FILM LISTINGS
Compiled by Mark Dundas Wood
FEATURE FILMS: CURRENTLY SHOOTING
The Big Wedding (aka Gently Down the Stream), a comedy. Directed by Justin Zackham. Shooting July 11–Aug. 23. With Robert De Niro, Amanda Seyfried, Katherine Heigl, Robin Williams, and Topher Grace. Principals: No further casting. Background: Lee Genick/Sylvia Fay & Associates Casting, 420 West End Ave., Unit Gr D, NYC 10024.
*Finchley Dreams, a satirical comedy. Directed by Larry Charles. Shooting to Aug. 24. Principals: No information available. Background: Grant Wilfley Casting, 123 W. 18th St., 8th floor, NYC 10011.
*Gods Behaving Badly, a feature, based on the book by Marie Phillips, about gods and goddesses from Greek mythology living in modern New York City. Directed by Marc Turtletaub. Shooting July 16–Sept. 26. With Alicia Silverstone, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Christopher Walken, Sharon Stone, Edie Falco, Oliver Platt, John Turturro, and Rosie Perez. Principals: No information available. Background: Central Casting New York, 875 Sixth Ave., Suite 2411, NYC 10001.
*NEW Imogene, a comedy about a playwright who fakes her own suicide in order to win back her ex, only to wind up in the custody of her gambling-addicted mother. Directed by Shari Springer-Berman and Bob Pulcini. Shooting Aug. 8–Sept. 19. With Kristen Wiig, Darren Criss, and Annette Bening. Principals: No further casting. Background: Kee Casting, P.O. Box 3175, Guttenberg, NJ 07093.
*The Paperboy, a drama about a journalist and his college-dropout brother, who are investigating the possible wrongful murder conviction of a prisoner. Based on the novel by Pete Dexter. Directed by Lee Daniels. Shooting from Aug. 1 to the end of September in New Orleans. With Matthew McConaughey, Zac Efron, Nicole Kidman, John Cusack, and Maxwell Rivera. Principals: Billy Hopkins, Chrystie Street Casting, 55 Chrystie St., Suite 501, NYC 10002. Background: No information available.
*NEW Revenge for Jolly, a dark comedy. Directed by Chadd Harbold. Shooting Aug. 2–22. Principals: No further casting. Background: Lee Genick/Sylvia Fay & Associates Casting, 420 West End Ave., Unit Gr D, NYC 10024.
Summer at Dog Dave's, a comedy-drama about a writer who moves to the country to revitalize his creativity. Directed by Rob Reiner. Shooting July 11–Aug. 12. With Morgan Freeman and Virginia Madsen. Principals: No further casting. Background: Lee Genick/Sylvia Fay & Associates Casting, 420 West End Ave., Unit Gr D, NYC 10024.
*NEW What Maisie Knew, a contemporary retelling of the Henry James tale. Directed by Scott McGehee and David Siegel. Shooting Aug. 11–Sept. 23. With Alexander Skarsgård, Julianne Moore, and Steve Coogan. Principals: No further casting. Background: Central Casting New York, 875 Sixth Ave., Suite 2411, NYC 10001.
UPCOMING FEATURES
*NEW Great Hope Springs, a comedy-drama about a long-married couple on an intense counseling-session weekend. Directed by David Frankel. Shooting Aug. 22–Oct. 11. With Steve Carell, Tommy Lee Jones, and Meryl Streep. Principals: No further casting. Background: Barbara McNamara Casting, 249 W. 34th St., Suite 500, NYC 10001.
*NEW Scoutmasters, a feature film. Directed by Todd Royal. Shooting Aug. 15–Sept. 26. Principals: No further casting. Background: Central Casting New York, 875 Sixth Ave., Suite 2411, NYC 10001.
TV IN PRODUCTION
*NEW The 2-2, an hourlong drama for CBS about six NYPD rookies. Shooting Aug. 8–Dec. 23. With Adam Goldberg and Leelee Sobieski. Principals: Information not listed. Background: Central Casting New York, 875 Sixth Ave., Suite 2411, NYC 10001.
Are We There Yet?, a half-hour comedy for TBS about a blended family. Shooting until December 2011. With Terry Crews and Essence Atkins. Principals: No information available. Background: Central Casting New York, 875 Sixth Ave., Suite 2411, NYC 10001.
Blue Bloods, an hourlong crime series for CBS. Shooting for the new season begins July 18 and continues to April 2012. With Tom Selleck, Donnie Wahlberg, Bridget Moynahan, and Will Estes. Principals: No information available. Background: Central Casting New York, 875 Sixth Ave., Suite 2411, NYC 10001.
Boardwalk Empire, a crime drama about Atlantic City for HBO. Shooting begins Feb. 1 and continues to August. With Steve Buscemi, Michael Pitt, Kelly Macdonald, and Michael Shannon. Principals: No information available. Background: Grant Wilfley Casting, 123 W. 18th St., 8th floor, NYC 10011.
The Colbert Report, a half-hour comedy show for Comedy Central. With Stephen Colbert. Production is ongoing. Principals: Barbara McNamara Casting, 249 W. 34th St., Suite 500, NYC 10001. Background: No information available.
*NEW CSI: NY, a police drama for CBS. New York City location shoot set for September. With Gary Sinise and Sela Ward. Principals: Not listed. Background: Central Casting New York, 875 Sixth Ave., Suite 2411, NYC 10001.
The Daily Show With Jon Stewart, a half-hour comedy show for Comedy Central. Production is ongoing. Principals: Barbara McNamara Casting, 249 W. 34th St., Suite 500, NYC 10001. Background: No information available.
A Gifted Man, an hourlong drama for CBS about a surgeon who communes with his dead wife. Shooting July 18–Dec. 15. With Patrick Wilson and Jennifer Ehle. Principals: Bernie Telsey, Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. Background: Central Casting New York, 875 Sixth Ave., Suite 2411, NYC 10001.
Gossip Girl, an hourlong drama for the CW about young socialites, based on the novels by Cecily von Ziegesar. Shooting for the new season began in early July and continues to March 2012. With Blake Lively, Leighton Meester, Penn Badgley, Chace Crawford, Taylor Momsen, Ed Westwick, Matthew Settle, Kelly Rutherford, and Jessica Szohr. Principals: Not confirmed. Background: Central Casting New York, 875 Sixth Ave., Suite 2411, NYC 10001.
The Heart, She Holler, a live-action soap opera series for the Cartoon Network (Adult Swim), about a town where inbreeding and stupidity prevail. Currently shooting; wrap date unknown. With Patton Oswalt and Kristen Schaal. Principals: Allison Estrin, Barden/Schnee Casting, 150 W. 28th St., #402, NYC 10001. Background: No information available.
I Just Want My Pants Back, a dramedy about a young slacker, based on the novel by David J. Rosen. Shooting from late July to September. Principals: No information available. Background: Grant Wilfley Casting, 123 W. 18th St., 8th floor, NYC 10011.
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, an hourlong NBC drama. Shooting began July 20 and continues to April 2012. With Danny Pino, Kelli Giddish, Diane Neal, and Stephanie March. Principals: Lynn Kressel Casting, Pier 62, Room 304, West 23rd Street and Hudson River, NYC 10011. Background: Central Casting New York, 875 Sixth Ave., Suite 2411, NYC 10001.
*NEW Nurse Jackie, a half-hour comedy-drama for Showtime about a New York City nurse. Shooting for Season 4 is set to begin in September. With Edie Falco, Eve Best, and Merritt Wever. Principals: No information available. Background: Central Casting New York, 875 Sixth Ave., Suite 2411, NYC 10001.
*NEW Onion News Network, a comedy series for IFC based on the popular newspaper parody. Shooting Aug. 9–Sept. 27. Principals: No information available. Background: Central Casting New York, 875 Sixth Ave., Suite 2411, NYC 10001.
*NEW Over/Under, an hourlong drama for the USA Network about a day trader with a gambling problem. Shooting begins in September. With Steven Pasquale. Principals: No information available. Background: Grant Wilfley Casting, 123 W. 18th St., 8th floor, NYC 10011.
*Pan Am, a drama about flight attendants and pilots, set in the early 1960s. Shooting began July 25; wrap date not yet determined. With Christina Ricci, Kelli Garner, and Margot Elise Robbie. Principals: Suzanne Smith, Chrystie Street Casting, 55 Chrystie St., Suite 501, NYC 10002. Background: Grant Wilfley Casting, 123 W. 18th St., 8th floor, NYC 10011.
Person of Interest, an hourlong drama for CBS about a presumed-dead CIA agent fighting crime in New York. Shooting begins in August. With Jim Caviezel. Principals: Mark Saks, 270 Lafayette St., Suite 200, NYC 10012. Background: No information available.
*Phil Spector, a biopic film for HBO. Directed by David Mamet. Shooting July 5–Sept. 8. With Al Pacino, Jeffrey Tambor, and Bette Midler. Principals: No further casting. Background: Kee Casting, P.O. Box 3175, Guttenberg, NJ 07093.
Royal Pains, an hourlong comedy for the USA Network about a physician treating the rich and fashionable. Shooting continues to October. With Mark Feuerstein. Principals: No information available. Background: Grant Wilfley Casting, 123 W. 18th St., 8th floor, NYC 10011. Seeking AFTRA background talent.
Smash, a one-hour drama for NBC about the mounting of a Broadway musical. Shooting in the fall. With Jack Davenport, Anjelica Huston, Debra Messing, and Katharine McPhee. Principals: Bernie Telsey, Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. Background: No information available.
Unforgettable, an hourlong drama for CBS about a crime fighter who recalls every detail of her life. Shooting continues to Dec. 12. With Poppy Montgomery. Principals: Suzanne Ryan, "Unforgettable" Casting, 770 Broadway, #240, NYC 10003. Background: Central Casting New York, 875 Sixth Ave., Suite 2411, NYC 10001.
*White Collar, an hourlong drama about a con man and an FBI agent. Shooting through Sept. 2. With Matthew Bomer, Tim DeKay, Tiffani Thiessen, Willie Garson, Marsha Thomason, and Sharif Atkins. Principals: No information available. Background: Central Casting New York, 875 Sixth Ave., Suite 2411, NYC 10001.
DAYTIME DRAMA
One Life to Live (ABC). Julie Madison (casting director), Victoria Visgilio (associate), Sheryl Baker-Fisher (assistant), 125 West End Ave., 5th floor, NYC 10023. Send headshots and résumés or postcards only. Series ends in January 2012.
THEATER LISTINGS
Compiled by David Sheward and Erik Haagensen
The following listings are NOT casting notices but are intended to provide the best general information available on current projects. The New York listings alternate between Broadway theater one week and film and television the next. Unless otherwise stated, all contact with casting directors should be through the mail. Do not phone or visit casting directors' offices. Broadway shows under the Equity Production Contract are required to conduct EPAs (Equity principal auditions) once a year and Equity chorus calls every six months. An asterisk (*) indicates an upcoming audition date.
Broadway: Upcoming
Annie, a revival of the 1977 musical by Charles Strouse (music), Martin Charnin (lyrics), and Thomas Meehan (book), based on the comic strip character Little Orphan Annie. Producer Arielle Tepper Madover plans to open it on Broadway in the fall of 2012 at a Nederlander theater TBA. James Lapine ("Into the Woods") has been announced as director. Casting: Pat Goodwin, Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. Last EPA for kids: June 30. Last open call for girls for the roles of Annie and the orphans: June 12.
Bob Fosse's Dancin', a revival of Bob Fosse's 1978 dance revue. Roundabout Theatre Company will produce. Graciela Daniele directs and re-creates Fosse's original choreography. Nicole Fosse (Fosse's daughter with Gwen Verdon) is creative consultant. Originally announced for spring 2009. Rehearsals begin July 12. Performances begin Sept. 1 at Studio 54, 254 W. 54th St., NYC. Opening date TBA. Casting: Jim Carnahan Casting, 231 W. 39th St., Ste. 1200, NYC 10018. Last Equity principal dancer auditions: March 7 and 8.
Bonnie & Clyde, a musical based on the lives of the famous criminal couple of the 1930s. Frank Wildhorn ("The Scarlet Pimpernel," "Jekyll & Hyde") is composing the music, Don Black ("Sunset Boulevard") is the lyricist, and Ivan Menchell is writing the book. A production ran Nov. 10–Dec. 20, 2009, at California's La Jolla Playhouse. A new production ran Nov. 12–Dec. 19, 2010, at the Asolo Repertory Theatre in Sarasota, Fla. Rehearsals begin Oct. 3. Performances begin Nov. 4 at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre, 236 W. 45th St., NYC. Opens Dec. 1. Casting: Justin Huff, Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. Last Equity chorus call for singers for the La Jolla production: June 23, 2009. Last EPA: July 21. Last Equity chorus call for singers: July 22.
Chinglish, a new play by David Henry Hwang about an American businessman in China. Leigh Silverman ("Well," "In the Wake") directs. This production ran at Chicago's Goodman Theatre through July 24. Performances begin Oct. 11 at the Longacre Theatre, 220 W. 48th St., NYC. Casting: Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. Last EPAs: Aug. 12.
The Columnist, David Auburn's new play about newspaper columnist Joseph Alsop, in a production from Manhattan Theatre Club. John Lithgow stars. Previews begin April 3, 2012, at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, 261 W. 47th St., NYC. Opens April 25 for a limited run. Casting and EPAs: TBA.
NEW *Death of a Salesman, a revival of the Arthur Miller classic. Philip Seymour Hoffman, Linda Emond, and Andrew Garfield star. Mike Nichols directs. First rehearsal period runs Sept. 12 – Oct. 1. Second rehearsal period begins Jan. 3, 2012. Opening and theater TBA. Casting: MelCap Casting, 260 W. 44th St., 3rd fl., NYC 10036. Upcoming EPAs: Aug. 18.
Detroit, Lisa D'Amour's play about two suburban couples dealing with financial woes. The play had its world premiere at Chicago's Steppenwolf Theatre, Sept. 9–Nov. 7, 2010. Austin Pendleton, who directed the Steppenwolf production, will also stage the Broadway production. Target opening: fall 2011. Casting and EPAs: TBA.
NEW *End of the Rainbow, Peter Quilter's new play with music, about Judy Garland and Mickey Deans. Terry Johnson directs. It will play a pre-Broadway engagement, Feb. 3–March 11, 2012, at Minneapolis' Guthrie Theater. Rehearsals begin Dec. 27. Broadway previews begin on or about March 18 at a theater TBA. Opens the end of March or early April. Casting: Pat McCorkle, McCorkle Casting, 575 Eighth Ave., 18th floor, NYC 10018. Upcoming EPAs: Aug. 24–26.
*Evita, a revival of the 1979 Andrew Lloyd Webber–Tim Rice musical. This production was a hit in London in 2006, and its star Elena Roger and pop star Ricky Martin will headline the Broadway transfer. Michael Grandage ("Red," "Frost/Nixon," "Hamlet" with Jude Law) will direct. Rob Ashford will do the choreography. Rehearsals begin in February 2012. Previews begin in March 2012. Target opening: April 2012. Casting: Craig Burns, Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. Last EPA: Feb. 24. Last Equity chorus call for singers: Feb. 3. Last Equity chorus call for dancers: March 11. Upcoming open call for the role of the Mistress: Aug. 19.
Fat Pig, a revival of Neil LaBute's 2004 play about a man dating an overweight woman. Dane Cook, Josh Hamilton, and Julia Stiles star. Casting: Wojcik/Seay Casting, 247 W. 38th St., NYC 10018. Performances were scheduled to begin April 12 at the Belasco Theatre, 111 W. 44th St., NYC, with an April 26 opening, but the production has been postponed to the 2011-12 season due to a major investor dropping out. Last EPA: Dec. 9, 2010.
Follies, a revival of the 1971 Stephen Sondheim–James Goldman musical about a reunion of showgirls. Eric Schaeffer directs. This production recently played the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. Performances begin Aug. 7 at the Marquis Theatre, 1535 Broadway, NYC. Opens Sept. 12. Casting: Laura Stanczyk Casting, 1674 Broadway, Suite 703, NYC 10019. Last EPA: June 27. Last Equity chorus call for male dancers: June 28.
Godspell, a revival of Stephen Schwartz and John-Michael Tebelak's 1971 musical based on the Gospel of St. Matthew. This production was scheduled to open in 2008 but was postponed when a major backer withdrew. Previews begin Oct. 13 at the Circle in the Square Theatre, 1633 Broadway, NYC. Opens Nov. 7. Casting: Craig Burns, Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. Last EPA: May 25. Last open call: July 7.
Gore Vidal's The Best Man, a revival of Gore Vidal's 1960 play about a presidential convention. Previously revived in 2000. Jeffrey Richards, a producer of the 2000 staging, again produces. Michael Wilson ("The Orphans' Home Cycle") directs. James Earl Jones will be one of the stars. Target opening: spring 2012.
Lysistrata Jones, a musical suggested by Aristophanes' "Lysistrata," which played Off-Broadway earlier this season, with a book by Douglas Carter Beane and a score by Lewis Flinn. Performances begin Nov. 12 at the Walter Kerr Theatre, 219 W. 48th St., NYC. Opens Dec. 14. Casting: Cindy Tolan Casting, 145 Sixth Ave., 7th floor, NYC 10013. Last EPA: July 25.
Man and Boy, a revised version of Terence Rattigan's 1963 play about a financial scandal. Frank Langella will star in and Maria Aitken ("The 39 Steps") will direct a production for Roundabout Theatre Company. Aitken staged a production in London in 2005. Previews begin Sept. 9 at the American Airlines Theatre, 227 W. 42nd St., NYC. Opens Oct. 9 for a limited run through Dec. 11. Casting: Jim Carnahan and Kate Boka, 231 W. 39th St., Ste. 1200, NYC 10018. Last EPA: June 20.
The Mountaintop, Katori Hall's two-character play about Martin Luther King Jr., which won the Olivier Award for best play during its London run. Kenny Leon directs, Samuel L. Jackson and Angela Bassett star. Casting: Jim Carnahan and Stephen Kopel, Jim Carnahan Casting, 231 W. 39th St., Ste. 1200, NYC 10018. Performances begin Sept. 22 at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre, 242 W. 45th St., NYC. Opens Oct. 13. Last EPA: May 3.
Nice Work If You Can Get It, a new musical set in the 1920s featuring a book by Joe DiPietro and songs from the George and Ira Gershwin songbook. Kathleen Marshall ("Anything Goes") directs and choreographs. Matthew Broderick is slated to star. An earlier version was to have starred Harry Connick Jr. but never got beyond the planning stages. Rehearsals begin in January 2012. Opens April 2012. Casting: Jay Binder Casting, 321 W. 44th St., Ste. 606, NYC 10036. Last EPA for the role of Billie (female): July 11.
On a Clear Day You Can See Forever, a new version of the 1965 musical by Alan Jay Lerner and Burton Lane about ESP and reincarnation, featuring a revised script by Peter Parnell and direction by Michael Mayer. A staged reading at Vassar College was produced during the summer of 2010, and a Vineyard Theatre developmental lab production, open to subscribers only, is ran July 25–30. The Broadway production will star Harry Connick Jr. Casting: Jim Carnahan and Stephen Kopel, Jim Carnahan Casting, 231 W. 39th St., Ste. 1200, NYC 10018. Performances begin Nov. 12 at the St. James Theatre, 246 W. 44th St., NYC. Opens Dec. 11. Last EPAs: March 16 and 18. Last Equity chorus call for singers: March 23. Last Equity chorus call for dancers: April 6.
Other Desert Cities, Jon Robin Baitz's play about a wealthy family in conflict over politics and its past. Presented Off-Broadway last season at Lincoln Center's Mitzi Newhouse Theater. Three of the original cast of five—Stacy Keach, Stockard Channing, and Thomas Sadoski—will reprise their roles. Rachel Griffiths and Judith Light will join the cast. Performances begin Oct. 12 at the Booth Theatre, 222 W. 45th St., NYC. Opens Nov. 3. Casting: Daniel Swee, c/o Lincoln Center Theater, 150 W. 65th St., NYC 10023. EPAs for understudies and possible future replacements: TBA.
Porgy and Bess, an adaptation of the classic 1935 folk opera by George and Ira Gershwin and DuBose Heyward that turns it into a musical, with a new book by Suzan-Lori Parks. Directed by Diane Paulus. Development workshop rehearsals began April 13, with a presentation on April 21. A full LORT production at the American Repertory Theater in Cambridge, Mass., will run Aug. 17–Sept. 30. Audra McDonald, Norm Lewis, and David Alan Grier star. Performances begin Dec. 17 at the Richard Rodgers Theatre, 226 W. 46th St., NYC. Opens Jan. 12, 2012. New York casting: Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. Last EPA: Nov. 18, 2010. Last EPA in Cambridge, Mass.: Jan. 31. Last Equity chorus call for dancers: Dec. 20, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for singers: Dec. 21, 2010.
Private Lives, a revival of Noel Coward's classic 1930 comedy, starring Kim Cattrall and Paul Gross. Performances begin Nov. 6 at the Music Box Theatre, 239 W. 45th St., NYC. Opens Nov. 17 for a limited run through Feb. 5, 2012. Casting and EPAs: TBA.
Rebecca, a musical version of Daphne du Maurier's suspense novel, with original book and lyrics by Michael Kunze and music by Sylvester Levay. Christopher Hampton will write the English book adaptation and will collaborate with Kunze on the English lyrics. Michael Blakemore and Francesca Zambello direct. This production will be based on the original production in Vienna. Performances begin March 27, 2012, at a Shubert Theatre TBA. Opens April 22. Casting info and EPAs: TBA.
Relatively Speaking, a program of three one-act plays: "Talking Cure" by Ethan Coen, "George Is Dead" by Elaine May, and "Honeymoon Motel" by Woody Allen. John Turturro directs. Rehearsals begin Aug. 15. Performances begin Sept. 20 at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre, 256 W. 47th St., NYC. Opens Oct. 20. Casting: Cindy Tolan Casting, 145 Sixth Ave., 7th floor, NYC 10013. Last EPAs: April 7, 9, and 10.
NEW The Road to Mecca, a revival of Athol Fugard's 1988 Off-Broadway drama, from Roundabout Theatre Company. Directed by Gordon Edelstein. Stars Rosemary Harris, Carla Gugino, and Jim Dale. Performances begin Dec. 16 at the American Airlines Theatre. Opens Jan. 17, 2012. Casting: Jim Carnahan Casting, 231 W. 39th St., Ste. 1200, NYC 10018.
Seminar, a new play by Theresa Rebeck about four young writers and their belligerent coach. Alan Rickman stars, and Sam Gold ("Circle Mirror Transformation") directs. Rehearsals begin Sept. 23. Performances begin in November at a theater TBA. Casting: MelCap Casting: 260 W. 44th St., 3rd fl., NYC 10036. Last EPAs: Aug. 16.
Stick Fly, a new play by Lydia R. Diamond about an affluent African-American family spending a weekend on Martha's Vineyard. Kenny Leon directs. The play was developed in a co-production with Huntington Theatre Company in Boston and Arena Stage in Washington, D.C. Rehearsals begin Oct. 17. Performances begin Nov. 18 at the Cort Theatre, 138 W. 48th St., NYC. Opens Dec. 8. Casting: MelCap Casting, 260 W. 44th St., 3rd fl., NYC 10036. Last EPAs: Aug. 4.
Venus in Fur, David Ives' two-character play, about a mysterious performer auditioning for a new work, is based on a classic erotic novel. Presented during the 2009-10 season at Off-Broadway's Classic Stage Company; this Broadway transfer is presented by Manhattan Theatre Club. Walter Bobbie directs, and Nina Arianda reprises her performance. Casting for the role of the playwright-director will be announced. Performances begin Oct. 13 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, 261 W. 47th St., NYC. Opening TBA. EPAs for understudies and casting info: TBA.
Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, a revival of Edward Albee's 1962 drama about a battling couple and their late-night guests. This Steppenwolf Theatre Company production was presented Dec. 13, 2010–Feb. 13, 2011, in Chicago and Feb. 25–April 10, 2011, at Washington, D.C.'s Arena Stage. The cast—Tracy Letts, Amy Morton, Carrie Coon, and Madison Dirks—will repeat their roles. Pam MacKinnon directs. Opens Oct. 13, 2012, at a Shubert theater TBA. Casting info and EPAs for understudies TBA.
Wit, a revival of Margaret Edson's 1998 play about a poetry professor undergoing treatment for cancer. Manhattan Theatre Club presents the production, which will star Cynthia Nixon. Previews begin Jan. 5, 2012, at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, 261 W. 47th St., NYC. Opens Jan. 26 for a limited run. Casting and EPAs: TBA.
Yank!, a musical by Joseph and David Zellnik about a gay soldier serving in World War II. An Off-Broadway production completed its run at the York Theatre Company on April 4, 2010. For the Broadway production, David Cromer takes over the direction from Igor Goldin. Roundabout Theatre Company presented a workshop for industry only Feb. 25–26. The Old Globe Theatre of San Diego will present a new workshop in New York City Oct. 20–Nov. 20. Casting: Duncan Stewart and Company, 165 W. 46th St., NYC 10036. Last EPA for the workshop: June 24. Last Equity chorus call for male dancers and singers for the workshop: June 25.
You Can't Take It With You, a revival of George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart's 1936 Pulitzer Prize–winning comedy about an eccentric family. Christopher Ashley directs. Casting: Jay Binder Casting, 321 W. 44th St., Ste. 606, NYC 10036. Originally scheduled to begin Broadway performances at a theater TBA on or about July 29 with an Aug 14 opening. No new dates announced. Last EPAs: Feb. 24, 25, and 28.
Broadway: Currently Playing
The Addams Family, a musical based on the cartoons of Charles Addams, with book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice ("Jersey Boys") and score by Andrew Lippa ("The Wild Party"). Phelim McDermott and Julian Crouch ("Shockheaded Peter") direct and design. Jerry Zaks is creative consultant. Bebe Neuwirth and Roger Rees star. Brooke Shields replaces Neuwirth as of June 28. Casting: Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, 205 W. 46th St., NYC. Opened April 8, 2010. Last EPA: Nov. 17, 2010. Last EPAs for tour: April 11, 14, and 15. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for Broadway: May 19. Last Equity chorus call for singers for Broadway: May 20. Last Equity chorus call for singers for tour: April 12. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for tour: April 18. Last open call for the role of Pugsley: Aug. 31, 2010.
Anything Goes, a revival of the 1934 Cole Porter musical, employing the book written by Timothy Crouse and Jerome Weidman for the 1987 staging. Roundabout Theatre Company presents the production, starring Sutton Foster and Joel Grey, with direction and choreography by Kathleen Marshall. Stephen Sondheim Theatre, 124 W. 43rd St., NYC. Opened April 7. Casting: Jim Carnahan Casting, 231 W. 39th St., Ste. 1200, NYC 10018. Last EPA: Aug. 18, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for singers: Aug. 11, 2010. Last Equity chorus calls for dancers: Sept. 13 and 14, 2010.
*Billy Elliot, a musical version of the 2000 film about an English boy who dreams of becoming a ballet dancer. Adult casting: Tara Rubin Casting, 570 Seventh Ave., Ste. 401, NYC 10018. Child casting: Nora Brennan Casting, 752 West End Ave., Ste. MC, NYC 10025. Imperial Theatre, 249 W. 45th St., NYC. Opened Nov. 13, 2008. Upcoming EPA for adult roles for Broadway and second national tour: Sept. 12. Last Equity principal dancer call for boys for the role of Billy: March 29. Last EPA for boys: Sept. 25, 2009. Upcoming Equity chorus call for adult singers and dancers for Broadway and second national tour: Sept. 13. Last EPA and open call for principal child roles: Oct. 4, 2008. Last Equity chorus call for child dancers (girls): April 2. Last Equity chorus call for child singers (boys): March 26, 2010. Last open auditions in L.A. for the roles of Billy and Michael: Jan. 23. Last Equity chorus call for child dancers for the second national tour: Feb. 20, 2010.
*The Book of Mormon, a new musical about the Mormon faith, by Robert Lopez ("Avenue Q") and "South Park" creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone. Directed by Casey Nicholaw and Trey Parker. A workshop ran July 26–Aug. 28, 2010. Eugene O'Neill Theatre, 230 W. 49th St., NYC. Opened March 24. Casting: Carrie Gardner, 231 W. 39th St., Ste. 1200, NYC 10018. Last EPA: Nov. 6, 2010. Last Equity principal chorus call for dancers: Oct. 30, 2010. Upcoming Equity chorus call for singers: Aug. 19. Upcoming Equity chorus call for dancers: Aug. 22.
Chicago, a revival of the 1975 musical. Casting: Duncan Stewart, National Artists Management Company, 165 W. 46th St., Ste. 1202, NYC 10036. Ambassador Theatre, 219 W. 49th St., NYC. Opened Nov. 14, 1996. Last EPA: Jan. 4. Last EPA for Equity Short Engagement Theatre Agreement tour: April 18. Last Equity chorus call for dancers: May 18. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for SETA tour: April 19.
*Hair, a revival of the 1968 rock musical, first presented in summer 2008 at the Delacorte Theater. Casting: Heidi Griffiths and Jordan Thaler, Public Theater, 425 Lafayette St., NYC 10003. Closed on Broadway June 27, 2010. National tour opened in New Haven, Conn., on Oct. 21, 2010. This touring production is playing Broadway for a 10-week stint, July 5–Sept. 10, at the St. James Theatre, 246 W. 44th St., NYC. Last EPA: Aug. 10, 2010. Last open call for principals: Jan. 21, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for singers: April 22. Last Equity chorus call for dancers: April 21. Last open call in Los Angeles: Dec. 10, 2009. Last Equity chorus call for singers: Aug. 17. Upcoming Equity chorus call for dancers: Aug. 18.
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, a revival of the 1961 musical. Daniel Radcliffe ("Equus," the "Harry Potter" films) and John Larroquette star. Rob Ashford directs and choreographs. Casting: Tara Rubin Casting, 570 Seventh Ave., Ste. 401, NYC 10018. Al Hirschfeld Theatre, 302 W. 45th St., NYC. Opened March 27. Last EPAs: Aug. 31, Sept. 1 and 2, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for singers: Sept. 13, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for dancers: Sept. 20, 2010.
Jersey Boys, a musical featuring the music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Casting: Tara Rubin Casting, 570 Seventh Ave., Ste. 401, NYC 10018. August Wilson Theatre, 245 W. 52nd St., NYC. Opened Nov. 6, 2005. Last EPA for Broadway and national tour: Nov. 17, 2010. Last open call for principals for Broadway and national tour: Sept. 16 and 17, 2009 (in Boston). Last EPAs for second national tour: July 19, 20, and 21. Last Equity chorus call for singers for Broadway and national tour: May 17. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for Broadway and national tour: May 19. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for second national tour: July 18. Last Equity chorus call for singers for second national tour: July 22.
The Lion King, a musical based on the 1994 animated film. Casting: Jay Binder Casting, 321 W. 44th St., Ste. 606, NYC 10036. Minskoff Theatre, 200 W. 45th St., NYC. Opened Nov. 13, 1997. Last EPA for Broadway and national tour: March 18, 2010. Last open call for kids for the roles of Young Simba and Young Nala: Nov. 20, 2010. Last call for submissions via email for the roles of Nala and Simba: Dec. 10, 2010. Last open call for kids: July 10, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for singers for Broadway and national tour: March 11. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for Broadway and national tour: Oct. 25, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for singers in Chicago: Oct. 29, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for dancers in Chicago: Nov. 1, 2010. Last open calls in Atlanta: April 10, 2010 (kids), and April 11, 2010 (adults). Last open calls in St. Louis: April 24, 2010 (kids), and April 25, 2010 (adults).
Mamma Mia!, a musical featuring the songs of ABBA. Casting: Eric Woodall, Tara Rubin Casting, 570 Seventh Ave., Ste. 401, NYC 10018. Winter Garden Theatre, 1634 Broadway, NYC. Opened Oct. 18, 2001. Last EPA for Broadway: Aug. 17, 2010. Last EPA for Equity Short Engagement Theatre Agreement tour: July 7. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for Broadway and SETA tour: April 5, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for singers for Broadway and SETA tour: April 8, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for Broadway: May 9. Last Equity chorus call for singers for Broadway: May 4. Last Equity chorus call for dancers in Los Angeles: March 19. Last Equity chorus call for singers in Los Angeles: March 18.
*Mary Poppins, a musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the 1964 Walt Disney film. Casting: Tara Rubin Casting, 570 Seventh Ave., Ste. 401, NYC 10018. New Amsterdam Theatre, 214 W. 42nd St., NYC. Opened Nov. 16, 2006. Last EPA: Sept. 8, 2010. Upcoming EPA for Broadway: Sept. 21. Last EPAs for tiered national tour: July 13, 14, and 15. Last Equity chorus call for singers for Broadway and national tour: July 28. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for Broadway and national tour: July 27. Last Equity chorus call for singers for tiered national tour: July 11. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for tiered national tour: July 12.
Memphis, a musical about a white disc jockey in the segregated South of the 1950s who causes controversy by promoting African-American music. Music and lyrics by David Bryan of Bon Jovi; book and lyrics by Joe DiPietro ("I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change"). Casting: Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. Shubert Theatre, 225 W. 44th St., NYC. Opened Oct. 19, 2009. Last EPA: Sept. 27, 2010. Last EPA for SETA tour: March 25. Last Equity chorus call for singers for Broadway: March 29. Last Equity chorus call for singers for SETA tour: March 24. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for Broadway: March 22. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for SETA tour: March 21.
The Phantom of the Opera, a musical based on the Gaston Leroux novel. The longest-running show in Broadway history. Casting: Tara Rubin Casting, 570 Seventh Ave., Ste. 401, NYC 10018. Majestic Theatre, 247 W. 44th St., NYC. Opened Jan. 26, 1988. Last EPA for Broadway: July 13. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for Broadway: July 12. Last Equity chorus call for singers: July 21. Last EPA for Broadway and national tour: July 14, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for singers for Broadway and national tour: Jan. 6. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for Broadway and national tour: Jan. 18.
Priscilla Queen of the Desert, a new musical based on the 1994 Australian film about a trio of drag queens, currently a hit in the West End. Palace Theatre, 1564 Broadway, NYC. Opened March 20. Casting: Telsey + Company, 315 W. 43rd St., NYC 10036. Last EPAs: Oct. 16, 19, and 20, 2009. Last Equity chorus call for dancers: Jan. 31. Last Equity chorus call for singers: Feb. 1. Last open auditions: Feb. 19, 2010. Last EPA for the role of Benjamin (young boy): Jan. 27. Last EPA for the role of Adam: May 14, 2010.
Rock of Ages, a new musical employing rock hits from the 1980s. Casting: Tiffany Little Canfield, Rachel Hoffman, and Justin Huff, Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. Brooks Atkinson Theatre, 256 W. 47th St., NYC. Opened April 7, 2009. Closed at the Brooks Atkinson on Jan. 15. Began performances at the Helen Hayes Theatre, 240 W. 44th St., NYC, on March 24. Last EPA for Broadway: March 17. Last EPAs for national tour: March 22, 23, and 24, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for Broadway: March 14. Last Equity chorus call for singers for Broadway: March 16. Last Equity chorus call for singers for national tour: March 25, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for national tour: March 26, 2010. Last open call for national tour (in Los Angeles): May 13, 2010.
Sister Act, a musical version of the 1992 film comedy, with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Glenn Slater, and book by Cheri and Bill Steinkellner and Douglas Carter Beane. Whoopi Goldberg and Stage Entertainment produced the London premiere, which opened June 2, 2009, to mixed notices and is still playing. Broadway Theatre, 1681 Broadway, NYC. Opened April 20. Casting: Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. Last EPA: Jan. 14. Last Equity chorus call for dancers: July 27, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for singers: Aug. 4, 2010. Last open call for the role of Deloris: Aug. 28, 2010. Last open call for the role of Sister Mary Lazarus: Jan. 6.
Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark, a musical about the comic-book superhero. Julie Taymor directs and collaborates on the book with Glen Berger. The score is by Bono and the Edge of U2. Philip William McKinley and Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa have joined the creative team to work on staging and book changes, respectively. Foxwoods Theatre, 213 W. 42nd St., NYC. Opened June 14. Casting: Justin Huff, Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. Last EPA: March 4, 2009. Last EPA for the role of Mary Jane: April 3, 2010. Last open call: April 13, 2009. Last Equity chorus call for dancers: July 5. Last Equity chorus call for singers: July 7. Last open call for dancers: April 27, 2009. Last open call in Hollywood: April 18, 2009. Last open call in Seattle: April 20, 2009. Last open call in Chicago: May 7, 2009. Last open call in Austin, Texas: May 27, 2009.
War Horse, a National Theatre of Great Britain production, co-produced with Lincoln Center Theater, based on Michael Morpurgo's novel about a boy and his horse before and during World War I. Casting: Daniel Swee, c/o Lincoln Center Theater, 150 W. 65th St., NYC 10023. Vivian Beaumont Theater, 150 W. 65th St., NYC. Opened April 14. Last EPA: June 3, 2010.
*Wicked, a musical based on the novel by Gregory Maguire. Casting: Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. George Gershwin Theatre, 222 W. 51st St., NYC. Opened Oct. 30, 2003. Last EPA for Broadway and national tour: Aug. 31, 2010. Last open call for dancers: May 8, 2007. Last Equity chorus call for singers for Broadway and national tour: May 18. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for Broadway and national tour: May 26. Upcoming EPA for Broadway and national tour: Aug. 23. Last EPA for second national tour: March 8. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for second national tour: Aug. 15. Last Equity chorus call for singers for second national tour: Aug. 9.
Note: Jerusalem is closing Aug. 21. Master Class, Baby It's You!, and Catch Me If You Can are closing Sept. 4. There is no further casting scheduled for these shows.
National Tour Only: Currently Playing and Upcoming
9 to 5, the musical version of the 1980 film comedy. SETA (Short Engagement Theatre Agreement) tour opened Sept. 21, 2010, in Nashville, Tenn. Directed and choreographed by Jeff Calhoun. Casting: Justin Huff, Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. Last Equity chorus call for singers: April 13, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for dancers: April 14, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for a male African-American dancer: Aug. 12, 2010.
American Idiot, a musical based on Green Day's 2004 album. Directed by Michael Mayer ("Spring Awakening"). National tour begins Dec. 28 in Toronto, Canada. Casting: Jim Carnahan and Carrie Gardner, 231 W. 39th St., Ste. 1200, NYC 10018. Last EPAs: Nov. 23, 24, and 25, 2009. Last EPAs for the national tour: Feb. 24, 25, and 28. Last Equity chorus call for singers: Sept. 16, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for the national tour: April 13.
Bring It On, a musical version of the 2000 movie about cheerleading squads at rival high schools. Lin-Manuel Miranda ("In the Heights") and Tom Kitt ("Next to Normal") collaborate on the music. Amanda Green ("High Fidelity") is writing the lyrics, and Jeff Whitty ("Avenue Q") pens the book. A workshop was held Sept. 13–Oct. 3, 2010, in NYC. A production ran Jan. 15–Feb. 20 at Atlanta's Alliance Theatre. National tour begins Oct. 30 in Los Angeles. N.Y./L.A. casting: Rachel Hoffman, Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. Last EPA for national tour: April 26. Last Equity chorus call for singers for national tour: April 27. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for national tour: April 19. Last open call for dancers and cheerleaders: May 22, 2010. Last Equity chorus call in L.A. for dancers: March 1, 2010. Last Equity chorus call in L.A. for singers: Feb. 28, 2010.
A Chorus Line, the classic 1975 musical conceived by Michael Bennett. Casting: Jay Binder Casting, 321 W. 44th St., Ste. 606, NYC 10036. Last EPA for principal dancers: Oct. 8, 2009.
The Color Purple, a musical based on Alice Walker's Pulitzer Prize–winning novel and the film version by Steven Spielberg, with book by Marsha Norman and music and lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis, and Stephen Bray. Oprah Winfrey is one of the producers. Directed by Gary Griffin. Choreographed by Donald Byrd. Casting: Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036.
Fela!, the musical about the Nigerian musician Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, directed, choreographed, and co-written by Bill T. Jones. Rehearsals begin in September. Contracts for SETA tour run Sept. 5–June 12, 2012. Casting: Mungioli Theatricals, 207 W. 25th St., 6th floor, NYC 10001. Last Equity chorus call for male dancers: Aug. 4.
Grease, the landmark musical smash about the 1950s, by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey, with additional songs from the hit 1978 film interpolated. Directed and choreographed by Kathleen Marshall. Casting: Sara Schatz, Jay Binder Casting, 321 W. 44th St., Ste. 606, NYC 10036. Last EPA: Sept. 30, 2009. Last Equity chorus call for dancers: Oct. 5, 2009. Last Equity chorus call for singers: Oct. 6, 2009.
In the Heights, a musical about a Hispanic neighborhood in Upper Manhattan. Casting: Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. Last EPA for national tour: Sept. 28, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for dancers: Jan. 4. Last Equity chorus call for singers: Jan. 11. Last open call for singers: Aug. 8, 2007. Last open call for dancers: Oct. 28, 2008.
La Cage aux Folles, a revival of the 1983 musical by Jerry Herman and Harvey Fierstein. Casting: Duncan Stewart, National Artists Management Company, 165 W. 46th St., Ste. 1202, NYC 10036. National tour starts in October. Last EPA: March 24. Last Equity chorus call for singers: May 12. Last Equity chorus call for dancers: May 13.
Legally Blonde, a musical based on the hit film, with book by Heather Hach and music and lyrics by Laurence O'Keefe and Nell Benjamin. Jerry Mitchell directs and choreographs. Casting: Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. Last EPA: Sept. 24, 2009. Last Equity chorus call for singers: March 11, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for dancers: March 12, 2010.
Les Misérables, the 25th-anniversary tour of the musical version of Victor Hugo's classic novel. Performances began at the Paper Mill Playhouse, Millburn, N.J., on Nov. 19, 2010. Tour began Jan. 4. Casting: Tara Rubin Casting, 570 Seventh Ave., Ste. 401, NYC 10018. Last EPA: April 23, 2010. Last Equity chorus calls for singers: April 26 and 27, 2010. Last Equity audition for the role of Gavroche (young boy): Sept. 25, 2010.
Next to Normal, a musical about a family dealing with the mother's depression. Book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey, music by Tom Kitt. Casting: Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. National tour opened Nov. 23, 2010, in Los Angeles. Last EPA: March 29, 2010. Last EPAs for national tour: May 11 and 13, 2010.
Shrek: The Musical, a musical version of the 2001 animated film, with book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire and music by Jeanine Tesori. National tour began in July 2010 at the Cadillac Theatre in Chicago. Casting: Tara Rubin Casting, 570 Seventh Ave., Ste. 401, NYC 10018. Last EPAs: Oct. 14, 15, and 19, 2009. Last Equity chorus call for singers: Nov. 30, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for dancers: Nov. 29, 2010.
South Pacific, a revival of the 1949 Rodgers and Hammerstein classic, from Lincoln Center Theater. Casting: Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. The national tour opened in San Francisco in September 2009. Last EPA: Oct. 5, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for male dancers: Jan. 31. Last Equity chorus call for male singers: Jan. 31.
Spring Awakening, the Tony-winning musical version of Frank Wedekind's classic play, with book and lyrics by Steven Sater and music by Duncan Sheik. Directed by Michael Mayer. Choreographed by Bill T. Jones. Casting: Jim Carnahan Casting, 231 W. 39th St., Ste. 1200, NYC 10018. Last EPA: Aug. 17, 2009. Last Equity chorus call for singers: Feb. 19, 2010.
West Side Story, a revival of the classic 1957 musical updating "Romeo and Juliet" to the gang-ridden streets of New York. David Saint re-creates the Broadway direction of Arthur Laurents, author of the book. Joey McKneely re-creates Jerome Robbins' original choreography. Casting: Stuart Howard Associates, 207 W. 25th St., Ste. 601, NYC 10001. Last EPA: Dec. 9, 2009. Last Equity principal dancer auditions: March 18 and 20, 2008. Last Equity chorus call for dancers: Oct. 12, 2010. Last EPA for the first national tour: March 18, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for the first national tour: July 30, 2010.
Young Frankenstein, a musical based on Mel Brooks' 1974 film comedy. Casting: Tara Rubin Casting, 570 Seventh Ave., Ste. 401, NYC 10018. Last EPAs: June 1, 2, and 3, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for dancers: June 7, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for singers: June 4, 2010.
Broadway: Workshops, In Development, Etc.
After the Dance, a revival of Terence Rattigan's 1939 play about dissolute young men about to be shaken up by World War II. The New York Post reports that a 2009 National Theatre production will transfer from London to Broadway, with Benedict Cumberbatch in the lead. Target opening: fall 2011.
Allegiance, a new musical by Jay Kuo (book, music, lyrics) and Lorenzo Thione (book) about a Japanese-American family held in an internment camp during World War II. A private reading in New York City with Lea Salonga, George Takei, and Telly Leung is scheduled for July 27–28. The Old Globe Theatre in San Diego is planning a production for 2012. Target Broadway opening: 2012-13.
American Psycho, a musical version of Bret Easton Ellis' novel about a Wall Street banker who is also a psychopathic killer. Duncan Sheik ("Spring Awakening") is writing the score, and Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa will do the book.
Beauty, a new musical that uses the Grimm fairy tale "Sleeping Beauty" as a jumping-off point. Regina Spektor will compose the music, and Tina Landau will direct and write the book. Target opening: 2011-12.
Berry Gordy Project, a musical based on the life of the Motown mogul. The New York Post reports that the show is in development and will employ Motown hits for the score.
Betty Boop, a musical based on the 1930s cartoon character, featuring a score by Grammy winner David Foster and a book by Sally Robinson and Oscar Williams. Target opening: 2010-11 season.
Big Fish, a musical based on the novel by Daniel Wallace and the 2003 film version, about a storytelling father and his skeptical son. Susan Stroman directs and choreographs. Andrew Lippa ("The Addams Family") writes the music and lyrics, and John August, who wrote the screenplay for the film, authors the book. Target Broadway opening: spring 2012.
Blazing Saddles, a musical version of Mel Brooks' 1974 film spoof of westerns. Brooks recently told The Canadian Press he is working on the score.
Bonnie and Clyde: A Folktale, a musical based on the lives of the famous criminal couple of the 1930s. The book is by Hunter Foster and the score is by Rick Crom. A reading starring Sutton Foster, Will Swenson, Marc Kudisch, Debra Monk, and Christopher Sieber was held June 16, 2009, in Manhattan. Not to be confused with the similarly-themed "Bonnie & Clyde" by Frank Wildhorn, Don Black, and Ivan Menchell, which is opening on Broadway on Dec. 1.
The Boys of Summer, a new play based on Roger Kahn's 1971 best-selling book about the Brooklyn Dodgers. Target opening: 2012.
Bricktop—Queen of the Night, a new musical based on the life of Ada "Bricktop" Smith, a café owner and singer in the 1920s. Chuck Seffan is writing the lyrics and Ron Abel the music. Fantasia Barrino and Whoopi Goldberg have been mentioned for the lead. The Daily News reports George Lucas' Industrial Light and Magic might become involved.
Bruce Lee: Journey to the West, a new musical based on the life of the actor and martial artist. David Yazbek ("Dirty Rotten Scoundrels," "The Full Monty") is composing the music, and David Henry Hwang ("Aida," "Yellow Face") is writing the book and lyrics. Bartlett Sher ("South Pacific") will direct. Casting: Tara Rubin Casting, 570 Seventh Ave., Ste. 401, NYC 10018. Target opening: 2010-11 season. Last EPA: Feb. 19, 2009. Last EPA in Los Angeles for the roles of Bruce and Young Bruce: March 19, 2009.
Bubbling Brown Sugar, a revival of the 1976 revue of African-American song and dance, with a new book by Michael Hulett. Target opening: 2011.
Bus Stop, a revival of William Inge's 1955 play about bus passengers stranded during a snowstorm. A reading directed by Scott Ellis and starring Benjamin Walker, Amanda Seyfried, and Schuler Hensley will be held in August.
Busker Alley, a musical based on the 1938 film "St. Martin's Lane." Jim Dale is slated to star and Tony Walton to direct. The show was originally scheduled to open on Broadway in 1995, but star Tommy Tune broke his foot, and the production closed out of town.
Dances With Wolves, a musical version of the 1986 novel by Michael Blake, which served as the basis for the Oscar-winning 1990 film. Producer Matt Murphy ("Memphis") has acquired the stage rights.
Death of a Salesman, a revival of Arthur Miller's classic 1949 play. The New York Post reports that Philip Seymour Hoffman is interested in playing Willy Loman and that Mike Nichols will direct. Target opening: 2011.
Dumbo, a stage version of the 1941 animated film. The New York Post reports that Disney is in talks with directors to bring it to Broadway. No dates or creative team as of yet.
Enter Laughing: The Musical, a reworked revival of the 1976 musical "So Long, 174th Street," based on the play "Enter Laughing" by Joseph Stein, which was in turn based on Carl Reiner's memoir of the same name. This production was a hit Off-Broadway at the York Theatre Company during the 2008-09 season. Target opening: 2010-11.
A Few Good Men, a revival of Aaron Sorkin's 1989 play about a military trial. According to The New York Times, producer Ken Davenport and director David Esbjornson are seeking a star for the lead role. Previously announced target opening: 2010-11 season.
Finding Neverland, a musical based on the 2004 film about J.M. Barrie, the playwright who created Peter Pan. The book is by Allan Knee, author of the play upon which the film was based, and the score is by composer Scott Frankel and lyricist Michael Korie ("Grey Gardens"). A reading was held in January 2009 with Christian Borle, Kate Baldwin, and Katie Holmes, directed by Rob Ashford. A reading of a later draft was held June 5, 2009, in Manhattan, also starring Christian Borle. Harvey Weinstein will produce.
The First Wives Club, a musical based on the 1996 film comedy, featuring a score by pop songwriters Eddie Holland, Lamont Dozier, and Brian Holland and a book by Rupert Holmes. A pre-Broadway tryout directed by Francesca Zambello played San Diego's Old Globe Theatre in summer 2009. Zambello has since left the project and a new director is being sought. Casting: Tara Rubin Casting, 570 Seventh Ave., Ste. 401, NYC 10018. Last EPA for the Old Globe production: Dec. 15, 2008. Last Equity chorus call for singers for the Old Globe production: Nov. 21, 2008.
First You Dream, a revue of songs by John Kander and Fred Ebb, which premiered at the Signature Theatre in Arlington, Va., in September 2009. According to Bloomberg.com, producer Jeffrey Richards was in talks to move it to Broadway during the 2010-11 season.
Flare Path, a revival of Terence Rattigan's 1942 play about Royal Air Force pilots. The New York Post reports that producers are interested in transferring a London production, starring Sienna Miller and directed by Trevor Nunn, to Broadway.
Funny Girl, a revival of the 1964 Jule Styne–Bob Merrill–Isobel Lennart musical based on the early life of entertainer Fanny Brice. Bartlett Sher ("South Pacific") will direct. Lauren Ambrose will play Fanny Brice. The production will run Jan. 15–Feb. 26, 2012, at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles. Target Broadway opening: spring 2012. Casting: Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. Last EPA in Los Angeles: April 9. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for the Los Angeles production: Aug. 2.
Get Happy: The Life of Judy Garland, a musical based on the Gerald Clarke biography of the legendary star. The Weinstein Co. has acquired the rights for both a stage and a screen version to star Anne Hathaway ("Rachel Getting Married," "The Devil Wears Prada," Encores! concert presentation of "Carnival"). No dates or creative team have been announced.
Golden Boy, a revival of the 1964 musical based on Clifford Odets' play of the same name. The New York Post reports that Usher is in negotiations to play the lead.
The Great Game, a new play by D. Tucker Smith set in 1870. Described as a romantic adventure rife with danger, espionage, and unexpected love. Sheryl Kaller ("Next Fall") directs. Target opening: 2011-12 season.
Hazel, a new musical inspired by the character created by cartoonist Ted Key, with music by Ron Abel, lyrics by Chuck Steffan, and book by Lissa Levin. Target opening: 2011.
Hedwig and the Angry Inch, a revival of the 1998 Off-Broadway musical by John Cameron Mitchell and Stephen Trask about a transgender rock singer. The New York Post reports that Mitchell will reprise the title role and there will be some updates to the script. Target Broadway opening: 2010-11 season.
The Honeymooners, a new musical based on the classic TV series. Dusty Kay and Bill Nuss are writing the book, and Stephen Weiner and Peter Mills are writing the score. Jerry Mitchell ("Legally Blonde," "Catch Me If You Can") directs. Jim Belushi, Peter Scolari, Rachel York, Helene Yorke, and John Treacy Egan participated in an industry reading on June 24.
Houdini, a musical based on the life of the escape artist, with music by Oscar and Grammy winner Danny Elfman, lyrics by David Yazbek ("The Full Monty," "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels"), and book by Kurt Andersen (the novels "Heyday" and "Turn of the Century"). Hugh Jackman will star. Directed by Jack O'Brien ("Hairspray"). Original target opening: spring 2010. No new dates announced.
The Hudsucker Proxy, a musical version of the 1994 film by Joel and Ethan Coen about a mailroom employee who becomes the CEO of a large corporation. Glenn Slater ("The Little Mermaid") is writing the book and lyrics. Stephen Weiner is composing the music.
Josephine, a musical based on the life of Josephine Baker, the African-American performer who became a star in Paris in the 1920s. The New York Times reports that Deborah Cox ("Aida") will star. Joey McKneely will direct. Steve Dorff is the composer, and John Bettis will write the lyrics. Ellen Weston and Mark Hampton will write the book. A laboratory production is scheduled for May 16–June 5. Casting: SH Entertainment, 151 W. 26th St., 7th floor, NYC 10001. Last EPA for lab production: Jan. 10. Last Equity chorus call for dancers: Jan. 12. Last Equity chorus call for male dancers: May 2.
King Kong—Live on Stage, a musical based on the classic 1933 film. It's the latest project of Global Creatures, the Australian production company behind "Walking With Dinosaurs—The Arena Spectacular." Directed by Daniel Kramer and written by Craig Lucas ("Prelude to a Kiss"), with Grammy nominee Darius de Vries writing new songs and arranging tunes from the Depression era. No dates announced.
Kinky Boots, a musical version of the 2005 film comedy about a British drag queen. Producers Daryl Roth and Hal Luftig have acquired the rights, and Jerry Mitchell ("Legally Blonde," "Cry-Baby") is in talks to direct. No writing team is yet in place.
Leap of Faith, a musical version of the 1992 film about a con artist posing as an evangelist, featuring music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Glenn Slater, and book by Janus Cercone, author of the original screenplay. Rob Ashford has replaced Taylor Hackford as director. Casting: Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. A backers' audition with Raúl Esparza, Sutton Foster, and Kendra Kassebaum was held in January 2010 in Manhattan. A production played the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles, Sept. 5–Oct. 17, 2010. Last EPA for Ahmanson production: Feb. 19, 2010. Last Equity chorus call in New York for singers for Ahmanson production: Feb. 22, 2010. Last Equity chorus call in New York for dancers for Ahmanson production: Feb. 21, 2010. Last Equity chorus call in L.A. for singers for Ahmanson production: Feb. 14, 2010. Last Equity chorus call in L.A. for dancers for Ahmanson production: Feb. 14, 2010.
Like Water for Chocolate, a musical based on Laura Esquivel's novel and the 1992 film version, about love and food in a Mexican family. Quiara Alegría Hudes ("In the Heights") is writing the book. The score is by Lila Downs and Paul Cohen. A production is planned for Arena Stage in Washington, D.C., June 8–July 29, 2012. The Arena Stage press release states that there are plans to move it to Broadway.
Love Never Dies, a sequel to "The Phantom of the Opera," set in New York in 1907. Andrew Lloyd Webber is the composer and Glenn Slater is the lyricist. The book is by Ben Elton, Slater, and Lloyd Webber. Jack O'Brien directs. Casting: Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. The London production opened March 9, 2010, and will close Aug. 27. Plans for a Broadway opening in spring 2011 have been indefinitely postponed. A revised version, with additional lyrics by Charles Hart ("Phantom") and direction by Simon Phillips ("Priscilla Queen of the Desert"), began performances in Melbourne, Australia, in May and is slated to be filmed for DVD release. Lloyd Webber has reportedly said he wants this production to eventually come to Broadway. Last EPAs: March 30, 31, and April 1, 2009. Last Equity chorus call for dancers: April 2, 2009. Last Equity chorus call for singers: April 6, 2009. Last open audition for the role of Gustave: May 1, 2009.
Magic/Bird, a new play by Eric Simonson ("Lombardi") about Basketball Hall of Famers Earvin "Magic" Johnson and Larry Bird. The play will be produced in association with the National Basketball Association, and Johnson and Bird will consult on the script. Target opening: 2012.
The Man in the Ceiling, a musical version of Jules Feiffer's children's book, will have a script by Feiffer and a score by Andrew Lippa. Disney Theatricals is producing. The show is currently being written.
Mandela Project, a musical based on the upcoming memoir of Zindzi Mandela, daughter of Nelson and Winnie Mandela, about the South African struggle against apartheid. The creative team is TBA.
The Nutty Professor, a musical version of the 1963 film comedy starring Jerry Lewis as a nerdy academic who transforms into a swinging lounge lizard. Lewis will direct. Marvin Hamlisch ("A Chorus Line") is composing the music and Rupert Holmes ("The Mystery of Edwin Drood") is writing the book and lyrics. Original target opening: 2010-11.
Over Here!, a revival of the 1974 musical, set during World War II. Tony Stevens will direct and choreograph. Richard and Robert Sherman, who wrote the songs, and Will Holt, who wrote the book, are participating in revising the show.
Paradise Found, a new musical based on Joseph Roth's 1939 novel "The Tale of the 1,002nd Night," set in 1870s Vienna, with book by Richard Nelson, music by Johann Strauss II (as adapted by Jonathan Tunick), and lyrics by Ellen Fitzhugh. Harold Prince and Susan Stroman will co-direct. A production at London's Menier Chocolate Factory ran May 19–June 26, 2010, and featured Mandy Patinkin, John McMartin, Judy Kaye, Shuler Hensley, Kate Baldwin, and George Lee Andrews.
Pippin, a revival of the 1972 musical by Stephen Schwartz and Roger O. Hirson about a medieval prince seeking fulfillment. Diane Paulus directs. A reading was held in November 2010 with Gavin Creel, Natalie Cortez, Jayne Houdyshell, Tracie Thoms, and the Montreal acrobatic troupe Les Sept Doigts. A New York workshop will be followed by a pre-Broadway run at the American Repertory Theater in Cambridge, Mass., where Paulus is artistic director. Target Broadway opening: 2012-13 season.
Poor Behavior, a new play by Theresa Rebeck about two couples spending a tense weekend in the country. Sigourney Weaver, Kevin Kline, Dylan Baker, and Laila Robbins participated in a reading in April 2010. The New York Post reports that Doug Hughes will direct.
Prince of Broadway, a new revue with numbers from musicals produced and directed by Harold Prince ("Cabaret," "Follies," "Sweeney Todd," etc.). Prince will co-direct with Susan Stroman. David Thompson ("The Scottsboro Boys") will write the book. Target Broadway opening: fall 2012.
Queen of the Stardust Ballroom, a reworked version of the 1978 musical "Ballroom." Jerome Kass, who wrote the original book based on his teleplay, is rewriting the book. Jerry Mitchell is director-choreographer. The score, by composer Billy Goldenberg and lyricists Alan and Marilyn Bergman, will be augmented by new songs by Marvin Hamlisch. A reading held in spring 2010 featured Tyne Daly, Keith Carradine, Lucie Arnaz, Rondi Reed, and Julia Murney. A new reading was held Nov. 8–19, 2010. Casting: Telsey + Company/Justin Huff, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. Last EPA for November reading: Oct. 13, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for dancers: Oct. 14, 2010.
The Red Rose Girls, a new musical about four women artists living in turn-of-the-century Philadelphia. Jeff Blumenkrantz is writing the music and lyrics, and the book is by Alice A. Carter. Target opening: 2011-12 season.
Robin and the 7 Hoods, a stage version of the 1964 film musical about Chicago gangsters. The score will feature songs by Sammy Cahn and James Van Heusen, drawn from those written for the film and other sources. Casey Nicholaw ("The Drowsy Chaperone") directs and choreographs. Rupert Holmes ("The Mystery of Edwin Drood," "The First Wives Club") will write the book. A production ran July 14–Aug. 22, 2010, at the Old Globe Theatre in San Diego. Casting: Tara Rubin Casting, 570 Seventh Ave., Ste. 401, NYC 10018. Last EPA for the Old Globe production: Feb. 24, 2010. Last Equity chorus call for dancers for the Old Globe production: Feb. 22, 2010. Last Equity call for singers for the Old Globe production: Feb. 23, 2010.
Rocky, a musical version of the 1976 film. Thomas Meehan ("Annie," "The Producers," "Young Frankenstein") is writing the book, and lyricist Lynn Ahrens and composer Stephen Flaherty ("Once on This Island," "Ragtime," "The Glorious Ones") are working on the score.
Run DMC Project, a new musical about the rise of the popular rap group. Paula Wagner ("Mission: Impossible," "The Last Samurai") is producing.
Secondhand Lions, a musical version of the 2003 film about a shy boy spending the summer with his eccentric uncles in Texas. The book is by Rupert Holmes ("The Mystery of Edwin Drood"), and the score is by Michael Weiner and Alan Zachary. Matt August is directing.
Sleepless in Seattle, a musical version of the 1993 romantic film comedy. Jeff Arch, co-author of the original screenplay, will write the book. Michelle Citrin, Michael Garin, and Josh Nelson will collaborate on the score. Joel Zwick ("My Big Fat Greek Wedding") will direct. A production will play at the Pasadena Playhouse June 12–July 15.
A Star Is Born, a musical stage version of the 1954 film about a rising Hollywood actor and her alcoholic has-been husband. According to the New York Post, Kevin Spacey is in talks to play the male lead; Michael John LaChiusa is the musical supervisor and is adapting the screenplay. Jonathan Butterell directs. The score will feature the Harold Arlen–Ira Gershwin songs from the film. A workshop is planned for London's Old Vic Theatre.
Stories About McAlary, a new play by Nora Ephron about newspaper columnist Mike McAlary. Hugh Jackman, Sarah Paulson, and Richard Kind participated in a 2010 reading directed by Mike Nichols.
A Streetcar Named Desire, a revival of Tennessee Williams' classic 1947 drama. According to The New York Times, producer Stephen C. Byrd plans to mount a production with a multiracial cast for spring 2012. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Blair Underwood will star as Stanley Kowalski, and Emily Mann will direct.
Strictly Ballroom, a stage musical version of the 1992 film by Baz Luhrmann. The world premiere is planned for the Lyric Theatre in Sydney, Australia, in September 2013.
Summer Stock, a stage version of the 1950 movie musical about a Connecticut farm owner who allows a show to try out in her barn. The book is by Sam Scalamoni and Jeffrey Haddow, with new songs by composer Thomas Tierney and lyricists Tierney and Haddow. Four songs from the movie will be used. An invited industry showcase was held Aug. 6 and 7, 2009, in Manhattan.
Sweet Bird of Youth, a revival of Tennessee Williams' 1959 play about an aging movie star and an ambitious hustler. James Franco told MTV news that he and Nicole Kidman will star. David Cromer will direct. Target opening: fall 2011.
Tales of the City, a musical based on Armistead Maupin's series of novels about San Francisco in the 1970s. Jeff Whitty ("Avenue Q") is writing the book, and the score will be by Jason Sellard and John Garden of the band Scissor Sisters. Jason Moore ("Avenue Q") directs. A reading was presented July 4–11, 2009, at the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center as part of its Musical Theater Conference. A full production will play San Francisco's American Conservatory Theater May 19–July 10. Casting: David Caparelliotis, MelCap Casting, 260 W. 44th St., NYC. A call for Equity submissions for the role of Dede was posted Jan. 28.
A Time to Kill, a stage adaptation by Rupert Holmes of John Grisham's novel, which played at Arena Stage in Washington, D.C., through June 19, prior to a Broadway run.
White Noise, a musical about real-life "Nazi folk twins" Lynx and Lamb Gaede of the band Prussian Blue. Whoopi Goldberg is attached as a producer. A reading was held in Manhattan on Dec. 14, 2009. A new reading was held Sept. 13–25, 2010. The world premiere was presented in New Orleans in summer 2009. A production is running April 9–June 5 at Chicago's Royal George Theatre. Sergio Trujillo directs. Casting: Telsey + Company, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. Last EPA for the September reading: Aug. 16, 2010.
Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, a new musical based on the book by Roald Dahl and the 1971 and 2005 film versions. David Greig writes the book and Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman ("Hairspray") will write the songs. Sam Mendes is producing and may direct.
Woodstock Project, an as-yet-untitled musical about the historic 1969 rock concert, utilizing elements of Michael Lang's book "The Road to Woodstock." Original target opening: 2010-11.
Zorba, a revival of the 1968 musical based on the novel by Nikos Kazantzakis and the 1964 film. Antonio Banderas is reportedly interested in playing the lead, and David Leveaux will direct.
Off-Broadway: Commercial Productions
Avenue Q, a musical featuring live actors and puppets. Casting: Cindy Tolan Casting, 145 Sixth Ave., 7th floor, NYC 10013. New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., NYC. Opened on Broadway on July 31, 2003. Off-Broadway performances began Oct. 9, 2009. Last EPA: June 30. Last open call: Feb. 29, 2008. Last Equity chorus call: June 13, 2008.
*Blue Man Group, a performance-art piece with a cast of three. Casting: Blue Man Productions, 599 Broadway, 5th floor, NYC 10012. Astor Place Theatre, 434 Lafayette St., NYC. Opened Nov. 11, 1991. Upcoming auditions by appointment: Aug. 30.
The Fantasticks, a return engagement of the recent revival of the long-running 1960 musical. Casting: Terzetto LLC, c/o 1627 Broadway, NYC 10019. Snapple Theatre Center, 1627 Broadway, NYC. Performances resumed June 16, 2008. Last EPA: July 15. Last call for pix and résumés for the roles of Matt, Luisa, and the Mute: Feb. 12, 2009.
Love, Loss, and What I Wore, Nora and Delia Ephron's play with an all-female cast, based on the book by Ilene Beckerman. Casting: Tara Rubin Casting, 570 Seventh Ave., Ste. 401, NYC 10018. Westside Theatre, 407 W. 43rd St., NYC. Opened Oct. 1, 2009. Last EPA: Dec. 20, 2010.
Million Dollar Quartet, a musical inspired by a famous 1956 recording session that brought together Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presley. A Chicago production has been running since October 2008. Book by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux. Eric Schaeffer directs. New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., NYC. Opened on Broadway April 11, 2010. Off-Broadway performances begin July 28. Casting: Telsey + Company, 315 W. 43rd St., NYC 10036. Last EPA: April 19. Last EPA for Equity Short Engagement Theatre Agreement tour: May 19.
Naked Boys Singing, an all-male revue featuring nudity. Casting: Scott DelaCruz, Martian Entertainment, Attn: Casting, 165 W. 46th St., Ste. 1312, NYC 10036. New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., NYC. Opened July 22, 1999. Last EPAs: Aug. 10.
Perfect Crime, the longest-running play in Off-Broadway history. Casting: Catherine Russell, 1627 Broadway, NYC 10019. Snapple Theatre Center, 1627 Broadway, NYC. Opened April 18, 1987. Last EPA: July 1, 2010. Last call for Equity pictures and résumés: Aug. 26, 2010. Last EPAs: July 5 and 10.
Rent, a revival of the 1996 musical by Jonathan Larson. Casting: Telsey + Company/Bethany Knox, 311 W. 43rd St., 10th floor, NYC 10036. Rehearsals begin June 7. Performances begin July 14 at New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., NYC. Opens Aug. 11. Last EPAs: March 14, 16, and 21. Last Equity chorus call for singers: March 15. Last Equity chorus call for dancers: March 17. Last open call for ensemble singers: March 18.
Stomp, a percussion performance-art piece. Casting: Vince Liebhart, 70A Greenwich Ave., #102, NYC 10011. Orpheum Theatre, 126 Second Ave., NYC. Opened Feb. 27, 1994. Last open call: April 25.
