HK Theatrical LLC
New York, NY
US

DESCRIPTION

AUDITION DATE

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

12:30 PM (E)

CONTRACT

Production (League)

$2638 weekly minimum - Beginning 9/30/24

SEEKING

Equity chorus dancers for future replacements in the Broadway production of HELL'S KITCHEN (See breakdown).

Venue: Shubert Theatre

PREPARATION

Wear sneakers and clothes that are comfortable to dance in. Bring knee-pads.

Please bring a picture and resume. Be prepared to dance at 9:30 AM sharp.

LOCATION

Pearl Studios (500)

500 8th Ave

New York, NY 10018-6504

Holding Room - Studio 412; Audition Room - Studio 409

PERSONNEL

Music & Lyrics: Alicia Keys

Book: Kristoffer Diaz

Director: Michael Greif

Choreographer: Camille A. Brown

Music Supervisor: Adam Blackstone

Music Consultant: Tom Kitt

Casting: Heidi Griffiths/Kate Murray

Casting Associate: Chalin Tulyathan

EXPECTED TO ATTEND:

Heidi Griffiths, Kate Murray (Casting Directors)

Chalin Tulyathan (Casting Associate)

Raechelle Manalo (Dance Captain)

William Roberson (Assistant Dance Captain)

OTHER DATES

Currently running - no closing date set.

OTHER

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

HELL'S KITCHEN

SYNOPSIS: In the mid 90’s, in an apartment high above the energy and grit of Manhattan’s Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood, 17-year-old Ali squints toward the horizon until she can just see the Hudson River. Despite the warnings of her protective mother, the symphony of the street calls to her—promising freedom, excitement, and the possibility of love. Finding herself. When a wise piano teacher helps her find her voice, Ali learns she can make the city her own.

SEEKING:

Future replacements (the following roles are CAST)

TINY/ENSEMBLE: CAST Character is a young Black woman in her early 20’s. A friend of Ali’s from her Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood. Street smart with a sense of humor. A strong singer/dancer who is comfortable with R&B/pop/jazz vocals and harmonizing. Rap skills are a plus.

JESSICA/ENSEMBLE: CAST Character is a young Latina woman, 18+ to play late teens/early 20’s. A friend of Ali’s from her Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood. Street smart with a sense of humor. A strong singer who is comfortable with R&B/pop/jazz vocals and harmonizing.

RIQ/ENSEMBLE/UNDERSTUDY KNUCK: CAST Character is a young Black man in his early 20’s. From Ali’s Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood. Must feel authentically convincing as a young man who grew up–and can hold his own–in a tough neighborhood in NYC in the 90’s. A strong singer/dancer who is comfortable with R&B/pop/jazz vocals. KNUCK: A young man in the neighborhood that Ali falls in love with. A bucket-drummer. While he may appear tough to those who don't know him, he is a sensitive and soulful spirit, who is growing increasingly frustrated with a world that insists on stereotyping him and treating him as a threat. Percussion experience a plus.

Q/ENSEMBLE: CAST Character is a young Black or Latino man in his 20’s. From Ali’s Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood. Must feel authentically convincing as a young man who grew up–and can hold his own–in a tough neighborhood in NYC in the 90’s. A strong singer/dancer who is comfortable with R&B/pop/jazz vocals. Percussion experience a plus.

MILLIE/ENSEMBLE (UNDERSTUDY JERSEY):CAST Character is a Hispanic woman in her 40’s. An extraordinary, powerfully-voiced singer with a STRONG high belt. Must be comfortable with R&B/pop/jazz vocals and harmonies. Ali’s neighbor who has known Ali for her entire life. Must be comfortable speaking lines in Spanish. Will understudy JERSEY: Ali’s mother, raising her as a single mom. Tough, outspoken, not afraid of a fight. Extremely protective of her daughter, to a degree that strikes fear into the hearts of all Ali’s friends. Distrustful of the outside world, most particularly of the intentions of men, she’ll do anything she can to keep her daughter safe and give her the best shot at life.

CRYSTAL/ENSEMBLE/UNDERSTUDY MISS LIZA JANE: CAST Character is a Black woman in her 40’s. Ali’s neighbor who has known Ali for her entire life. Warm, with a witty sense of humor. A strong singer who is comfortable with R&B/pop/jazz vocals and harmonizing. Will understudy MISS LIZA JANE: A longtime resident of Ali’s building who becomes Ali’s piano teacher. Outwardly stern and taciturn, with incredible gravitas and presence. Puts tremendous value on discipline and focus, but despite her imposing presence, approaches Ali with patience and empathy, and teaches her about life and adulthood, in addition to music.

RAY/ENSEMBLE/UNDERSTUDY DAVIS: CAST Character is a Black man in his late 30’s-early 40’s. Ali’s doorman. A large, physically imposing presence, but a kind heart. Feels like a real person, not an actor. He looks out for Ali and all the residents of Manhattan Plaza. A strong singer and mover. This role will likely understudy other roles. Also understudies DAVIS: Ali’s father. A traveling musician, who has been absent for her entire life. Charming and likable. A true artist. His true love is music, and although he also loves his family, it’s difficult–maybe impossible–for him to make space for both.

ENSEMBLE DANCERS: CAST All genders. A group of 8 dancers that is as diverse as New York city itself. Seeking eclectic, athletic, individual, unique, and highly skilled dancers. Particularly interested in dancers who also possess unique, offbeat looks and energies that would feel authentic to NYC in the 1990's. Must possess strong knowledge of and ability with all dance styles. Must have a strong sense of rhythmic ability. Special skills (i.e. acrobatics, backflips, etc.) a plus. Styles of dance we are seeking: HIP HOP, RHYTHMIC, AND CONTEMPORARY DANCE.

OFFSTAGE UNDERSTUDY ALI/JESSICA/TINY: CAST Character is a young Black woman, 18+ to play late teens/early 20’s. To understudy the roles of Ali: LEAD role. A strong, stubborn girl with a rebellious streak who is trying to carve out her own identity independent of her mother’s overprotective, ever-watchful eye. Also understudies Jessica, and Tiny (see character descriptions above). This is an offstage role

OFFSTAGE UNDERSTUDY JESSICA/TINY/ALI: CAST Character is a young Black woman, 18+ to play late teens/early 20’s. To understudy the roles of Jessica, Tiny, and Ali (see character descriptions above). This is an offstage role.

OFFSTAGE UNDERSTUDY RIQ/Q/KNUCK: CAST Character is a Black man in his early 20’s-30’s. To understudy the roles of RIQ, Q, and KNUCK (See character descriptions above).

OFFSTAGE UNDERSTUDY DAVIS/RAY: CAST Character is a Black man in his 40’s. To understudy the roles of Davis and Ray (see character descriptions below). This is an offstage role.

OFFSTAGE UNDERSTUDY MILLIE/CRYSTAL: CAST Character is a Latina woman in her 40’s. To understudy the roles of Maria and Crystal (see character descriptions above).

OFFSTAGE UNDERSTUDY CRYSTAL/MISS LIZA JANE: CAST Character is a Black woman in her 40’s-50’s. To understudy the roles of Miss Liza Jane and Crystal (see character descriptions above).

OFFSTAGE MALE & FEMALE ENSEMBLE SWINGS: CAST BIPOC Men & Women, 20’s-30’s. To cover from 4 – 8 ensemble dancers, and potentially other ensemble roles (see character descriptions above).

SALARY

Production (League) $2638 weekly minimum

UNION

AEA