Casting "Carousel," a musical.
Production states: "This production was originally scheduled for May 2022 and had to be cancelled due to Covid. Because of this we are casting replacement for certain roles and have a 1 week but jam-packed rehearsal schedule plus one week of tech.
Casting 'Carousel,' Opera San Luis Obispo's OperaSLO 2022 full-production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s classic musical. Production states: 'This production of Carousel represents a 'grand' and rare performance opportunity featuring full sets, costumes, ballet, chorus, and accompanied by the full OperaSLO Grand Orchestra approximately 40-person ensemble. Opera plays an important role as the genre of classical music responsible for uniting more art forms together, on one stage, than any other form of performance art. We acknowledge our genre of performance is often experienced by thousands in a single production, which imposes a greater responsibility and push to enact positive change through our work, practices, educational programs and policies. Opera San Luis Obispo is committed to fair and equitable hiring practices companywide. We do not support, sponsor, author, or advocate programs or events that benefit any single group, at the exclusion of others. Working at Opera San Luis Obispo is based on an individual’s professional skill, and legal right to work in the State of California. We do not discriminate based on race, sex, or nationality. Opera San Luis Obispo is welcoming to all. We make these commitments to you and to ourselves, and we hope our artists, audiences, and colleagues will hold us accountable."
Billy Bigelow: Lead, Male, 18-40
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
Required Media: Headshot/Photo, Video Reel
Required Skills:
Singing: Baritone
Jigger Craigin: Lead, Male, 18-40
production states: "Our current plan for Jigger is to also have his track lead some dancing in the ensemble and his song. That option is open. Please submit any dance footage you might have."
Required Media: Headshot/Photo, Video Reel
Required Skills:
Singing: Baritone
Fight Training: Stage Combat
Louise/Ensemble: Supporting, Female, 18-40
strong dancer/actor required. Should be able to play age 15-18.
Required Media: Headshot/Photo, Video Reel
Required Skills:
Dance: Ballet
Dance: Contemporary
Fight Training: Stage Combat
Dream Barker/Ensemble: Supporting, Male, 18-50
must be comfortable partnering.
Required Skills:
Dance: Ballet
Dance: Contemporary
Male Ensemble (6): Chorus / Ensemble, Male, 18-60
six male (identifying) ensemble members. Strong dancers, movers and singers. Individual roles to be assigned.
Required Media: Headshot/Photo, Video Reel
Female Ensemble (7): Chorus / Ensemble, Female, 18-60
seven female identifying ensemble members. Strong dancer, mover and singer. Roles to be assigned.
Required Media: Headshot/Photo, Video Reel
Stage Manager:
Estimated payment amount: US$100.00 - US$3,000.00 for 16 days of work
Additional: Pays $100-$3,000 flat rate (pre-tax) dependent on role and experience. To be paid on closure of production. Housing provided for out-of-town actors cast.
Rehearsal and Production Dates & Locations
Rehearses Oct. Oct. 2-9 in San Luis Obispo; tech Oct. 10-14 at the Cal Poly Performing Arts Center; performs Oct. 15-16 in San Luis Obispo, CA.
Nationwide (United States)
