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| Created Date | January 03, 2023 | |
| Expiration Date | February 02, 2023 | |
| Posted by | Administrator | |
| Country | United States | |
| State | Illinois | |
| City | Chicago | |
| Location | Chicago | |
| Project Type | Non-Equity Audition | |
| Project Title | The Moors | |
Description:
Riverfront Playhouse is seeking actors for its spring production of The Moors by Jen Silverman, a dark comedy about love, desperation, and visibility. All roles are open. There is no pay. Directed by Sean Hargadon. Produced by Aaron Hoge.
WHEN: Sunday, Jan. 22, and Monday Jan. 23 in the evening by appointment. Actors need only attend one day.
If needed, callbacks on Wednesday, Jan. 25 at 7pm.
WHERE: Riverfront Playhouse, 11 - 13 Water St, Aurora, IL 60505.
Seeking four female identifying actors and one male identifying actor for the following roles:
Agatha: Female, 40s-50s - Elder spinster sister, spidery, dangerous, cold.
Hudley: Female, 30s-40s - Younger spinster sister, vulnerable and hopeful and deeply depressed. She has a diary. She wants to be famous.
Emilie: Female, 30s - The governess. A romantic with a sweet face.
Marjory: Female, 30s-40s - The scullery maid. Downtrodden, strategic.
The Mastiff: Male, 30s-60s - The dog. A sad philosopher king.
A Moor Hen: Female, 30s-40s - A small chicken. Practical and very present tense.
Rehearsals begin in early February running three/four dates per week and some weekends. This will increase closer to opening.
Performance dates: March 17 - April 15, 2023: Friday and Saturday at 8pm with the Sunday matinees on March 26 and April 2 at 2pm
Contact Info:
Appointments by email only. Request an audition date at janus.auditions@gmail.com. A headshot and resume is welcome but not required.
Auditions will consist of cold readings.
Please bring proof of your COVID vaccination status to the audition. You will not be required to wear a mask during the audition.
