Axelrod Performing Arts Center
Deal Park, NJ

DESCRIPTION

Notice: Audition Call Type: ECC

AUDITION DATE

Monday, November 24, 2025

9:30 AM (E)

AND

4:00 PM (E)

Morning Dancer Call: 11:00AM; BREAK: 1:00PM - 2:00PM

CONTRACT

LOA

$662 weekly minimum (LOA ref. LORT)

SEEKING

Equity chorus singers for roles in THE DOROTHY DANDRIDGE MUSICAL (see breakdown).

PREPARATION

Brief cut (16 bars) in a traditional musical theatre/jazz style. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring sheet music in your key and a headshot/resume.

LOCATION

Actors' Equity New York Audition Center

165 W 46th St

16th Fl

New York, NY 10036

PERSONNEL

Producer: Axelrod Performing Arts Center (Andrew DePrisco, Artistic Director)

Directed by N’Kenge and Christina Sajous

Conceived by N’Kenge

Book and Lyrics by Trey Ellis

Music and Lyrics by Shelton Becton

Arranger: Everett Bradley

Choreographer: Ray Mercer

EXPECTED TO ATTEND:

Associate Choreographer: Tia Altinay

Casting Director: Michael Cassara, CSA

OTHER DATES

First rehearsal: on/about 1/20/2026

First performance: 2/19/2026

Closing: on/about 3/8/2026

OTHER

Venue: Axelrod Performing Arts Center - Deal Park, NJ

If unable to attend ECC, you may send picture/resume to [email protected]

ECC 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

THE DOROTHY DANDRIDGE MUSICAL

SEEKING:

[HAROLD NICHOLAS AND OTHERS] Black, male, 30s, Doubles as legendary tap dancer HAROLD NICHOLAS, HARRY BELAFONTE, and other Ensemble roles. One of the famous Nicholas Brothers and Dorothy’s first husband. He is a charming ladies’ man who wins Dorothy’s heart, then breaks it. Tenor / terrific dancer with outstanding tap ability.

[FAYARD NICHOLAS AND OTHERS] Black, male, 30s, doubles as legendary tap dancer FAYARD NICHOLAS, PHIL MOORE (Dorothy’s music coach), and other ENSEMBLE roles. Baritone / terrific dancer with outstanding tap ability.

[NEVA AND OTHERS] Black, female, 50s to 60s. Geneva “Neva” Williams is Ruby’s partner and the girls’ strict vocal coach and manager, known for her tough love and intimidating presence. Stern presence, with gravitas. Strong singer (mezzo/belt) who moves well.

[ETTA "DANDRIDGE"/LENA HORNE/HAROLYN/AND OTHERS] 30s, Black, female. Etta is one of the three Dandridge Sisters. She is spunky and flirty. Doubles as [HAROLYN] Dorothy’s daughter who suffered brain damage at birth, and is unable to speak or recognize Dorothy as her mother. Also doubles as [LENA HORNE] in a brief singing cameo. Strong singer (mezzo/alto) and strong dancer.

[MARILYN MONROE AND OTHERS] 30s, white, female. Dorothy’s close friend and confidante who offers lessons in owning one’s sensuality and navigating fame with flair and vulnerability. Strong singer/dancer.

[HEDDA HOPPER AND OTHERS] white, female, 30s to 40s. Doubles as HEDDA HOPPER (Gossip Columnist), OSCAR GUEST, SHOWGIRL, and other ENSEMBLE roles. Strong singer who moves.

[ENSEMBLE MALE 3] Black, male, 20s-40s. Dobles as Apollo Theater STAGE MANAGER, REPORTER, CLUB PATRON, and other ENSEMBLE roles. Strong singer/dancer.

[ENSEMBLE MALE 4] white, male, 20s-40s. Doubles as WALTER WINCHELL, OSCAR NIGHT ANNOUNCER, and other ENSEMBLE roles. Strong singer/dancer.

[ENSEMBLE PERFORMERS] strong dancers who sing well for ensemble roles. Some ENSEMBLE PERFORMERS may also understudy the roles listed above.

SALARY

LOA $662 weekly minimum (LOA ref. LORT)

UNION

AEA