In Fall 2011, we will be casting for Spring 2012 tours of:
- FOODPLAY – 4 actors (male or female) [casting requirements]
Trish’s Awesome Nutrition Ambition – 2 actors (female) [casting requirements]
We also need a touring stage manager for each troupe. See stage manager requirements.
All non-conference auditions and stage manager interviews are by appointment only. Please contact us to request an appointment or more information.
- Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC)
September 11-12, 2011
For FOODPLAY - Philadelphia, PA
October 23 & 25 2011
For Trish’s Awesome Nutrition Ambition (see casting call) - New York, NY
October 17, 2011
For FOODPLAY (see casting call) - Unified Professional Theatre Auditions (UPTA)
Memphis, TN
Feb. 3 – 6, 2012
For FOODPLAY
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All cast members must be available to tour nationally and have a valid driver’s license. Requirements for each show are listed below:
FOODPLAY
Both actors must be able to present a good role model for young children, have a strong speaking voice, great stage presence and an interest in working with children.
- Coach: male or female actor with an energetic physicality. Juggling and other special skills a plus. Must be willing and able to learn basic juggling and some tricks.
- Janey/ Johnny: female or male actor with a background in juggling, youthful appearance and energy. Advanced juggling and other special skills a plus. Must be proficient in basic juggling and willing and able to learn some tricks.
Learn more about the show: FOODPLAY
Trish’s Awesome Nutrition Ambition
Both actors must be able to present a good role model for young children, have a strong speaking voice, great stage presence and an interest in working with children.
- Trish: A rambunctious, joyful, Cool Kid totally devoted to good nutrition and exercise.
- Mama Rose: Trish’s grandmother, a loving and kind spirit, but someone who is too set in her ways with making too many poor nutrition and exercise choices.
THIS IS YOUR LIFE!
Both actors must be able to play late teens/ early twenties with strong speaking voice and able to present a good role model for adolescents.
- Mike: male comic actor with a background in improvisation, strong physical comedy skills. Quick thinking and adaptability very important.
- Wendy: female comic actor with appealing stage presence, and ability to play the “straight man” while maintaining a sense of fun. Background in improvisation a plus.
Learn more about the show: THIS IS YOUR LIFE!
FoodPlay Productions seeks Touring Stage Manager/Troupe Manager for Spring tours of award-winning nutrition theater shows. Rehearsals begin in January 2012, performances January through June. Pay, travel, lodging, and “on the road” per diem provided.
Ideal candidate presents professional and positive role model for children, flexible, strong leader, organized, good driver with penchant for travel. Serves as company ambassador to schools, supports performer troupe, is cool under pressure, has positive attitude. Has working knowledge of sound equipment and theater or is willing to learn. Must have valid driver’s license. Persons with diverse backgrounds and experience encouraged to apply!
You will need to come to an interview at one of our audition locations or our office in Hatfield, Massachusetts.
Send cover letter and resume to S.M. Payson, Assistant Production Manager, via email, mail, or fax:
info@foodplay.com
1 Sunset Avenue, Hatfield MA 01038
fax: 413-247-5405