Website Chicago Playwright/Composer Curtis Edwin Powell
Casting Chicago area actor/musicians for concert reading
Seeking Chicago actors/rock musicians who are between 50-75 years-old for live concert reading of the new play-with-music (not a musical) YSIA at Fine Arts Building on Michigan Ave. October 17&18, 2025. Generous stipend offered. A few virtual rehearsals via Zoom with one live tech October 16. Must be both an actor and a musician who either learns by ear or can read a lead sheet (see role descriptions for instrument), scripts will be used for performances. Please forward headshot/resume to cpendpoint@gmail.com. This project is being partially funded by the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE). Check out more about the play YSIA HERE.
Material to Prepare:
Resume/headshot and brief music or video sample (mp3 or link).
Time Commitment:
3 Zoom script rehearsals TBD
3 Zoom music rehearsals TBD
1 live tech rehearsal October 16, 2025
2 live performances October 17-18, 2025
Character Type/Restrictions:
James 65-75, lead guitar, white, British, caustic wit
Tommy 65-75, keyboard, any race, leader of band, skeptic
Esther 60-70, black, bassist, lesbian, outspoken
Marcus 65-75, drummer, any race, hard of hearing
The play is followed by a brief concert of the music the characters have discussed/worked on during the play. Minimal instruments required (e.g. an electric guitar, electric bass, snare & hi-hat or e-drums, no amps needed, keyboard and sound system provided). The emphasis is on acting, but you'll do some character singing during the concert.
To apply for this job email your details to cpendpoint@gmail.com