Performers Needed for Theatre Audition "Akeelah and the Bee"

Performers wanted for the "Akeelah and the Bee" play. Please see more details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: Akeelah has a crazy passion for words: the more abstruse and labyrinthine, the better. But this gift is almost overwhelmed by the challenge of her daily life in a tough, Chicago neighborhood. Akeelah’s aptitude earns her a spot in the National Spelling Bee, which inspires the people in her neighborhood with her courage and tenacity. Additional info: Performances: February 7-23, 2025. What to Prepare: Please prepare a 1-minute monologue to perform for auditions. Callbacks will consist of readings from the script. See the form attached. To be considered, please apply.