Casting Call for Theatre

This project is accepting online auditions for the roles listed below.

Project Details
Project Title
The Wiz - A BRG Mainstage Production
Casting Agent/Contact
Sean Scott
Project Type
Theatre
Union Status
Non-Union
Usage/Run
3 Consecutive Weekends 12/01/17 – 12/03/17 12/08/17 – 12/10/17 12/15/17 – 12/17/17
Shoot Dates
TBD
Shoot Location
3201 Adeline Street, Berkeley, CA 94703
Description/Notes
Join us on the BRG Mainstage for a timeless family classic “The Wiz”. This is a joyous production that is filled with character actors that will bring the wonder and amazement of the “The Wiz” to the BRG stage. Singing and dancing are required for most roles.

All of our actors are volunteers from the local community and performances are an act of charity. All of our performances are fundraisers for the programs and services we offer the community.
Project posted on 16/10/17
Available Roles

  • Aunt Em - Female / Principal / African American / 40-65

    Dorothy's Aunt. The family matriarch. She is hosting holiday dinner for their large family. Singing is required for this role.
    Type
    Principal
    Union
    Non-Union
    Paying?
    No - 0.00
    Spot/Episode
    Role Gender
    Female
    Age Range
    40-65
    Ethnic Appearance
    African American
    Role Description
    Dorothy's Aunt. The family matriarch. She is hosting holiday dinner for their large family. Singing is required for this role.
    Nudity?
    No
    Sexual Situations?
    No: No
    Wardrobe
    Sunday Best Attire. Wardrobe is provided.
    Accepts Video Submissions?
    Yes View Sides & Audition Instructions
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    Submit Audition

  • Crow #1 & Cheetah - Male / Special / African American / 18-45

    Double Cast. 1.Crow #1 – is part of a gang of bullying crows to the Scarecrow. They are mean and pester the Scarecrow with their slapstick humor for fun and amusement. Character actor. 2. Cheetah. The head of the Flying Monkey's; the henchmen for Evilene. Singing and dancing are required for this role.
    Type
    Special
    Union
    Non-Union
    Paying?
    No - 0.00
    Spot/Episode
    Role Gender
    Male
    Age Range
    18-45
    Ethnic Appearance
    African American
    Role Description
    Double Cast. 1.Crow #1 – is part of a gang of bullying crows to the Scarecrow. They are mean and pester the Scarecrow with their slapstick humor for fun and amusement. Character actor. 2. Cheetah. The head of the Flying Monkey's; the henchmen for Evilene. Singing and dancing are required for this role.
    Nudity?
    No
    Sexual Situations?
    No: No
    Wardrobe
    Wardrobe Crow - Tattered street attire, crow wings and mask. Cheetah - Possible monkey mask or makeup and wings, motorcycle leather attire or street clothes. Wardrobe is provided.
    Accepts Video Submissions?
    Yes View Sides & Audition Instructions
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  • Crow #2 & Flying Monkey #2 - Male / Special / African American / 18-45

    Double Cast. 1. Crow #2 – is a part of a gang bullying crows to the Scarecrow. They are mean and pester the Scarecrow with their slapstick humor for fun and amusement. Character Actor. 2. Flying Monkey #2 – Henchman for Evilene. Singing and dancing are required for this role.
    Type
    Special
    Union
    Non-Union
    Paying?
    No - 0.00
    Spot/Episode
    Role Gender
    Male
    Age Range
    18-45
    Ethnic Appearance
    African American
    Role Description
    Double Cast. 1. Crow #2 – is a part of a gang bullying crows to the Scarecrow. They are mean and pester the Scarecrow with their slapstick humor for fun and amusement. Character Actor. 2. Flying Monkey #2 – Henchman for Evilene. Singing and dancing are required for this role.
    Nudity?
    No
    Sexual Situations?
    No: No
    Wardrobe
    Crow #2 - Tattered street attire, crow wings and mask. Flying Monkey #2 - Possible monkey mask or makeup and wings, motorcycle leather attire or street clothes. Wardrobe is provided.
    Accepts Video Submissions?
    Yes View Sides & Audition Instructions
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    Submit Audition

  • Crow #3 & Flying Monkey #3 - Male / Special / African American / 18-45

    Double Cast. 1. Crow #3 – is a part of a gang bullying crows to the Scarecrow. They are mean and pester the Scarecrow with their slapstick humor for fun and amusement. Character Actor. 2. Flying Monkey #3 – Henchman for Evilene. Singing and dancing are required for this role.
    Type
    Special
    Union
    Non-Union
    Paying?
    No - 0.00
    Spot/Episode
    Role Gender
    Male
    Age Range
    18-45
    Ethnic Appearance
    African American
    Role Description
    Double Cast. 1. Crow #3 – is a part of a gang bullying crows to the Scarecrow. They are mean and pester the Scarecrow with their slapstick humor for fun and amusement. Character Actor. 2. Flying Monkey #3 – Henchman for Evilene. Singing and dancing are required for this role.
    Nudity?
    No
    Sexual Situations?
    No: No
    Wardrobe
    Wardrobe Crow #3 - Tattered street attire, crow wings and mask. Flying Monkey #3 - Possible monkey mask or makeup and wings, motorcycle leather attire or street clothes. Wardrobe is provided.
    Accepts Video Submissions?
    Yes View Sides & Audition Instructions
    View All Role Details
    Submit Audition

  • Crow #4 & Flying Monkey #4 - Male / Special / African American / 18-45

    Double Cast. 1. Crow #4 – is a part of a gang bullying crows to the Scarecrow. They are mean and pester the Scarecrow with their slapstick humor for fun and amusement. Character Actor. 2. Flying Monkey #4 – Henchman for Evilene. Singing and dancing are required for this role.
    Type
    Special
    Union
    Non-Union
    Paying?
    No - 0.00
    Spot/Episode
    Role Gender
    Male
    Age Range
    18-45
    Ethnic Appearance
    African American
    Role Description
    Double Cast. 1. Crow #4 – is a part of a gang bullying crows to the Scarecrow. They are mean and pester the Scarecrow with their slapstick humor for fun and amusement. Character Actor. 2. Flying Monkey #4 – Henchman for Evilene. Singing and dancing are required for this role.
    Nudity?
    No
    Sexual Situations?
    No: No
    Wardrobe
    Wardrobe Crow #4 - Tattered street attire, crow wings and mask. Flying Monkey #4 - Possible monkey mask or makeup and wings, motorcycle leather attire or street clothes. Wardrobe is provided.
    Accepts Video Submissions?
    Yes View Sides & Audition Instructions
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    Submit Audition

  • Dancing Chorus - Male or Female / Special / African American / 16-45

    Multiple dance scenes and costume changes. Chorus sings and dances throughout the show playing the following characters: Munchkins, Kalidahs, Winkies, Subway Dancers, Em City Dancers. Singing and various dance styles (Jazz, Modern, Ballet, African) are required for this role. 8 to 12 people.
    Type
    Special
    Union
    Non-Union
    Paying?
    No - 0.00
    Spot/Episode
    Role Gender
    Male or Female
    Age Range
    16-45
    Ethnic Appearance
    African American
    Role Description
    Multiple dance scenes and costume changes. Chorus sings and dances throughout the show playing the following characters: Munchkins, Kalidahs, Winkies, Subway Dancers, Em City Dancers. Singing and various dance styles (Jazz, Modern, Ballet, African) are required for this role. 8 to 12 people.
    Nudity?
    No
    Sexual Situations?
    No: No
    Wardrobe
    Wardrobe is provided.
    Accepts Video Submissions?
    Yes View Sides & Audition Instructions
    View All Role Details
    Submit Audition

  • Dorothy - Female / Principal / African American / 18-35

    Strong singing voice. Dorothy's character starts out very timid and withdrawn. She discovers her strength and courage along her adventure. Dorothy is the main protagonist of the plot. Singing and dancing are required for this role.
    Type
    Principal
    Union
    Non-Union
    Paying?
    No
    Spot/Episode
    Role Gender
    Female
    Age Range
    18-35
    Ethnic Appearance
    African American
    Role Description
    Strong singing voice. Dorothy's character starts out very timid and withdrawn. She discovers her strength and courage along her adventure. Dorothy is the main protagonist of the plot. Singing and dancing are required for this role.
    Nudity?
    No
    Sexual Situations?
    No: No
    Wardrobe
    Dinner dress and dress shoes. Wardrobe is provided.
    Accepts Video Submissions?
    Yes View Sides & Audition Instructions
    View All Role Details
    Submit Audition

  • Evilene - Female / Principal / African American / 30-50

    Strong character actor. She is bold and brash. Evilene commands the stage with a posture that should intimidate her servants and all those she comes in contact with. She talks mean and looks even meaner. She enjoys using her whip as a scare tactic to punish. Evilene is the antagonist of the plot. Singing is required for this role.
    Type
    Principal
    Union
    Non-Union
    Paying?
    No - 0.00
    Spot/Episode
    Role Gender
    Female
    Age Range
    30-50
    Ethnic Appearance
    African American
    Role Description
    Strong character actor. She is bold and brash. Evilene commands the stage with a posture that should intimidate her servants and all those she comes in contact with. She talks mean and looks even meaner. She enjoys using her whip as a scare tactic to punish. Evilene is the antagonist of the plot. Singing is required for this role.
    Nudity?
    No
    Sexual Situations?
    No: No
    Wardrobe
    Bold Dress. Preferred "ugly" ballroom gown. Whip. Wardrobe is provided.
    Accepts Video Submissions?
    Yes View Sides & Audition Instructions
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    Submit Audition

  • Gatekeeper - Male / Principal / African American / 18-65

    The Gatekeeper is the front line of defense for “The Wiz” and Em City. He is very rude and condescending when he speaks to Dorothy and friends.
    Type
    Principal
    Union
    Non-Union
    Paying?
    No - 0.00
    Spot/Episode
    Role Gender
    Male
    Age Range
    18-65
    Ethnic Appearance
    African American
    Role Description
    The Gatekeeper is the front line of defense for “The Wiz” and Em City. He is very rude and condescending when he speaks to Dorothy and friends.
    Nudity?
    No
    Sexual Situations?
    No: No
    Wardrobe
    3 Piece Suit. Wardrobe is provided.
    Accepts Video Submissions?
    Yes View Sides & Audition Instructions
    View All Role Details
    Submit Audition

  • Glinda - Female / Principal / African American / 40-65

    The Good Witch. She is elegant and delicate. She is dressed and ready for a royal ballroom affair. Glinda is confident, peaceful and graceful. Moves like she's floating on air. Singing is required for this role.
    Type
    Principal
    Union
    Non-Union
    Paying?
    No - 0.00
    Spot/Episode
    Role Gender
    Female
    Age Range
    40-65
    Ethnic Appearance
    African American
    Role Description
    The Good Witch. She is elegant and delicate. She is dressed and ready for a royal ballroom affair. Glinda is confident, peaceful and graceful. Moves like she's floating on air. Singing is required for this role.
    Nudity?
    No
    Sexual Situations?
    No: No
    Wardrobe
    Elegant ballroom gown. Crown and magic wand. Wardrobe is provided.
    Accepts Video Submissions?
    Yes View Sides & Audition Instructions
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    Submit Audition

  • Lion - Male / Principal / African American / 18-55

    Fleetwood Coupe de Ville. The king of the jungle with no courage. Fleetwood is a boastful character until his fear kicks in and he scatters like a kitten. A character actor with a strong singing voice. Singing and dancing are required for this role.
    Type
    Principal
    Union
    Non-Union
    Paying?
    No - 0.00
    Spot/Episode
    Role Gender
    Male
    Age Range
    18-55
    Ethnic Appearance
    African American
    Role Description
    Fleetwood Coupe de Ville. The king of the jungle with no courage. Fleetwood is a boastful character until his fear kicks in and he scatters like a kitten. A character actor with a strong singing voice. Singing and dancing are required for this role.
    Nudity?
    No
    Sexual Situations?
    No: No
    Wardrobe
    Full Body Lion Suit/Costume. Wardrobe is provided.
    Accepts Video Submissions?
    Yes View Sides & Audition Instructions
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  • Miss One - Female / Principal / African American / 25-60

    Strong character actor. A colorful witch in Oz. She is a jazzy, rapping, tapping, swinging lady. She is bigger than life and exudes energy and happiness. Very playful in her interaction with the Munchkins. Singing and dancing are required for this role.
    Type
    Principal
    Union
    Non-Union
    Paying?
    No - 0.00
    Spot/Episode
    Role Gender
    Female
    Age Range
    25-60
    Ethnic Appearance
    African American
    Role Description
    Strong character actor. A colorful witch in Oz. She is a jazzy, rapping, tapping, swinging lady. She is bigger than life and exudes energy and happiness. Very playful in her interaction with the Munchkins. Singing and dancing are required for this role.
    Nudity?
    No
    Sexual Situations?
    No: No
    Wardrobe
    Very colorful and fluffy dress with numbers and junk attached to the outfit. A magic number wand. Wardrobe is provided.
    Accepts Video Submissions?
    Yes View Sides & Audition Instructions
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  • Scarecrow - Male / Principal / African American / 18-35

    Character actor with a strong singing voice. The Scarecrow is a shy character, that does not think very highly of himself. He lacks his self-confidence. He spends most days tormented by the Crows. Singing and dancing are required for this role.
    Type
    Principal
    Union
    Non-Union
    Paying?
    No - 0.00
    Spot/Episode
    Role Gender
    Male
    Age Range
    18-35
    Ethnic Appearance
    African American
    Role Description
    Character actor with a strong singing voice. The Scarecrow is a shy character, that does not think very highly of himself. He lacks his self-confidence. He spends most days tormented by the Crows. Singing and dancing are required for this role.
    Nudity?
    No
    Sexual Situations?
    No: No
    Wardrobe
    Scarecrow costume. Overalls or 2 piece shirt and pants set. Scarecrow hat. Wardrobe provided,
    Accepts Video Submissions?
    Yes View Sides & Audition Instructions
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  • Subway Peddler - Male / Principal / African American / 18-40

    Comes to encounter Dorothy and Friends along their journey through Oz. Sneaky sly behavior; leads you to believe he's up to no good. Some dancing may be required for this role.
    Type
    Principal
    Union
    Non-Union
    Paying?
    No - 0.00
    Spot/Episode
    Role Gender
    Male
    Age Range
    18-40
    Ethnic Appearance
    African American
    Role Description
    Comes to encounter Dorothy and Friends along their journey through Oz. Sneaky sly behavior; leads you to believe he's up to no good. Some dancing may be required for this role.
    Nudity?
    No
    Sexual Situations?
    No: No
    Wardrobe
    Colorful Street Attire. Wardrobe is provided.
    Accepts Video Submissions?
    Yes View Sides & Audition Instructions
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    Submit Audition

  • The Wiz - Male / Principal / African American / 40-65

    Herman Smith. The head man in charge of Em City. He speaks with a big tone and his reputation speaks for itself. A lost in “Oz” Politician who thinks he can say whatever he wants and get away with it.
    Type
    Principal
    Union
    Non-Union
    Paying?
    No - 0.00
    Spot/Episode
    Role Gender
    Male
    Age Range
    40-65
    Ethnic Appearance
    African American
    Role Description
    Herman Smith. The head man in charge of Em City. He speaks with a big tone and his reputation speaks for itself. A lost in “Oz” Politician who thinks he can say whatever he wants and get away with it.
    Nudity?
    No
    Sexual Situations?
    No: No
    Wardrobe
    Pajama Set and slippers and/or dress suit. Wardrobe is provided.
    Accepts Video Submissions?
    Yes View Sides & Audition Instructions
    View All Role Details
    Submit Audition

  • Tin Man - Male / Principal / African American / 18-50

    Character actor with a strong singing voice. The Tin Man is an exuberant character that has been stuck still too long. He thoroughly enjoys being able to move. Singing and dancing are required for this role.
    Type
    Principal
    Union
    Non-Union
    Paying?
    No - 0.00
    Spot/Episode
    Role Gender
    Male
    Age Range
    18-50
    Ethnic Appearance
    African American
    Role Description
    Character actor with a strong singing voice. The Tin Man is an exuberant character that has been stuck still too long. He thoroughly enjoys being able to move. Singing and dancing are required for this role.
    Nudity?
    No
    Sexual Situations?
    No: No
    Wardrobe
    Silver - Metallic suit. Top Hat and Cane. Wardrobe is provided.
    Accepts Video Submissions?
    Yes View Sides & Audition Instructions
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  • Uncle Henry - Male / Principal / African American / 40-65

    Dorothy's Uncle. He is a confident man of the house. He thoroughly is enjoying his time with the family. Singing is required for this role.
    Type
    Principal
    Union
    Non-Union
    Paying?
    No
    Spot/Episode
    Role Gender
    Male
    Age Range
    40-65
    Ethnic Appearance
    African American
    Role Description
    Dorothy's Uncle. He is a confident man of the house. He thoroughly is enjoying his time with the family. Singing is required for this role.
    Nudity?
    No
    Sexual Situations?
    No: No
    Wardrobe
    Sunday Best Attire. Wardrobe is provided.
    Accepts Video Submissions?
    Yes View Sides & Audition Instructions
    View All Role Details
    Submit Audition
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