CASTING CALL
Auditions for staged reading of The Surprizing Work of God, a folk-opera about Jonathan Edwards by Jeff Olmsted
Jan 25, 26, 2025
Bombyx Center for Arts and Equity, 130 Pine Street, Florence, MA
Auditions-Sunday Dec 1, 1:00-4:00 by appointment
CASTING
Jonathan Edwards (Tenor C3-A4 (mostly E3-E4) the one who preached “Sinners in the Hands of An Angry God” in Northampton in 1742. From lyrical to declamatory.
Sarah Edwards (Soprano A3-E-5), wife of Jonathan, she was a mystic, sought-after as an herbal healer, plus she ran the farm and they had eleven children. Range A4-E5.
Leah (Alto G3-C5) Woman enslaved to the Edwards’ family. This character narrates, speaking directly to the audience. Requires actor to be Black/AA identifying. Other roles blind cast.
These roles are paid. We are also looking for (unpaid) chorus members, to play the congregation, in hell and in heaven. The music is tuneful, not difficult. Most rehearsal in January, singers at music stands, Jan 25-26 4 p.m. Email Jeff: surprizingwork@gmail.com.