Steamworks the Musical (Annoyance show)
- Jennifer Estlin
- Mar 25
- 2 min read
We will be holding an open call for understudies.
Understudies will likely be asked to fill in for two parts each. NOTE: Right now, the parts we are looking for understudies for are masc-presenting characters. We strongly encourage performers of all gender expressions and identities to audition.
Run Details
Saturdays, June 6 through August 1 (with potential for more shows added)
The Annoyance Theater
If you are unable to attend, we will accept video submissions.
Email Connor (connorjameswho@gmail.com) for details.
The deadline for those submissions will be Sunday, 3/29 at 5pm.
For auditions, please prepare 16-32 bars of a musical theater song that shows off your range and personality!
You will also be asked to read a few sides. You can take a look here and decide which you would like to read, then we may have you cold-read a few as well. Click here for sides.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to connorjameswho@gmail.com.
Note on Rehearsal/Show Process:
Due to the subject matter, actors seeking a role must be comfortable performing shirtless for most of the show. Some roles involve performing comedic, simulated sex acts. All intimacy coordination will take place in accordance with Chicago Theatre Standards, and regular consent check-ins will take place before rehearsals and performances.
Additionally, as the conversation around inclusion in gay spaces like Steamworks evolves, we want our show to reflect the evolution of that conversation. We strongly encourage actors of all gender expressions, racial and ethnic identities, fetish/kink cultures, and ability statuses with a connection to this topic to audition.
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