Transcendence Theatre Company | Sonoma, CA
Sonoma, CA

DESCRIPTION

Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA

AUDITION DATE

Monday, February 9, 2026

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

Lunch 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

CONTRACT

LOA

$883.59 weekly minimum (Ref. to COST)

SEEKING

Equity actors for roles in Transcendence Theatre Company's 2026 Season (See breakdown).

Transcendence Theatre Company is actively seeking diverse and inclusive casting for each and every single role without regard to disability, race, ethnicity, age, gender, color, size or national origin.

PREPARATION

Please prepare 1-2 minutes of a musical cut (clearly marked for the accompanist provided) that showcases your vocal range, conveys strong emotions, bold presence, and a clear, bright sound. You may sing from the show if you'd like. You may be asked to read from the show. Also be prepared for a brief 'artistic' interview. Please bring headshot/resume, stapled.

LOCATION

Ripley-Grier Studios (520)

520 8th Ave

New York, NY 10018-6507

Holding room - Studio 16L

PERSONNEL

Expected to attend:

Artistic Director/Director - Tony Gonzalez

Producer/Executive Director - Brad Surosky

Director - Vasthy Mompoint

Assoc. Director/Choreographer - Monica Kapoor

Music Director - Susan Draus

Company Manager - Colleen Till

Casting Associate - Lori Haley Fox

OTHER DATES

AIN'T TOO PROUD

1st Rehearsal: May 19, 2026

1st Performance: June 12, 2026

Last Performance: June 28, 2026

MAMMA MIA

1st Rehearsal: July 21, 2026

1st Performance: August 13, 2026

Last Performance: August 30, 2026

OTHER

https://bestnightever.org

For questions: [email protected]

EPA Procedures are in effect for this audition.

An Equity Monitor will be provide

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

Transcendence Theatre Company 2026 Season

AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS

SEEKING:

OTIS WILLIAMS - 30s-40s. Founder and last surviving original member of The Temptations. Never the flashiest performer, but always the rock of the group. A stand-up guy, tough, with a big heart and deep conscience. BARITONE; Strong mover.

PAUL WILLIAMS - 20s-30s. No relation to Otis, Paul was one of the founding members of the Temptations and the group’s resident choreographer. Well-liked and kind, but unable to cope with his own demons. STRONG DANCER; BARITONE

MELVIN FRANKLIN - The bass of the group and one of the first members Otis recruited. David Melvin English better known by the stage name Melvin Franklin, or his nickname "Blue". Franklin was best known for his role as a founding member of The Temptations. Strong mover: BASS

EDDIE KENDRICKS - 20s-30s. Friends with Paul since elementary school, Eddie created most of the group’s vocal arrangements and served as wardrobe manager. Outspoken. Loved cornbread so much, they nicknamed him “Corn.” STRONG FALSETTO & Strong Dancer

DAVID RUFFIN - 20s - 30s. Lead singer of The Temptations after Al, helped take the group to the top of the charts. As electric on stage as “lightning in a bottle.” Maybe the most charismatic front man in pop music history. LEAD TENOR & strong dancer

BERRY GORDY - 40s-50s. Powerfully impressive founder of Motown Record Label, Detroit native, professional boxer and veteran of the Korean war, song writer with an acute awareness for musical talent and audience appeal.

SHELLY BERGER - 30s-40s. Eventually manager of The Temptations, colleague to Berry Gordy, cheerleader, mentor and encourager of the men still to this day.

JOSEPHINE - 20-30s. belt to E, wife to Otis, embodies the struggles and strength of the women behind the iconic group, often seen influencing or orbiting the men's careers.

DENNIS EDWARDS - 20s-30s. An on and off member of The Temptations, focused and conflicted artist.

ENSEMBLE - To play SLICK TALK FELLA, SMOKEY ROBINSON, DAMON HARRIS, STRAIGHT TALK FELLA, “GLORIA SOLOIST”, SMOKEY ROBINSON, INTERVIEWER, DELIVERY MAN, RICHARD STREET, LAMONT, AL BRYANT, FLORENCE BALLARD, TAMMI TERRELL, MAMA ROSE, MARY WILSON, JOHNNIE MAE, DIANA ROSS, NORMAN WHITFIELD, et al

MAMMA MIA

SEEKING:

DONNA SHERIDAN - 40s-50s. Strong and hardworking semi-feminist, with a playful and comedic side. A former rock/pop star, Single mother to Sophie, cares deeply for her daughter. Loving friend to all.

SOPHIE SHERIDAN - 20s. Actively trying to not be her mother yet coming to terms with the fact that they have much in common, quirky, playful, a bit of a ‘minx’. Convinced that marriage is a key to a fulfilling life.

TANYA - 40s-50s. Bandmate of Donna and Rosie. Stylish and sultry, loving attention, definitely a “Samantha” with a flirtatious soul and loving heart.

ROSIE – 40s-50s. Bandmate of Tanya and Donna. Ready for a great time, a laugh, a cry, a beer, the “Miranda” of the team. Motherly without knowing it, bold and kind.

SAM - 40s-50s. Possible father of Sophie. Trying to do his best at all times. Left Donna 20 years ago because he was engaged to another woman. Charming, present, prepared, successful architect.

HARRY - 40s-50s. May be Sophie’s father. British financier, wealthy, buttoned-up, and conservative but trying to reconnect with his freer, youthful self. Happily married to his partner Nigel. Sweet, kind, soft in nature. English accent.

BILL - 40s-50s. Could be Sophie’s dad. A travel writer with no possessions or strings. Has seen the world and experiences life to its fullest. Good-natured, always ready for adventure. Fun.

SKY - 20s-30s. Recently made bold moves to leave his corporate gig and move to the island because of his love for Sophie. He sees stars and hearts floating around her every time she walks in the room.

PEPPER - 20s - employee of Donna’s, friend to Sophie, new mate to Sky, peppy, fresh, confident. Great dancer and proud of it.

EDDIE - 20s - employee of Donna’s, friend to Sophie, new mate to Sky, goofy, fun,

ALI - 20s - Sophie's main girls, used to work on the island with the gang, but has since left to find other adventures, bubbly, excited, comedic and sweet

LISA - 20s - Sophie's main girls, used to work on the island with the gang, but has since left to find other adventures, looking for a good time at the wedding, curious and crafty, forgetful.

ENSEMBLE - To play Island mates, taverna employees, wedding guests, locals, villagers.

SALARY

$883.59 weekly minimum (Ref. to COST

UNION

AEA