"An Ideal Husband" Stage Play Needs Men and Women
Auditions for play "An Ideal Husband". In search of cast. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See the details below. About the project: Synopsis: An enchanting satire that tells the story of politics, blackmail, and marriage, Wilde’s play tells the story of Sir Robert Chiltern, a “perfect politician” with a scandalous secret. When his past actions start to catch up with him, his relationships are tested with society, old and new friends, and most significantly, his model wife Gertrude who holds him to the highest of standards. Additional info: Auditions will consist of cold reads from the script. Please note: The roles of Robert and Gertrude Chiltern as well as Lord Goring may require some moments of intimacy. Performances will take place August 16-18 and August 23-25. Performers will receive a donation-based stipend. Please see the attachment. If you are interested, please apply.
6 roles
Male identifying, a man of distinction and the play’s “tragic hero” who owes his success and fortune to a secret scandal.
Female identifying, Sir Robert’s wife with a particular moral pillar, virtuous, educated, and politically engaged, the ideal English lady.
Male identifying, a man of impeccable dress and inimitable wit, irreverent, dry, and dangerously clever, a long-time close friend of Sir Robert and his family.
Male identifying, 60s or older, Lord Goring’s uptight father who does not approve of his son’s lavish lifestyle.
Female identifying, society woman, Mrs. Cheevely’s sponsor, has little care for education and politics, sometimes serves as comedic relief.
Male identifying, butlers in the Chiltern and Goring households, serves as a comedic relief character.
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