Auditions

AUDITIONS

Constellation Stage & Screen is committed to an inclusive approach to casting. Actors of all types and abilities are encouraged to submit for the role with which they identify. Constellation takes pride in hiring local (Bloomington/Indianapolis-area) artists, but there are occasionally opportunities for non-local guest artists.

Misery Auditions

Misery by William Goldman
Adapted from the novel by Stephen King
Chad Rabinovitz, Director

Based on the Stephen King story and the thrilling film, Misery centers on best-selling writer Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a terrible car accident by his “number one fan” Annie Wilkes. While convalescing in her home, Paul soon discovers that Annie is interested in much more than his recovery and will do anything to get what she wants out of her favorite romance writer.

1st Rehearsal – Jan. 7, 2025
Performances – Jan. 30 – Feb. 16, 2025
Waldron Auditorium

Seeking Local, Equity and Non-Equity actors for the following roles:

ANNIE WILKES – 40’s-60’s, female identified, any race/ethnicity. Annie had a strict religious upbringing that has left her with hardened ideas about right and wrong. She’s a loner with an angry streak, which she covers well by adopting an innocent persona. This is a physically demanding role that requires a lot of fight choreography.

BUSTER – 40’s-60’s, male identified, any race/ethnicity. A small-town Sheriff in a remote part of Colorado. He’s no dummy, but he tries to assume the best of people. This is a minor supporting role.

Auditions for this production will be held by appointment on Tuesday, August 27th. To submit for consideration, please send your headshot, resume and a short note of interest to Kate Galvin, Casting Director – casting@seeconstellation.org. Please use the email subject line “Misery submission”. Submissions are due by Friday 8/23.

The Wizard of Oz Auditions

Constellation Stage & Screen is seeking local actors of all ages for this year’s family holiday musical, The Wizard of Oz. Kate Galvin, Director. DJ Gray, Choreographer. Tommy Bergeron, Musical Director. Open calls will be held for young actors (8-17 yrs old) and adults (18+) on August 22nd and 23rd. These will be singing auditions and will be followed by a dance callback on Saturday the 24th and a final callback for all principal roles on Sunday the 26th.

All roles are available. Character descriptions can be found below (or here). Actors must be fully available for all performances, but Youth Ensemble members will split the performance schedule. Youth Ensemble members will rehearse a few times per week, but will not be called every day until we get close to tech. A draft of the production schedule can be found here.

To sign up for the Youth Auditions (actors aged 8-17), click here. To sign up for the Adult Auditions (actors aged 18+), click here. Questions? Please email Kate Galvin, Casting Director at casting@seeconstellation.org.

The Wizard of Oz
By Frank L. Baum
Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg
Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company

Kate Galvin, Director
DJ Gray, Choreographer
Tommy Bergeron, Musical Director

1st Rehearsal – Nov. 12, 2024
Performances – Dec. 11-29, 2024
Buskirk-Chumley Theater

The classic family film comes to life on the BCT stage this holiday season. After being swept away to the magical land of Oz, Dorothy befriends the Scarecrow, the Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion as she confronts the Wicked Witch of the West and tries to make her way back to Kansas.

Available Roles:

DOROTHY – 18-20 (to read younger), female identified, any race/ethnicity, Mezzo-Soprano. Dorothy has a sweet, innocent presence, which masks a brave and loyal streak. This role may require flying.

AUNT EM/GLINDA – 40’s-50’s, female identified, any race/ethnicity, Soprano. Aunt Em is a tough farmer who doesn’t suffer fools. She loves her niece, but doesn’t tolerate her nonsense. Glinda is the Good Witch of the North, a warm and welcome presence everywhere she goes. This role requires flying.

UNCLE HENRY/EMERALD CITY GUARD – 40’s-50’s, male identified, any race/ethnicity, Baritone or Tenor. Uncle Henry is a farmer who has a soft spot for Dorothy, but always sides with his wife when challenged. Emerald City Guard takes his job seriously and never wants to cross the Wizard.

HUNK/SCARECROW – 20’s-40’s, male identified, any race/ethnicity, Tenor. Hunk is a goofy farmhand who works for the Gales. The Scarecrow quickly befriends Dorothy on the road to Oz. He has more brains than he gives himself credit for. This role calls for an excellent dancer with good comedic instincts.

HICKORY/TIN MAN – 20’s-40’s, male identified, any race/ethnicity, Tenor. Hickory is a cranky, bossy farmhand who works for the Gales. The Tin Man befriends Dorothy on the road to Oz. He has more heart than he gives himself credit for. This role calls for a strong mover with good comedic instincts.

ZEKE/COWARDLY LION – 20’s-40’s, male identified, any race/ethnicity, Tenor. Zeke is a big-talking farmhand who works for the Gales. The Cowardly Lion befriends Dorothy on the road to Oz. He has more courage than he gives himself credit for. This role calls for a strong, physical comedian who sings and moves very well.

MISS GULCH/WICKED WITCH – 30’s-50’s, female identified, any race/ethnicity, Mezzo-Soprano. Miss Gulch lives nearby the Gale family’s farm. She’s got a mean streak and friends in high places. She hates dogs and anyone who gets pleasure out of life. The Wicked Witch is on a mission to avenge her sister’s death after Dorothy kills her by accident. This role requires flying.

PROFESSOR MARVEL/WIZARD – 50’s-60’s, male identified, any race/ethnicity, any vocal part. Professor Marvel is a charlatan who encounters Dorothy when she runs away. He uses trickery to tell her fortune. The Wizard is much the same, a man who has amassed power by pretending to be something he’s not. This role requires flying.

ENSEMBLE – The Adult Ensemble will consist of singer/dancers who will play a variety of minor roles and cover the principal roles listed above.

YOUTH ENSEMBLE – young actors will play Munchkins and appear in a few other large group scenes/songs.