EXPIRES: September 21, 2025

Seeking Cast for Production of “A Shadow of Light” in NY

Dancing Singing Theater
Paying up to $500/project
Description

Cast for “A Shadow of Light” musical revue. ONLY LOCAL & FL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Please see the details below.

About the project:
A brand-new original musical revue featuring emotional storytelling through a curated mix of songs from Broadway, pop, and contemporary sources.
This show calls for triple-threat performers who can sing, dance, and act with strength, versatility, and honesty.
“A Shadow of Light follows Crystal and Jason—two young adults from different walks of life—as they face love, loss, and self-discovery. It’s an intimate, heartfelt journey told entirely through music and movement. Think The Notebook, Jagged Little Pill, and Fun Home.”

Rate:
Ensemble: $250 stipend + performance tips.
Principals: $500 stipend + performance tips.
All rates negotiable based on experience.
For out-of-town performers only:
• Shared housing provided.
• Shared company car or gas reimbursement.
• Roundtrip coach travel covered.

Additional info:
NOTE: This is a vocally demanding production for all performers.
Ensemble roles are dance-heavy with required proficiency in ballet, tap, and jazz.
Especially seeking Central Florida-based talent.
Callbacks:
In-person in NYC: August 21 & September 22.
Virtual via Zoom (by request).
Location: Orlando & Eustis, FL.
Contract dates: December 7, 2025 – January 4, 2026
Performances:
• January 2 at 7:30 PM
• January 3 at 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
• January 4 at 2:00 PM
(Possible added show on Jan 4 at 6:00 PM)
Christmas Day & New Year’s Eve are OFF. Cast may be called on New Year’s Day for final dress.

When applying, please include headshot, resume, vocal/acting reel, and dance footage (tap required for ensemble).

10 Project roles
CRYSTAL DAVIS
20
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29.
Middle-class college student in NYC who’s put her dreams of performing on hold to care for her ailing mother. Strong actor/singer with emotional depth.
Application deadline closed.
JASON RIVERS
20
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29.
Talented singer/musician from the streets with no family. Uses music to escape his past. A charismatic presence, haunted by memories of his father. Strong contemporary vocalist.
Application deadline closed.
LEITHIA DAVIS
50
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59.
Crystal’s mother, a former performer now in the late stages of dementia. Emotional, non-singing role.
Application deadline closed.
DENNIS DAVIS
50
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59.
Crystal’s father, Leithia’s devoted husband, and a former performer. Supportive, grounded, and filled with quiet strength.
Application deadline closed.
MALE ENSEMBLE 1
20
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29.
Versatile singer/actor/dancer. Plays Conductor, Conrad Rivers, Caffeine Guy.
Application deadline closed.
MALE ENSEMBLE 2
20
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29.
Plays Operator, Director, Brad. Strong comedic presence and flexibility.
Application deadline closed.
FEMALE ENSEMBLE 1
20
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29.
Plays Engineer, Alex, Waitress, Nurse 1. Strong singer/dancer.
Application deadline closed.
FEMALE ENSEMBLE 2
20
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29.
Plays Dispatcher, Cassie, Nurse 2, Choreographer, River. Strong mover/actor.
Application deadline closed.
BALLET DANCER/ENSEMBLE
20
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39.
Strong ballet dancer with pointe work to appear in featured ensemble sequences.
Application deadline closed.
TAP DANCER/ENSEMBLE
20
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39.
Experienced tap dancer for featured rhythm sequences and character roles.
Application deadline closed.