Casting Call: Actors, singers sought for 2018 Carson City ‘Polar Express’ on the V&T
The V&T Railway Commission is looking for upbeat, energetic performers to portray characters from the movie and recreate the story of “The Polar Express” aboard the historic V&T Railroad in Carson City.
This is a live, interactive production for adults and children based on the film by Warner Bros. and is attended by over 16,000 passengers annually.
Auditions will be held at the following days and locations:
Reno: TruTalent Agency Studio, 780 Smithridge Drive No. 300
— Sunday, August 26, 1 to 4 p.m.
— Monday, August 27, 5 to 8 p.m.
Carson City: V&T Railway Eastgate Depot, 4650 Eastgate Siding Road
— Tuesday, August 28, 6 to 9 p.m.
— Wednesday, August 29, 6 to 9 p.m.
Among the characters sought are:
Conductor and Hobo: male 30 to 60 charming, energetic, outgoing and personable.
Stewards and Chef: Male or female, 14 to 70, singer, actor, actress, energetic, outgoing and personable.
Santa Claus Understudy: Male 50 plus, provides own Santa suit, which must be approved by talent director for use in the production. Prior Santa Claus experience in a commercial setting preferred.
North Pole Elves: Male or female ages 13-plus, energetic, outgoing and playful.
Improvisational skills for each performer are a plus, but not required. Those who audition may be considered for more than one role.
All performers will receive a momentary stipend for performances.
About Auditions
— Bring current theatrical resume and headshot or current picture of yourself
— Be prepared to sing acapella and perform “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer” and “Frosty the Snowman.”
— Wear comfortable clothes and shoes to move in. You may be asked to do some simple choreography moves and improvisational acting.
— If you are under the age of 18, a parent needs to accompany you to auditions
— Be prepared to do cold readings from the script.
Rehearsals are currently scheduled to be held on Thursday and Friday evenings from 6 to 9 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Carson City V&T Railroad Depot located at 4650 Eastgate Siding Road in Carson City. Weekly rehearsals will begin on Thursday, Sept. 6 and run through Thursday, Nov. 15.
Fore more information or to have an auction packet with character descriptions sent to you electronically contact Carla Wilson, PEX Talent Director, email: cw3595@charter.net. Phone: (775) 781-0664.
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