Date: Sunday, January 7, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Zeiders American Dream Theater

Please join us for auditions! We are casting for two exciting productions – a vibrant music revue and a
heartwarming family show. The music revue is a multi-genre music production, and the family show will
be a devised piece (created by the ensemble) consisting of unique stories from the artists. We welcome
performers of all ethnicities and cultural backgrounds to bring these productions to life.

Production: All Roads Lead to Home – A Roūge Original Production Series
Production Dates: Multiple dates TBA between January 30 – June 30, 2024
Director: Leila Stephanie
Compensation: Paid

What We’re Looking For & Audition Details:
• Actors with a passion for storytelling. We are especially interested in the inclusivity of
artists who have cultural experiences rooted in BIPOC communities and are interested in
sharing their stories.
•Acting Only: Prepare a 1 to 2-minute monologue
• Singers with captivating voices and stage presence
•Singing: Prepare a 1 to 2-minute vocal performance
•Singing and Acting: Prepare a 1-minute vocal performance & 1-minute
monologue

Bring any necessary prerecorded accompaniment for vocal auditions. Headshots and resumes are
appreciated but not required. Our goal is to create a cast that reflects the rich tapestry of cultures within
our community, so we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to audition.

Location:
Zeiders American Dream Theater
4509 Commerce Street
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
RSVP and Inquiries:
leila@rougeva.org
404-944-7863

Roūge VA is an equal-opportunity employer. We value and respect the diversity each artist brings to the
stage. We look forward to seeing the incredible talent that our community has to offer!

Black Girl Magic 

Written by: Sharon Cook

Music and Lyrics by: Roberta Lea

Directed and Choreographed by: Jennifer Kelly-Cooper

SYNOPISIS

A young Black woman filled with self-doubt, takes a journey through time guided by her African ancestors and finds self-love and acceptance.

AUDITIONS

Seeking performers from school age to 60+

Vocal Auditions –  Saturday, January 6th 11AM – 4:30PM 

*Bring a vocal track (karaoke track) to sing with.

Dance Auditions – Sunday, January 7th 2–6PM

Callbacks – Monday, January 8th (By request only)

If you wish to audition please complete the Audition Form so that we can best accommodate all seeking to audition.

LOCATION

The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd

740 Hampton Blvd.

Norfolk Virginia 23505

REHEARSAL

Rehearsals are slated for Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays starting Monday, January 15th.

PERFORMANCES

Friday, March 1st – Kelsey Theater

Saturday, March 2nd – Kelsey Theater

Sunday, March 3rd – Kelsey Theater

*Please note that this production of Black Girl Magic will travel to New Jersey. Travel and lodging will be provided.

Watch the Black Girl Magic Trailer here!

UPAC welcomes those of all artistic journeys and abilities. Although this story is told through the lens of a Black woman, all women are encouraged to audition

Norfolk, VA – Virginia Stage Company is proud to announce the opening of its much-anticipated production, Dial M for Murder, a classic thriller that promises to captivate audiences with its suspenseful plot, riveting performances, and masterful storytelling.  This production is presented by The Edwin S. Webster Foundation.

Patrons of Virginia Stage Company will be transported to the elegant and mysterious world of Frederick Knott’s renowned play. Set against the backdrop of London in the 1950s, Dial M for Murder follows the story of Tony Wendice, a retired professional tennis player who devises a cunning plan to murder his wealthy wife, Margot. What unfolds is a web of deceit, betrayal, and unexpected twists that will keep theatergoers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end.

American Theatre magazine notes that Dial ‘M’ for Murder is one of the Top 10 most-produced shows of the 2023-2024 season, but Virginia Stage Company is the only theatre using the original Frederick Knott script.  Learn more here.

The cast of Dial M for Murder features a stellar lineup of seasoned actors, including Michelle Liu Coughlin as Margot Wendice, Joe Delafield as Max Halliday,  Daniel Domingues, Jr. as Tony Wendice, Steve Pacek as Captain Lesgate, and Jan Neuberger as Inspector Hubbard. Under the direction of Mark Shanahan (The 39 Steps, The Hound of the Baskervilles), this talented ensemble brings the characters to life with depth and nuance, ensuring an immersive and engaging theatrical experience.

Virginia Stage Company’s Producing Artistic Director, Tom Quaintance, expressed enthusiasm about the upcoming production, stating, “I’m thrilled that Mark Shanahan is at the helm of Dial ‘M’ for Murder. His belief that mystery and comedy are close cousins grants him a deft touch building tension in scenes. He knows what’s important in a story and how to establish a relationship between actor and audience.”

Art that pushes the envelope is taking over The Z this April. The Z Fringe Festival is returning to Virginia Beach Town Center, and submissions of unique creative works are now open!
Artists of all kinds are invited to take part in this new festival, and are encouraged to submit pieces that may span multiple genres. Submissions are open from December 15-January 15.

“Monologues and new plays are just the tip of the iceberg,” said The Z’s Marketing Director, Jessi DiPette. “We are really looking forward to seeing new pieces of physical theatre, music, any piece of art that tells a story in a compelling way.”

The Z’s Fringe Festival is a celebration of self-produced performance art that pushes the envelope and makes a statement. Performances at The Z Fringe are theatrically-based, meaning they have a viewpoint, tell a story, or connect multiple pieces with a theme. Like the origin story of Fringe Festivals, The Z Fringe was created to give performing artists access to performance space and the opportunity to explore new concepts and performance formats that don’t fit a ‘traditional’ production model.

The 2024 Festival builds on the success of last year’s inaugural weekend with 2 new categories of submissions: “Visual Arts” and “Works in Progress”

Visual Art: Gallery-style showcases of visual art of all mediums. A separate submission window will be held for visual arts.

Works in Progress: Artists may present a new work still in the creative process for audience feedback on performance day.

Artists may submit pieces for 15-90 minute time slots, and will receive 50% of the ticket fees for their performance.

Want to Submit? Learn more about The Z Fringe Festival and submit your work at www.thez.org/zfringe. There is no fee to submit your work. The Festival will debut at The Zeiders American Dream Theater April 5-6, 2024

Virginia Beach – Get up to 2 tickets to The Z’s Holiday Season! Zeiders American Dream Theater (The Z) in Virginia Beach Town Center is ringing in the holiday season with a “Give & Get” Ticket Campaign that benefits underserved groups in the community. 

When patrons give tickets to the Z Ticket Bank, they can receive up to two tickets to attend one of The Z’s holiday favorites.

The Z Ticket Bank provides free tickets to individuals and community organizations in need, inspiring creativity through access to a professional performance. Giving is easy this Holiday season! Ticket Bank organizations that benefit from free performances include Seniors Aging Gracefully, the USO, and the Boys & Girls Club. 

Audiences are then invited to use their tickets to attend one of The Z’s popular holiday favorites: 

 

Holidivas:

Dec. 14-16, 7:30PM  & Saturday at 2PM

Holidivas returns, and bigger than ever! A true fan-favorite, Holidivas is one of The Z’s most popular cabarets, always different and delightful! Featuring Holidivas ready to belt out the holiday’s best, plus our Community Choir and special guest performers ready to fill our main stage with the joy of music. Heart-warming and  sprinkled with comedy, you won’t want to miss this annual holiday tradition, December 14-16, only at The Z. 

A Motown Christmas

Nov. 30-Dec. 9, select performances at 7:30PM, 3PM, 4PM

 A musical Cabaret exploring traditional holiday classics with the Motown Flare we all know and love! Celebrate the joyous holiday season with one of the most incomparable musical institutions of America! Motown Christmas is a musical Cabaret that takes you on a journey through the ages that explores the iconic Motown Catalogue and their contributions to music as we know it today!

 

Children’s Theater of Hampton Roads: Uncle Wiggily’s Christmas Carol 

Dec. 22-23, 11AM & 2PM

You’re invited to the Woods for a holiday tea at Uncle Wiggily’s house… only Uncle Wiggily is the last to know! In order to keep you entertained, the old rabbit gentleman will have to get everyone’s help to put on the biggest production the forest has ever seen: Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”!

 

You’ll meet Nurse Jane Fuzzy Wuzzy the muskrat housekeeper, Jumpo Kinkytail the Monkey, Doctor Possum (the possum), and a slew of madcap characters as they portray the quintessential Christmas tale… with just a few minor changes! With enduring themes of love, generosity, and second chances, there’s no better way to celebrate the season than with Uncle Wiggily and his forest friends in CTHR’s beloved adaptation. A charming and original spin on the classic, and great holiday fun for the entire family.

 

Appropriate for all ages, best enjoyed by those four and up.

Learn more about the 2023 Give & Get Ticket Bank HERE.