[Capdist-auditions] Mon and Tues Auditions for Two Guirgis Plays to be Performed at ACT!

[info at albanycivictheater.org]

Between Riverside and Crazy / Jesus Hopped the “A” Train
  By Stephen Adly Guirgis
  Directed by Patrick White / Evan Jones
  Harbinger / Albany Civic Theater
  235 Second Ave
  Albany, NY 12209

Monday, 5/19 & Tuesday, 5/20
  6:30 signup, 7pm start
  Reading from script sides.

Seeking diverse, non-equity actors for these two amazing plays by this
  extraordinary playwright. In a unique collaboration Harbinger & Albany
  Civic Theater will share audition times for these two plays. Harbinger
  presents “Between Riverside and Crazy” at ACT 7/18-7/27 and ACT
  presents “Jesus Hopped the ‘A’ Train” 9/19-10/5.
We encourage performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and
  ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to submit.
Please bring all conflicts between 5/29-7/27 for Riverside and thru
  10/5 for Jesus.

Between Riverside and Crazy tells the story of Walter “Pops”
  Washington, an ex-cop and recent widower, who, with his recently
  paroled son Junior, struggle to hold on to one of the last
  rent-stabilized apartments on Riverside Drive. The old days seem to be
  dead and gone for the two as old wounds are opened, sketchy new
  houseguests turn up and a final ultimatum is delivered.

Walter “Pops” Washington:
  50-60’s A retired black NYPD officer who is central to the story. He’s
  a complex character, filled with anger, wit, and vulnerability, as he
  struggles with his past, his identity, and his ongoing legal battle
  with the police department.
Junior:
  20-30’s Pops’ black son, who has recently moved back in with him. He’s
  trying to turn his life around but is also tangled in questionable
  activities and relationships.
Oswaldo:
  20-30’s Latino. A recovering addict and one of Junior’s friends. He’s
  staying with Pops and has moments of both humor and poignancy as he
  works on his sobriety.
Lulu:
  20-30’s Latina. Junior’s girlfriend, who is cheerful but perhaps a bit
  naïve. She often provides comic relief while also revealing deeper
  emotional layers.
Church Lady:
  30-40’s An enigmatic and spiritual figure who visits Pops. Her
  presence in the play adds an unexpected and surreal twist.
Lieutenant Caro:
  40-50’s Italian. A current NYPD officer and friend of Pops. He brings
  tension into the story as he tries to navigate loyalty and duty.
Detective O’Connor:
  40-50’s, is Pops’ former partner in the NYPD. She is a layered
  character, torn between her personal loyalty to Pops and her
  professional responsibilities.
“...‘Between Riverside and Crazy,’ which premiered off Broadway at the
  Atlantic Theater Company in 2014 and won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama,
  is both a captivating collection of character studies and an incisive
  indictment of the systems that act upon them. It’s a stunning
  intellectual achievement that’s also a total gas, a rare breed of
  theater deserving of protection at all costs.”-Variety
Between Riverside and Crazy will be Harbinger’s 16th Capital Region
  premiere and our third production at Albany Civic Theater. $50 Flex
  Pass for 4 tickets available by emailing
  harbingertheatrealbany at Gmail.com
Please direct any questions to Patrick White, 
white.patrick1963 at gmail.com

Jesus Hopped the “A” Train
  Jesus Hopped the A Train tells the story of several inmates of Rikers
  who are awaiting charges for murder. Angel Cruz is a young Puerto
  Rican man incarcerated for shooting a cult leader after said person
  “stole” his best friend. When the cult leader dies during surgery,
  Angel suddenly finds himself facing murder charges. Added to the mix
  are Lucius Jenkins, a serial killer turned born-again Christian, and
  Valdez, a sadistic corrections officer. Jesus Hopped first opened
  off-Broadway in November of 2000. It was directed by Philip Seymour
  Hoffman (yes, that Philip Seymour Hoffman) and ran until the end of
  December that same year. Two years later a similar production was
  mounted at London’s Donmar Warehouse. Jesus Hopped was fairly well
  received by critics and though it did not pick up any major awards in
  its US run, it was nominated for an Olivier Award in the UK in the
  category of Best New Play in 2003.

Angel Cruz (Latino, 20s–30s)
  A young Puerto Rican man from New York. Street-smart, impulsive, and
  fiercely loyal. Angel is in jail for shooting a cult leader, which he
  sees as an act of righteousness. He’s deeply conflicted — angry at the
  system, unsure of his faith, and searching for meaning.
Lucius Jenkins (Black, 30s–40s)
  A charismatic and intelligent man convicted of multiple murders. Now
  born-again and deeply spiritual, Lucius is confident, captivating, and
  eloquent. He sees himself as redeemed by God but is still wrestling
  with his past. The actor must bring depth, charm, and menace all at
  once.
Mary Jane Hanrahan (Any ethnicity, Female, 20s–40s)
  Angel’s public defender. Tough, principled, and deeply empathetic. A
  professional who’s idealistic but not naive, Mary Jane believes in
  justice and tries to do the right thing, even when the system works
  against her. Must portray subtle strength and vulnerability.
Charlie D’Amico (White, Male, 30s–50s)
  A longtime prison guard. Kind-hearted and old-school, Charlie treats
  the inmates with respect and humanity. He tries to do his job with
  dignity and fairness. A voice of calm and reason amidst chaos.
Valdez (Any ethnicity, Male, 20s–50s)
  A newer guard with a chip on his shoulder. Cruel, power-hungry, and
  antagonistic. He masks his insecurity with aggression and has a bitter
  streak. Valdez provokes and tests both Angel and Lucius. Strong
  presence, intimidating energy.

Please direct any questions to director Evan Jones, 
epjones1234 at gmail.com.