Rubicon Theatre Company
Ventura, CA

DESCRIPTION

Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA

AUDITION DATE

Saturday, January 10, 2026

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (P)

Lunch 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

APPOINTMENTS

This audition will be run on a 1st come, 1st served basis beginning on the morning of the audition. The space and sign-ups will begin at 9:30am.

CONTRACT

SPT

$784 weekly minimum (SPT 8)

SEEKING

Equity actors for roles in SOMEBODY TO LOVE: A NEW MUSICAL (See breakdown).

PREPARATION

Please prepare a song that reflects the style of the show, which blends ’70s/’80s classic rock, pop, and soulful ballads. Alternatively, you can sing from the show. The songs in the show are existing music. Singing from the show is not necessary. Please find material from the show at the following link: https://drive.google.com/drive...

LOCATION

Rubicon Theatre

1006 Et Main St #300

Ventura, CA 93001

PERSONNEL

Book written by: Robert Sternin and Prudence Fraser

Producing Artistic Directors: J. Scott Lapp & Karyl Lynn Burns

Directed by: Sean Daniels

Music Direction by: Brett Ryback

Music Supervision by: Dillon Kondor

Choreography by: Wendy Seyb

Associate Artistic Director/Producer: Stephanie Coltrin

Expected to attend:

J. Scott Lapp: Producing Artistic Director

Rob Sternin: Writer

Prudence Sternin: Writer

Brett T. Ryback: Music Director

Natalie Iscovich: Assistant Choreographer

OTHER DATES

Rehearsal: March 3-March 22

Tech: March 20-22

Previews/Opening Week: March 24-March 28

Closing: April 12

Possible extension to April 19

Performances Wednesdays at 2pm & 7pm; Thursdays at 7pm; Fridays at 7pm; Saturdays at 2pm & 7pm; Sundays at 2pm. There will be two 10am student matinees.

OTHER

An Equity Monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition.

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

SOMEBODY TO LOVE: A NEW MUSICAL

SYNOPSIS: Set to the soundtrack of a generation, this funny, heartfelt new jukebox musical follows four friends who meet freshman year of college and vow to change the world, and to be there for each other… always. Created by the writers of hit TV shows like “The Nanny,” and Off-Broadway’s Under My Skin, this World Premiere rock ‘n’ roll musical is a timely story about the choices we make, the trials, triumphs, and turning points that define a lifetime – and the one thing that matters most – somebody to love. Songs include “Dance to the Music,” “Call Me,” “Some Kind of Wonderful,” “Feel Like Making Love,” “Locomotive Breath,” and “Taking It to the Street,” as well as the title song.

SEEKING:

SARAH: (Female, ages from 20-60) A passionate dancer who lights up every room she enters. “Every freshman guy’s dream”—but far more complex than that surface impression. Sarah is bold, intoxicating, and determined to live life to the fullest, wherever it may lead. With charisma, emotional depth, and strong movement/dance ability. VOCALS: ROCK, POP.

NICK: THIS ROLE IS ALREADY CAST - WILL CONSIDER FOR UNDERSTUDY ONLY. (Male, ages from 20-60) A naturally gifted guitarist with big rock-star energy. Cocky, charismatic, and absolutely convinced he’s destined for greatness. Beneath the swagger, though, is someone trying to fill a real void and is capable of genuine vulnerability. Fame and attention might not be enough; he is searching for love. VOCALS: ROCK, POP.

JOSEPH (Joe): (Male, ages from 20-60) A humble, self-effacing, classical flautist, with the simple dream of becoming a band teacher. Kind, grounded, and quietly brilliant. Joe is also super talented, and, as it turns out, he can rock if he needs to. VOCALS: ROCK, POP.

RACHEL: (Female, ages from 20-60) A whip-smart woman of color determined to get into Harvard Law School and change the world. Driven, principled, highly intelligent, incisive and fiercely loyal. She binds Nick, Joe, and Sarah into a “verbal contract” of lifelong friendship. VOCALS: ROCK, POP.

STELLA: (Female, ages from 20-60) A strong-willed, no-nonsense ROTC student who grows into a disciplined, devoted Army officer. Strong and with a huge heart. Forced to hide her sexuality in order to serve, Stella carries the weight of duty quietly and with dignity. She eventually meets and marries Rachel. VOCALS: ROCK, POP.

WALT: (Male, ages from 20-60) The “least cool cat on the Venice Beach boardwalk”—earnest, awkward, unexpectedly steadfast. Despite appearances, he convinces Nick to let him be his manager… and proves to be exactly the partner Nick needs. A loyal, quirky, grounded presence who stands by his friend through the chaos of rock-and-roll fame. VOCALS: ROCK, POP.

NATALIE: (Female, ages from 18-30) Sarah’s daughter. Energetic, charismatic, and absolutely her mother’s child. A spark of joy and emotional truth who bridges generations of the story. VOCALS: ROCK, POP.

SALARY

SPT $784 weekly minimum (SPT 8)

UNION

AEA