[NEohioPAL] Last Call - Clague Playhouse Auditions for OPUS, directed by Craig Joseph

[Craig Joseph]

LAST CALL!
We're just about two weeks out from Clague Playhouse's upcoming auditions
for its production of OPUS, by Michael Hollinger, directed by Craig Joseph.
Show Dates: January 24-February 16, 2024 The Story: After firing one of
their founding members due to his erratic behavior, a world-class string
quartet takes a chance on a gifted but relatively inexperienced young
woman. With only a few days to rehearse a grueling Beethoven masterpiece,
the four struggle to prepare their highest-profile performance ever—a
televised ceremony at the White House. Their rehearsal room becomes a
pressure-cooker as passions rise, personalities clash, and the players are
forced to confront the ephemeral nature of their life’s work. Recipient of
the Barrymore Award for Outstanding New Play, a Steinberg New Play Citation
from the American Theatre Critics Association, and nominations for Lucille
Lortel and John Gassner Awards for Best New Play. Character Breakdown:
ELLIOTT, 40s, male-identifying, any race. First violin. Secretly dating
Dorian. A bit uptight, perfectionist, leader of the group and doesn't like
being crossed. Often serious and taciturn. Very responsible. ALAN, 30s-40s,
male-identifying, any race. Second violin. Happy-go-lucky. Wants there to
be harmony among the quartet. May or may not be romantically interested in
Grace. Often feels like a friendly puppy. A bit of a slob. DORIAN, 30s-40s,
male-identifying, any race. Viola. The best musician in the group, but with
an artist's volatile, moody temperament. A little unpredictable. Secretly
dating Elliott and often in conflict with him. He's been kicked out of the
group and wants back in. Probably a genius. CARL, 40s, male-identifying,
any race. Cello. Family man. Stable center of the group, but is feeling the
strain of his group's disharmony. His cancer has returned, and he's trying
to keep it a secret from the rest of them. Doesn't speak often, but when he
does, his wisdom causes others to listen. GRACE, 20s, female-identifying,
any race. Viola. The youngest and a newcomer to the group. May seem a bit
shy and reticent at first, but she can hold her own among these men.
Talented musician - and able to speak truth to the group when they can't
see beyond their messed-up dynamic. Full of surprises. Audition Dates and
Times: Saturday, May 25th from 1-5 PM / Tuesday, May 28th from 6-10 PM at
Clague Playhouse (1371 Clague Road, Westlake, OH 44145). To Audition:
Please reach out via e-mail to the director of the production, Craig
Joseph, at craigjose at gmail.com to request a slot. Include your headshot,
resumé, and your preferred date. You will be signed up for a 45 minute
slot, during which you'll be playing through several scenes with a group of
4-5 other actors. Sides will be e-mailed to you closer to the audition so
that you can prepare. Callbacks will only be held if needed. Rehearsals:
Will begin in mid-December, will take a brief break for the holidays, and
then we move ahead full steam in January. Rehearsals will take place Sunday
through Thursday evenings and Saturday days, if needed. If you have any
additional questions, please reach out to craigjose at gmail.com.
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