[NEohioPAL] Open Call for Actor-Creators to be part of Akron's Bicentennial play this summer

[Katie Beck]

*I PUT THE WRONG DATE IT SHOULD BE MAY 10 AT THE TOP NOT MAY 3*





On Wed, Apr 30, 2025 at 9:33 AM Katie Beck <katie at gumdiptheatre.com> wrote:

> Open Call + Creative Gathering
>
> Akron Bicentennial Outdoor Drama Project | Saturday, May 3, 2025 |
> 12:00–3:00 p.m.
> Waters Park (140 Olive St, Akron, OH)
> Rain location: Balch Street Theatre
>
> Gum–Dip Theatre is inviting actors, musicians, dancers, and
> interdisciplinary artists to a collaborative gathering for an original,
> site-based play in honor of Akron’s 200th birthday. This is not a
> traditional audition.
>
>
> This gathering is an opportunity to connect, learn more about the project,
> and explore the creative process together. The script is already in
> development, and we are now seeking artists to help further shape it
> through their own creative contributions. Whether through movement, music,
> storytelling, or presence, ensemble members will help bring the script to
> life and enrich it with their unique perspectives and skills.
>
> About the Process
>
> This is a hybrid performance that blends narrative scenes with poetic,
> abstract, and sensory-driven moments. It incorporates music, voice,
> projection, and physicality as part of the storytelling. Some of the work
> will be physically active and improvisational. You do not need to prepare a
> monologue or song—just come ready to collaborate, share, and play.
>
> Rehearsal and Performance Details
>
>    -
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>    Rehearsals begin in mid-May and run until late July
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>    Most rehearsals will take place in the evenings and on weekends
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>    The show will be staged outdoors at the amphitheater in Waters Park on
>    July 31, August 1, 2, and 3, 2025
>    -
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>    Performers will be paid $1,500
>
>
> To Attend
>
> Please RSVP by May 9 by emailing your name and a few lines about your
> interest to: katie at gumdiptheatre.com. If you have a headshot or resume,
> you may attach it—but it’s not required.
>
> Who We’re Looking For
>
> We strongly encourage participation from artists of all backgrounds, ages,
> and lived experiences. We are especially interested in reflecting the
> diversity of Akron’s communities on stage and behind the scenes.
>
> Artists and community members who:
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>    -
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>    Are excited to contribute to a script-in-progress through music,
>    dance, and creative ideas
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>    Are open to collaboration and co-creation
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>    Are passionate about Akron’s stories and communities
>    -
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>    Are looking to grow in a supportive, inclusive, and imaginative
>    ensemble
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>
>
> *Katie Beck *
> *Theatre Maker, Creative Community Builder, Social Entrepreneur*
> Co-Artistic Director at gumdiptheatre.com
> Oracle of Synthesis (Operations) at catac-akron.com
> <http://catac-akron.com>
> (c) 330-962-2690
>
>
>
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