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  • Cat's Cradle
Created DateAugust 21, 2023
Expiration DateSeptember 20, 2023
Posted byAdministrator
CountryUnited States
StateIllinois
CityChicago
LocationChicago
Project TypeNon-Equity Audition
Project TitleCat's Cradle

Description:

Lifeline Theatre is seeking one (1) understudy for their upcoming production of Cat's Cradle, based on the novel by Kurt Vonnegut, adapted by John Hildreth, and directed by Heather Currie. This is a non-union production.

About the show:
John Hildreth's adaptation of Kurt Vonnegut's Cat's Cradle (1963) is satirical science fiction. Set in the mid-20th century, it tells the story of the creation of a deadly weapon that could destroy the whole world. It satirizes science and technology, the nuclear arms race, and religion.

We are seeking ONE understudy to cover the following tracks:

Track 5: Franklin Hoenikker/Jack/Mr. Knowles (M, 20s-40s, any ethnicity)

Track 9: Dr. Asa Breed/Marvin Breed/Dr. Philip Castle (M, 30s-50s, any ethnicity)

Understudy Pay:
$485 rehearsal stipend, $30 per show (when you go on)

Time Commitment:

First Rehearsal: July 16th, 2023 (rehearsals currently in progress)
Tech: August 25th - September 1st, 2023
Previews: September 1st-10th, 2023
Opening Night: Monday, September 11th, 2023
Performances will be Friday and Saturday evenings, as well as Saturday and Sunday afternoons
Closing Performance: October 22nd, 2023
Maximum Possible Extension: November 12th 2023
Understudies are not required to attend all rehearsals, but are encouraged to attend as often as possible. Understudies must be present for all of tech, and be available for all performances during the run.

Contact Info:

If you are interested in being considered, please email your headshot and resume to casting@lifelinetheatre.com. We will send you instructions for a self-tape upon submission.

Reply To Email: casting@lifelinetheatre.com
Website: www.lifelinetheatre.com


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