CLOSED: Auditions & Opportunities For ¡PASAJE!

Note on your audition: 

• Showcase your storytelling ability and authentic emotional expression. 

• Important that people sound like they are from El Monte/Los Angeles Latinos. A good reference is the show This Fool.

• Prepare a contrasting contemporary monologue, not exceeding 60 seconds, to demonstrate your acting ability. 

• For Live Auditions, Tracks will be provided if performing songs from the show. You can use your sheet music, if needed.

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Sierra Madre Playhouse's Dedication to Inclusive and Diverse Casting

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• At Sierra Madre Playhouse, we embrace equity, diversity, and inclusivity in all aspects of our casting. For productions where characteristics such as ethnicity, gender, and more are not specified for roles, we actively pursue a cast that reflects a rich diversity of backgrounds, and welcome and encourage auditions from individuals of all races, ethnicities, nationalities, genders, gender identities, sexual orientations, ages, abilities, and body types.

• For this production of ¡Pasaje!, we are specifically casting actors of Latinx backgrounds to play characters who are of Latinx heritage (primarily Mexican and Central American heritage) in order to reflect the ethnic backgrounds of these specific characters.

• Should you require any specific accommodations for your audition, please do not hesitate to contact us in advance through our auditions email. Alternatively, you can inform our audition monitors upon your arrival. We are committed to providing a supportive and accessible audition environment for everyone.

Note about the Show:

• ¡Pasaje! explores many themes close to the heart, including community/neighborhood, identity/belonging, pursuit of dreams, home/displacement, love/relationships, cultural heritage/tradition, inequality/opportunity, resilience/hope, and family/sacrifice. It takes place within a local community and neighborhood – South El Monte – a city just south of Sierra Madre where a diverse group of people live, interact (not always smoothly) and find conflict, compromise and resolution. Many characters in the play grapple with questions of identity and where they belong, particularly as they navigate issues related to their cultural heritage (primarily Mexican and Central American) and their dreams for the future. The characters in the play have complex dreams and aspirations, and the theme of pursuing one's dreams, even in the face of obstacles and challenges, is a prominent element of the story. Striving for their dreams results in many of the characters having to face the prospect of leaving their homes and community in pursuit of those dreams. Various forms of love and relationships are explored in the play, from romantic love to familial bonds and friendships. These relationships help shape the characters' decisions and experiences. The play celebrates the cultural heritage of the characters, primarily of Mexican and Central American descent, and highlights the importance of preserving traditions and passing them on to future generations. Issues related to economic inequality and the limited opportunities faced by some characters are discussed, emphasizing the challenges for people of color pursuing the American dream. Despite facing adversity and uncertainty, the characters in ¡Pasaje! display resilience and maintain a sense of hope for a better future. Family plays a most significant role in the lives of the characters, and the theme of sacrifice for the well-being of loved ones is repeatedly expressed.

• For those auditioning, it's essential to recognize that this production values not just vocal prowess but also the ability to embody characters who are endearing, genuine, and capable of conveying a story through acting. The characters' ability to resonate with the audience, both with other ensemble members and as individuals, is crucial for the show's emotional impact.