“RESPECT” … is the acknowledgment of various influential female recording artists for their valuable contributions to the music industry. “RESPECT” is a journey that spans the 1960-1980s music era honoring some of the most iconic women of our time. Together we will take a musical journey deeper into their stories and how their dedication and sacrifice paved the way for many who followed in their footsteps and will continue to empower many for years to come.
Director: Kathy Tyree
Music Director: Ananias Montague
Place & Time: Present Day
Characters: 6 singers (non-race or gender specific)
Auditions:
Saturday, January 28th 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. Omaha Community Playhouse
Sunday, January 29th, 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. Omaha Community Playhouse
Callbacks:
Monday, January 30th, 4:00 -6:00 pm Omaha Community Playhouse
Important Dates:
First Rehearsal: May 14
Show Dates: Thursday through Sunday, June 9-June 25
Performer Compensation: $525 (performers 19 of age or older)
Audition Preparation: Please find attached audition material below
Actor Compensation (19 years of age and older) for this production is $525.00.
Please complete the audition form to schedule your audition time.
*If all of the audition slots are full, please contact us immediately so that we may get you in.
From the revolutionary mind of Lin-Manuel Miranda, this Tony Award®-winning musical recounts three days in the vibrant neighborhood of Washington Heights, NYC, where the Latino residents chase American dreams. This bubbly fusion of rap, salsa, Latin pop and soul music boasts an infectious enthusiasm from beginning to end.
Music and Lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda | Book by Quiara Alegría Hudes |
Director/Choreographer: Rebecca Kritzer
Music Director: Boston Reid
Auditions:
Saturday, February 11th 10:00 am – 4:00 p.m. Latino Center of the Midlands**
Those interested in Principal and Ensemble Singing Roles
Sunday, February 12th 10:00 am – 4:00 p.m. Omaha Community Playhouse
Those interested in Ensemble DANCE Roles (Please still be prepared to sing.)
***Please Note: Latino Center of the Midlands has TWO buildings. Auditions will take place at the SOUTH building 4937 S. 24th St. ***
Callbacks:
Monday, February 13th 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 pm Omaha Community Playhouse
Important Dates:
First Rehearsal: April 26, 2023
Show Dates: Wednesday-Sunday June 9-June25, 2023
Actors’ compensation (19 years of age and older) for this production is $700.00.
Audition Preparation: 16-32 bars of pop/rock song, or a song in the style of the show, that showcases your voice. Singing from the show is okay. No legit/standard musical theatre/opera.
Auditioners are welcome and encouraged to also sing in Spanish, but please have another option as well.
Those wishing to be considered for Usnavi or Sonny are welcome to also prep a short rap if asked, but not required.
Appointments will be scheduled starting one month prior to audition dates.
Through upholding high ethical standards, demonstrating respect for all and consciously working to provide diverse representation, OCP is committed to creating an inclusive and safe environment in which all community members feel a sense of belonging and does not discriminate in casting practices on the basis of an individual’s ethnicity, age, gender, physical and cognitive ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, country of origin or other factors. Omaha Community Playhouse is committed to diverse and inclusive casting.