Seeking Teenagers for "Fires In The Mirror" in VA

Auditions are being held for "Fires In The Mirror," and the directors are looking for teen actors. See the details below. ONLY DC, MD & LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: The play is a compilation of interviews and headlines dealing with the Crown Heights race riots in Brooklyn New York in 1991. The riots stemmed from the death of Gavin Cato, a Black boy who was killed when a vehicle driven by a Hasidic Jew allegedly ran a stop light and careened onto a sidewalk where Gavin Cato was playing. The incident set off a series of angry reactions on both sides and culminated in the stabbing death of Rabbinical student Yankel Rosenbaum. The circumstances and aftermath reflected long-standing tensions between the Black and Jewish communities and highlighted the (often similar) struggles of each group against discrimination and bias. Themes include race relations, press coverage bias, perceptions of disparate treatment in health care, law enforcement, and political representation. Additional info: CALLBACKS (if needed) Wednesday, November 6, 2024, 7 PM. No appointment is necessary – auditioners will be seen on a first-come-first-served basis Please prepare a monologue that is one to two minutes long. Sides will be provided at the audition. Production dates: February 7, 2025 – February 23, 2025 Performances Fri./Sat. at 8 PM; Sun. at 2 PM TECH WEEK – February 3 – February 6, 2024. ALL CAST MUST BE AVAILABLE EVERY NIGHT Rehearsal dates*: 3 times per week - 2 weeknights (most likely Tues and Thurs), Saturdays Final schedule TBD Some rehearsals will be on ZOOM. Due to the intimate nature of our shows and venue – directors strongly encourage all participants to be COVID and flu vaccinated for the safety of the entire production team. Location: Laurel Mill Playhouse 508 Main Street Laurel, MD 20707 To be considered, please apply.