Performers Needed for Theatre Audition "A Raisin in the Sun"
"A Raisin in the Sun" play needs actors. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See the details below. About the project: THE STORY: Set on Chicago’s South Side, Lorraine Hansberry's celebrated play concerns the divergent dreams and conflicts in three generations of the Younger family: son Walter Lee, his wife Ruth, his sister Beneatha, his son Travis, and matriarch Lena. When her deceased husband’s insurance money comes through, Mama Lena dreams of moving to a new home and a better neighborhood in Chicago. Walter Lee, a chauffeur, has other plans: buying a liquor store and being his own man. Beneatha dreams of medical school. The tension and prejudice they face form this seminal American drama. Hansberry's portrait of one family’s struggle to retain dignity in a harsh and changing world is a searing and timeless document of hope and inspiration. Rate: Unpaid. Additional info: Non-equity. AUDITION REQUIREMENTS: Bring your theatrical resume, a headshot, and a list of major conflicts from audition date through end of production. No conflicts will be approved after callbacks. A rehearsal schedule will be set once the production is cast. Please prepare a two minute dramatic monologue fitting to the character/role you are seeking. Actors may also be asked to read sides from the script. Actors may be asked to remain to read with other actors. Callbacks if needed, will be scheduled following auditions. Rehearsals: Table Read: To be scheduled following auditions. Rehearsals: 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays. Not all days will be scheduled. Rehearsal start to be determined following auditions/callbacks. Tech Rehearsals/Previews: Sept 9 - 19, 2024 Performances: Sept 20 - Oct 13, 2024 Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 pm Sundays at 2:00 pm One Thursday evening performance at 8:00 pm on Sept 26, 2024. Call time is 1 hour before show time, unless more time is needed for make-up & costumes. Additional Expectations for Cast Members: Provide some costume items (at the request of the costume designer) Stay after the opening night performance for a reception. Participate in a talk-back after the performance on Sunday, Sept 29, 2024. Stay after the closing performance to strike the production. If you are interested, please apply.
10 roles
The mother of Walter Lee and Beneatha, mother- in-law of Ruth, and grandmother of Travis. Lena's (Mama's) every action is borne out of her abiding love for her family, her deep religious convictions, and her strong will that is surpassed only by her compassion. Mama's selfless spirit is shown in her plans to use her $10,000 insurance check for the good of her family, part of which includes plans to purchase a house in a middle-class white neighborhood.
In his middle thirties, he is the husband of Ruth, father of Travis, brother of Beneatha, and son of Lena (Mama) Younger. Walter works as a chauffeur and drinks a bit too much at times. When he discovers that his mother will receive a $10,000 check from his father's insurance, he becomes obsessed with his dreams of a business venture which will give him financial independence and, in his mind, will make him a more valuable human being.
The thirtyish wife of Walter Lee Younger and the mother of Travis, their ten-year-old son. Ruth acts as peacemaker in most of the explosive family situations. Very low-key, Ruth reveals her strongest emotions only when she learns of the possibility of their moving to a better neighborhood.
The twentyish sister of Walter Lee and the daughter of Lena Younger. She is a college student planning to go to medical school. The only family member privileged to have the opportunity for a higher education, she is sometimes a little overbearing in the pride she takes in being an "intellectual."
Beneatha's other boyfriend, he too is a college student. His wealthy background alienates him from the poverty of the Youngers. Easily impressed, Ruth is the only member of the Younger household who naively overlooks George's offensive snobbishness.
An African college student, from Nigeria, Asagai is one of Beneatha's suitors. Mannerly, good looking, and personable, he is well liked by all members of the Younger household.
An abrasive neighbor of the Youngers, she insensitively points out to the Youngers all the negative repercussions that await them should they decide to move into the white neighborhood.
A weak and ineffectual middle-aged white man, Lindner is the spokesman for the white community into which the Youngers plan to move. He has been sent to persuade the Youngers not to move into the white neighborhood. In fact, he has been authorized by the white community to offer the Youngers a monetary incentive not to move in.
The somewhat dimwitted friend of Walter Lee who, along with another friend, Willy, plans to invest in Walter Lee's business scheme.
Having no speaking parts, they enter at the end of the play to help the Youngers move to their new neighborhood.
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