west side story - live in concert
Rogue Productions is now casting its upcoming production of West Side Story - Live in Concert featuring the Tutta Musica Orchestra.
Seeking strong singer/actors for named roles and strong dancers for ensemble.
We are especially seeking Latinx & BIPOC performers for this concert production of West Side Story, and strongly encourage artists from these communities to audition. This is a priority for us as we work to authentically represent the world of the show and honour its cultural roots.
Rehearsals will be happening in Fredericton, NB while performances will take place in Saint Andrews, NB.
Seeking Non-Union and CAEA talent.
CAEA DOT Agreement available for certain roles OR honorarium for non-union talent.
Local housing provided in St. Andrews for show dates.
SYNOPSIS
Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet is transported to modern-day New York City as two young, idealistic lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs, the "American" Jets and the Puerto Rican Sharks. Their struggle to survive in a world of hate, violence and prejudice is one of the most innovative, heart-wrenching and relevant musical dramas of our time.
CREATIVE TEAM
Director: Tony LePage
Conductor: Tony Delgado
Music Supervisor: Michael Doherty
Assistant Director: Lucas Gutiérrez-Robert
Choreographer: Camila Vásquez
Producer and Casting Director: Courtney LePage
OUTSIDE PRODUCTION DATES:
Initial self-tapes due: March 30th, 2026
In-person callbacks: April 4th, 2026
First rehearsal: Week of April 20th, 2026
Tech: July 7-9th, 2026
Performances at the KIRA Ampitheatre
July 10th - 6pm
July 11th - 1pm & 6pm
July 12th - Rain Date
Potential extension to July 19th
APRIL MUSIC REHEARSALS (solos and small groups):
Mondays: 5:30-8:30pm
MAY-JUNE:
Twice weekly (likely one weeknight and weekend day)
Call times will be staggered based on production needs and around availability.
AUDITION INFO:
SELF-TAPES are now being accepted.
Please email your audition submission to info@rogueproductions.ca. Subject line WSS_Role_Your Name.
Deadline to submit an initial self-tape is Monday, March 30th at 6pm. In-person callbacks/appointments will be held on Saturday, April 4th with show material.
WHAT TO PREPARE FOR THE SELF-TAPE AUDITION:
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In your self-tape, please introduce yourself and the role(s) you'd like to be considered for. Please tell us your height, union status (if applicable) and if you can be local to Fredericton, NB.
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SINGER-ACTORS: Please include a video of you singing a short song (less than a minute) of your choosing in the style of the show (Golden Age Broadway).
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NON SINGING DANCERS: There may be some dance features, so please submit your information and any video footage you might have showcasing your dance abilities.
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Please include any resume/headshot or website you may have. If you have any other footage of you singing and/or dancing, please send it along as well - we want to meet you!
Callbacks and in-person appointments will be held on Saturday, April 4th at the discretion of the artistic team and may only require certain individuals. You may also be asked to come for a dance/movement call on April 4th. Callbacks are not an indication of whether you will be cast in the show, or if you are up for receiving a specific role in the production.
Please note that we will NOT be accepting audition applications from those under 18 years of age.
SEEKING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:
Tony: Male presenting, 20 to 30, a romantic young man with a troubled past and former leader of the Jets, he is actively working towards a 'new life'. Tony finds himself violently torn between his friendships and love. Falls in love with Maria and meets an untimely death.
Vocal range top: Bb4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Riff: Male presenting, 20 to 30, a spritely and quick-tempered leader. He seeks to eliminate the Sharks and establish his own gang's dominance. Tony's best friend and loyal to the end, he is eventually killed by Bernardo.
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Bernardo: Male presenting, 25-35, a proud, strong Puerto Rican man. Bernardo seeks to carve out territory as a sense of identity for himself, his friends and his family. Maria's brother and Anita's boyfriend. Leader of the Sharks.
Vocal range top: Eb4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Maria: Female presenting, 18-21, a hopeful romantic and innocent-but-intentional girl, anxious to start her new life in America. She falls in love with Tony and finds herself at the center of the violent conflict between the two gangs. Bernardo's sister. Character is Puerto Rican.
Vocal range top: C6
Vocal range bottom: Bb3
Anita: Female presenting, 25-30, feisty, strong, intelligent and assertive. She dispenses "older sister" advice to Maria and tries to shield her from the dangers of the gangs. Bernardo's girlfriend and Maria's friend. Character is Puerto Rican.
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: F3
Chino: Male presenting, 20-25, a soft spoken and unassuming young man. A quietly turbulent and, at times, naive Shark who turns murderous and vengeful. Suitor to Maria and friend of Bernardo's. Character is Puerto Rican.
Anybodys: Female presenting, 18-25, a spunky, loyal tomboy who is desperate to become a member of the Jets. The other Jets mock her for her ambitions, but generally appreciate her company. Full of energy and heart.
Doc: Male or Female presenting, 60-75, the owner of the candy store where the Jets hang out. They try to guide the Jets youthful angst and provides a safe haven for Tony. 'Old fashioned' but wise in their ways.
Schrank: Male presenting, 40-55, a local police detective frustrated by the ongoing violence between the Jets and Sharks. Blunt, brash, and unapologetic.
Krupke: Male presenting, 30-60, the local beat cop. He has no patience for the gang's conflict and tries to keep tensions from erupting between them. Regularly mocked by the local gangs.
Ensemble: Jets, Sharks, Jet Girls, Shark Girls