2024 Season Auditions
Auditions dates: April 14 | April 21 | April 28, 2024
AUDITION INFO: Auditions by appointment only.
Sign up: Motown Audition Sign up form below
2nd option: Email our Artistic Director duvalldee@gmail.com or Talent Director kilaj.adams@gmail.com
Sign up: Motown Audition Sign up form below
2nd option: Email our Artistic Director duvalldee@gmail.com or Talent Director kilaj.adams@gmail.com
CASTING CALL**
"A Night of Motown": A high energy tribute to Motown Music Artist.
We are currently seeking African American Male and female singers, ages 20 and up with exceptional voices, a good ear for harmony and the ability to dance to choreographed sequences are A MUST!
"A Night of Motown": A high energy tribute to Motown Music Artist.
We are currently seeking African American Male and female singers, ages 20 and up with exceptional voices, a good ear for harmony and the ability to dance to choreographed sequences are A MUST!
A Night of Motown is a high-energy tribute show jam packed with all of Motown’s biggest hits, with stunning vocals and amazing live band, celebrating the music of the iconic and timeless Motown era. Undoubtedly the golden era of music, the show pays tribute to the legendary artists that appeared on the Motown label at that time.
Get ready to be wowed with a song list that won’t fail to have you up and out of your seats and dancing in the aisles. Make it a night to remember with the music authentic to the Motown label from artists such as Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, Smokey Robinson, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves, The Temptations, The Jackson Five and many more!
Get ready to be wowed with a song list that won’t fail to have you up and out of your seats and dancing in the aisles. Make it a night to remember with the music authentic to the Motown label from artists such as Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, Smokey Robinson, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves, The Temptations, The Jackson Five and many more!
Rehearsal Dates:
Main rehearsals begin:
April 28, 2024 - Performance Dates July 20-21, 2024
Rehearsal Schedule Breakdown: To Be Provided
(1-2 days only per week leading up to Tech)
Tech Week Is Mandatory:
Week One: 07/07, 07/09, 07/11
Week Two: Tech week - 07/16, 07/17, 07/18
Performance Days: Saturday, July 20 & Sunday, July 21, 2024
Synopsis:
Set off on a musical journey through time as you tap your feet to the tunes that moved the nation in the 60s and ’70s. Live from the Motor City "A Night of Motown brings you hits from all the Motown Faves like Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, the Temptations, Smokey Robinson, The Jackson 5 and more... This original script will display a short production of an "Awards Night" to the stage, celebrating the history of a genre that brought new life and rhythm to the American music scene.
Travel back to the swinging ’60s & 70's, a time when music broke down social barriers, changed lives, and brought Americans together over a shared love of soulful songs. Learn the story of Berry Gordy, whose Detroit recording studio put some of the last century’s biggest musical names on the global radar. What would an Award Ceremony reveal if specific to only Motown Artists... Don't miss this original show with scripted scenes and that Magical Motown Sound!
Main rehearsals begin:
April 28, 2024 - Performance Dates July 20-21, 2024
Rehearsal Schedule Breakdown: To Be Provided
(1-2 days only per week leading up to Tech)
Tech Week Is Mandatory:
Week One: 07/07, 07/09, 07/11
Week Two: Tech week - 07/16, 07/17, 07/18
Performance Days: Saturday, July 20 & Sunday, July 21, 2024
Synopsis:
Set off on a musical journey through time as you tap your feet to the tunes that moved the nation in the 60s and ’70s. Live from the Motor City "A Night of Motown brings you hits from all the Motown Faves like Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, the Temptations, Smokey Robinson, The Jackson 5 and more... This original script will display a short production of an "Awards Night" to the stage, celebrating the history of a genre that brought new life and rhythm to the American music scene.
Travel back to the swinging ’60s & 70's, a time when music broke down social barriers, changed lives, and brought Americans together over a shared love of soulful songs. Learn the story of Berry Gordy, whose Detroit recording studio put some of the last century’s biggest musical names on the global radar. What would an Award Ceremony reveal if specific to only Motown Artists... Don't miss this original show with scripted scenes and that Magical Motown Sound!
Auditions dates: Sunday, June 2
DREAMGIRLS: Audition coming June of 2024
The story follows the dreams and aspirations of a young female singing group who aspire to make it to the top. They finally realize their dreams and become superstars.
AUDITION INFO: Auditions by appointment only.
Sign up: email our Artistic Director duvalldee@gmail.com or
Talent Director kilaj.adams@gmail.com
APPOINTMENTS: For convenience we are offering limited appointment time slots. Please make a note of your appointment time and date as you may not receive a reminder. Audition slots are limited, first-come, first-served.
AUDITIONS:
Seeking: Equity, and Non-Equity (with experience only) Actors/Singer/of all types/ 18 yrs age or older preferred
WHAT TO PREPARE: Experience is required for this Musical
1.) Must have a headshot (or recent photo),
2.) Actors/Singers Resume of stage or performing experience.
3.) Please prepare 8-16 Bars a of a musical selection from the score in the style of the musical which displays the strength of your vocal talents & abilities (All songs will be performed acapella)
4.) Prepare to read a side from the script provided by the Directors in Character of desired role.
5.) **Technical Dancer** Prepare 1-2 min routine of professional dance techniques inclusive of patterns, combinations of jumps, turns, with proper prep (no Hip Hop please) to a song from the Musical. Audition should reflect dancers experience in: Contemporary, Jazz, Ballet, & Freestyle (Preferred Songs: Step Into the Bad Side or One Night Only)
The story follows the dreams and aspirations of a young female singing group who aspire to make it to the top. They finally realize their dreams and become superstars.
AUDITION INFO: Auditions by appointment only.
Sign up: email our Artistic Director duvalldee@gmail.com or
Talent Director kilaj.adams@gmail.com
APPOINTMENTS: For convenience we are offering limited appointment time slots. Please make a note of your appointment time and date as you may not receive a reminder. Audition slots are limited, first-come, first-served.
AUDITIONS:
Seeking: Equity, and Non-Equity (with experience only) Actors/Singer/of all types/ 18 yrs age or older preferred
WHAT TO PREPARE: Experience is required for this Musical
1.) Must have a headshot (or recent photo),
2.) Actors/Singers Resume of stage or performing experience.
3.) Please prepare 8-16 Bars a of a musical selection from the score in the style of the musical which displays the strength of your vocal talents & abilities (All songs will be performed acapella)
4.) Prepare to read a side from the script provided by the Directors in Character of desired role.
5.) **Technical Dancer** Prepare 1-2 min routine of professional dance techniques inclusive of patterns, combinations of jumps, turns, with proper prep (no Hip Hop please) to a song from the Musical. Audition should reflect dancers experience in: Contemporary, Jazz, Ballet, & Freestyle (Preferred Songs: Step Into the Bad Side or One Night Only)
The Star cast will feature:
Leading Cast
Character Breakdown
EFFIE WHITE – Black female. 20s-30s
Vibrant young woman who is as oversized in talent as she is in person.
DEENA JONES – Black female, 20s-30s.
The young, thin, beautiful member of the dreams. Happy singing backup to Effie until Curtis puts her in the lead and grooms her as the star of the group
LORRELL ROBINSON – Black female, 20s-30s. The third member of The Dreams. Sexy, flirtatious girl from the projects of Detroit who has been singing with her best friends Effie and Deena for years.
CURTIS TAYLOR, JR. – Black male, 30-40. Handsome, and very sexy. Slick car salesman who becomes The Dreams’ manager. Has an appreciation of R & B music and a sense of what it sells
JAMES “THUNDER” EARLY – Black, 30-40. James Brown-like R & B star.
C.C. WHITE – Black male, 20s-30s. Effie’s songwriter brother; writes all The Dreams hit songs.
MICHELE MORRIS – African American woman, 20s. Effie’s replacement in The Dreams.
MARTY – African American man, 30s-50s.
Supporting Cast
Dave
Charlene
Joann
Little Albert/Frank
Tiny Joe Dixon/Security Guard
Wayne/MC
Stepp Sisters
Sweethearts
Ensemble Cast
Leading Cast
Character Breakdown
EFFIE WHITE – Black female. 20s-30s
Vibrant young woman who is as oversized in talent as she is in person.
DEENA JONES – Black female, 20s-30s.
The young, thin, beautiful member of the dreams. Happy singing backup to Effie until Curtis puts her in the lead and grooms her as the star of the group
LORRELL ROBINSON – Black female, 20s-30s. The third member of The Dreams. Sexy, flirtatious girl from the projects of Detroit who has been singing with her best friends Effie and Deena for years.
CURTIS TAYLOR, JR. – Black male, 30-40. Handsome, and very sexy. Slick car salesman who becomes The Dreams’ manager. Has an appreciation of R & B music and a sense of what it sells
JAMES “THUNDER” EARLY – Black, 30-40. James Brown-like R & B star.
C.C. WHITE – Black male, 20s-30s. Effie’s songwriter brother; writes all The Dreams hit songs.
MICHELE MORRIS – African American woman, 20s. Effie’s replacement in The Dreams.
MARTY – African American man, 30s-50s.
Supporting Cast
Dave
Charlene
Joann
Little Albert/Frank
Tiny Joe Dixon/Security Guard
Wayne/MC
Stepp Sisters
Sweethearts
Ensemble Cast
Performance Schedule
September 14 - September 29, 2024
Saturdays* at 7:30pm
Sundays* at 4:00pm
Saturday: Option to add a 2pm matinee.
September 14 - September 29, 2024
Saturdays* at 7:30pm
Sundays* at 4:00pm
Saturday: Option to add a 2pm matinee.
Advance Theatre Classes and Specialty Workshops runs a range of evening, weekend and weekday creative classes. Open to everyone ages 16 and up.
REGISTER TODAY!!!
DREAMGIRLS WORKSHOP
Online Registration Inquiry
For More Info: trina@ipacindy or kaidydidproductions@gmail.com
Phone: 317-294-7005
Phone: 317-294-7005
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BLACK LIVES MATTER!
Black Lives Matter. These are heavy words, laden with compounded historical injustice. We stand beside those lives and at the bravery it takes to end inequality. Black Theatre Matters as our society and communities of Artists deserve to be supported at every single moment. Those of us with privilege and power must actively seek change in the Arts Sector. This begins with listening, educating, and protecting our Heritage. This work can be difficult and uncomfortable, we are advocates to bridge the gap and stand united with all Artists who support this movement -- the option "not to" is incognizance.
- Trina Dingle, Executive/CEO, Dee DuVall- Artistic Directors & Kila J. Adams -Talent Director & IPAC Board of Directors-
Black Lives Matter. These are heavy words, laden with compounded historical injustice. We stand beside those lives and at the bravery it takes to end inequality. Black Theatre Matters as our society and communities of Artists deserve to be supported at every single moment. Those of us with privilege and power must actively seek change in the Arts Sector. This begins with listening, educating, and protecting our Heritage. This work can be difficult and uncomfortable, we are advocates to bridge the gap and stand united with all Artists who support this movement -- the option "not to" is incognizance.
- Trina Dingle, Executive/CEO, Dee DuVall- Artistic Directors & Kila J. Adams -Talent Director & IPAC Board of Directors-