Description:

In 1913, Leo Frank, a Brooklyn-raised Jew living in Georgia, is put on trial for the murder of thirteen-year-old Mary Phagan, a factory worker under his employ. Already guilty in the eyes of everyone around him, a sensationalist publisher and a janitor's false testimony seal Leo's fate. His only defenders are a governor with a conscience and, eventually, his assimilated Southern wife who finds the strength and love to become his greatest champion. Daring, innovative and bold, Parade is filled with soaring music and a heart-wrenching story, offering a moral lesson about the dangers of prejudice and ignorance that should not be forgotten.

The production team seeks a DIVERSE ensemble of men, women, teenagers, and a few select children. African American men and women, and POC are especially encouraged to submit

Rehearsals are expected to begin the week following auditions, and will run 3 times per week until the show’s opening. Actors will not be called to all rehearsals, however due to the show being extremely ensemble focused, excessive conflicts may not be able to be honored. To be considered for a featured role please bring any known conflicts to auditions.

Minnie/Angela: A servant for the Frank/Sloan families. Sassy and a “busy body.” Her testimony helps put also Frank away. Female Teen-40s African American Mezzo w/ belt

Ensemble: Chain Gang; Factory Girls, Guards/Policemen ; Residents Of Georgia

All ages and races!

Performance Dates:

Jun. 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16 at 8PM

Jun. 2, 3, 9, 10, 16 at 2PM

Footlighters of Berwyn is a membership based organization, all roles are open and non-paid.

Production Team will be led by Melody Dougherty, Director, Richard Lewis, Music Director, Cindy Mack, Stage Manager, Chloé Sierka, Choreographer, Zach Workman, Producer

Please email FootlightersParade@gmail.com to reserve an Audition day/time, or with any questions you may have.

We hope to see you there!