AUDITIONS

Open to anyone over  the age of 15 - We strongly believe that diversity of all kinds contributes to a broader theatrical perspective and we warmly encourage applicants from the many diverse communities to audition! 

Audition Details for the Late Spring Production, a partnership with the National Park Service and the Eugene O'Neill Foundation/Tao House in Danville, will be made available on November 13.
This production is directed by Dyan McBride.
Auditions Scheduled for January 2025.
Rehearsals begin in Late March.
Performances May 3-11. 

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About the Show:

Las Positas College (LPC) is thrilled to announce the first theater presentation of Sueños: Our American Musical, an original production by celebrated playwright and composer Jesse J. Sanchez. For more information on the show, visit: http://www.suenosmusical.com/ 

A new original, contemporary musical, celebrating Mexican/Chicano people and cultures and weaves their stories into the fabric of the American Musical Theatre. A powerful score blending Mexican and Latiné influenced
rhythms with traditional musical theatre. SUEÑOS is a Mexican American/Chicano generational story about identity, sacrifice and the American Dream in the late 90’s, while living in the San Francisco Bay Area. The story explores an aspiring classical composer, Ali Viramontes, and his dream of going to Juilliard. With the support of his mother and new friends, he attempts to make his dream come true, even when the odds are stacked against him.

Casting Breakdown Here

A Unique Collaboration with the Community

Sueños marks a significant collaboration between Las Positas College and The Actors Conservatory at LPC, offering students and community members the chance to engage with a work in development that speaks to their own experiences and heritage. This partnership underscores LPC’s commitment to showcasing diverse voices and fostering cultural representation within the arts.

Directed by Karina Gutierrez

Karina Gutiérrez brings her expertise as a director and scholar to this groundbreaking production. Her directorial work has been widely praised for its focus on the intersection of politics and performance, particularly within Chicanx and U.S. Latinx theatre. With a background that includes both academic and professional accolades, Gutiérrez is dedicated to amplifying the voices of underrepresented communities and exploring the narratives that shape their experiences. Her direction of Sueños aims to highlight the nuanced stories of Mexican-American families, ensuring the production’s themes are conveyed with both sensitivity and strength.

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WHEN: 

In Person Auditions are scheduled for Tuesday November 5th, 2024 from 5PM-8PM at Las Positas College, Bldg 4000, 3000 Campus Hill Drive, Livermore, CA 94551

To sign up for a spot, please visit:  https://signup.com/go/ykgoUDr 

Digital Auditions are ACCEPTED no later than 11pm on 11/9 via email submission to Titian Lish at tlish@laspositascollege.edu 

Submissions must be in the form of a link to a digital sharing service, such as Google Drive or Drop box. Do Not send attachments of any kind. Submissions should include:

• Headshot/photo
• Resume/experience
• Monologue Self-Tape
• Song Self-Tape

Callback materials will be made available, if selected, no later than
8PM on 11/10/2024.

In-Person Callbacks are by invitation only on
Tuesday November 12th  beginning at 5:00PM 

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WHAT to Prepare for Auditions:

• 1 minute contemporary monologue, comedic or dramatic
• Resume & Headshot, if you have one
• 32 measure cut from contemporary musical theater
  • Accompaniment provided during auditions

Self-Tapes - if you are looking for assistance with self taping, please join Program Coordinator and Producer Titian Lish for feedback, guidance, and camera/lighting use! Please bring an accompaniment track for your song (live accompaniment not provided at these times). 

Available Times: 11/6  6-8PM and 11/8 12-2PM

Schedule:

January 21-March 13 Tues/Wed/Thurs 7PM-10PM   (Rehearsals)
March 17-20  Mon-Thu  5-11PM (tech week)
March 21-March 30 Fri/Sat/Sun performances
March 30 5-10PM Strike 

**Note: Cast members will be required to enroll in THEA 57 (a/b/c or d) (3 Units) at Las Positas College in Livermore, CA (Approx $150). Scholarships available for demonstrated need. Enrollment must be completed before January 9, 2025 

 

For more questions regarding auditions, or for assistance and guidance in preparations, please contact
Titian Lish at tlish@laspositascollege.edu 

 

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Tips for Success

For more tips on how to prepare for an audition, check out the video series below!