BIPOC/latinx/AAPI; a young drag artist and street percussionist who is HIV-positive. They meet and fall in love with Collins. Angel is the most generous and selfless character in the show–they embrace life and live it to the fullest. Seeking a magnetic actor who is a strong, well-rounded singer/actor/dancer. Some percussion skills are a plus but not required. Vocal Range: Tenor with Falsetto (C3-A4).
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
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male-presenting, 25-35, any ethnicity; Benny used to be Mark and Roger's roommate but - after marrying Alison Grey whose rich family is involved with real estate - he is now their landlord. While in the beginning he is caught up in the lifestyle of wealth and affluence, he ultimately realizes that his friends are more important than what money can buy. The actor playing this role must be a good singer and actor. Vocal Range: Tenor (Eb3-F4).
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
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any gender and ethnicity, 18+; six vibrant, energetic, diverse actors/singers with strong movement abilities. They play a wide variety of characters in the show–comic and dramatic, act as a Greek chorus, and are primarily responsible for keeping the electricity moving through each moment. They are the heartbeat of this production of "Rent." Dance experience is a plus but not required.
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
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female-presenting, 25-35, BIPOC/Latinx/AAPI; Joanne is an Ivy League-educated lawyer and activist. She struggles to not be jealous of her girlfriend Maureen’s flirtatious nature with other people. Though she was raised in an affluent political family, she is committed to helping those less fortunate. The person playing this role must be an excellent singer and a strong actor who can move well. Vocal Range: Soprano Belt (Bb3-E5).
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
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male-presenting, 20-35, Any Ethnicity; Mark is an aspiring filmmaker who narrates occasionally throughout the show. He insists that he can survive the bleakness of his environment through his art. It soon becomes apparent, though, that he is more comfortable viewing the world through his lens rather than actively engaging in it. Strong singer/actor with solid movement skills. Vocal Range: Tenor (C#3-G4).
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
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female-presenting, 20-35, any ethnicity; Maureen is a performing artist and activist. She left Mark to be with her new girlfriend, Joanne. She is flirtatious, sassy, and funny. She is bold and speaks her mind, and is not at all afraid to take on the establishment and fight for what she believes in. Though she can be seen as self-serving, most of what she does comes from a good place. The person playing this role must be an excellent singer and actor. Vocal Range: Soprano Belt (C4-F5).
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
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female-presenting, 18-25, BIPOC/Latinx/AAPI; Mimi Marquez is an HIV-positive dancer who struggles with an addiction to heroin. She is energetic, sweet, and optimistic but with some dark secrets. Though Mimi has lived a lot of life for such a young person, she still sees the world as full of endless possibilities. The person playing this role must be a strong singer, dancer, and exceptional actor. They must be able to convincingly portray the struggles of heroin addiction and HIV/AIDS, while still maintaining the optimism of youth. Vocal Range: Alto/Mezzo-Soprano (F#3-E5).
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male-presenting, 25-35, any ethnicity; Roger is a struggling musician who is HIV-positive. His main goal in life is to write one great song before he dies. The roommate and best friend of Mark. The actor playing this role must be a good actor and an excellent singer with a rock edge. Some guitar skills are a plus, but are not required. Vocal Range: Rock Tenor (B2-A4).
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
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male-presenting, 25-35, BIPOC/Latinx/AAPI preferred; Tom Collins is a computer genius, philosophy professor, an anarchist who was recently expelled from MIT. He is HIV-positive and a proud member of the ACT UP activism movement. Former roommate to Mark, Maureen, Roger, and Benny. Undeniably the coolest guy in the room. The actor playing this role must be an excellent singer and actor. Vocal Range: Baritone/Tenor (F#2 - A4) One A4 for a short duration.
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
Required Media: Headshot/Photo, Cover Letter