The Media Theatre (LOA in reference to LORT) is seeking actors & actresses who sing & dance extremely well for their upcoming 2023-2024 season. Rehearsal times are typically Monday-Saturday from 9:30am-5:30pm, with Sundays off. Performances vary between five and seven shows per week depending on the production, generally Wednesdays through Sundays. Equity and Non-equity contracts available for each show. This Season EPA is pending Equity approval.
Season EPA
Monday, June 5 (9:30am - 5:30pm)
Tuesday, June 6 (9:30am - 5:30pm)
(Lunch 1:30 - 2:30)
By appointment only. See details below to apply.
Personnel: Christian Ryan (Artistic Director), Ben Kapilow (Resident Music Director)
Location: The Media Theatre: 104 E State Street, Media PA 19063
Material: Please bring a short cut of sheet music of an uptempo, contemporary musical theatre piece to sing from. Accompanist provided.
Additional Info: There will be callbacks for each production following Local and NYC auditions where some may be asked to sing & dance from the show.
Production Breakdown:
THE PROM
THE PROM starts rehearsals Sept 18, 2023, opens Oct 4, 2023 and closes Oct 29, 2023.
Book: Bob Martin and Chad Beguelin
Music: Matthew Sklar
Lyrics: Chad Beguelin
Director/Choreographer: Christian Ryan
Music Director: Ben Kapilow
[ALYSSA]
Any ethnicity, 18 to 22, Mix/belt up to a D.
[EMMA]
Any ethnicity, age 18 to 22, Mix/belt up to a C#.
[DEE DEE ALLEN]
Any ethnicity, 30’s – 50’s, Alto.
[BARRY GLICKMAN]
Any ethnicity, 30’s – 50’s, High Baritone/Low Tenor.
[ANGIE]
Any ethnicity, 30’s – 40’s, Alto with a belt.
[TRENT OLIVER]
Any ethnicity, 30’s – 40’s, Baritone.
[SHELDON]
Any ethnicity, 30's - 40’s.
[MARION HAWKINS]
Any ethnicity, 30’s – 50’s, High Baritone.
[MRS. GREENE]
Any ethnicity, 30’s – 40’s, Alto.
[ENSEMBLE]
Any ethnicity, 18-20s, various voice types. Excellent singers and advanced dancers that will also cover principal roles. Tumbling experience is a plus.
MARY POPPINS
MARY POPPINS starts rehearsals Nov 13, 2023, opens Dec 6, 2023 and closes January 28, 2024
Book: Julian Fellowes
Music & Lyrics: Richard M. Sherman & Robert B. Sherman
Director/Choreographer: Christian Ryan
Assistant Director: TBA
Music Director: Ben Kapilow
[MARY POPPINS]
Any ethnicity. 20s-30s, Gb3 - C6.
[BERT]
Any ethnicity. 30-35. B2-F#4.
[GEORGE BANKS]
Any ethnicity. 40s. Bb2 - Eb4.
[WINNIFRED BANKS]
Any Ethnicity. 30s-40s. A3-D5.
[ENSEMBLE]Any Ethnicity. 20s-40s. Various voice types. Seeking dynamic actors, singers, & dancers who are able to play multiple roles and possibly cover principle tracks. Must sing extremely well.
SCHOOL OF ROCK
SCHOOL OF ROCK begins rehearsals Feb 19, 2024, opens March 6, 2024 and closes March 31, 2024
Music: Andrew Lloyd Webber
Lyrics: Glenn Slater
Book: Julian Fellowes
Director: TBA
Choreographer: TBA
Music Director: Ben Kapilow
[DEWEY FINN]
Any ethnicity. 20s-30s. Rock tenor, B2-A5.
[ROSALIE MULLINS]
Any ethnicity. 20s-30s. A3-D6.
[NED SCHNEEBLY]
Any ethnicity. 25-40. C3-F#4.
[PATTY DI MARCO]
Any ethnicity. 25-40. B3-E5.
[ADULT ENSEMBLE]
Any ethnicity. 20s-40s. Various voice types. Adults who will play both Teachers & Parents. Excellent singers and movers, as well as Improvisation and characterization skills required. May cover principal roles.
LEGALLY BLONDE
LEGALLY BLONDE starts rehearsals April 8, 2024, opens April 24, 2024 and closes June 9, 2024
Music and Lyrics: Laurence O’Keefe & Neil Benjamin
Book: Heather Hach
Director/Choreographer: Christian Ryan
Music Director: Ben Kapilow
[ELLE WOODS]
Any ethnicity. Early 20s. Mezzo/Belt
[EMMETT FORREST]
Any ethnicity. 20s-30s. Tenor
[WARNER HUNTINGTON III]
Any ethnicity. 20s. Baritone.
[PAULETTE]
Any ethnicity. 30s-40s. Alto
[PROFESSOR CALLAHAN]
Any ethnicity. 40s-50s. Baritone
[VIVIENNE KENSINGTON]
Any ethnicity. 20s. Mezzo/Belt
[SERENA, MARGOT, PILAR]
Any ethnicity. 20s. Elle’s Delta Nu sisters. Mezzo/Belt
[BROOKE WYNDHAM]
Any Ethnicity. 30s-40s. Alto
[ENID HOOPES]
Any ethnicity. 20s-30s. Mezzo/Belt
[ENSEMBLE]
Any ethnicity. 20s-30s. Excellent dancers, singers and actors who will play a variety of roles. May cover principal tracks.
TO SUBMIT:
Please send headshot, resume and any available vocal & dance reels to: [email protected]. The deadline to submit is Monday, May 29, 2023. Please list the subject line as: SEASON EPA - {Last Name} {Equity/Nonequity}. Appointment slots will be filled for Equity members, and Nonequity appointments given if space is available. Those without an appointment may be seen the day of if time permits.
The Media Theatre is committed to highlighting all voices across all areas of identity, including but not limited to differences in race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, and/or national origin. The Media Theatre highly encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to audition.
