White Plains Performing Arts Center
White Plains, NY

DESCRIPTION

Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA

AUDITION DATE

Friday, February 13, 2026

9:30 AM - 1:30 PM (E)

CONTRACT

LOA

$550 weekly minimum (Ref. to LORT) + pension and health

3-4 performances/week

Travel via Metro North Provided

SEEKING

Equity actors for roles in CATCH ME IF YOU CAN (see breakdown).

Theatre’s casting note: Because of the short, intense rehearsal schedule, we are open and interested in seeing performers who may have done the show before. But it is NOT a requirement.

PREPARATION

Please prepare no more than a one-minute cut of a song from the show. Some suggestions can be found at the following link: https://drive.google.com/drive... . Please bring any and all conflicts to the auditions and note that the rehearsals times may vary. You must be available for all shows and tech week to audition.

LOCATION

Actors' Equity New York Audition Center

165 W 46th St

16th Fl

New York, NY 10036

PERSONNEL

Book by Terrence McNally

Music by Marc Shaiman

Lyrics by Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman

Choreographer: Betty Weinberger

EXPECTED TO ATTEND:

Music Director: Stephen Ferri

Director: Frank Portanova

OTHER DATES

1st Rehearsal: March 23 (rehearses in NYC, within 10am-6pm range)

Tech: April 6-9 in White Plains

Shows: April 10-12, 16-19, 23-26, April 30-May 3rd (3-5 performances/week)

OTHER

Venue: Theater is located 35 minutes from

NYC via train or car.

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

CATCH ME IF YOU CAN

Video submission instructions:

If you cannot attend or wish to submit a video instead, please do so here by February 8th.

Video Submit all materials via this link: https://airtable.com/apppzw5ew...

Videos must be uploaded to (youtube, vimeo etc) and sent as a link. Please No password protected videos etc.

In your recording, slate your name, union status,

Make sure we see as much of you as possible.

Accompaniment should be played on a separate device and be sure there is no editing, effects etc to your vocal recording.

Use the same preparation as for the live auditions.

SYNOPSIS

Based on the hit film and the incredible true story, Catch Me If You Can is the high-flying musical comedy about chasing your dreams and not getting caught. Nominated for four Tony awards, including Best Musical, this delightfully entertaining show was created by a Tony Award-winning "dream team," with a book by Terrence McNally (The Full Monty, Ragtime) and a swinging score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray).

Seeking fame and fortune, precocious teenager, Frank Abagnale, Jr., runs away from home to begin an unforgettable adventure. With nothing more than his boyish charm, a big imagination and millions of dollars in forged checks, Frank successfully poses as a pilot, a doctor, and a lawyer – living the high life and winning the girl of his dreams. When Frank's lies catch the attention of FBI agent, Carl Hanratty, though, Carl pursues Frank across the country to make him pay for his crimes.

BREAKDOWN

Frank Abagnale, JR.

Our story's conniving protagonist. He is a slick, handsome and youthful con artist. Growing up admiring his father who was a well-loved, although hopeless businessman, he takes the life lessons he learns from him to then cheat his way to success. He is fast talking, charming and able to play up to an audience.

Age: 20-30

Vocal Range: Tenor (G2 – C5)

Carl Hanratty

Is the FBI agent leading the investigation and search for Frank. A knowledgeable and habitual workaholic who is obsessed with the pursuit and idolizes the moment he catches his perp. He is very street smart and gruff and believes without fault in the letter of the law. However his work obsession covers up a private life of loneliness and depression.

Age 35-45

Vocal Range: Baritone (G2 – G4)

Frank Abagnale, SR.

Frank Jr.'s father. He is an inspiration when it comes to swindling. Upbeat and fast-talking, he believes he can always make another move to come out on top. That is until he undergoes a series of progressive failures where he loses everything and ends up a miserable drunk.

Age: 45-60

Vocal Range: Baritone (F2 – G#4)

Paula Abagnale

Frank Jr.'s gorgeous mother. She met Frank Sr. in France, during the war, but has fallen out of love. Caring and loving, with an underlying resentment toward her husband and son.

Age: 40-55

Vocal Range: Alto (A3 – C5)

Brenda Strong

A young, hard-working nurse, who is a little insecure and naive. She meets Frank Jr. in hospital when he begins working there as a doctor. At first she avoids his attentions but eventually comes to trust him.

Age: 20-30

Vocal Range: Alto (G3 – A5)

SALARY

LOA $550 weekly minimum (Ref. to LORT) + pension and health

UNION

AEA