Tri-M Millennial Music Makers Productions

Tootsie

The musical tells the story of a talented but volatile actor whose reputation for being difficult forces him to adopt a new identity as a woman in order to land a job. The original movie revolved around a daytime soap opera, while the show involves a Broadway musical.

Directed by: Marilyn Barnes

Dates of the Production: February 11-14, 18-21, 2027

Venue: New Mexico Actors Lab

Roles to Audition For:
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Principal Roles:
Michael Dorsey/Dorothy Michaels – a struggling actor
Tenor Range A2-Bb4 (mix/belt and falsetto/top up to D5)
Age 40-45

Julie Nichols – an actress currently starring as Juliet in Juliet's Nurse
Strong contemporary belt demands. Alto/Mezzo-Soprano E3-Eb5 (G5)
Age-30-40

Sandy Lester – an out-of-work actress and fast-talking friend/actor-hopeful of Michael and Jeff
Comic belt delivery Alto/Mezzo. Soprano A3-E5
Age 30-40

Jeff Slater – Michael's roommate, an unsuccessful playwright
Tenor/Bariton/Bass-Baritone. Male mid-range comedic spoken/sung style B3-D5
Age 30-45

Max Van Horn – a reality star currently starring as Craig, Romeo's brother, in Juliet's Nurse
Age 25-35
Tenor C3-G4

Ron Carlisle – the director and choreographer of Juliet's Nurse
Baritone Range: F#2-B4
Age 40-55

Featured Roles and Ensemble:
Rita Marshall – the producer of Juliet's Nurse. Also in Ensemble
Alto/Mezzo-soprano Range F3-B4
Age 50-65

Stan Fields – Michael's agent. Also in Ensemble
Doesn’t sing

Suzie and Stuart – the book writers for Juliet's Nurse. Also in Ensemble
Composer: Range of Stuart Eb3-G4
Lyricist: Range of Suzie Bb3-Bb4
Both Stuart and Suzie have featured lines in rehearsal numbers but remain part of the ensemble

Carl – the stage manager for Juliet's Nurse.

Other Ensemble:
Five other Ensemble members. Needs: harmony singers and theater jazz dancers. May be able to be either male or female to play hotel staff, waiters, production assistants, …

Dates and Times of the Audition(s)

Thursday, October 22, 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm
Saturday, October 24, 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm

Location of the Audition: Palen Hall, Holy Faith Episcopal Church
311 E Palace Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87501

Compensation:
Michael Dorsey: $250/performance, $2000
Other Principals: Julie Nichols, Sandy Lester, Jeff Slater, Max Van Horn, Ron Carlisle: $185/performance, $1500
Featured: Rita Marshall, Stan Fields, Suzie, Stuart, Carl: $150/performance, $1200
Ensemble: $100/performance, $800

Are union actors to be compensated as such? (e.g. Equity).: To be discussed with actor

For audition time and access to sides, please contact
Marilyn Barnes
505-670-4854
marilynpearlbarnes@gmail.com

For More Information, Contact: Cris W. Barnes, 505-670-6723, trimsantafe@gmail.com

Mark Kolokoff presents

An Evening of Original Monologues, 2027

Call For Submissions:

Producer: Mark Kolokoff
Location: TBD
Performance Dates/Tech. rehearsal: TBD (Two-Night Run, 2027)
Compensation: Equal profit-share from "Pay What You Can" door revenues

About the Project
This production aims to showcase local acting talent and elevate the diverse, multi-generational voices within our society. The final program will intertwine community submissions with a series of original monologues written by Mark Kolokoff, inspired by the iconic photographs by Diane Arbus.

Submission Guidelines
• Original Work Only: Pieces must be entirely original and contain a character description
• Length: Under four minutes in performing length. (Selected pieces over four minutes must be revised).
• Themes: Open to any issue, feeling, or experience. Work focusing on marginalized communities is highly encouraged. Be sensitive to possible language issues
• Performance: Playwrights may perform their own piece or select an actor of their choice.
• All monologues must be memorized.

Selection & Rehearsals
• Judging: A panel of three theatre professionals will review submissions and select the final pieces.
• Rehearsals: Selected performers/playwrights will attend 1–2 short (20-minute) rehearsals (possibly Zoom) with Mark as well as the final rehearsal before opening night.

(*) How to Submit:
Email Submissions and questions To: mrkolokoff@gmail.com

Submission Deadline:

January 20, 2027, one monologue per each playwright. Selections will be made after the January 20th deadline. Email monologues to mrkolokoff@gmail.com

Format: Please attach your script as a PDF or Word document. Include your name, contact information, and estimated performance runtime and who will perform your monologue.
*Those playwrights/performers under the age of 18 must submit written parent approval for their participation with their monologue submission and possible performance.

Are union actors to be compensated as such? (e.g. Equity).: Yes

For More Information, Contact: mrkolokoff@gmail.com