Audition Notice

‘Island Song’ by Carner & Gregor

Performances: May 18, 19, 20, 21, 2023

We are looking for a diverse group of actors to represent the New York we see around us.

ABOUT THE SHOW:

Island Song takes us through a year in the lives of seven twenty-and-thirty-somethings living in New York City and the chain of surprising, poignant, and partially random connections that bring them into each other’s spheres at pivotal moments.

It is a poignant, off-beat dramedy with a kinetic pop-rock score (boasting 9 MAC-nominated songs) that premiered at the Adirondack Theatre Festival in 2016. The show has since released a cast album featuring Jeremy Jordan, Jackie Burns, Kimiko Glenn, Lilli Cooper, and Troy Iwata. (Which can be found on Spotify!) It has been performed in London, Tokyo, Singapore, Bologna, Paris, and at dozens of colleges and theatre companies around the US.

Since ‘Island Song’ takes place in NYC, we've booked a warehouse venue space in Bushwick, a thriving artist-filled area of Brooklyn, where we are using a unique set layout, actor interaction, and other immersive elements to drop our audience deeper into the show's story.

Direction: Nick Cartusciello & Music Direction: Lindsay Burstedt

CAST BREAKDOWN: (You can specify which character you resonate with, but we will consider you for all parts.)

  • Jordan – A strong, bold and sexy lawyer. She has a dysfunctional love affair with NYC. She is trying desperately to balance her fear of missing out with the demands of her human relationship. *May kiss and have intimate moments with Will* (Mezzo with a strong belt)

  • Caroline – A young aspiring actress who is looking to find herself in the big city. She is very eager and longs for connection but hasn't yet learned how to fully harness who she is. (Mezzo)

  • Cooper – An aspiring actor who just moved to the city to pursue his dream. A romantic who believes in himself but is a little green to the industry.  He seeks the approval of his family. (Tenor) 

  • Will – An architect and a romantic. He wants nothing more than to take care of those he loves. He misses the small town life and dreams of someday having a family.  *May kiss and have intimate moments with Jordan* (Baritone)

  • Shoshana – A lounge singer who is desperate for love. She is constantly getting in her own way and though she is beginning to lose hope but she is a fighter through and through. (Soprano)

  • Morgan –  A writer who is stuck working a temp job to make ends meet. They have big dreams and always look for inspiration. (mezzo range, all genders considered)

  • Taylor – An aspiring actor working as a server. They have a big personality and do well in whatever they set their mind to. They fall victim to living an easy life. (mezzo range, all genders considered)

  • Stosh, Timo, Wallendia – Three hipsters who find little to no joy in anything even remotely mainstream. Funny and ironic. They will double as “Temps” in the two Temps songs, and sing as ensemble throughout. Ability to play piano, guitar or drums a plus. (all genders considered)

Improv or immersive experience is helpful but not required.

REHEARSAL/PERFORMANCE DATES & LOCATION:

Rehearsals begin March 13th, and will take place Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7-10pm at a rehearsal studio in the Financial District. You may not be called to every rehearsal. Closer to the show, may be adding a few Sunday afternoon rehearsals (late April, early May). Tech Week Sunday May 14- 17th

Runs for 5 performances, May 18-21 in a 3,200sqft warehouse venue space in Bushwick, Brooklyn, two blocks from the Johnson station stop off the L.

HOW TO AUDITION:

This is a non-union show. Please submit a photo/resume and video of you singing a song - at least 32 bars or 1 minute, in the style of the show (Pop/Rock) by Feb 19th at midnight. You are also welcome to submit a song from Island Song! We will contact you if we’d like to see you for the next round of auditions. Please note If you have conflicts with the show schedule. (This is unpaid opportunity. We wish we could pay our actors, but at this stage all of our profits go right back into creating the next show.)


We can’t wait to bring this show back to New York City!

Rooftop Musical Society is fiscally sponsored Project of Fractured Atlas, a non for profit arts service.

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