a strong comedic actor also good at physical comedy. You may be asked to take off your shirt at auditions.
NINA (female) – Early to late 20s. Lovely, sincere would-be actress, visiting her aunt and uncle next door to Vanya and Sonia. Star-struck and energetic in her enthusiasm. Responds to Vanya and is kind to him.
CASSANDRA (female) – 20-55. Can be any ethnicity. Cleaning lady and soothsayer, she often bursts into prophecy, her diction sounding like Greek tragedy mixed with contemporary thoughts and references. Her seeing the future is somewhat truthful, though not always 100% accurate. She often criticizes her employers Vanya and Sonia, but at the core wants to help them. Verbal dexterity with great comedic skills necessary.
REHEARSAL SCHEDULE: February through April, 2023
ALL AUDITIONERS should bring CONFLICT DATES for this period.
Non-Union / Non-Paid
ALL AUDITIONERS should bring CONFLICT DATES for this period.
Non-Union / Non-Paid
