Audition Announcement:
Dates & Times
Sunday May 4th, 6:30pm, Monday May 5th, 6:30pm, at Hole in the Wall Theatre
Callbacks by invitation only: Sunday May 11th, Noon – 4, at Hole in the Wall Theatre
Tech week and Performance Dates (Actors must be available for all dates)
July 27th -July 31st, Aug 1-3, 8-10, 15 & 16, Strike on Sunday the 17th
Director: Julianna Corrales
Music Director: Lynn Seery
Choreographer: Rae Janiel
Stage Manager: Billy Winter
Producers: Terrance J Peters & Alexandria Palazzo
Audition Details
Game On! is an original, teen-centric, Pop-Rock musical inspired by beloved board games that highlights the battles LGBTQ+ individuals and families face every day. We travel through the town where, in the face of intolerance, a modern family seeks to reconnect with each other, a young woman grapples with her identity, a mother finds her voice, and a community decides what it stands for. Friends, family, and community need to come together if they’ll have a chance of changing the minds of those who would run them out of town.
- Please prepare a 32-bar cut (approximately one minute) of a contemporary Musical Theatre song.
- An accompanist will be provided, please bring piano Sheet Music, printed and in a binder or a downloadable file ready to be sent to the accompaniment.
- There will be a movement section, please wear comfortable clothes.
- Please bring a printed copy of your theatre resume and headshot. An additional picture may be taken at auditions.
If you have any questions, please email jcorrales@hitw.org and Billywinter@hitw.org . If you need any accessibility accommodations, please let us know and we will be happy to meet them.
We are looking for a passionate group of actors ready for the task of bringing life to this new work! We will work to honor the vision of the Seery Family and the LGBTQ+ experiences that this show seeks to highlight. While we will be evaluating acting, singing, and movement, we are also looking for performers who are creatively open and will help bring bright ideas and big energy to this production. In bringing the characters to life, we will look to you and your unique experiences and talents to help them find their ways.
We are actively seeking a diverse cast that represents the communities we live in and the stories we seek to highlight. The roles are open to all ethnicities unless specifically noted. While some character genders are set in the script due to the nature of the story, we encourage auditioners of any gender identity to audition for all roles they connect with.
The ages of the teen characters are an important note from the playwright, and we will be working to cast as close to those ages as we can. Please note for Teen actors, our age minimum is 13, if you are 18 and under we will need a parent or guardian present at auditions. All members of the cast and production teams over 18 will be required to take part in a background check before rehearsals begin.
Rehearsals
Rehearsals will be Sunday through Thursday, through June & July. We will not meet every day, every week. Our first Rehearsal will be Sunday, June 1st at Noon, all will be called. We will send out a detailed schedule closer to the beginning of rehearsals, noting who is specifically called and on which days.
We reserve the right to adjust the schedule as needed, but will always give a minimum of one week’s notice and will be flexible with conflicts given prior to rehearsals beginning for those adjusted dates.
Character Descriptions
Sam Stafford (She/Her, 35-50yrs)
Adoptive mother of Rachel and Marcus. Wife of Chris. Co-Owner of the toy store. Very protective of her family but the more reserved of the couple. Any race or ethnicity. Mezzo Soprano voice. A4-D5
Chris Stafford (She/Her, 35-50yrs)
Adoptive mother of Rachel and Marcus. Wife of Sam. Co-Owner of the toy store. Strong and capable, she is the more easy going in her relationships. Any race or ethnicity. Mezzo Soprano voice. A4-F#5
Max Miranda (He/Him, 16-18yrs)
Boyfriend of Kendall and an employee of Sam and Chris. Max is really into video games. He is goofy but quiet with new people. He is very laid back and not quick to anger. Any race or ethnicity. Tenor voice. A3-E4
Kendall Walker (She/Her, 15-17 yrs)
Girlfriend of Max and best friend of Rachel. She is kind and outgoing and very focused on her romantic relationship. School is an afterthought though she has “big” dreams. Any race or ethnicity. Soprano voice. A4-A6
Paul Rivera (35-50yrs)
Father of Quinn and husband to Lily. Paul is the leader of the church’s bible group. He is strict and overbearing with his daughter, wife, and the congregation. Must be a strong singer with the ability to sing rock and classical. Should be of Hispanic descent. Tenor voice. F2-D#4
Lily Rivera (35-50yrs)
Mother of Quinn and wife to Paul. Lily has always done what is expected of her and never speaks her own mind. Being a mother is her greatest joy but deep down she wishes for more in her life. Any race or ethnicity. Soprano voice. A4-A6
Quinn Rivera (She/Her, 13-15yrs)
Daughter of Paul and Lily, friend to Alex and Marcus. She is trying to forge her own path away from the stifling religious teachings of her parents. Strong-willed and clever. Must be a strong singer who can also rap. Any race or ethnicity. Mezzo soprano voice. A4-E5
Rachel Stafford (She/Her, 15-17 yrs)
Adopted daughter of Sam and Chris, sister to Marcus and best friend of Kendall. Rachel is an overachiever who is very focused on her life’s goals. This sometimes gets in the way of her making friends. Any race or ethnicity. Alto voice. A4-C#5
Marcus Stafford (He/Him, 13-15yrs)
Adopted son of Sam and Chris, brother to Rachel, and friend of Quinn. He is good-natured and fun but is longing for the closeness his family once had due to the many rejections he’s faced in his life. Any race or ethnicity. Tenor/Alto voice. G3-A5
Alex Molinati (She/Her, 13-15yrs)
Best friend of Quinn. Alex is athletic and smart. When she makes a friend, it’s for life and she tends to be a bit jealous when others get in the way of that. Any race or ethnicity. Mezzo soprano. A4-D#5
Agnes, Gregory, Frank, Maria – Ensemble Members/Church Group
Members of the church group run by Paul. They are in various stages of anger or disbelief regarding same-sex couple Sam and Chris. Any race or ethnicity.
Kids/Teens – Local residents and gamers who help bring the games to life.
Ensemble members will also be asked to serve as Swings and act as the stage crew for the show.
Please fill out your audition form ahead of time here: https://forms.gle/v9xSFayanUJq9zQR8
Check out the script here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PTfB0OI6ioSWcW9d07ipOrJzAvvN2PpZxdGlThYR67g/edit?usp=sharing