Gindependence Day (1st Workshop): Casting Call

GINDEPENDENCE DAY (1ST WORKSHOP): CASTING CALL

MISSION

American Legacy Theatre generates inviting, reimagined theatrical experiences for all people to have a voice in enriching society.

PROJECT

Gindependence Day is a darkly, comedic, new musical revue, by Terry Tocantins, about America’s long and complicated relationship with alcohol. Gindependence Day is entering its first workshop and is developed through ALT’s Playwrights for Change residency program.

TIMELINE

Video Auditions: NOW. Submit by Friday, September 25th, 2026 for first consideration. Auditions accepted after as well.

Rehearsals: November 2nd, 2026 – November 6th, 2026 ; 6:00pm – 10:00pm (2-3 hour rehearsals each day in this timeframe, exact time TBD)

Performances: November 7th and 8th, 2026

To submit a video audition:

Prepare no more than 2 of the attached sides provided in the Casting Call.
Prepare a vocal selection, any style.  Should be no longer than 1 minute.
If you play the piano, please include any piano accompaniment videos.  This is highly encouraged, but not required.

Send a video submission to info@americanlegacytheatre.org with the subject line of “Gindependence Day” – (Character(s) Auditioning For) – (Last Name).”

 

EXPECTATIONS

The Actor will structure, manage and execute the steps required to implement a high quality acting process that serves the integrity of the musical, bonds the other artists, aligns artistic vision, and heightens audience engagement with the piece.

 

COMPENSATION

This contract shall pay a stipend of $225

Artists are able to earn additional compensation for key audience referrals.

For inquiries, referrals, and consideration contact Matthew David Gellin, Executive Artistic Director, at info@americanlegacytheatre.org.

ROLES

Character List

Doug. Over Forty. Male.

CJ. Thirty. Female.

Bailey. Mid-Twenties. Male.

Remmy. Thirties. Female. (Also doubles as Brian Ryan)

 

A Character Breakdown and audition sides can be found HERE.

SUBMISSION

Video Auditions: NOW. Submit by Friday, September 25th, 2026 for first consideration. Auditions accepted after as well.

Rehearsals: November 2nd, 2026 – November 6th, 2026 ; 6:00pm – 10:00pm (2-3 hour rehearsals each day in this timeframe, exact time TBD)

Performances: November 7th and 8th, 2026

To submit a video audition:

Prepare no more than 2 of the attached sides provided in the Casting Call.
Prepare a vocal selection, any style.  Should be no longer than 1 minute.
If you play the piano, please include any piano accompaniment videos.  This is highly encouraged, but not required.

Send a video submission to info@americanlegacytheatre.org with the subject line of “Gindependence Day” – (Character(s) Auditioning For) – (Last Name).”