Big Pounder The Ray Scott Story - Musical Theatre Casting 21 Roles

Big Pounder The Ray Scott Story - Musical Theatre Casting 21 Roles - Houston, TX

Theatre | Non-Union | Pay: Between $200-$250/day. Estimated $1,600 - $2,000 for an estimated 8 days of workSee roles.

Project Description: Ray Scott, a young insurance salesman from Montgomery, Alabama had a vision that came to him after a rough and rainy day of fishing in March of 1967. Ray’s vision was to turn recreational bass fishing into a professional tournament circuit that could rival popular sports such as basketball and golf. Convinced he was onto something big, Ray set about organizing the inaugural tournament on Beaver Lake, Arkansas the following June.

With little help from friends, family or business associates, he pulled it off only to lose six hundred dollars in the process. Undeterred, Ray forged ahead nearly bankrupting his family but slowly recruiting a small band of “believers” who would become the core of the Bass Anglers Sportsman Society – an organization that today numbers over a half million dues-paying members. This is a story of the early days – the trials, the tribulations, the naysayers who tried to block his path, and the believers who helped make his dream come true.

NOTE: All talent should have acting, singing and dance skills and be local to Houston, TX. Submit your resume to casting notices within the initial 24-hour window. Promptness often translates to increase visibility.

Casting: By submission
Rehearsal Date: Begin Feb. 3, 2025- March 10
Performance Date: April 3
Location: Houston, TX

Seeking Talent From: AUSTIN

Posted Date: 10/8/2024 4:54:47 PM

End Date: 6/1/2025

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EUNICE SCOTT | Female | Caucasian | Age: 25 - 40 | Role Type: Leading | Video Reel Required
30s female. Ray’s first wife and mother of three kids. Lived through the hard times of nearly going broke several times while supporting Ray’s efforts. Passed. Pays $200/day. Total Pay is $1,600 for an estimated 8 days of work.

BOB COBB | Male | Caucasian | Age: 25 - 45 | Role Type: Leading | Video Reel Required
30s male. Outdoor editor for the Tulsa Tribune in 1967. Early believer in B.A.S.S. and first full-time employee. Editor of Bassmaster magazine and creator of the first bass fishing TV show. Eighty-nine (alive and well) and serving as a consultant on this project. Pays $200/day. Total Pay is $1,600 for an estimated 8 days of work.

DON BUTLER | Male | Caucasian | Age: 30 - 50 | Role Type: Leading | Video Reel Required
40s male. Another early believer who helped Ray financially during the down years and became the first dues-paying member of B.A.S.S. President of Tulsa Bass Club. Passed. Pays $200/day. Total Pay is $1,600 for an estimated 8 days of work.

LLOYD LEWIS | Male | Caucasian | Age: 30 - 45 | Role Type: Supporting | Video Reel Required
30-40s male. Ray’s friend and fishing buddy who doubted Ray’s initial brainstorm for tournament fishing following a rough and rainy day on Ross Barnett Reservoir in Mississippi. Pays $200/day. Total Pay is $1,600 for an estimated 8 days of work.

LEE ZACHARY | Male | Caucasian | Age: 30 - 45 | Role Type: Supporting | Video Reel Required
30-40s male. Head of the Springdale Chamber of Commerce where Ray pitched his initial idea for a professional bass fishing tournament on Beaver Lake. Pays $200/day. Total Pay is $1,600 for an estimated 8 days of work.

JOE ROBINSON | Male or Female | Caucasian | Age: 30 - 45 | Role Type: Supporting | Video Reel Required
30-40s male. Springdale realtor and marina owner on Beaver Lake who supported the first tournament. Pays $200/day. Total Pay is $1,600 for an estimated 8 days of work.

DR APPLEGATE | Male | Caucasian | Age: 45 - 60 | Role Type: Supporting | Video Reel Required
50-60s male. Another Beaver Lake marina owner who coughed up $2500 to hold the first tournament when the Chamber of Commerce turned Ray down. Pays $200/day. Total Pay is $1,600 for an estimated 8 days of work.

DARLENE | Female | Caucasian | Age: 25 - 40 | Role Type: Supporting | Video Reel Required
30s female. Ray’s part-time secretary in small Springdale office helping recruit fishermen from around the country to come to Beaver Lake. Pays $200/day. Total Pay is $1,600 for an estimated 8 days of work.

CLYDE HARBIN | Male | Caucasian | Age: 30 - 45 | Role Type: Supporting | Video Reel Required
20-30s male. Memphis Bass Club president who issues challenge to Tulsa Bass Club for Beaver Lake bragging rights. Pays $200/day. Total Pay is $1,600 for an estimated 8 days of work.

PASTOR JOHN | Male | Caucasian | Age: 30 - 50 | Role Type: Supporting | Video Reel Required
40s male. Leads prayer session with Ray’s church congregation asking Lord that Ray come to his senses and forget about this fishing dream. Pays $200/day. Total Pay is $1,600 for an estimated 8 days of work.

SARA | Female | Caucasian | Age: 25 - 40 | Role Type: Supporting | Video Reel Required
30s female. Ray’s part-time secretary in small Montgomery, Alabama office where Ray sets about organizing his second tournament while dodging bill collectors. Pays $200/day. Total Pay is $1,600 for an estimated 8 days of work.

AVERY WOOD | Male | Caucasian | Age: 40 - 50 | Role Type: Supporting | Video Reel Required
30-40s male. Head of the Mississippi Fish and Game Department. Tries to shut down Ray’s “catch and live release” bass tournament program. Pays $200/day. Total Pay is $1,600 for an estimated 8 days of work.

RAY SCOTT | Male | Caucasian | Age: 25 - 40 | Video Reel Required
30s male/good looking tall, slim black-haired dude. Founder of the Bass Anglers Sportsman Society. Came up with an idea for professional bass fishing in 1967 and overcame great financial hardship and many naysayers to actually make it happen. Considered the father of “competitive” bass fishing. An interesting mix of personal characteristics evangelist, salesman, circus huckster, dreamer. Also spearheaded early environmental movement that helped create and pass the Clean Water Act. Died in 2022. Pays $250/day. Total pay is $2,000 for an estimated 8 days of work.

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