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Audition Notice for Metro Theater Company’s CARMELA FULL OF WISHES
Metro Theater Company is seeking actors for our upcoming fall tour of Carmela Full of Wishes by Alvaro Saar Rios, based on the Book by Matt de la Peña.
Directed by Adam Flores
MTC seeks to cast adult actors with Latine Identity of all genders and abilities
In Person Form
Production Details
Experience the heartwarming story of “Carmela Full of Wishes” brought to life in this enchanting play for young audiences. From the creators of the beloved Last Stop on Market Street comes a tale filled with magic, hope, and the beauty of everyday moments.
On her birthday, Carmela’s greatest wish has already come true—she’s finally old enough to accompany her big brother on the family’s daily errands. As they journey through their vibrant neighborhood, past familiar sights like the busy bus stop, the local repair shop, and the panadería, Carmela discovers a single dandelion growing in the pavement outside the Laundromat. But before she can blow its delicate seeds into the wind, her brother reminds her of the importance of making a wish. If only she could find the perfect wish…
This play is a heartfelt celebration of family, dreams, and finding hope in the most unexpected places. “Carmela Full of Wishes” will inspire audiences of all ages to cherish the small moments that make life extraordinary.
This show will tour the STL region!
Rehearsals:
August 11th - 15th, August 17th-18th, August 20th-22nd, August 24th-25th, & August 27th-29th 10:00am-3:00pm
Technical Rehearsals:
August 31st, September 2nd, September 4th-6th 10:00am-4:00pm
Performances (primarily during the school day, with select evening and weekend performances): September 8th- November 2nd.
Pay Rate: Non-Equity, $425/week (rehearsals and performances up to 7 per week, for additional performances an additional $60 will be paid per performance)
*NO HOUSING PROVIDED*
Characters:
Carmela-Latina
Big Brother-Latino
Mami and others-Latina
Papi and others-Latino
Please contact Carl@metroplays.org for any questions or concerns
Contracted Teaching Artist
Position: Teaching Artist
Reports to: Education Director
Job Type: Part-Time
Compensation: $20/hour for training and planning time, $50/hour for teaching
Position Overview:
Metro Theater Company is seeking enthusiastic, empathetic, and social justice minded teaching artists to teach our flagship education program: Building Community Through Drama (BCTD).
BCTD is expanding into 4th and 5th grade classrooms in multiple districts throughout St. Louis County. The program consists of 5 sessions (45-60 minutes in length) in individual classrooms during the school day. The curriculum is developed and continues to evolve to meet the needs of our school partners. Through a co-teaching model, teaching artists will facilitate community building activities, theatre games, role playing activities, and lead reflection discussions. The curriculum explores social and emotional learning, develops empathy, and investigates historical and current instances of bullying and oppression.
Building Community Through Drama is currently underwritten by St. Louis County Children’s Service Fund.
To Apply:
Applications for this position will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
Teaching opportunities available January – mid-May 2025, and during the 2025-2026 school year. Please submit a resume, 3 references, and a statement that speaks to what excites you about taking on this role, as well as your approach to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism are an important part of MTC’s values, and we ask you to share ways you hope to bring a commitment to EDI and anti-racism to your work. No “cover letters” necessary. While we ask that resumes be submitted in written form, we invite applicants to submit their statement via a written document, an audio file, or a link to a video recording – whatever form best supports your self-expression to introduce you to us.
MTC is committed to cultivating an environment that is inclusive, diverse, equitable and accessible to all. Candidates with disciplines unrelated to theatre or education that intersect with preferred skills and experience are encouraged to apply.
Please send statement, resume, and references to Education Director, Karen Bain, at karen@metroplays.org. The MTC team is currently working in a hybrid setting, so phone calls regarding the position may not be received or answered regularly.
Technical Positions
Interested in being part of Metro Theater Company’s design team or production crew? Please submit a resume and portfolio to Production Manager Jimmy Bernatowicz at jimmy@metroplays.org.
