Do you look 17-21 years old? Can you sing "Tonight, Tonight"? Then you might be the next Tony or Maria in the new Broadway revival of WEST SIDE STORY. An open casting call is being held on Monday for the two roles, which means you don't need to be an Equity member to audition.
Listen to the character descriptions that accompany the casting notice. They give a good idea of what the new revival will be like:
Tony: Early 20s. Strong high baritone with tenor notes – he does not HAVE to sing the high b flat at the end of “Maria”, but it would be preferred. He is not an innocent virgin; he is anxious, doubt-ridden and frustrated.
Maria: Should look 17 - 21. Lyric soprano – she does not HAVE to sing the high C at the end of “Tonight Quintet”, but it would be preferred. Innocent, but sexual. MUST be fluent in Spanish.
The open call is on Monday, June 2, 2008. Auditions begin at 10 AM at Chelsea Studios, 151 West 26th Street, 6th Floor. Tony must sing "Maria" from WSS. Maria can sing any song from WSS.