AUDITIONS. Working. Arnette Scott Ward Performing Arts Center Chandler-Gilbert Community College 2626 E. Pecos Road Chandler, AZ 85225

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1 AUDITIONS Working Arnette Scott Ward Performing Arts Center Chandler-Gilbert Community College 2626 E. Pecos Road Chandler, AZ Singers and actors needed! Auditions: Monday, April 21 at 6:00 pm Callbacks: Tuesday, April 22 at 6:00 pm Location: PAC 150 PERFORMANCES Friday, June 20 (7:30pm), Saturday, June 21 (2:00pm & 7:30pm), Monday, June 23 (7:30pm) REHEARSALS Beginning Wednesday, May 14, 2014 Monday Thursday from 6:00 pm 10 pm Extended tech rehearsals will be June :30 pm until finished PREPARE Two cuttings (contrasting pieces, 32 bar limit for each): 1) One ballad 2) One up-tempo Accompanist will be provided. Please submit photo and resume if available. CONTACTS Sally Jesse, Director Marcus Denton, Music Director

2 This revamped version of WORKING begins with a raw stage being prepared by actors and technicians for the performance about to begin. It starts on Monday morning as the actors introduce their characters and prepare for their day ("All The Livelong Day"). Mike Dillard, an ironworker, is the first we meet as he shares the pride of his manual labor, and his frustrations in the lack of recognition he receives for his simple yet important work. Meanwhile in the land of office cubicles, Amanda McKenny, a project manager at a major business, and several other employees whose personalities are confined to their cubicles, comment on what they do to pass the time of their boring jobs. Amanda, however has aspirations bigger than her current job, and shows her determination to work her way up through the ropes. Next, Freddy Rodriguez, a fast food worker who is thrilled when he gets to deliver food and receive tips ("Delivery") talks of his hopes of saving enough money to one day live out his dreams. Rex Winship, a hedge fund manager and Amanda's boss, tells us of his enjoyment in leadership and the attraction of women to money. He speaks of his aspirations to share his experiences and values one day as a teacher. Rose Hoffman, a third grade teacher, shares her experiences in dealing with different types of children and the changing times since she began working in 1967 ("Nobody Tells Me How"). Rose tells of one special student, Terry Mason who enters to share a story of a recent experience traveling as a flight attendant. A horn honks as Frank Decker expounds on his love of cruising through the country as a delivery truck driver ("Brother Trucker"). Going home to visit his wife is a hassle for Frank and even though he may find himself within minutes of his home, he finds it too difficult to go back to his family. He tries to call his wife to tell her he will not be coming back home, but his cell phone problems lead him to a phone call with Raj Chadha, an operator for Verizon tech support. Raj deals with the struggles of wanting to be a voice for someone in need but the limitations his job puts on costumer communication. Sharon Atkins, a receptionist steps in and joins Raj, discussing the negative aspects of jobs that are communication-based. Kate Rushton, a housewife receives a phone call that forces her to deal with the challenges of simple housework ("Just A Housewife"). Conrad Swibel, a UPS man, startles Kate when he arrives to deliver a basket. Conrad compares the excitement received from catching dogs and women unaware in an effort to spice up his job. A hustler, Roberta Victor, and a fundraiser, Candy Cottingham, discuss the necessities of working, scrambling to make money and getting lost in work. Grace Clements, a millworker, illustrates the dangers of a typical day at the factory and the hardships of living under a constant clock but offers her secrets to get through it ("Millwork"). Next, Allen Epstein, a community organizer, shares of the necessities and troubles in fighting for a better way of life. The cast enters, assuming various characters from the show, remembering their dreams and aspirations and the challenges that changed their plans along the way ("If I Could've Been"). An incredible lover of rocks, Anthony Coelho, a 60 year old stone mason, remarks on the joy he finds in his craft as shown by his incredible attention to detail that goes unnoticed by all but him ("The Mason"). Eddie Jaffe, a publicist, honestly reflects on his shortcomings as a person and how this is reflected in his work. Then Delores Dante, a waitress, explains her job as a passion of hers that she has perfected over the past 16 years ("It's An Art"). Several other common people enter to lament on getting laid off, the economy, and the battle to stay above it all. Joe Zutty, a retired fireman, offers advice on how to stay active after retirement ("Joe"). Tom Patrick, a current firefighter, expresses the intensity of having a life-threatening yet life-saving job. Utkarsh Trujillo, a caregiver, comes to take Joe back to his room and explains that while his job may not pay much, it is incredibly rewarding work; meanwhile, Theresa Liu, a nanny, talks about the joy she finds in caring for children of careless parents ("A Very Good Day"). A part of a family line of cleaning ladies, Maggie Holmes finds hope and strength in the belief that her daughter is of a new generation that will break the mold and make something more of herself than is family tradition ("Cleanin' Women"). Meanwhile, Ralph Werner, a 19 year old salesman, is sharing his life plan for living, working, and a family. Another 19 year old currently collecting unemployment, Charlie Blossom, tells of an incredible job he had with a Chicago paper and how he got fired through a plan he had concocted in hopes of being different. Mike comes back and is reminded of his son by Ralph and Charlie. He speculates on how quickly his child grew up and how quickly he must have grown up in his father's eyes ("Fathers and Sons"). The workers come back to restate the importance of taking pride in their work and acknowledge the impact that their work has had on so many other people's lives ("Something To Point To").

3 ROLES Casting notes: The 2010 Chicago production used a cast of six actors, three men and three women, to play the characters as follows. We may use more than 6 performers. MAN 1 Plays: Rex Winship, Frank Decker, Conrad Swibel, Mason Soloist, Tom Patrick, Ralph Werner Range: C3- A4 MAN 2 Plays: Freddy Rodriquez, Raj Chadha, Allen Epstein, Anthony Coelho, Utkarsh Trajilo, Charlie Blossom Range: D3- B4 MAN 3 Plays: Mike Dillard, Eddie Jaffe, Joe Zutty Range: B2- E4 WOMAN 1 Plays: Terry Mason, Sharon Atkins, Grace Clements, Theresa Liu Range: E3- D5 WOMAN 2 Plays: Amanda McKenny, Kate Rushton, Roberta Victor, Maggie Holmes Range: E3- E 5 WOMAN 3 Plays: Rose Hoffman, Candy Cottingham, Delores Dante Range: F 3- C5

4 AUDITION FORM Name Student ID E Mail Phone (hm) Cell Work Address City State Zip Age Voice Type: Soprano Mezzo Alto Tenor Baritone Bass Do you have any requests or restrictions concerning your participation in this semester s production? (i.e. Type of role you will accept: major, supporting, chorus, singing/dancing, etc) Please be aware that some roles may be double cast and you must be willing to be double cast. List any past productions you have performed in (Music Theater, Theater, Dance) with the Performance and mo/yr. Attach a resume if you have one. Have you had dance training? Yes No If yes, what type How many credit hours are you registered for this summer How many hours per week will you be working this summer

5 Performers in the musical are REQUIRED to complete 10 hours of assistance in either the costume or scene shop. Please indicate your areas of interest: Costuming Set Construction Props Additional work options may be available in tech support or office assistance. Performers selected for participation must enroll in the appropriate class section before the rehearsals begin and be a student in good standing throughout the production. Performers are also responsible for providing ONE usher for one of the performances. A sign- up sheet is available in the office and should be arranged at least two weeks prior to the performance. The usher will be allowed to view the production for free. Performers are expected to be on time for all scheduled rehearsals and performance calls. They agree to be fully prepared and ready to work cooperatively with cast and directors. PERFORMANCES Friday, June 20 (7:30pm), Saturday, June 21 (2:00pm & 7:30pm), Monday, June 23 (7:30pm) REHEARSALS Beginning Wednesday, May 14, 2014 Monday Thursday from 6:00 pm 10 pm Extended tech rehearsals will be June :30 pm until finished Please note all known conflicts with rehearsal and performances here: Your attendance is required at all scheduled dates not listed as a conflict above. Statement of Acceptance: I have read the terms of participation above and I agree to fulfill my obligations in fully participating in this production. I understand that college credit will be posted to my transcript based on my participation and fulfillment of this agreement. I also understand my MCCCD Student Account will be assessed $25 for each script given me if not returned completely erased before the beginning of the show s last performance and/or for each costume, accessory or prop not turned in immediately after the last performance. I will sign a separate contract explaining the Lease Agreement. Name Date ******** To be completed when role is accepted: Role/s Actor/Actress Date