SYNOPSIS

Hmong memoirist and cancer survivor Mai See meets a young filmmaker named Quest, who is inspired to document Mai See’s story despite suffering from chronic cancer herself. When Mai See relapses, their unlikely friendship helps her understand the things in life that are worth keeping and the things worth letting go.

“As a cancer survivor and now finding my way as a thriver, I want to tell a story that highlights nuances most folks wouldn't normally see when dealing with cancer, as well as show as many varied cancering characters as I can. Also the question, ‘What does one need to move forward?’ has been pivotal in shaping this work,” Katie Ka Vang says.

SEEKING

Both Equity (AEA SPT6 contract) and non-Equity (paid roles) actor/singers. All roles are local contracts.

WHEN & WHERE 

Auditions: Sunday, Sept 25, 2022, from 6-9 p.m. CDT

Callbacks: Monday, Sept 26, 2022, from 4-8 p.m. CDT

Both auditions and callbacks will take place in the Mu Studio located at 755 Prior Avenue N, Suite 107, Saint Paul, MN 55104.

Please sign up for an audition slot and follow the instructions HERE.

REHEARSAL & PERFORMANCE DATES

Rehearsals: Feb 28 to Mar 31, 2023

Tech Rehearsals: Mar 21 to 31, 2023

Previews: Mar 29 to 30, 2023

Opening Night: Mar 31, 2023

Closing Performance: Apr 16, 2023

Rehearsals will take place in the Mu Studio (755 Prior Ave. N, Suite 107, Saint Paul) and at Mixed Blood Theatre (1501 S Fourth St., Minneapolis). Performances will take place at Mixed Blood Theatre.

CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS 

• Mai See, 39, Hmong American. She’s a cancer survivor and memoirist. Exhausted, stuck. (Mezzo-Soprano)

• Quest, 20, Hmong American. She has chronic cancer and is a documentary filmmaker. Enthusiastic, hopeful, clever. (Mezzo-Soprano)

• Broc/Doctor/Mystical Snail, 30-60, Asian American. He holds power in real/serious and farcical/fantastical ways. (Bari-Tenor)

• The role of Shia is pre-cast.

COVID POLICY

To continue our efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, we ask that all auditioners wear masks indoors regardless of vaccination status. Auditioners may take their masks off in the room during their audition. Mu staff will also be wearing masks.

CAN’T MAKE IT?

• Please choose sides for one role and prepare the corresponding side and song. (Script, sides, and song instructions are in this folder.)

• Fill out an audition form.

• Email your video to: info@theatermu.org by Sept 18.

Want to be a part of AGAIN as an assistant director? Find out what you need to apply for the position’s Oct 10 deadline.