Auditions
Metamorphoses
adapted by Mary Zimmerman
directed by Lauren Albonico
Mary Zimmerman’s Metamorphoses, based on the ancient classical myths of Ovid, is a dynamic ensemble play that is humorous, moving, haunting, and deeply satisfying in the end. It will be set around a small shallow pool of water, which will be utilized in a variety of inventive and playful ways.
When: Auditions Saturday Oct. 5 2024 12:00-3:00pm
(Callbacks Sunday Oct. 6 2024 at 6:30pm)
Where: Vortex Theatre, 2900 Carlisle Blvd NE
Seeking: 4 men and 4 women, any ethnicities. Show will be very physical, athletic, and a bit messy! (Water is involved.) So, we are looking for physically able actors ages 18 - 50.
Audition Format: please prepare a contemporary 1-2 minute monologue, preferably humorous. Please reserve an audition time. (we will also accept walk-ins).
Production Dates: Jan. 10 - Feb. 2 Fridays at 7:30, Saturdays at 7:30, Sundays at 2:00
Rehearsals Begin: Monday Nov. 18th 2024. We will rehearse Mon-Fri evenings 6:30-9:30. (We will have a 5 day Thanksgiving weekend break and also a break for 5 days surrounding Christmas)
Hamlet
directed by Leslee Richards
&
Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead
directed by Paul Ford
Shakespeare's stunning tragedy and Tom Stoppard's absurdist comedy will be performed in repertory March 21 - April 27. Many cast members will perform in both plays. Rehearsals will start in December/January.
Auditions: October 26 - 9 am - 12 noon
October 27 - 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Movement auditions and callbacks will be held the following week and those actors wanted will be notified.
Prepare a 1 - 2 minute Shakespearean monologue.
Reserve an audition appointment. For more information, contact Paul Ford at pfordtm@unm.edu and Leslee Richards at lesleerich@gmail.com.
New Play Readings
The Vortex has produced numerous national and international premieres in its 48-year history, many of these by New Mexico Playwrights. In our efforts to locate fresh opportunities and to support the development of new works, we regularly present semi-staged readings of new works followed by feedback sessions with the playwright and director.
Join Us: December 1, 6:30 pm
A Year in Querky Town
by Terri Klein
If you are a playwright, interested in hearing your work, please email info@vortexabq.org and attach a copy of your script.