Musical Theatre Guild
Sherman Oaks, CA

DESCRIPTION

Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA

AUDITION DATE

Monday, December 1, 2025

11:00 AM - 7:00 PM (P)

BREAK: 3:00PM - 4:00PM

PLEASE NOTE: Sign-ups will be closing on the 26th of November, as Equity offices will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday,

CONTRACT

LOA

$500.83 weekly minimum (LOA ref. LORT)

SEEKING

Equity actors for roles in APPLAUSE (see breakdown).

No roles will be understudied.

APPLAUSE is the Tony Award-winning Best Musical of 1970, with music by Charles Strouse, lyrics by Lee Adams, and a book by Betty Comden and Adolph Green, inspired by the classic film "All About Eve."

Due to the nature of the reading, performers may play multiple roles as dictated by the material. NOTE: Diversity strongly encouraged. The artistic staff is open to exploring creative casting choices.

PREPARATION

Please bring a short song in the correct key (accompanist provided); Can sing one complete, short song (feel free to bring additional material, in case it's requested in the room.) Please bring picture and resume.

LOCATION

Madilyn Clark Studios

10852 Burbank Blvd

North Hollywood, CA 91601-2508

Room D (side entrance)

PERSONNEL

Trance Thompson (Director)

Brad Ellis (Musical Director)

Leesa Freed (Production Stage Manager)

EXPECTED TO ATTEND:

Trance Thompson, Director of APPLAUSE

Lewis Wilkenfeld, Member, Board of Directors

OTHER DATES

First rehearsal 2/10/26;

Opening/Closing Performance 2/15/26 (one performance) One-week contract (29 hours).

OTHER

www.musicaltheatreguild.com

If you are unable to attend the in-person auditions, we welcome both in-person and digital submissions - feel free to send your headshot, resume and video links to [email protected].

EPA Procedures are in effect for this audition.

An Equity Monitor will be provided.

Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition.

Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.

BREAKDOWN

APPLAUSE

PLEASE NOTE: Musical Theatre Guild is a membership-based company. Casting is conducted within the membership first; if any roles remain unfilled, performers from this casting call will receive priority consideration. Musical Theatre Guild membership dues are not required of actors who are not Musical Theatre Guild members. Performers not cast in APPLAUSE may be considered for future Musical Theatre Guild productions. Musical Theatre Guild productions are presented as script-in-hand staged readings with minimal staging and movement.

SEEKING:

Margo Channing (late-30s to early 60s) - (Alto) a celebrated, glamorous Broadway star! Margo is witty, commanding, and self-aware, but beneath her confidence lies vulnerability about aging and her place in a youth-obsessed industry. She radiates charisma, but her sharp tongue masks deep insecurities about love, career, and time passing her by.

Eve Harrington (early 20s to early 30s) - (Mezzo-Soprano) a seemingly shy, polite young woman who idolizes Margo. At first, she appears humble, sweet, and starstruck, but underneath she is cunning, ambitious, and manipulative. Eve will do whatever it takes to achieve fame, even if it means betraying those who trusted her.

Bill Sampson (early 30s to 60s) – (Tenor) a successful, good-hearted director, devoted to Margo both professionally and romantically. He is steady, loyal, and grounded—serving as a stabilizing force amid the theatrical chaos around him.

Howard Benedict (early 30s to early 60s) – (Spoken Role, no singing) a powerful Broadway producer. Smooth, calculating, and practical, he prioritizes success and business over loyalty. He recognizes Eve’s ambition and is quick to align himself with the rising star.

Bonnie (early 20s - early 30s) – (Mezzo-Soprano) a brash, fun-loving chorus dancer at the club. She represents the vitality, youth, and appetite for life that Margo both admires and fears losing.

Buzz Richards (early-30s to early 60s) – (Tenor) a witty, somewhat sardonic playwright, married to Karen. He is part of Margo’s inner circle and appreciates both her brilliance and her temper. Buzz provides comic relief with sharp observations about show business.

Karen Richards (early-30s to early 60s) – (Alto) Margo’s close friend and the wife of playwright Buzz Richards. Warm, sophisticated, and well-meaning, Karen tries to balance loyalty to Margo with compassion for Eve, only to find herself caught in the middle of betrayal and rivalry.

Duane Fox (early 20s-early 50s) – (Baritone) Margo’s trusted hairstylist and confidant. Duane is campy, flamboyant, and quick with a quip. Loyal to Margo, he often serves as her sounding board and brings energy and humor to the show.

SALARY

LOA $500.83 weekly minimum (LOA ref. LORT)

UNION

AEA