[e-drive][AUDITION: TORONTO]

[Kaethe Yanovsky]

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"The Adventures of a Black Girl In Search of God"

Producers: Mirvish Productions & Marquis Entertainment
Writer: Djanet Sears
Composers:  Alejandra Nunez & Djanet Sears
Director:  Djanet Sears
Choreographer:  Vivine Scarlett
Casting:  Dayton Walters Casting
Audition Dates:  July 10-12, 2003, Toronto Only
Rehearsals:  Sept. 15-Oct. 26, 2003
Performs:  October 28-March 2004 (final performance to be determined).

This acclaimed masterpiece from Governor General's Award-winning
playwright Djanet Sears, is the story of a remarkable love, an
incredible heist, an extraordinary funeral, and a burning search for
answers to the profound mysteries of being alive.  Set in present-day
Negro Creek, a 200-year-old Ontario Black community, "The Adventures of
a Black Girl in Search of God" recounts the tale of Rainey Baldwin
Johnson, a country doctor struggling to come to terms with the loss of
her child, the break-up of her marriage and the imminent death of her
elderly father, a man on a crusade.

In addition to a cast of inimitable characters, the play also features a
'living set', a 15 piece a capella chorus that forms both the principal
component of the physical set, as well as the non-verbal vocalese
soundscape which underscores the entire story.

This project requires primarily performers who work well in an ensemble
to portray characters of African descent . 

Seeking:

Rainey (Lead), African-Canadian, female, mid thirties-forties.  A
country doctor struggling to come to terms with the tragedies in her
life.  She is highly intelligent, a born storyteller, curious, witty,
pained, stubborn and vulnerable.  Requires a wonderful actress who
sings.

Darese (Supporting), African-Canadian, female, late sixties-seventies.
A member of the infamous "Lotsa Soup Gang", Darese Jordan is an older
but highly energetic woman.  She has a great sense of humour, is covert
in her political activity and a great singer who can still belt out a
solo come church day.

Paramedic, Dr. Radcliffe, Delivery Man, Guard & Chorus (Supporting),
Caucasian Male, thirties-forties.  This role requires a chameleon of
sorts.  An extraordinary character actor with a great sense of timing.
He should have the ability to change personalities and work well in an
ensemble.  Singing and movement skills a plus but not required.

Female Character (Swing) African-Canadian.  The female character swing
will shadow one leading role and three supporting roles.  She should
have the acting range to play a woman in her late thirties to women in
their seventies.  An excellent singing voice is required.

Male Character (Swing) African-Canadian.  The male character swing will
shadow two leading characters and two supporting characters.  He should
have the acting range to play male characters from their late thirties
to seventies.

Dance Ensemble, African-Canadian. Male and female dancers of all ages
familiar with both African and Modern dance styles.  Should be good
actors plus be able to sing. 

Singing Ensemble (African-Canadian).  Male and female singers of all
ages who are also good actors, dancers/movers and have an ability to
sing solos & harmonies in an ensemble.  Also looking for performers
comfortable singing in unusual time signatures.

To be considered, please mail hard copy photo/resumes immediately to:
Dayton/Walters Casting 312 Albany Avenue Toronto, Ontario M5R 3C9


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Equity members will be seen first at all open audition calls. 
Equity members cast in this production will be engaged under an Equity
form of contract. CAEA members: please bring your membership card to the
audition.

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Please direct all responses and inquiries directly to the theatre or
association listed in the e-drive notice.