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HOMEBOUND: An Original African Musical Theatre Production

HOMEBOUND, an original African musical theatre production from African Broadway: four travellers with suitcases look out over a city at sunset

Sometimes going home isn’t about returning to a place.
It’s about returning to the parts of yourself you left behind.

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HOMEBOUND is an original musical theatre production exploring family, identity, belonging, migration and the complicated meaning of home.

The journey home

Four lives.
Different reasons.
One journey.

Now casting

Casting Call

HOMEBOUND
An Original African Musical Theatre Production

African Broadway is seeking four actor-singers for the initial production of HOMEBOUND.

We are looking for performers who can bring strong acting, vocal ability, emotional depth, and authentic storytelling to an intimate new musical theatre work.

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HOMEBOUND casting call: a woman with a suitcase looks out over a city at sunset

Who we’re casting

4 Actor-Singers

2 Female Performers

20s to 30s

Strong actors and singers with natural stage presence.

1 Female Performer

40+

A mature, commanding presence with strong dramatic and vocal ability. The character’s age is flexible; we are looking for the right performer and presence.

1 Male Performer

Late 30s to 50s

Charismatic, emotionally expressive actor with strong musical-theatre vocals and comedic timing.

Who Should Audition?

African performers are encouraged to apply.

The production is rooted in a Nigerian cultural setting, so familiarity with Nigerian culture, language, family dynamics and/or the African diaspora is a plus.

You do not have to be Nigerian to audition.

We are interested in performers who can connect authentically with the world of the story and bring their own depth and perspective to the work.

Professional theatre experience is welcome, but strong emerging performers are encouraged to apply.

What We’re Looking For

  • Strong acting ability
  • Confident singing ability
  • Emotional range
  • Natural stage presence
  • Ability to take direction
  • Strong ensemble instincts
  • Commitment to the rehearsal and performance process

Audition Process

Round 1: Video submission

Please submit:

  • A recent headshot or clear photo
  • A 60 to 90 second acting video
  • A 60 to 90 second singing video
  • A brief introduction and performance background
  • Your location
  • Your availability for rehearsals and performances

Selected performers will be invited to a callback, where they will work with material from HOMEBOUND.

Production Details

Production: HOMEBOUND
Company: African Broadway
Format: Intimate black-box musical theatre
Cast: 4 performers
Location: Long Island / NYC area
Rehearsals: Bay Shore, New York
Compensation: Volunteer, unpaid initial production

Because this is a four-person production, each performer will have a significant role in the storytelling and creative development of the work.

Ready to Audition?

We’re currently accepting submissions for four actor-singers.

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Support HOMEBOUND

Help bring HOMEBOUND to the stage.

Your gift supports African Broadway as it develops HOMEBOUND and brings new African musical theatre to audiences.

African Broadway is a 501(c)(3) organization. Eligible charitable contributions are tax-deductible.