Khunum Productions
New York, NY
US

DESCRIPTION

About “HUMAN”
Written and Directed by Nehprii Amenii, a multigenerational stage play blending puppetry, original music, movement, myth and ancestral memory. Set in a post-apocalyptic oceanic world, the story follows a being named Nacci who proposes reviving humanity with the help of an octopus willing to donate one of his three hearts. The production explores themes of ancestral memory, restoration, and what it truly means to be human. Now entering its final development phase, "HUMAN" is preparing for a national tour as part of the National Performance Network’s Creation and Development Fund.


Project Dates & Locations
Initial gig includes:
Developmental Music Residency with Staged Reading at The Shed; Staging Rehearsals; Design/Technical Residency in early June, Refresher Rehearsals and Standard Tech and Performances 2026; premiere June 2026 at The Shed.

Tentative Schedule

SHED Staged Reading: March 30 - April 4

Staging Rehearsals: TBD 2-3 weeks Between April & May

Tech Residency (TBD - one week in June)

SHED Refresher Rehearsal: June 22 - June 27

SHED Tech/Invited Dress: July 7 - 9

SHED Performance (evening): July 10

SHED Performance (matinee): July 11

SHED Performance (evening): July 11

"HUMAN" is scheduled to tour in Fall 2026 at Sandglass Theatre (VT), Brooklyn Academy of Music (NYC), The Clarice at the University of Maryland (MD), and Ashville Creative Arts (NC). Tour dates are still being finalized.

While touring availability is strongly preferred, performers who may not be available for all tour dates are still encouraged to audition. Tours will be booked under a separate contract.

Roles
Ensemble

Role Descriptions
Yemi: A mermaid, whose kind, nuturing, and wise; must be played by a woman of African descent
Nacci: A seahorse, whose young, optimistic, and curious; open casting
Akashi: An octopus, played by three performers (mixed ccasting)
Council of the Bottom of the Sea: at least three performers of African descent (casting will double)

Preferred Requirements:
Strong VOCAL abilities
Strong MOVEMENT abilities
Puppetry experience is a plus
Availability to tour is a plus

Audition Requirements
Auditions will be held in New York, NY. Exact address to be provided upon invitation to audition & scheduling confirmation.

• Auditions will be invite-only and held in-person the week of January 26th - January 31st and will be scheduled on a rolling basis. Sides will be provided.

• 1 monologue, and/or any piece of text (poem, letter, etc) that you feel strongly connected to. Each piece should be no longer than 2 minutes.

• Brief 16-32 bar song to be sung a cappella (no accompaniment).

• Bring a physical copy of your headshot and resume.

*Callbacks will involve movement and ensemble exercises, so please dress accordingly.*

Submission Instructions
Email a headshot, resume, and if possible, a reel to [email protected] .
Subject line: AUDITION APPLICANT: Actor's Name
Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis.


About Khunum Productions
"Khunum Productions is a visionary platform for cultural restoration through performance, education, and storytelling. We approach our work with imagination, integrity, and heart. Collaborators can expect a human-centered, artist-forward environment that values: Structure and ClarityClear, regularly scheduled meetings and transparent communication, respect for each other’s roles and expertise; Investment, we want to work with people who care about the project and the people, this is not a gig for gig’s sake we value heart-driven commitment; Collaboration and Safety, direct, constructive, respectful communication is essential; questions are welcome, and not knowing is okay; we hold space for curiosity, humility, and mutual learning; Excellence with Grace, we aim high, with flexibility and joy in the process; kindness, optimism, and professionalism are foundational."

SALARY

$2,900.00 – $3,000.00 per gig

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