OPEN AUDITIONS

[phoenixstrut]

A magnificent chandelier hangs overhead, casting the theatre in warm, golden light as it dominates the space...


Throughout Theatre, casting signs could be seen posted here and there to guide those auditioning to the stage along with their guests, should they have brought one or two- anything beyond that would be politely turned away. Once backstage, they would be greeted by a staff member, pen and clipboard in hand and a table nearby on which to collect resumes and headshots. Musical accompaniment is, of course, provided if needed, and the sheet music for the individual’s chosen pieces can be left with the pianist stationed just off to the left.

There are a few moments to mingle (or warm up, should they not be socially inclined) before the actual auditions are to begin and a rather expensive looking couple takes the stage to greet the pool of collected talent… and shoo those accompanying them to the middle rows of the auditorium.

“Ah, hello! Good afternoon, everyone, and thank you all for your interest. Let’s go ahead and dive right in, shall we?” He rubs his hands together as he waits for the check-in list, flipping through the first two pages, then addressing everyone one more.

“As noted in the original casting call, we will be doing things a little unconventionally this afternoon. For those of you familiar with this particular production, you know there are quite a few duets scattered throughout. With that in mind, once our initial cut has been made after your solo performances, we will be pairing you up for a second exercise, just to feel out the balances and chemistry within our potential cast.”

The woman steps up beside him and gives them all a bright smile as she clasps her hands together before her. “Do remember- keep your head up, truly feel your piece, and… please project. While we do have the technology these days to aid you, we’d love to hear you truly give it your all and this is a musical about an Opera.”

Seems like that might be a bit of an inside joke with the stagehands that have collected along the perimeter of the stage, particularly punctuated by the few staff members that have taken up post at the back of the auditorium and are now giving them all a thumbs ups and waves.

“Break a leg.”


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Each character will have received an audition packet either through their agent (for those affiliated with Fama Talent Agency) or through their own pursuit a week or two in advance. Inside the packet there are call times, the requirements for each roll, a rough schedule of rehearsals for the next two months, and sheet music for a pre-selected song the casting director would like to hear, depending on which role the character shows interest in. They will, however, be asked to sing a song of their own choosing first.

While most of the lead roles have been predetermined oocly, feel free to have your character audition anyway! Phantom has a rather large cast, and we’re definitely looking to make this a fun event for everyone in the long run! If you have something specific in mind, hmu up on plurk (@dovefire) or Dove’s journal. Even if you choose not to have your character make the cut, there’s still the gala and opening night to look forward to! Keep in mind that this is a professional production and the characters will be ICly treated as such.

Feel free to ‘interact’ with each character’s performance (reactions are highly encouraged), though do know that any heckling that disturbs the audition will not be tolerated (unless it’s totally cool with the mun..then go wild.)

Everything else is fair game! Arrival, preparation… aftermath. Up to you!

CAST LIST
Erik (Phantom) - Augustine
Christine Daaé - Dove Eden
Viscount Raoul de Chagny - Camus
Meg Giry - Leanne

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Dove | Open to all!

[phoenixstrut]

Arrival/Pre-audition
Around mid-morning, documents tucked securely under her arm and outfit a little more put together than usual for a casual walk, Dove makes her way from her apartment to the street, focus clearly not on those around her. This audition is huge for her, not because of the work itself, but because of the freedom she now has to even try. It would never be allowed back home, even if she had still been just a simple guardian angel. To showcase an Angelic voice on earth was risky, and her modeling career had already pushed a few boundaries she never should have toyed with… To think of the Archangel participating in anything like a broadway level production was dangerous for them all, and would likely send her High Council into full blown hysterics.

Not that she could blame them. The separation between humans and angels had existed well before her time and (with any luck) would continue far after her time, keeping everyone safe in the long run.

Here though, it didn’t matter. Here she didn’t have to be in such control, didn’t have the responsibility to protect her people and the souls of those on earth. Here, she wouldn't be held to seemingly impossible political standards she couldn't understand.. Here she was free to find her own path and explore every option....even if her divinity was still trying to corner her here and there.

Here she would be ignoring it and would be auditioning for one of her favorite musicals.

Determined and spirits high, she would take only one detour on her way to the theatre, stopping by a nearby cafe to pick up one of her favorite hot teas and share a bright smile with the familiar barista behind the counter.

It was going to be a good day.

Afterward

The rush of the auditions may be over, but Dove is glowing.

No. She's really glowing, not bothering to hold back her excitement.

Afterward

[idoliceking]

Camus had returned to reading his book between being called for things, and was working on finishing the chapter he was on before returning to his apartment.

As he stood and collected his things, he saw Dove out of the corner of his eye, and what he saw made him turn and stare.

Was she... glowing?

No, it had to be a trick of the lights.

[phoenixstrut]

It took her a few moments to feel someone looking at her, but when she turned and caught his eye, she instantly switched her focus, thanking the man she had been talking with and accepting the paperwork he handed her before she made her way over to Camus.

Nope. She's definitely a little glowy, though it's almost more a feeling than an actual sight to see.

"Hey! Congrats!"

[idoliceking]

Camus blinks for a moment. He had to be imagining that. It was definitely a trick of the light. He switched on the professional mode, to hide the shock.

"Thank you, my lady. You also."

[phoenixstrut]

She tips her head a little, mildly amused. "You okay? It's been a really long day."

Pre-audition

[despisesthegods]

Styxx had been having a mostly relaxing day staying to himself as he usually seemed to, and had walked into the cafe not too long before Dove had to order a tea of his own. It was no wine of course, but while in the Sahara, he'd learned what a necessity tea really was during such hot times and hadn't gotten used to it. When Dove entered he'd only just managed to get hold of his cup of tea though he smiled as he saw her. She looked as if she was working hard, so he'd let her order before cutting in to pay for her tea for her instead.

"This one's on me, Dove."

[phoenixstrut]

Her mind is so far elsewhere (and what little she can spare currently on the barista) that she doesn't even register who else is in the room until he steps up to pay for her drink. That seemingly warm glow about her only seems to brighten a tiny bit- but maybe it's just her smile.

"Hey! Thanks...that's really sweet of you."

[despisesthegods]

"You're welcome. I figured it was the least I could do to keep you in such a good mood. Been having a good day I see."

[phoenixstrut]

She laughs and steps back away from the counter with a quick word of thanks to the barista and goestoward the end of the counter to wait for her tea. "Well... I don't know that it's so much a good mood as it is nerves, but I really appreciate it. It's... going to be a good day, I think."

[despisesthegods]

"You think?" He questioned, raising his brow at her in amusement.

[phoenixstrut]

"I hope so, anyway," she admits, pushing her hair back. "I've got an audition in an hour or so, so.... fingers crossed."

She turned to take her tea from the counter with another thank you and a bright smile, then turned back to Styxx. "What about you? You seem... upbeat."

[despisesthegods]

"Just enjoying the nice day and the quiet, that's all." And obviously enjoying a cup of tea. He still preferred open spaces to the cities, but there were moments when he enjoyed socializing even if it was rare, but this was one of those rare moments.

[phoenixstrut]

"It's nice to see. You're usually so...stoic," she grins up at him.

[despisesthegods]

"Most would usually say I'm an asshole actually."

[phoenixstrut]

She cocks her head to th side. "You? ....really?"

[despisesthegods]

"Often enough that I could have thought my name had been changed to it."

[phoenixstrut]

Yep, both brows are raised.

"Wow... Either you've changed your ways or I am a terrible judge of character..."

[despisesthegods]

He chuckled in response. "I'm sure many would tell you the second option. But to be quite fair, I can be an asshole."

[phoenixstrut]

"Can't most men, though?" she quips, rolling her eyes fondly. She's still not believing him wholeheartedly, but... she might be able to agree with that much.

[despisesthegods]

"Nah, I'm a special brand apparently as I'm sure my brother would tell you."

[phoenixstrut]

"...indeed."

Special brand indeed.

She shakes her head at him, trying not to laugh. This is the most easygoing she's seen him, and it's... kind of nice.

"So what does a lady have to do to keep you in such a good mood?"

[despisesthegods]

Well, good mood was a difficult term for it. He was always mourning his family, but this was certainly a better day then others.

"I can promise nothing I'm afraid, my lady." There he went being polite again.

[phoenixstrut]

"Drat, I knew it wouldn't be easy..."

The last time he had 'made no promises' he had ended up rescuing her from the ocean, though.


There's a pause as she narrows her eyes at her tea, then gives him a look.
"Nothing that's worth it ever really is though, right?"

Challenge accepted.

[despisesthegods]

Excuse him, but he is not meant to be a challenge dammit, and part of him suspected that she was seeing him that way now. What was it with people always wanting to pull him out of his misery? For now though, he merely raised a brow at her.

"Do you wish for me to attend so badly?

[phoenixstrut]

A stubborn man would forever be a challenge.

She blinks at him a moment, surprised, but lights up a little. "You want to come to the auditions?"