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"South Pacific" Play Looking For Young Talent

Jacksonville, FL, United States
ID: 618386Exp: 11/22/2026
$650/week
Description:

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Seeking young talent for "South Pacific" play. See the details below. About the project: Set on a tropical island during World War II, South Pacific follows two tragic love stories complicated by war and racial prejudice. Ensign Nellie Forbush, a naive Navy nurse from Arkansas, falls for Emile de Becque, a French plantation owner, but is shaken to learn he has mixed-race children, challenging her prejudices. Meanwhile, Lieutenant Joseph Cable, an idealistic Marine, loves Liat, the daughter of a local vendor, but fears societal bias. The musical features themes of love, prejudice, and war's harsh realities, with comedy from Seabees like Luther Billis. As tensions rise, Emile and Cable undertake a dangerous espionage mission, prompting Nellie to embrace Emile's children and reject her prejudices, choosing love and family. Rate: $450.00 – $650.00 per week Additional info: Rehearsals start: Monday, April 19th, 2027 Previews start: Thursday, 29th, 2027 Opening night: Friday, April 30th, 2027 Closing night: Sunday, June 6th, 2027 If you are interested, please apply.

3 roles

NganaFemale7-11 y.o.All ethnicities

Emile’s sweet Eurasian daughter. Native or East Asian heritage preferred. Vocal Range: Mezzo-Soprano (C4 to E5). Sings "Dites-Moi."

JeromeMale7-11 y.o.All ethnicities

Emile’s sweet Eurasian son. Native or East Asian heritage preferred. Vocal Range: Mezzo-Soprano (C4 to E5). Sings "Dites-Moi."

LiatFemale16-17 y.o.All ethnicities

Bloody Mary’s beautiful Tonkinese daughter who falls deeply in love with Lt. Cable. This is a non-singing role that requires a graceful actress who can convey deep emotion through movement, dance, and pantomime.