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NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD LIVE AUDITIONS!!!!What is Night of the Living Dead Live?
Night of the Living Dead Live is the official, loving parody of the classic 1968 black and white film, Night of the Living Dead. The stage play largely follows the plot of the film for the first act before veering off into hilariously unexpected places in the second act! We are looking for performers that can embody the spirit of the characters, rather than impersonations. For this reason, talent and versatility will be valued over perceived similarity to the original film actors.
When and where are the auditions?
Location: Irondequoit Library
Space: 1st Floor, Room #113
Date: Saturday, March 9, 2024
Time: 1:00PM - 4:30PM
If you are passionate about this project and unable to attend auditions, please contact me at [email protected]! If we are unfamiliar with your work, interested parties should attach their headshot and resume, and/or video submission. Deadline for these inquiries is Sunday March 3rd.
Other important dates!
Rehearsals will begin in May.
Tech week begins August 4th.
Performance Dates: Aug 9-17th 2024 (fri, sat, sun/ thurs, fri, sat)
Performers must not have conflicts during tech week or performance dates!
How should I prepare for auditions? What do I need to know?
The best way to prepare for the audition is to make sure you are familiar with the original Night of the Living Dead. The original film is public domain and it is available on Youtube here:
Sides of the play will be provided to perform, and there will be a short movement exercise. Those auditioning will also be asked to sing a few bars of a song acapella (even Twinkle Twinkle Little Star will suffice!) Although not a musical, Night of the Living Dead Live contains a simple musical number performed by the core cast. We do not require virtuosos, so please have fun with it!
Important: All cast members will be required to perform basic fight choreography, including simple stage falls, during the production.
Crow City Theatre practices gender neutral, color-conscious, and body-positive casting.
CORE CHARACTERS
Ben - (any age) The “hero” of Night of the Living Dead. Calm, collected and resourceful.
* In the original 1968 film, Ben was portrayed by literature professor and actor Duane Jones. This marked the first time an African American was cast as the star and hero of a horror film. His presence in the film is iconic, and for this reason we are seeking a talented African American performer for the role.
Sheriff McClelland - (any age) Enthusiastic gun toting zombie cleaner-upper. His role in Night of the Living Dead Live is much expanded from the original film.
Barbara - (20-50’s) - Poor Barbara! Traumatized by zombies, she isn’t very useful is she? Comedic role for performer that can make the journey from near catatonic to zombie killing machine!
Harry - (20-40’s) - Married to Helen. Protective family man, but otherwise abrasive, ego-centric, and prejudiced.
Tom - (20-30’s) Extremely good natured and slightly naive boyfriend of Judy.
Helen - (20-40’s) World weary wife of Harry, and tired of putting up with him!
ENSEMBLE CHARACTERS - Characters may be doubled by the “main six” or cast separately depending on strength of auditions. A strictly ensemble performer might play multiple roles.
Judy - (20-30’s) Tom’s girlfriend. Infatuated with her boyfriend.
* Is often portrayed by the same performer as Helen for comedic effect.
Johnny - (20-30’s) Well dressed brother of Barbara. He hates cemeteries, likes candy.
Karen (any age) - A young child. Murderous zombie daughter of Harry and Helen.
Vince (any age)- Assistant of Sheriff McCelland, good ‘ol boy.
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