CASTING NOTICE
“CALIFORNIA” by Trish Harnetiaux
A family road trip takes an unexpected turn when, in the dark of night, on the plains of eastern Oregon, reality splits.
NOTE: the entire play takes place in a car. Basically. You’ll see.
PRODUCTION INFORMATION
PRODUCER: Epic Jones
DIRECTOR: Claire Dahlhauser
STAGE MANGER: Sabine Shen
PRODUCTION TYPE: Non-Equity/Amateur
COMPENSATION: $200 stipend
PERFORMANCE LOCATION
The West Side Show Room
1414 N Main St
Rockford, IL 61103
AUDITION INFORMATION
AUDITION TIMES:
WED Jan 7: 7-9pm
FRI Jan 9: 6-8pm
SAT Jan 10: 1-3pm
CALLBACKS:
MON Jan 12: 7-9pm
PREPARE: One brief monologue, dramatic or comedic. You may be asked to improvise or read sides.
SCRIPTS: To request a perusal copy of the script please email auditions@wssr.org
APPOINTMENTS: To schedule an audition, please fill out an Audition Form. Walk-ins will be seen as time permits.
If you can’t make these times, please get in touch with us at auditions@wssr.org to schedule an alternate time or a zoom audition. Pre-recorded video auditions will also be accepted.
CASTING
We are seeking actors age 13+ of all genders and ethnicities. Character ages are approximate. Adults and teens will be considered for the teen roles.
MOM (40s-50s)
DAD (40s-50s)
ROB (16)
TUCKER (14)
LIZZIE (13)
CONTENT DISCLOSURE
Profanity
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Incidental touching/physical closeness inside a car
Scenes with bright LED Lights, full blackout, and loud sound cues
Active movement and physicality
Lifting/Pushing set pieces
Fight Choreography
Eating/Drinking on stage
A Fight Choreographer and Intimacy Coordinator will be hired for this production.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
MOM
Singing
Plays (or convincingly mimes) ukulele or guitar
DAD
Onstage emotional expression (crying)
ROB
Wears makeup (including eyeliner)
Onstage emotional expression (crying)
TUCKER
Speaks about gore/gruesome subjects
Onstage emotional expression (crying)
LIZZIE
Singing
Brief crawling over another actor
SCHEDULE
Attendance is required at all rehearsals and performances.
REHEARSALS
WED Jan 14: 6-10pm
THU Jan 15: 6-10pm
FRI Jan 16: 6-10pm
SAT Jan 17: 1-5pm
SUN Jan 18: 1-5pm
WED Jan 21: 6-10pm
THU Jan 22: 6-10pm
FRI Jan 23: 6-10pm
SAT Jan 24: 1-5pm
SUN Jan 25: 1-5pm
WED Jan 28: 6-10pm
THU Jan 29: 6-10pm
FRI Jan 30: 6-10pm
SAT Jan 31: 1-5pm
SUN Feb 1: 1-5pm
WED Feb 4: 6-10pm
THU Feb 5: 6-10pm
FRI Feb 6: 6-10pm
SAT Feb 7: 1-5pm
SUN Feb 8: 1-5pm
WED Feb 11: 6-10pm
THU Feb 12: 6-10pm
FRI Feb 13: 6-10pm
TECH
SAT Feb 14: 10am-10pm
SUN Feb 15: 10am-10pm
DRESS
TUE Feb 17: 6pm-11pm DRESS 1
WED Feb 18: 6pm-11pm DRESS 2
THU Feb 19: 6pm-11pm PREVIEW
You are expected to stay after Dress and Preview for notes.
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
FRI Feb 20: 7pm CALL, 8pm SHOW
SAT Feb 21: 7pm CALL, 8pm SHOW
SUN Feb 22: 6pm CALL, 7pm SHOW
THU Feb 26: 6pm CALL, 7pm SHOW (ADD)
FRI Feb 27: 7pm CALL, 8pm SHOW
SAT Feb 28: 1pm CALL, 2pm SHOW
SAT Feb 28: 7pm CALL, 8pm SHOW
SUN Mar 1: 6pm CALL, 7pm SHOW
THU Mar 5: 6pm CALL, 7pm SHOW (ADD)
FRI Mar 6: 7pm CALL, 8pm SHOW
SAT Mar 7: 1pm CALL, 2pm SHOW
SAT Mar 7: 7pm CALL, 8pm SHOW
SUN Mar 8: 6pm CALL, 7pm SHOW
THU Mar 12: 6pm CALL, 7pm SHOW (EXT)
FRI Mar 13: 7pm CALL, 8pm SHOW (EXT)
SAT Mar 14: 1pm CALL, 2pm SHOW (EXT)
SAT Mar 14: 7pm CALL, 8pm SHOW (EXT)
(ADD) indicates possible added performances
(EXT) indicates possible extension performances
Added and extended performance dates are typically announced a 4-7 days in advance.
BRUSH UP REHEARSALS
WED Feb 25: 6-9pm
WED Mar 4: 6-9pm
If Thursday (Add) shows are not added, the Brush Ups will be moved to that Thursday.