Casting "Blues In My Soul," a new play written by David Robson. It's 1959. Chris, a local DJ, gets word that legendary jazz and blues musician Lonnie Johnson is working a low-wage job at a Philly hotel, forgotten. Once found, Lonnie, an early guitar hero who influenced the likes of Bob Dylan, Elvis Presley, T-Bone Walker, Django Reinhardt, Charlie Christian, B.B. King, and Eric Clapton, is reluctant to return to an industry that exploited and segregated his work before casting him aside. As the two men meet, conflicts arise, forcing each to reconcile issues of authenticity, injustice, and legacy. Based on a true story, "Blues in My Soul" is a celebration of an unsung American legend and the music that inspired generations.
Chris: Lead, Male, 28-50
radio disc jockey.
Ethnicity: White / European Descent
Required Media: Headshot/Photo, Video Reel
Required Skills:
Music/Musician: Guitar
Music/Musician: Acoustic Guitar
Singing
Lonnie: Lead, Male, 53-68
blues musician.
Ethnicity: Black / African Descent
Required Media: Headshot/Photo, Video Reel
Required Skills:
Music/Musician: Guitar
Music/Musician: Acoustic Guitar
Singing
Estimated payment amount: US$2,250.00 for 6 weeks of work
Additional: Housing and travel provided. Union members also receive payment toward their health and pension benefits.
Rehearsal and Production Dates & Locations
October 13 & 14: Preview Performances
October 15: Opening Night
(The first week's performance schedule is Thurs, Fri. & Sat. at 7:30pm and Sun @ 3pm. Following weeks' schedules are Fri. & Sat. at 7:30pm and Sat. & Sun. at 3pm.)
October 30: Closing Performance
Trenton, NJ; New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; Newark, NJ