No Quarter, The Musical
by Regian Entertainment

Nov. 27 - Dec. 01

"We have all heard the story of the battle for the Alamo, but it has never been told entirely from the Mexican perspective."

This sung-through, two-act musical explores the dual narratives of three young fictionalized Mexican soldiers and three historical Mexican commanders serving under General Antonio López de Santa Anna. The story examines themes of slavery, immigration, cultural differences, and tensions within Santa Anna's leadership as the battle of the Alamo unfolds as a backdrop.

 

[Graphic: 1854 sketch of the Alamo, via Wikipeda]

Executive Producer Regian Entertainment, helmed by UT alum and producer Hunter Regian in association with Natasha Davison of ND Productions, is holding auditions for the development workshop of No Quarter The Musical to be hosted at Texas Performing Arts on The University of Texas at Austin campus.

Written by Jonathan Peterson, with music by Rick Del Castillo, lyrics by Rick Del Castillo and Jonathan Peterson, and concept by Randolph Clandenen, No Quarter The Musical presents a fresh perspective on the legendary Battle of the Alamo.

Regian Entertainment is seeking to fill all roles with strong singer/actors to join a two-week workshop in January 2025 to develop and explore this powerful new musical, bringing these rich, dynamic characters to life.

Rehearsal schedule for No Quarter will be created around cast availability.

Regain Entertainment is committed to inclusivity and as such unless specifically called for in the script, we cast without consideration to ability, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, size, or shape.

DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP DETAILS:

  • Workshop Dates: January 21–February 1, 2025
  • Auditions: By Video Submission only, due December 1 by 11:59 PM. See info below.
  • Callbacks: December 7, 2024, at UT Austin (by producing team request only)
  • Location: UT Austin
  • Pay: Stipend provided
  • Local Hire: No housing provided; must live within commutable distance to UT Austin.

DIRECTING STAFF:

  • Directing Consultant: Michael Ávila (University of Texas Department of Theatre and Dance)
  • Music Director: Susan Finnegan (St. Edward’s University)

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Deadline for Video Submissions: December 1, 2024, by 11:59 PM
  • Email Submissions To: auditions@regianentertainment.com
  • Subject Line: NO QUARTER AUDITION: [Name of auditionee]
  • Body of Email:
    • Name:
    • Age:
    • Daytime and nighttime availability (January 21–February 1):
    • Vocal Range:
    • Attach PDF of resume
    • Attach Headshot
  • Video Submission:
    • 32 bars of a Latin pop/rock song (any era), preferably up-tempo, with accompaniment. Musical Theatre pop/rock is also acceptable, maintaining a Latin vibe.

Learn more about the creative team:

CHARACTER BREAKDOWNS:

Primary Characters:

  • Alejandro: 2 actors - Age 18 & 70s. The protagonist, seen as both an elderly museumgoer and young soldier. Orphan raised on a farm, reluctantly drafted, seeks peace. Tenor.
  • Juan Jose: Age 17. Unassuming and mild-mannered. A gentle pacifist forced into the army by his abusive father. Loves animals and baking. Baritone.
  • Guillermo: Age 18. Angry and intense, despising the Texians but unwilling to harm other living things. A soldier with a criminal past, revealing a gentler side to his girlfriend. Baritone.

Mexican Commanders:

  • General Urrea: Age 39. Wise, loyal, and merciful. Opposes Santa Anna's cruelty but remains dutiful until he ultimately turns against him. Tenor.
  • General Castrillon: Age 27. Kind but indecisive Cuban-born commander. A “yes-man” who favors mercy, often overshadowed by stronger personalities. Tenor.
  • Colonel Portilla: Age 30. Outspoken and fiery, despises Texians as invaders but faces a moral dilemma when ordered to execute prisoners. Tenor.

Secondary Characters:

  • Santa Anna: Age 40. Complex Mexican general and politician with a brutal legacy. Tenor.
  • Davy Crockett: Age 50. Legendary frontiersman and politician with a mythologized death. Baritone.
  • Rosita: Age 8. Alejandro's curious granddaughter, uncovering historical truths. Girl soprano.

Peripheral Characters:

  • Angelica: Age 50. Alejandro's caring aunt and a grounding force in his life. Mezzo-soprano.
  • Mariella: Age 40. General Urrea's supportive wife, balancing societal pressures with ambition. Mezzo-soprano.
  • Juan Jose’s Mother: Loving but conflicted, torn between her abusive husband and gentle son. Mezzo-soprano.
  • Graciela: Age 17. Guillermo's anti-war girlfriend, struggling with his decision to enlist. Mezzo-soprano.
  • Runner: Age 20. A wounded soldier turned letter carrier. Baritone.
  • Tour Guide: Age 30. A disillusioned museum worker dreaming of greater things. Baritone.

Other Characters:

  • Mexican Soldier #1: Young soldier aiding in cannon setup. Baritone.
  • Mothers (1–10): Sing letters to soldiers before battle. Mezzo-soprano.
  • Chorus: Supports story and musical drama. Bass, Baritone, Tenor.

Non-Speaking Roles:

  • Mexican Soldiers #2 & #3: Assist with cannons.
  • Captain Aurelia: Appears in battle discussions.
  • Texian Soldier: Sentry killed by Alejandro; his letter is sung.