AUDITION NOTICES

Year One

FILL OUT THE FORM LINKED HERE TO RECEIVE A TIME SLOT OR TO SUBMIT A VIRTUAL AUDITION.

Audition Dates: Tuesday, Sept 14th, 6-10pm. Callbacks: Saturday, Sept 19th 12-4pm.

Audition Location: Greenhouse Theater Center (2257 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago IL) OR Virtual

Contact Info: Please email Derek Preston Ray at edtccasting@gmail.com with any questions.

Director: Enrico Spada

DESCRIPTION

Anna, a small-town doctor, struggles to stay afloat amid the rise of violent extremism. When her queer brother Max arrives from the city unexpectedly, everything is thrown into turmoil when the true reason for his visit is uncovered and Anna is forced to choose between family and country.

SEEKING

ANNA- 40s, all ethnicities encouraged. Surgeon, single mother, and anti-fascist at heart. Fierce and reactive, a healer but ultimately torn between preserving her family and standing up for what she thinks is right. Sees the good as much as the bad. Trying to live up to her own standards.

PETER- 18, all ethnicities encouraged. Anna’s son. Anxious and optimistic, seeking community and a cause to fight for. Sees patriotism and love as two sides of the same coin. Candid and vulnerable with the people he loves, but not always easily trusting. Must be comfortable singing solo. (There is a moment of physical intimacy with Claudia)

CLAUDIA - 18, all ethnicities encouraged. Playful and dreamy, a believer in love and family, and building a better future for all. Seems to know what she wants, aims to protect her people, and encourages them to grow and prosper. Fascist supporter. (There is a moment of physical intimacy with Peter)

ROSEMARY - 60s/70s, all ethnicities encouraged. A frank and moderating force, an ally where she sees fit and challenger when necessary. Peter’s grandmother and Anna’s mother-in-law, she embraces both roles, attempting to hold her family together into the future.

The role of MAX has been cast.

All roles can be played by an actor of any race/ethnicity. This play is best served by as diverse a cast as possible. BIPOC Artists are highly encouraged to submit.

The pronouns listed above are of the characters in the play as written by the author. We encourage all actors of any gender identity to audition for any role they feel they are suited for.

PREPARATION

Please prepare 1 contemporary monologue, a maximum of 2 minutes in length.

FILL OUT THE FORM LINKED HERE TO RECEIVE A TIME SLOT OR TO SUBMIT A VIRTUAL AUDITION.

Virtual auditions are due Sept 13th at 11:59pm.

CALLBACKS

Saturday, Sept 19th, 12pm-4pm.

TIME COMMITMENT

Rehearsals: Oct 10th - 29th (Weekday Evenings, Weekend Morning/Afternoons)

Tech Week: Nov 1 st - 5th , 6pm-11pm

Performances: Nov 6th - 22nd (Thursday - Saturday at 7:30pm, Sunday at 2:30pm. One Saturday Matinee (Nov 7th) at 2:30pm)

All rehearsals and performances will take place at the GREENHOUSE THEATER CENTER.

PAY

$225 Stipend

Ego Death Theatre Collective is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All auditions and submissions will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, ability, age, or veteran status.