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CASTING CALL
A MOTOWN CHRISTMAS
By: Nate Jacobs
Direction by: Tony F. Sias
Choreography by: Errin Weaver
Music Direction by: Dr. David M. Thomas
MEN OF SOUL
By: Daryl D. Brooks
Direction by: Tony F. Sias
Choreography by: Errin Weaver
Music Direction by: Dr. David M. Thomas
SEEKING:
10 Actors/Singers
HOW TO AUDITION:
Auditions will be in person at Karamu House on Tuesday, August 25- 6:30-10:00 PM for A Motown Christmas and Men of Soul.
Visit SignUp Genius https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA9A729A0FEC52-63604942-karamu#/ and choose an audition time.
PREPARATION:
Please prepare 2 songs 1 R & B or soul and one that showcases your vocal range and 1 monologue, no more than three minutes total. If your package is longer than three minutes, we will stop your audition.
Please send your Headshot & Resume in advance to submissions@karamuhouse.org with the subject line: “2026-27 AUDITIONS”.
Also bring a copy of your Headshot and Resume to your audition as well.
Video Submissions can be emailed to submissions@karamuhouse.org, but in person audtions are preferred.
COMPENSATION
** There will be four AEA Contracts available, one per production**
Housing and Travel are not provided. Equity members appear under a Single Engagement Agreement.
Non-Equity members receive a modest stipend.
OTHER
Karamu House is always hiring contractors on a per show basis for the following production positions: Stage Management, Board Operators, Dressers, Carpenters, Electricians, and Run Crew. If interested, please send your resume and statement of interest via email to smcmanus@karamuhouse.org.
Phone calls will not be accepted.
SHOW INFORMATION
A MOTOWN CHRISTMAS
Synopsis: A Motown Christmas" is a lively, toe-tapping musical experience that combines the magic of Christmas with the timeless appeal of Motown's greatest hits. It takes you on a journey through the ages that explores the iconic Motown Catalogue and their contributions to music. Showcasing iconic songs by artists like The Temptations, The Supremes, The Jackson 5, and more. With original Christmas songs by Motown artists like Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson, and Marvin Gaye, along with a few original tunes.
Characters:
Seeking an ensemble of 10 singer/actors to celebrate Christmas and Motown’s contribution to music.
2 sopranos
1 mezzo-soprano
2 altos
2 tenors
2 baritones
1 basso
Age Range: 18-45
PRODUCTION DATES:
Nov. 27-Dec. 13, 2026 (all schedules subject to change)
All rehearsals will take place at Karamu House. Tech rehearsals and performances will take place at Playhouse Square’s Hanna Theatre.
A Motown Christmas: Rehearsals M-Th 6:30-10:30 pm & Sundays 2:00-7:00 pm
Performances-
Wed-Sat. @ 7:30 pm,
Wed. @ 11:00am & 7:30 pm,
Sat. @ 2pm & 7:30 pm,
Sun. Matinee @ 3:00 pm
(see additional dates & times below)
1st Rehearsal- On or around September 29
Tech rehearsals-November 21-25
Preview Night- November 27
Opening Night- November 28
Wednesday Matinees- December 2 & 9 @ 11am
Closing – December 13
MEN OF SOUL WITH A TRIBUTE TO BILL WITHERS
Synopsis: Men of Soul is an electrifying musical revue celebrating legendary soul, R&B, and pop artists. The production explores personal struggles, perseverance, and the deep emotional roots behind timeless music. Highlighting the iconic sounds and signature performance moves of legendary vocalists such as Ray Charles, Luther Vandross, Lionel Richie, Jeffrey Osborne, Peabo Bryson, Joe Cocker, Elton John and Billy Joel alongside a special tribute to Bill Withers.
Characters:
Seeking an ensemble of 10 singer/actors.
5 Black Men (2 tenors, 1 baritone, 1 basso)
2 White Men (1tenor and 1baritone)
3 Women (1 soprano, 1 mezzo- soprano and 1 alto)
Age Range: 20-50
PRODUCTION DATES:
PRODUCTION DATES: April 29-May 23, 2027 (all schedules subject to change)
All rehearsals, tech rehearsals and performances will take place at Karamu House.
Men of Soul: Rehearsals
M-Th 6:30-10:30 pm & Sundays 2:00-7:00 pm
Performances-
Thurs-Sat. Thurs. April 29 & May 13 @ 7:30 pm,
Thurs. May 6 & 20 @ 11:00 am,
Fri. @ 7:30 pm,
Sat.@ 4:00 pm,
Sun. Matinee @ 3:00 pm
(see additional dates & times below)
1st Rehearsal- On or around March 9
Tech rehearsals-April 24-28
Preview Night- April 29
Opening Night- April 30
Wednesday Matinees- May 6 & 20 @ 11am
Closing – May 23
NEW WORKS-TBD
*Please note there are performance opportunities available in our season outside of what is listed here. Just by auditioning you will be placed in our database and called should a role become available for you!
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