This item from Adam Samtur, on behalf of Just ASK
Just ASK is returning with style and flair to host its EIGHTH – count it, EIGHTH – One Night Stand night of staged readings!
And we’re looking your way!
That’s right! We need talented writer/directors and actors such as yourselves to help us make our most popular and long-lasting event a rousing success. Our next One Night Stand, A Night of Staged Readings will be held on Thursday, July 7th from 7-9pm at the Irish Rogue Bar at 356 W. 44th St. b/w 8th & 9th Aves. To those of you who have participated before, you know what a blast this event always is. We are looking for writers and actors to submit themselves (or their works) for the event!! No auditions necessary!
Our new CONTEST FORMAT which we rolled out in early 2010 will continue with this event. Audience members will vote on their favorite pieces and the playwright whose piece receives the most votes will receive a CASH PRIZE!!!!
What We’re Looking For:
– 8-10 short, preferably humorous/upbeat scripts. We find short sketch-like pieces work best, as opposed to dramas or monologues.
– Actors to perform in said pieces.
– Musicians or variety acts (stand-up, poetry, flamethrower-juggling, etc.) – keep set-up simple! You will only have about 1 minute to set up / take down.
Here’s how it works:
Playwrights:
1) Please submit your piece digitally to justaskproductions@gmail.com (Microsoft Word .doc or Adobe .pdf formats preferable) with a run-time of 8 minutes or shorter (no piece above 8 minutes will be considered).
2) In your email, please let us know if you have a cast for your piece. This is the preferred option as you will have worked with your actors before, but fear not: if you need actors, just tell us in your submission email and we will cast your piece for you from the pool of actors who submit. It is crucial that you let us know if you need actors or not.
3) You must be able to both attend the event and direct your own piece (call time is 6pm and we should be done around 9 or 9:30). If you REALLY want to be involved and it is impossible for you to direct/attend, let us know, and we will do our very best to accommodate.
4) A small $10 acceptance fee is asked of the writer(s) upon selection of their piece – ie, you need not pay us anything until we let you know that your piece was accepted. This helps subsidize the cost of the evening and acts as both our insurance policy and as your contribution to the “pool” – if your piece wins, you’ll make your money back AND THEN SOME! The fee must be brought to the venue the night of in cash or check (no cards, please)
**Your piece will not be considered if you do not provide us with the information listed above**
Actors:
1) Please submit a headshot and resume if you’d like to be considered for a part (you MUST be available from 6-10pm on Sunday the 18th!!)
2) Not all actors will be used; it will be based on the number and types of roles that are present in the selected scripts.
Musicians/Variety Acts:
Simply email us with some information about yourself, what kind of act (or music) you plan on playing, and links to any demo tracks, clips, or website info you deem appropriate.
Submissions for writers, actors, and musicians are due by Midnight on Wednesday, June 15th. If you submit earlier, you have a better chance of getting in. We will notify participants on a rolling basis; that is, as we cast the shows we will let you know. Do not book anything for July 7th until you hear from us! Once we email you, you will have 48 hours to confirm your participation. If you accept a role, you are expected to perform!
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