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CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS NOTICE - PLEIADES THEATRE - TORONTO, ON
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Production name: Developmental Workshop of 'The Post Office' by
Rabindranath Tagore
Audition date: 08/16/2010
Audition date 2: 08/17/2010
Audition date 3: 08/18/2010
Deadline to submit: 08/06/2010
Email applications to: Lauren Brotman: outreach at pleiadestheatre.org
Contact name: Lauren Brotman
Contact email: outreach at pleiadestheatre.org
Contact phone: 416.203.1227
Engager Website: www.pleiadestheatre.org

Ethno-cultural mandate or ethno-cultural casting statement:
We are seeking 8 actors in total, at least 3 of whom will play double
roles; we want diversity in the cast, with South Asians likely playing
the three leads, namely the boy (Amal), his uncle (Madhab Dhutta) and
the flowergirl (Sudha.) There will be an Indian choreographer (Hari
Krishnan) and composer (Debashis Sinha), and director John Van Burek.
All the actors will be called upon to dance and play some kind of
musical instrument(s). They are not expected to know Indian dance or
music but should be prepared to learn elements of these in the course of
the workshop. 

Additional information:
Pleiades is casting Fall workshop of 'The Post Office' by Rabindranath
Tagore. A young ill boy, confined to a bed by his window in his uncle's
home, is visited by passersby. As he weakens, casts his spirit out to
the world.

Amal, 9-12, boy in failing health, innocent, full of curiosity and a
love of life

Madhab Dutta, 40-55, childless until he adopted Amal, a successful
businessman in a small town, kindly, devoted to Amal.

Sudha, 13-15, flower seller's daughter, who gathers flowers in the
forest to make garlands; spiritually closest to Amal.

Healer, 40-60, a conservative "doctor". Swears by ancient texts.

Curdseller, 30-50, itinerant who delights in his trade and sings to sell
his wares.

Guard, 30-45, man of local authority, kindly demeanour.

Old Man/Fakir, 50-70, spiritual, playful, comes to visit disguised as an
ascetic.

Village Headman, 40-60, local of self-proclaimed importance.

Royal Messenger, 20-50, voice and representative of the Raj or King.

Royal Healer, 30-50, spiritual and medical representative of the Raj,
guides final proceedings in Amal's life.

Interested actors should forward cover letter detailing role(s) they are
interested in,  recent headshot, resume with email address and CAEA
status to:

Lauren Brotman
outreach at pleiadestheatre.org

Deadline: Friday, August 6, 5pm. 

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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