Seeking Teens for "The Spirit of America" 1940s Radio Show"
Seeking voice actors ages 12-18 years old for "The Spirit of America" 1940s Radio Show. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Step into the golden age of radio with "The 'Spirit of America' 1940s Radio Show," where a dynamic group of young performers brings to life the swinging spirit of the 1940s. Host Bub Hopeful anchors the evening with wit and warmth, guiding audiences through a cavalcade of big band tunes, spirited dance numbers, and the harmonious melodies of The Liberty Belles and The Swing Kings. As the cast reenacts lively jitterbug antics and poignant 'letters from home and overseas,' a playful studio "spirit" adds a touch of mystery with flickering lights and whimsical whimsy. This show is a heartfelt homage to the iconic music of the 1940s and the enduring American spirit. Celebrating the joy, resilience, and patriotism that united a nation, this immersive experience brings to life the songs that inspired hope and prosperity during a defining era. As America faced the challenges of World War II, this music became a vital source of strength, uplifting the nation's spirit and bolstering morale during a pivotal time in the 20th century. It takes place in a small 5000-watt radio station centered around a group of performers. The radio program is seen through the eyes of the audience who become the actual 1940s radio station audience. Additional info: Directors are going to have a blast this Summer dancing and singing and learning all about the incredible music of the 1930s and 1940s. Note: There is a production fee applied per actor that is due at the first rehearsal on Monday May 20th. Performance Dates: July 13 & 14. Please download the attachment for additional details. If interested, please apply.
26 roles
(H.E.A.R.T. Studio Director) The authoritative figure who keeps the production on track. (He wears glasses, real or fake and a gnarly mustache)
(H.E.A.R.T. Stage manager (SM)) Keeps everyone grounded, often explains the historical context.
Just like a real SM, she will be responsible during the "Radio Show" for making sure actors move on and off the stage safely and as needed. (She wears glasses, real or fake)
(H.E.A.R.T. Studio Actor and props) The practical joker of the group, fascinated by the studio's history.
(H.E.A.R.T. Studio Actress and props) Superstitious and slightly nervous, a believer in the supernatural.
(H.E.A.R.T. Studio Actor and stage crew) The skeptic, always logical, dismissing ghost stories.
(H.E.A.R.T. Studio Actress and stage crew) The peacekeeper and rational thinker, focusing everyone on the task.
(H.E.A.R.T. Studio Actor and Foley crew) The hygiene enthusiast, very particular about cleanliness. (He wears glasses, real or fake)
(H.E.A.R.T. Studio Actress and Foley crew) Loves her job at the studio. Also, a history buff who loves ghost stories and legends.
(H.E.A.R.T. Studio Actor and Director's Assistant) The eager newcomer, excited by everything-also, no one seems to know who hired him.
(BH): (Entertainer) The charismatic host, his humor is as bright as the stars and stripes.
(Entertainers) A Group of gal songbirds echoing the "sounds" of the Andrews Sisters, The King Sisters and other girl groups of that nostalgic era.
(Entertainers) A group of guys known for their swinging harmonies and charming dance moves (channeling 1940s' male singing stars such as The Mills Brothers, Duke Ellington, Fred Astaire, Louis Armstrong, Cab Calloway & others)
(Entertainer) A multi-talented lead singer & a swinging guy (channels Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby, and other crooners from the 1940s) (He is a member of the Swing Kings)
(Entertainer) A multi-talented lead singer & swinging guy (channels Cab Calloway, Nat King Cole, Duke Ellington, and other African American crooners from the 1940s) (He is a member of the Swing Kings)
(Entertainer) A glamorous lead singer (channeling 1940s' starlets such as Judy Garland, Doris Day, Betty Hutton, and other Hollywood starlets.) (Also sings with The Liberty Belles)
(Entertainer) A glamorous lead singer (channeling 1940s' starlets such as Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Dorothy Dandridge, and other African American Hollywood starlets.) (Also sings with The Liberty Belles)
The heartfelt voices sharing "letters from home" and "letters from overseas.
The heartfelt voices sharing "letters from home" and "letters from overseas.
Jack and Jill: A brave young couple, they don't usually scare that easily except, when confronted by spirits.
Jack and Jill: A brave young couple, they don't usually scare that easily except, when confronted by spirits.
This is just a voice on a mic but, at the end of the GHOST STORY, they put on a black cloak and disappear into the night.
Vivian and Victor: A dynamic dance duo, quick on their feet with swing-dancing and the jitterbug.
Vivian and Victor: A dynamic dance duo, quick on their feet with swing-dancing and the jitterbug.
Lilian and Lionel: A dynamic dance duo, quick on their feet with swing-dancing and the jitterbug.
Lilian and Lionel: A dynamic dance duo, quick on their feet with swing-dancing and the jitterbug.
