We are seeking local, non-union artists for My Carmilla in partnership with The Lemonade Stand for the Philadelphia Fringe Festival.
All actors will be paid a stipend of $450
About the Play:
My Carmilla is a queer folk horror theatre piece inspired by J. Sheridan Le Fanu’s 1872 novella, reimagined through a feminist and postcolonial lens.
The actors playing Laura and Carmilla will alternate roles each performance, highlighting the question: who is the predator, and who is the prey?
My Carmilla utilizes movement, music, and cast doubling.
Our Hub: Lemonade Stand
My Carmilla is proudly part of this year's Lemonade Stand Hub! The Lemonade Stand strives to create a home for new work and new artists in the expansive Philadelphia arts community. Focused on supporting those who are emerging in this vital arts scene, they aim to develop works that best serve those who place their trust in The Lemonade Stand.
Rehearsals:
Monday, August 3rd, 6:30 - 9:30
Tuesday, August 4th, 7:30 - 10:30
Wednesday, August 12th, 7:00 - 10:00
Sunday, August 16th, 6:00 - 9:00
Monday, August 17th, 7:00 - 10:00
Wednesday, August 19th, 7:00 - 10:00
Friday, August 21st, 7:00 - 10:00
Sunday, August 23rd, 6:00 - 9:00
Monday, August 24th, 6:00 - 9:00
Wednesday, August 26th, 6:00 - 9:00
Sunday, August 30th, 12:30 - 3:30
Monday, August 31st, 6:00 - 9:00
Wednesday, September 2nd, 7:30 - 10:30
Tech Rehearsal: Sunday, September 6th, 3:00 - 7:00
Note: FATHER & GENERAL/GROUNDSMAN will not be called to all rehearsals. We encourage actors with minor conflicts to still submit!
Performances:
Friday, September 11th, 5:30pm
Saturday, September 17th, 5:30pm
Saturday, September 19th, 1:00pm
Saturday, September 26, 1:00pm
Location: Skinner Studio at Plays and Players
1714 Delancey St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Run Time: 80 minutes, no intermission
Character Breakdowns:
FATHER
Controlling, domineering, and devout. Father is a congregationalist minister whose power, status, and income are diminishing due to societal change. Unwavering in his views and values.
Seeking a performer of any ethnicity and gender to play a cis-man anywhere between 40 and 60 years old; comfort with heightened text, movement, and physical theatre. Singing and/or instrumental ability is a plus, but not required.
GENERAL/GROUNDSMAN
General: Heartbroken and intense. We meet the General after his daughter has been murdered under inexplicable and disturbing circumstances. Determined to avenge her death.
Groundsman: Meek and mild. A groundsworker who is part of the parsonage’s household staff in 1872
Seeking a performer of any ethnicity and gender who can play a cis-man anywhere between 40 and 60 years old; open to an androgynous embodiment; comfort with heightened text, movement, and physical theatre. Singing and/or instrumental ability is a plus, but not required.
My Carmilla is committed to diverse and inclusive casting that reflects our community and the show’s themes. BIPOC and genderqueer performers are encouraged to submit.
Complete the submission form by Friday, July 24th at 11:59PM.
Please submit a 1-2 minute monologue. We encourage actors to submit using any text that moves them!
Optional: If applicable, include a video demonstrating vocal, instrumental and/or movement ability.
For more information visit mycarmillatheplay.com or email [email protected]
