Equity Principal Auditions – Bloody, Bloody Andrew Jackson
WHO: Bloody, Bloody Andrew Jackson – Equity Principal Auditions
ABOUT: Fast-paced, irreverent, Wild West rock musical on the founding of the Democratic Party. Concerning President Andrew Jackson and the adolescence of America during the early 19th Century.
SEEKING:
Lyncoya: AVAILABLE ROLE. Seeking an actor age 8-11 to play younger. Character is Native American. Andrew Jackson’s adopted son. Actor does not need to sing.
Andrew Jackson: CAST. Seeking possible future replacements only at this time. Emo rock re-imagining of American’s seventh president. Actor must be attractive and charismatic, with a great voice and fantastic comedic ability.
WHEN: 1st reh.: 8/30/10. 1st preview: 9/21
HOW TO AUDITION:
When: Equity Principal Auditions
Thursday, July 29, 2010
10 AM – 1:30 PM – Role of Lyncoya Only
2:30 PM – 6 PM – Role of Andrew Jackson Only
Equity Monitor begins sign-up for both roles at 9 AM
Where: Chelsea Studios
151 West 26th Street, 6th Floor
New York City
Notes/What to bring: Actors auditioning for the role of Lyncoya will read sides (a scene from the show), provided at the audition. No further preparation is necessary.
Actors auditioning to be considered as possible future replacements for Andrew Jackson should prepare a short rock song. Bring sheet music; accompanist provided from 2:30 – 6 PM only. All: Please bring a picture & resume, stapled together.
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