COME FROM AWAY
Co-production between Indiana Repertory Theatre (Indianapolis, IN) and Syracuse Stage (Syracuse, NY)
 

VENUE:
Indiana Repertory Theatre
Syracuse Stage
 

CONTRACT:

Indiana Repertory Theatre
LORT C $1,051.00

Syracuse Stage

LORT C - $1200 (above minimum)

 

TEAM:

Book, Music and Lyrics: Irene Sankoff & David Hein

Director: James Vásquez

MD: Angie Benson

Choreographer: TBA

NYC Casting: Gama Valle, Bass/Valle Casting
Casting Associate: Gregory Jafari VanAcker

AUDITION DATES:

INITIALS - self-tapes (by invitation only)
CALLBACKS: January 7 - 8, 2026 (in person by appointment only)
 

AUDITION LOCATION:
NYC
 

PRODUCTION DATES:

Indiana Repertory Theatre Dates:
First Rehearsal: March 3, 2026
First Preview: April 7, 2026
Opening: April 10, 2026
Closing: May 10, 2026
Possible Extension: May 17, 2026

 

Syracuse Stage Dates:

September 8, 2026 to October 11, 2026

ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS: (preferred)

Please, fill out the form below by 12/03/25, for an opportunity to be invited to submit a video audition. The Bass/Valle Casting team will review all self-submissions.

Link to Self-Submit Form:
https://airtable.com/app2gfkPLGC5y3ANG/shrP9eVntmfQ64sET

 

PHYSICAL SUBMISSIONS:

Not accepted at this time.
 

NOTES:

Actors will not be expected to prepare dialects for auditions. 

Bass/Valle Casting encourages people of all races, ages, ethnicities, abilities and gender identities to apply. 

ABOUT THE PLAY:

7,000 stranded airline passengers are welcomed to one small town in Newfoundland in the wake of September 11, 2001. Tensions run high and cultures clash, but uncertainty turns into trust while music, dance, and laughter fill the night. A joyous celebration of how even the worst tragedy can be countered with kindness, generosity, and simple human compassion. 

 

SEEKING:

BOB/MUHUMUZA: Male-Presenting, 30s, Black. Bob is a hardened New Yorker, Bob is suspicious of where he's landed, fearing that it's World War 3, that someone is going to shoot him and steal his wallet - but instead, he ends up losing his New York jadedness. Muhumuza is a husband and a father. He is a protective man who, like his family, is rattled by the events of September 11 and is frightened that they are all being taken to a military compound. Vocal Range: B2-F#4. 

 

CLAUDE: Male-Presenting, 40-60, Any Ethnicity. The gregarious and well-liked Mayor of Gander, Newfoundland. Claude loves his work, the townspeople and his daily traditions, but he's never had to deal with a crisis of this magnitude before. Vocal range top: G4. 

 

KEVIN J/ALI: Male-Presenting, 25-30s, Middle Eastern / Southwest Asian. He is Kevin T’s boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, he is eager to leave as soon as possible. The events of September 11 make him reassess his life and his future. Ali is a Middle Eastern chef who works for an international hotel chain. He is misunderstood at times and the subject of discrimination, but despite adversity, he shows resilience and kindness. Vocal range: B2-G4. 

 

BEVERLY/ANNETTE Female-Presenting, 40s, Any Ethnicity. Beverly is the first female captain for American Airlines Pilot, Beverley Bass has always loved flying, when her world suddenly changes. Anette is a local teacher and librarian at the Gander Academy and a mother. A practical woman who, on occasion, has been known to drift off into a daydream. Vocal range top: C#5
 

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SOMEWHERE
Denver Center for the Performing Arts (Denver, CO)
 

VENUE:
Kilstrom Theatre

 

CONTRACT:

LORT C-2

$1160/wk non-negotiable

 

TEAM:

Playwright: Matthew López

Director: Laurie Woolery

Choreographer: Mayte Natalio

Casting: Grady Soapes, CSA

NYC Casting: Gama Valle, Bass/Valle Casting
Casting Associate: Gregory Jafari VanAcker

AUDITION DATES:

INITIALS - December 8 - 9 (in person by appointment only)
CALLBACKS: December 10 -11 (in person by appointment only)
 

AUDITION LOCATION:
NYC
 

PRODUCTION DATES:

FIRST REHEARSAL: April 3rd, 2026

FIRST PREVIEW: May 1st, 2026

OPENING: May 8th, 2026

CLOSING: May 31st, 2026

ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS: (preferred)

Please, fill out the form below by 12/01/25, for an opportunity to be invited to audition in person.The Bass/Valle Casting team will review all self-submissions.

Link to Self-Submit Form:
https: https://airtable.com/appC1UoyCArp2K9HV/shrBYWKyHpl3WtTxO

 

PHYSICAL SUBMISSIONS:

Not accepted at this time.
 

NOTES:
Bass/Valle Casting encourages people of all races, ages, ethnicities, abilities and gender identities to apply. 

ABOUT THE PLAY:

From the Tony Award-winning writer of The Inheritance and The Legend of Georgia McBride comes a music and dance-filled portrait of a tight-knit Puerto Rican family striving to make it in show business.

It’s 1959, West Side Story is a Broadway sensation, and the Candelarias’ small Manhattan apartment is filled with big love and plenty of talent. With news of a film version of the hit musical in the works, it seems that the family’s dreams of the spotlight might finally come true. But a sudden notice announcing a neighborhood-wide eviction threatens to destroy their home and the passions that have sustained their American Dream.

Dance, family bonds, and inextinguishable hope take center stage in Somewhere by DCPA fan-favorite Matthew López.

SEEKING:
 

Note: this play is a love letter to Broadway musicals, theater but especially dance – in all forms: ballet, cha-cha, salsa, tap dance/soft shoe and musical theater. Actors should be able to dance, act and sing a bit.
 

Many characters are Puerto Rican, but all Latine actors are welcome to submit.

**This production will NOT be understudied**
 

INEZ CANDELARIA- (late 40s to 50s, female identifying, Puerto Rican) A dynamic, charismatic, fierce and ambitious Puerto Rican mother who believes everything is within reach if you just work hard and never give up dreaming. She believes in the American Dream but worships at the altar of Broadway’s Musical Theater. Wife to a circuit dance and show man, she prioritizes dance, music and acting lessons over food and rent. Cross between Mama Rose and Amanda Winfield. Can dance. NOTE: Performer must be able to dance and carry a tune.

 

ALEJANDRO CANDELARIA-  (early 20s to mid 20s, male identifying, Puerto Rican) Inez’s son. Loyal, hardworking and a realist. Former Broadway child chorus actor, Alejandro has had to put aside his personal dreams of dancing to make sure there is food on the table and rent is paid in his father’s absence. Compassionate but frustrated with family, he is left to deal with all the fallout. Amazing dancer. Could have had a career. Could have been a contender. NOTE: Performer must be able to dance really well and carry a tune.
 

FRANCISCO CANDELARIA- (18+ to play younger, male identifying, Puerto Rican) Inez’s other son. Wild, reckless, funny younger son who fails between the cracks. Pursuing acting to stay out of trouble but wants to make up his own rules in everything he does. Chases girls. Chases cigarettes. Chasing dreams while running to escape being beaten up by neighborhood boys. NOTE: Being a good mover is a plus. Must be able to carry a tune.
 

REBECCA CANDELARIA- (18+ to play younger, female identifying, Puerto Rican) Inez’s daughter. A little Inez in the making. Loves to dream more than rehearse but has real talent. Sweet, unfocused, and starry eyed. Grows up a lot in a year. NOTE: Performer must be able to dance really well and carry a tune.
 

JAMIE- (mid 20s to late 20s, male identifying, white) A young man Inez has raised. Ambitious and charismatic man who has made it into the inner circle of Broadway as Jerome Robbins assistant. He is the family’s shining example that success is within reach. Jamie can dance well and holds access into casting choices for musicals. Talented, hardworking but learned from Inez how to work the system. Has been absent from the family on his climb to success. Rival to Alejandro. NOTE: Performer must be able to dance really well and carry a tune.
 

UPCOMING PROJECTS:

-More information coming soon!​