Casting Call: Child Actors for “The Preacher’s Wife, A New Musical” – Virtual Open Call
Role 1: Jeremiah Biggs
- Age: 9 years-old
- Ethnicity: Black
- Description: Jeremiah is the son of Julia and Henry. He shares a close, brotherly bond with Hakeem. He is imaginative, sarcastic, and exhibits the boldness commonly found in young New Yorkers.
Role 2: Hakeem
- Age: 10 years-old
- Ethnicity: Black
- Description: Hakeem is Jeremiah’s best friend, a smart boy from the Bronx. He spends his time playing with Jeremiah and takes care of his ailing grandmother.
Job Details:
- Type: Acting (Child)
- Location: Virtual Open Call
- Contract Type: TBD (based on production schedule)
Job Responsibilities:
- Attend virtual auditions and rehearsals as scheduled by the production team.
- Collaborate with the director, fellow cast members, and production crew to bring the characters to life.
- Prepare and deliver lines in accordance with the script and director’s guidance.
- Embody the essence of the character and convey emotions as required by the role.
Requirements:
- For Jeremiah:
- Age: 9 years-old
- Ethnicity: Black
- For Hakeem:
- Age: 10 years-old
- Ethnicity: Black
- Previous acting experience preferred but not required.
- Ability to take direction and work collaboratively with the production team.
Compensation:
- Details to be discussed with selected candidates based on production schedule and budget.
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Submit a virtual audition through the provided online form
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Ensure video and audio quality are clear for submission review
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Follow the guidelines and submission deadline carefully
Requirements
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Ages 18 and older
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Must be based in Southern California
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Open to all gender identities and ethnicities
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Musical theatre experience preferred
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Job Description
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Job Responsibilities
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Perform assigned character roles with authenticity and emotional depth
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Participate in rehearsals, table reads, and blocking sessions
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Submit a two-minute monologue for consideration
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Becca (35–45): A mother grieving the loss of her young son. Withdrawn yet sharp-tongued, struggling to keep her emotions under control.
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Izzy (27–33): Becca’s impulsive and outspoken younger sister. Free-spirited, playful, yet caring.
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Howie (35–45): Becca’s husband, trying to hold their marriage together despite heartbreak. Grounded, patient, and affectionate.
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Nat (60s): Becca and Izzy’s mother, wise and outspoken, using humor to cope with her own grief.
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