Audition Notice: The Last Five Years – Role of Jamie Wellerstein

Production: The Last Five Years
Theatre/Producer: Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre
Directors: Manda Costoulas & Savannah Patton
Show Dates: February 28 – March 9, 2025
Rehearsal Start Date: January 20, 2025
Location: Marietta, GA
Compensation: Yes

Seeking: Jamie Wellerstein

• Gender: Male
• Character Age: 25 to 35
• Vocal Range: Strong tenor (A2–Bb4)
  
  Jamie is a charismatic, ambitious novelist whose career is on the rise. He is passionate, self-assured, and at times arrogant, with a natural charm and vulnerability that make him both lovable and flawed.
  
  Requirements:
  The role requires strong singing skills to perform emotionally charged and vocally demanding songs, as well as excellent acting skills to portray a wide range of emotions. Must be comfortable with emotionally intense material, comedic timing, and dynamic solo performances. Actors of all ethnicities are encouraged to audition.

Audition Submission Details:
Auditions will be held via virtual submission. To audition, please:

1. Submit a video performing 32 bars of a contemporary musical theatre song that showcases your vocal range and emotional depth. Songs from The Last Five Years are acceptable but not required.
2. Prepare and record two contrasting monologues (no longer than 90 seconds each): one dramatic and one comedic, highlighting your versatility as an actor.
3. Attach a headshot and resume to your submission email.
4. Include your name and “The Last Five Years Audition” in the subject line of your submission email. In the body of your email, include your
   1. Full name
   2. Phone number
   3. Possible rehearsal conflicts
   4. Link to your video audition

Deadline for Submissions: January 3, 2025
Email Submissions To: auditions@strandmarietta.org

We look forward to your submission! For questions, please contact auditions@strandmarietta.org.