Talent Sought for "The Boys Next Door” Hilarious Play in CT
Auditions for upcoming production of "The Boys Next Door". Seeking cast. Please see the breakdown below. ONLY RI & LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: This touching and hilarious play follows the lives of four mentally handicapped men who live in a communal residence. As they go about their daily lives, they are watched over by their social worker, Jack, who is struggling with his own personal and professional challenges. Rate: Actors will be given a modest payment for each performance. Additional info: -Please bring a photo/recent picture and resume. -Prepare a 1-2 minute monologue. -Callbacks TBD -Rehearsal dates: Rehearsals during weekends and evenings; flexible to accommodate scheduling conflicts among the cast if needed. -Production dates: FRIDAY, AUGUST 11 – SUNDAY, AUGUST 13. THURSDAY, AUGUST 17 – SUNDAY, AUGUST 20. THURSDAY, AUGUST 24 – SATURDAY, AUGUST 26. - Please be aware that actors are required to be present for all performances without exception. When applying, please include your information.
9 roles
A mildly mentally disabled person who works at a movie theater, hyperactive and talks constantly, often abused by coworkers and is afraid to fight back, tends to be OCD.
An overweight, middle-aged mentally disabled person who works at a doughnut shop, romantically involved with Sheila, a person from another group home, very proud and possessive of a large ring of keys. Ethnicity: Any
A large person who is very mentally disabled and functions at about a second-grade level, checks out books from the library, despite the fact they cannot read. Note: This role is traditionally played by an African-American actor; not required but preferred.
The social worker for the four main characters, becoming burned out and is thinking about a new line of work.
Mrs. Fremus, a widow who lives next door; Mrs. Warren, a new neighbor; Clara, Sheila's mentally disabled friend. Note: The three parts above are played by one person.
Mr. Hodges, Barry's golf student whose patience only goes so far; Mr. Corbin, the movie theater manager; Senator Clark, a dignified public servant. Note: The three parts above are played by one actor.
A mentally challenged person who is in love with Norman, desperately wants the large ring of keys.
Barry's explosive, abusive, physically handicapped father.
A young schizophrenic who believes they are a golf pro, gets highly agitated over small things, has had a traumatic life growing up due to their abusive father and has been in and out of institutions.
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