Performers Sought for Production of "Sweat"
The company is holding auditions for production of "SWEAT" and looking for performers, please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: Lifelong friends from different backgrounds devolve into irreconcilable conflict when their factory jobs are threatened by corporate cost-cutting and non-union strikebreakers, in this alternately funny and tragic story. Rate: Range: $150 - $200 stipend paid at the end of the run. Additional info: Callbacks by Appointment Only. PRODUCTION DATES: April 12, 2024 – April 28, 2024 Please apply if interested.
9 roles
Tracey’s son. Chris’ best friend in 2000. In 2008, Jason is 29 and has just been released from an 8-year prison sentence. He can be a hot head at times, but it is usually a defense mechanism.
Cynthia’s and Brucie’s son. Jason’s best friend in 2000. In 2008, Chris is 29 and has just been released from an 8-year prison sentence. He is typically a calm and thoughtful person, who cares deeply about others.
Jason’s mother. A steel worker for over 20 years in 2000. She is a tough cookie with no time for BS, and she is certainly where Jason gets his temper. Not highly maternal.
Chris’s mother. A steel worker for over 20 years in 2000. She is a more maternal and calmer person than her best friend, and thinks more about the future as well.
In 2000, A former steel worker, who used to work with the ladies at Olstead’s. Currently the bartender at the bar where most of the play’s scenes take place.
In 2000, he is the busboy at the bar where most of the story takes place. He is ever present, yet rarely speaks unless spoken to.
A parole officer assigned to Chris and Jason after they are released.
Chris’s father. In 2000, he has been locked out of his mill for nearly 2 years. He has fallen on hard times, is currently separated from Cynthia, and has become addicted to dope.
n 2000, a steel worker for over 20 years. She is divorced, and is a functioning alcoholic. She is divorced and an alcoholic. She is passionately loyal to her friends. She often uses drinking to escape from her reality.
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