Destiny of Desire - LA EPA (05.11.26)

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Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA

AUDITION DATE

Monday, May 11, 2026

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (P)

Lunch 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

CONTRACT

LORT Non-Rep

$1453 weekly minimum (LORT A)

SEEKING

Equity actors for roles in DESTINY OF DESIRE (See breakdown).

A co-production with Denver Center Theatre Company & Center Theatre Group.

Actors must be available for both DCPA and CTG dates to be considered.

All roles will be understudied.

PREPARATION

2 short (1-minute) contrasting monologues or 1 (2-minute) monologue, preferably from a published play OR 1 short monologue and one song in the style of the production. An accompanist will be provided. Also, bring your picture and resume, stapled together.

LOCATION

Center Theatre Group's The Music Center Annex

601 W Temple St

Los Angeles, CA 90012-2621

Holding room - Rehearsal Room C

PERSONNEL

Playwright: Karen Zacarias

Director: Marcela Lorca

Choreographer: TBD

Music Director: Deborah Wicks La Puma

Composer: TBD

Dramaturg: Ken Cerniglia

Fight & Intimacy Choreographer: TBD

Voice & Dialect Coach: TBD

Expected to attend:

Brandon Ivie: Artistic Producer

Accompanist

OTHER DATES

See breakdown for production-specific dates.

OTHER

EPA Procedures are in effect for this audition.

An Equity Monitor will be provided.

Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition.

Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.

Breakdown

DESTINY OF DESIRE

Denver Center for the Performing Arts:

LORT B contract - $1225/week

The Wolf Theatre

REH: Aug 11th, 2026

DESIGNER RUN: Sept 1st

TECH: Sept 4th

PREVIEW: Sept 11th

OPENING: Sept 18th

CLOSING: Oct 4th, 2026

Center Theatre Group:

LORT A Contract - $1453/week

Mark Taper Forum

REH: Nov 3rd, 2026

TECH: Nov 6th

PREVIEW: Nov 11th

OPENING: Nov 15th

CLOSING: Dec 20th, 2026

POTENTIAL EXTENSION CLOSING: Dec 27th, 2026

SYNOPSIS: Delight in every scandalous plot twist and epic love story of this vibrant, brilliantly funny, and completely unapologetic homage to the telenovela. On a stormy night in Bellarica, Mexico, two baby girls are born – one into outlandish wealth, and one into a life of poverty. When the newborns are swapped by a ruthless ex-beauty queen, the stage is set for two outrageous misfortunes to grow into an extraordinary destiny. Karen Zacarías' hilarious hit, Destiny of Desire, has everything you love about telenovelas, while bursting with Brechtian interludes, Shakespearian-style antics, and live music - even if you’ve never watched a telenovela, you’ll know why it’s one of the most popular forms of storytelling on the planet.

Casting Note: The actors are both the elegant EPIC ENSEMBLE that employ Brechtian techniques of Quotes and Titles and songs, and they are the Aristotelian heartbreaking Characters of “Destiny of Desire”.

SEEKING:

Hortencia Del Rio (35-45, latine, female identifying) A beautiful, promising yet poor mother who due to circumstances becomes a maid to the richest woman in town. She is an excellent mother, loyal to her loved ones and a warm-hearted woman. Excellent Singer, soloist, Mezzo.

Ernesto Del Rio (35-45, latine, male identifying) Hortencia’s hardworking husband. He’s poor, has scars on his face. He will do anything for his family. Excellent Singer, soloist, Baritone.

Victoria Maria Del Rio / Nurse 1 (late teens, latine, female identifying) Ernesto and Hortencia’s beautiful yet sickly daughter. She wants to become a doctor and open a free clinic for the poor. She is also romantic. Excellent Singer, soloist, Soprano with Belt.

Armando Castillo (50-70, latine, male identifying) Owner of The Castillo Casino. The most powerful and richest man in town. He is driven first by money but has a soft spot for his children. Good Singer, nonsoloist.

Fabiola Castillo (35-45, latine, female identifying) The beauty Queen wife of Armando Castillo. A complicated woman, driven by passion, greed, and her need for status in society. She will do or say anything to get what she wants. Good singer, potential soloist, Alto.

Pilar Esperanza Castillo / Nurse 2 (late teens, latine, female identifying) Armando and Fabiola’s beautiful daughter. Brought up in a wealthy household and expected to be a “society” girl. In her heart she is an artist, a poet and a open hearted young woman. She falls madly in love with Sebastián. Excellent Singer, soloist, Mezzo with Belt.

Sebastián José Castillo / Paramedic 1 / Cop 1 (28-35, latine, male identifying) Armando’s estranged son from a former marriage. He’s trying to make amends with his father, let go of mistakes he’s made in the past. He falls madly in love with Pilar. Excellent Singer, soloist, Tenor.

Doctor Jorge Ramiro Mendoza / Casino Dealer / Cop (45-60, latine, male identifying) The Head of the Hospital. His interest in Hortencia (a married woman) drives him to practice unethical acts in order to pressure her. He uses his influence and power. Good Singer, non-soloist.

Dr. Diego Mendoza / Paramedic 2 / Cop 2 (28-35, latine, male identifying) Doctor Jorge Ramiro Mendoza’s handsome estranged son…also a doctor. He falls in love with Victoria and shares her dream to open a clinic for the poor. Good Singer, non-soloist.

Sister Sonia (50-70, latine, female identifying) A nurse who is a nun. She became a nun after losing her memory in an accident. In the past, she had a family and influence. She is strategic, kind, but also abides by the rules of her world. Good Singer, non-soloist.

Musician 1 (any age, latine, any gender identity) Piano and Guitar - comfortable with pop, traditional latin styles, and improvisation.

Musician 2 (any age, latine, any gender identity) Melodic instrument - Violin or Trumpet. Additional instruments (sax, bass, percussion, etc. is a bonus.)

Offstage Understudy 1 (30s to 40s, latine, male identifying) Covers Ernesto Del Rio, Sebastian Jose Castillo / Paramedic 1 / Cop 1 & Dr. Diego Mendoza / Paramedic 2 / Cop 2 tracks.

Offstage Understudy 2 (early 40s to mid 50s, latine, male identifying) Covers Armando Castillo & Doctor Jorge Ramiro Mendoza / Casino Dealer / Cop tracks.

Offstage Understudy 3 (late teens to early 20s, latine, female identifying) Covers Victoria Maria Del Rio/Nurse 1 & Pilar Esperanza Castillo / Nurse 2 tracks.

Offstage Understudy 4 (late 30s to early 40s, latine, female identifying) Covers Hortencia Del Rio & Fabiola Castillo & Sister Sonia tracks.

SALARY

LORT Non-Rep $1453 weekly minimum (LORT A)

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