Audition Information
General Information
You only need to attend one day of the auditions. Callbacks are by invitation only. If you have any questions in general you may contact Ryan Perez Adame at AdameR@crc.losrios.edu or Martin Flynn at FlynnM@crc.losrios.edu. For individual show questions, contact the directors directly:
| Show | Contact | |
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| Anna in the Tropics | Ryan Perez Adame | adamer@crc.losrios.edu |
| Gloria | Anthony D'Juan | djuana@scc.losrios.edu |
| Story Explorers | Ambre Shoneff | shonefa@crc.losrios.edu |
Dates and Times
Auditions
All auditions and callbacks will be held between 6:00 to 9:00 pm.
| Show | Monday Dec. 8 | Tuesday Dec. 9 | Wednesday Dec. 10 | Thursday Dec. 11 |
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| Anna in the Tropics | Audition | Audition | -- | Callback |
| Gloria | Audition | Audition | Callback | -- |
| Story Explorers | Audition | -- | Callback | -- |
Location
- Black Box Theatre at Cosumnes River College (map)
- 8401 Center Parkway, Sacramento, CA 95823
- Enter on the Center Parkway side of campus (opposite side from the light rail/parking garage entrance on Bruceville Road)
- Parking is $2 and enforced 24/7
Viewing Auditions
- Ambre Shoneff, Story Explorers Director
- Anthony D’Juan, Gloria Director
- Ryan Perez Adame, Anna in the Tropics Director
- Other faculty may be in attendance to observe
- Student Stage Managers may observe
Shows
This is a general audition for three shows in the semester; directors, designers, and faculty from the entire department may be present in addition to the directors for the spring productions. All of the show information is subject to change depending on the directors’ choices. Please note that cast members may not be called to every rehearsal. The final rehearsal schedule will be determined by the creative team prior to the start of rehearsals.
| Item | Anna in the Tropics | Gloria | Story Explorers |
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| Description | Set in a Florida cigar factory in 1929, the 2003 Pulitzer Prize-winning play is the story of a newly-arrived “lector” - a man who reads stories aloud to the workers while they roll cigars - and the swirling intrigue and danger that erupt as he reads them Tolstoy’s classic novel Anna Karenina. | Ambition, corporate culture, and celebrity-obsession collide in the 2016 Pulitzer Prize-nominated comedy (?!) about young editorial assistants trying to climb the publishing industry ladder and the one day in the office that forces them to realize that telling their own stories isn’t up to them alone. | A musical experience for children with autism and other special needs. Using the Big Book of Exploration as our guide, jump into a myriad of fascinating story worlds – from a jungle adventure, to a relaxing day at the beach, and even outer space! The kids will be transported through their imagination, accompanied by live music and a variety of multi-sensory interactive moments. |
| Creative Team | Ryan Perez Adame, Director | Anthony D'Juan, Director | Ambre Shoneff, Director |
| Cast Size | 8 (3 female-identifying, 5 male-identifying) | 6 with doubling (3 female-identifying, 3 male-identifying) | 7+ (All gender identities) |
| Show Type | Play | Play | Theatre for Young Audiences |
| Rehearsal Period | January 20 to February 26, 2026 | March 3 to April 17, 2026 | January 23 to March 13, 2026 |
| Tech Rehearsals (required) | February 27 and 28, and March 2 to 6, 2026 | April 18, and April 20 to 23, 2026 | TBD |
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| Planned Rehearsal Days | Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays; some Fridays/weekends possible | Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays some weekends possible | Fridays |
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Performance times to be finalized for touring. |
| Call Time | 90 minutes prior to curtain time | 90 minutes prior to curtain time | TBD |
| Class Registration (required for students) | TAP 300-303 Modern Rehearsal and Performance I-IV (First 8-week) | TAP 300-303 Modern Rehearsal and Performance I-IV (Other Term) | TAP 360-363 Children’s Theatre Rehearsal and Performance I-IV (Full Term) |
What To Prepare
Please prepare the following, depending upon which show(s) you’d like to be considered for; if you don’t have access to materials of your own, please contact the director(s) for help.
| Play | Required | Optional |
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| Anna in the Tropics/Gloria |
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About the Shows
Casting Notes
Please note that the character descriptions provided are from the authors of the shows. It is possible that alternative casting choices could be made at the discretion of the directors. Doubling of roles may occur and understudies assigned at the discretion of the directors.
Anna in the Tropics
Author
Nilo Cruz
Setting and Time
An old warehouse. Tampa, Florida. A small town called Ybor City in 1929.
Character Breakdown
- SANTIAGO, owner of a cigar factor, late 50s
- CHECHÉ, his half-brother; half-Cuban, half-American, early 40s
- OFELIA, Santiago’s wife, 50s
- MARELA, Ofelia and Santiago’s daughter, 22
- CONCHITA, her sister, 32
- PALOMO, her husband, 41
- JUAN JULIAN, the lector, 38
- ELIADES, local gamester, runs cockfights, 40s
Gloria
Author
Branden Jacobs-Jenkins
Setting and Time
The Midtown offices of an American magazine, circa the 2010s.
Character Breakdown
- DEAN/DEVIN, extra late 20s, “white”
- KENDRA/JENNA, mid-late 20s, Chinese-American or Korean-American
- ANI/SASHA/CALLIE, early 20s, “white”
- GLORIA/NAN, extra-late 30s, “anything really”
- MILES/SHAWN/RASHAAD, 20 years old, “black”
- LORIN, late 30s, “unclear”
Story Explorers
Author
Book, Music and Lyrics by Min Kahng
Setting and Time
Various places in the imagination.
Character Breakdown
All characters can be played by actors of any gender identity and race or ethnicity.
- THE CAPTAIN: The leader of the bunch. They guide the group as they explore stories. They can be firm and gentle as the situation demands.
- MELODY: The Captain's right-hand person, who helps keep order. They love to sing and play music.
- SHIMMY: An energetic and excitable dancer who loves adventure.
- CLAYTON: They love constructing things with clay and love a good fantasy story.
- SHADES: Laid-back and stylish. They love playing dress-up.
- SHARKY, THE STORY SHARK: A puppet. SHARKY is like a seven-year-old child, and speaks a language of his own.
- GUITAR/UKELELE PLAYER: This person could be a cast member or do live accompaniment from the side.