AUDITIONS for Dancing With The Moon

[James Freeman]

AUDITIONS March 28 & 29 at Town Hall Theatre 3535 School Street, Lafayette, CA, for
DANCING WITH THE MOON by James Freeman! (World Premiere)
Directed by Jon Porter Lee
Performance Dates: August 6–22, 2026
Rehearsals Begin: July 2026 (Initial Zoom reading in late June)
Non-AEA only.
A $300 stipend.
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About the Play:
DANCING WITH THE MOON
An original play with music. Featuring 20 songs and 36 music cues, five singing roles, but it is not a Musical.
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“When Ed, a homeless African American Vietnam vet living in solitude, is approached by Bunny, a runaway teenage girl, they embark on a poignant hilarious pilgrimage through the wounds of society..
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Auditions (by appointment):
March 28th & 29th 12:00pm-4pm
Rehearsals are no more than 5 days per week, typically weekday evenings, Saturday afternoons, and/or Sunday evenings. Full rehearsal schedule TBD. Callbacks (by appointment)
If you cannot attend the audition, please contact Jon Porter Lee at mailto:mailto:jonpor...@gmail.com. Self-tape or Zoom auditions will be accommodated.
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WHAT TO PREPARE:
Please prepare a one-minute monologue in which you tell a strong emotional story. Vocalists may also sing a song of their choice, a cappella.
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ROLES:
ED (70-80) – African American Male
A homeless Vietnam vet living in a fantasy world, haunted by PTSD. Smart and witty. His gallows humor reveals pain and anger.
(Singing role: 8 songs)
Note: Physical scene with Bubba and Joey.
BUNNY (18–20) – Caucasian Female
A runaway fleeing an abusive father and dysfunctional family. Fearless. Courageous. She masks pain with anger; nothing intimidates her. Her vulnerability is expressed through song.
JEREMY (35–45) – Caucasian Male
A flunky right-wing businessman from an upper class family steeped in prejudice. Desperate for stature, he masks insecurity and failure. Bunny’s resemblance to his lost love plays heavy in his actions.
(Singing role: 2 songs)
OFFICER ARROYO (30s) – Hispanic Female
A dedicated beat cop. After fleeing Central American violence, her family gives gratitude to the USA through service.
(Singing role: 1 song)
CHI DIEP (21–25) – Asian or Black Female
A second generation Vietnam war baby. She rebels against her mother’s traditional values. Street-smart, sassy, and determined to reject societal confines.
(Singing role: 1 song)
BUTCH (25–30) – Male, White
Bunny’s older brother. Represents denial and concealed evil. He covers insecurity and guilt with obedience. He is cunning in his self-deception.
BUBBA and JOEY (20s) – Male
Two street kids rebelling against their upbringings. Tough and rude, but more bark than bite.
Note: Physical scene with Ed.
MICKY (19) – Female, Any Ethnicity
Rebellious out of boredom. Disconnected from family and school. Tags along with Joey and Bubba seeking belonging and protection.
Note: physical scene with Bunny.
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Further questions about the play or to request a script, contact James Freeman at mailto:mailto:jassica...@gmail.com
TO SIGN UP TO AUDITION, PLEASE VISIT
https://m.signupgenius.com/... (https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C0E45AFAA28A4FFC16-62478217-dancing)
PLEASE BRING A HARD COPY OF YOUR HEAD SHOT AND RESUME.
We look forward to seeing you at Town Hall Theatre!
Jon Porter Lee