ATTENTION!
UPDATE Tue, March 23:
We are in need of female actors to finish casting!
If you are, or know someone, who might be interested in auditioning, and can play a female in their 20s, please let them know we've added a 3rd night of auditions:
FRIDAY, March 25 @ 6:30pm in the Fator Studio
We are in need of female actors to finish casting!
If you are, or know someone, who might be interested in auditioning, and can play a female in their 20s, please let them know we've added a 3rd night of auditions:
FRIDAY, March 25 @ 6:30pm in the Fator Studio
Welcome to the WLAC page for Epic Proportions auditions! If you have any questions that are not covered here, please call 903.872.5421 or email info@thewlac.com - THANK YOU & SEE YOU AT AUDITIONS!
Audition Dates: March 25 @6:30pm
Show dates are planned for June 2 - 11, 2022
Show dates are planned for June 2 - 11, 2022
ABOUT EPIC PROPORTIONS
Set in the 1930s, EPIC PROPORTIONS tells the story of two brothers, Benny and Phil, who go to the Arizona desert to be extras in the huge Biblical epic Exeunt Omnes. Things move very quickly in this riotous comedy and before you know it, Phil is directing the movie, and Benny is starring in it. To complicate matters further they both fall in love with Louise, the assistant director in charge of the extras. Along the way there are gladiator battles, the Ten Plagues and a cast of thousands portrayed by four other actors.
Set in the 1930s, EPIC PROPORTIONS tells the story of two brothers, Benny and Phil, who go to the Arizona desert to be extras in the huge Biblical epic Exeunt Omnes. Things move very quickly in this riotous comedy and before you know it, Phil is directing the movie, and Benny is starring in it. To complicate matters further they both fall in love with Louise, the assistant director in charge of the extras. Along the way there are gladiator battles, the Ten Plagues and a cast of thousands portrayed by four other actors.
ABOUT THE PRODUCTION
Epic Proportions is written by Larry Coen and David Crane and will be directed by Petrina Johnson and Sandra Mullenax.
Epic Proportions is written by Larry Coen and David Crane and will be directed by Petrina Johnson and Sandra Mullenax.
AUDITION INFO
Auditions will also consist of cold readings from the script. Scripts are available to check out prior to the auditions from the box office, but please return as soon as you are finished with them; no later than the first audition night March 13.
Auditions will also consist of cold readings from the script. Scripts are available to check out prior to the auditions from the box office, but please return as soon as you are finished with them; no later than the first audition night March 13.
CAST OF CHARACTERS
3 Men, 1 Woman, 4 Extras (Flexible Casting)
3 Men, 1 Woman, 4 Extras (Flexible Casting)
Louise Goldman
Phil Bennet
Benny Bennet
Narrator
D.W. DeWitt
Octavium/Slavemaster/Extra/Egyptian/Queen's Attendant/Cochette's Assistant/Gladiator/Conspirator/Shel/Extra/Second General/Egyptian/Guard/Executioner/Gladiator/Conspirator/Extra/Extra/Egyptian Dancing Girl/The Queen/Cochette
Phil Bennet
Benny Bennet
Narrator
D.W. DeWitt
Octavium/Slavemaster/Extra/Egyptian/Queen's Attendant/Cochette's Assistant/Gladiator/Conspirator/Shel/Extra/Second General/Egyptian/Guard/Executioner/Gladiator/Conspirator/Extra/Extra/Egyptian Dancing Girl/The Queen/Cochette
EPIC PROPORTIONS is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection. (www.dramatists.com)
EPIC PROPORTIONS was produced on Broadway at the Helen Hayes Theatre by Bob Cuillo, Brent Peek, Robert Barandes, Matthew Farrell, Mark Schwartz with Philip and Patricia Barry Productions and Robert Dragota. Originally produced by Manahattan Punch Line Theatre, 1986.
EPIC PROPORTIONS was produced on Broadway at the Helen Hayes Theatre by Bob Cuillo, Brent Peek, Robert Barandes, Matthew Farrell, Mark Schwartz with Philip and Patricia Barry Productions and Robert Dragota. Originally produced by Manahattan Punch Line Theatre, 1986.
BEFORE THE AUDITION:
-- Double Check the performance schedule before you audition. It's disappointing to audition, get a part and then find that rehearsals interfere with classes or that you'll be out of town during the 2 weeks the play goes on. Rehearsals and performances occur weeknights and on weekends and generally begin within a week of being cast.
-- If possible, read the script and familiarize yourself with the characters. Knowing the characters will help you to decide for which part or parts to audition. Scripts can be borrowed from the theater.
AT THE AUDITION:
-- Be on time!
-- Be respectful of Social Distancing. Stay at least 6 feet away from other people and make sure there are at least 2 chairs between you and anyone else when sitting in the theatre.
-- Wear clothes that are reasonable for the audition and are comfortable.
-- Fill out an Audition Sheet. If this is your first show, then great! Awesome to have you. If you have done shows before it helps to bring a list with you so you do not have to try to remember on the spot. If you have done a lot of shows, only list those that are most recent, biggest roles, and/or from similar styles of shows.
-- Be courteous and professional. Remember you never get a second chance to make a first impression, and your audition lasts from the minute you walk in the auditorium until the moment you leave.
-- Most auditions consist of "cold readings" from the scripts. That means you will be asked to read some of the dialogue from the show, sometimes with other people sometimes by yourself. Don't worry if you stumble over words, we're looking for energy and character choices.
-- Relax; auditions do not have to be a painful process. Give it your best shot and HAVE FUN!
"It is the policy of the Warehouse Living Arts Center to cast regardless of race, color or disability. Casting of actors in roles is done on the basis of acting skill and ability demonstrated during the audition process, as well as on the actor’s appropriateness and suitability (physical, vocal, mental, emotional) for available roles. Being invited to an audition does not guarantee that a person will be cast. Occasionally, a cast may be expanded to accommodate a large turnout of talent. "
** Be sure to sign up for our newsletter to receive email notifications of future auditions!
-- Double Check the performance schedule before you audition. It's disappointing to audition, get a part and then find that rehearsals interfere with classes or that you'll be out of town during the 2 weeks the play goes on. Rehearsals and performances occur weeknights and on weekends and generally begin within a week of being cast.
-- If possible, read the script and familiarize yourself with the characters. Knowing the characters will help you to decide for which part or parts to audition. Scripts can be borrowed from the theater.
AT THE AUDITION:
-- Be on time!
-- Be respectful of Social Distancing. Stay at least 6 feet away from other people and make sure there are at least 2 chairs between you and anyone else when sitting in the theatre.
-- Wear clothes that are reasonable for the audition and are comfortable.
-- Fill out an Audition Sheet. If this is your first show, then great! Awesome to have you. If you have done shows before it helps to bring a list with you so you do not have to try to remember on the spot. If you have done a lot of shows, only list those that are most recent, biggest roles, and/or from similar styles of shows.
-- Be courteous and professional. Remember you never get a second chance to make a first impression, and your audition lasts from the minute you walk in the auditorium until the moment you leave.
-- Most auditions consist of "cold readings" from the scripts. That means you will be asked to read some of the dialogue from the show, sometimes with other people sometimes by yourself. Don't worry if you stumble over words, we're looking for energy and character choices.
-- Relax; auditions do not have to be a painful process. Give it your best shot and HAVE FUN!
"It is the policy of the Warehouse Living Arts Center to cast regardless of race, color or disability. Casting of actors in roles is done on the basis of acting skill and ability demonstrated during the audition process, as well as on the actor’s appropriateness and suitability (physical, vocal, mental, emotional) for available roles. Being invited to an audition does not guarantee that a person will be cast. Occasionally, a cast may be expanded to accommodate a large turnout of talent. "
** Be sure to sign up for our newsletter to receive email notifications of future auditions!