Audition
Information
About the show:
BARE is a powerful, contemporary rock musical that follows a group of high school seniors at a Catholic boarding school in the 1990’s as they navigate the complex terrain of self-discovery, love, and identity. At the heart of the story are Jason and Peter, two students who grapple with their forbidden love while contending with the oppressive expectations of their religious school, their peers, and their families. As they search for acceptance, the students wrestle with their beliefs, their desires, and the weight of societal pressures, all while confronting their personal fears and hopes for the future.
BARE is an exploration of sexuality, mental health, and the longing for connection, set against a backdrop of soaring melodies and emotional ballads. The musical’s score, with its mix of pop, rock, and heartfelt anthems, speaks directly to the hearts of today’s audience—offering a blend of emotional depth and unforgettable music that resonates with anyone who has ever felt like they didn’t fit in.
Actors must be 18+ to audition.
Book by JON HARTMERE and DAMON INTRABARTOLO
Music by DAMON INTRABARTOLO
Lyrics by JON HARTMERE
Audition Process
There are video submissions: must submit before the 24th and
callbacks videos must be sent back by the 27th
Day 1 - May 24th
Time slot auditions, 16 bars of 2 songs that best represent the show
Day 2 - May 27th
Callbacks: Start with Dance Call, then Music callbacks, and lastly sides from the show.
Characters
Pay for actors is between $1,000-$2,500
Actors can apply for gas stipend if out of town, separate from stipend.
JASON: (He/him - 18) handsome golden child of St. Cecilia’s senior class
PETER: (He/him - 18) Introspective, Jason’s clandestine boyfriend
IVY: (She/her - 18) The popular girl, secretly insecure
NADIA: (She/her - 18) Jason’s sardonic twin sister - Looking for Plus Size Performer
MATT: (He/him - 18) studious, pious, Jason’s academic rival
LUCAS: (He/him - 18) The school’s fun-loving purveyor of altered reality
TANYA: (She/her - 18) Lucas’s girlfriend, the chill and fun party girl
KYRA: (She/her - 18) student, flirtatious
DIANE: (She/her - 18) student, very naive
RORY: (He/him - 18) student, sarcastic
ZACK: (He/him - 18) student, jock type
ALAN: (He/him - 18) student, nerdy
CLAIRE: (She/her - Late 30's - Early 50's) Peter’s mother
SR. CHANTELLE: (She/her - Late 20's+) Nun, wise, no-nonsense - African American Performer
PRIEST: (He/him 30's+) St. Cecilia’s headmaster
Pronouns of actors are different than pronouns of characters and actors do not have to audition for a character of their chosen pronouns. Actors can choose who to audition for what pronouns they are comfortable playing.
Only African American Performers will be considered by SR. CHANTELLE.
Only Performers who are interested in the role of NADIA who is a Plus Size individual will be considered for the role.
CONTENT WARNING:
Harsh language along with one homophobic slur. Intimacy Coordinator will be present.
Drug Use (Alcohol, Edibles, Pills)
Intimacy between Jason and Peter (Kissing) and Jason and Ivy (Kissing). Intimacy Coordinator will be present.
If you have any questions about this please email lexbolsinger@effinartist.com.
Effin Artist is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Directors note about Nadia
Nadia is a dynamic character who represents resilience and self-acceptance. She has the challenges of being typecast into smaller roles due to her size, yet her talent shines brightly through her powerful songs. Throughout her journey, Nadia evolves from the need to be strong to embracing her true self and letting go of her shield. Her transformation highlights importance of self-love and challenges industry stereotypes, making her a crucial figure in advocating for greater diversity in casting. Art imitates life, and life has fat people. Therefore, these characters need to be represented in our art.