Announcing AUDITIONS for
Saltworks Theatre Company
SOCIAL ISSUE TOUR
Dynamic, interactive and inspiring dramas for children and youth addressing
issues of alcohol and drug use, bullying, nutrition and exercise, and self worth.
We do not evangelize or proselytize through our shows, but our plays reflect Christian values.
I AM THE BROTHER OF DRAGONS
Grades 6-12
An award-winning story about the cycle of chemical dependency and the hope of recovery
KING OF THE MOUNTAIN
Grades K-5
Belinda is being bullied by Butch and his buddies. After a sequence of unfortunate events, Belinda finally tells until she gets results.
Off ‘Script
Grades 7-12
The misuse of prescription drugs is often overlooked and unnoticed for too long. On off ‘Script, three students share their stories of addiction to prescription drugs, the consequences of their actions and their journey to hope and healing.
IMU 2.0
Grades 6-10
An android with artificial intelligence is assigned to Rob who is to teach it rules to live by. When all lessons are compiled, the summation is “treat others the way you wish to be treated as long as they are above you in the social order. To those below, do whatever you wish.”
Alex Rewrites the Wrongs
Grades K-5
Alex…with encourage students to be leaders by doing the right thing, even when no one is looking. Inspired by Sean Covey’s book, 7 Habits of Happy Kids, this interactive play will inspire children to be proactive to see change in their live and be a leader in starting that change.
COMPANY HISTORY
Our social issue plays have toured since 1983 and been seen by over 2 ½ million people. Each play is based on Judeo-Christian values. Saltworks is a faith-based, non-sectarian, educational organization and does not proselytize through its programming. Saltworks’ other programming includes a Young Actors Studio, Young Company performances and Community Impact plays.
TOURING REGION
The primary touring area is Western Pennsylvania, with additional performances throughout PA, Ohio, New Jersey, Maryland and West Virginia. Approximately 150 performances are presented during the school year by a five member tour, consisting of three men and two women. They average two school assemblies a day.
SALARY
Compensation is paid for all rehearsals, performances and administrative duties. Per diem and lodging is provided for all overnights.
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WORK HOURS
Employment is part-time from September through May with a mid-tour break. The daily touring schedule varies widely, but most days begin and end at the Saltworks office in the Oakland/Shadyside section of Pittsburgh, PA . A typical day begins at 7:00 am and ends by 3:00 P.M..
AUDITIONS
Auditions are held at various campuses and colleges. Private auditions can be arranged at the Saltworks Office (412) 621-6150 x 201 located in Pittsburgh, PA. Video taped auditions are accepted. Include two monologues, one dramatic and one comedic, a bio, recent head shot and two professional references.
HOUSING
Touring Actors are required to live in the Pittsburgh area. We recommend actors relocate one week prior to start of rehearsals.
REHEARSALS
Rehearsals will begin at the beginning of September and are generally held from 8:30-4:00, and will include training on social issues, question and answer sessions, and non-performance jobs as well as participation in team-building activities.
NON-PERFORMANCE DUTIES
After the rehearsal period ends, the tour is on the road without a director or stage manager. Shows and accommodations are booked through the office, but the actors serve as crew, driver, stage manager, etc. Each tour member is assigned a non-performance job, but all members work together as a team. They are responsible to maintain good working relationships with each other and communication with the tour manager. Because of the physical and emotional demands of touring, all tour members must be in good health.
STUDENT INTERACTION
After each performance, a brief question and answer time is held during which students are free to ask any question about the show or the actors personally. Actors are coached on how to handle difficult questions. If time allows after the assembly is over, the tour is expected to seek opportunities to interact with the students (i.e. speaking individually to students, eating lunch with the students, asking to speak to a class). It is imperative that the actors have a heart for young people and that their personal lives match up with the values projected in the plays.
PERSONAL INTEGRITY
All prospective employees will be asked to sign a Statement of Integrity, stating their personal standards regarding alcohol and tobacco use, etc.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
More information about Saltworks may be found at our website: www.saltworks.org or call 412-621-6150 ext. 201 or e-mail for Norma Alrutz, Executive Director.