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Casting Performers for "Crimes of the Heart"" Play

Wimberley, TX, United States
ID: 273940Exp: 12/8/2024
Description:

The "Crimes of the Heart" play is now looking for performers. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: The three Magrath sisters are having a really bad day. Meg’s career is a wreck, Lenny is celebrating her birthday alone, and Babe has just been accused of shooting her husband. While they’ve always made waves in their small Mississippi town, they must now come together to face their troubling past in order to embrace their future. With equal parts heartache and hilarity, this Pulitzer Prize-winning play celebrates the importance of being true to yourself and the love and support that can only come from your family. Rate: All actors are offered a stipend. Additional info: Callbacks (if needed): Thursday, December 12th, 7 pm. Sides will be provided. How to Prepare: 1–2-minute contemporary monologue (comedic or dramatic) Rehearsals: Table read will be December 15th, 2-5 pm. The first rehearsal is Saturday, January 4th. Tech Rehearsals: Will be February 15th and 16th. 12 pm to 9 pm. Dress Rehearsals: Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday - February 18-20, 6 -11 pm. Production Dates: February 21st through March 16th, 2025. Friday and Saturday night curtains are at 7:30 pm. Sunday matinee curtains are at 2:30 pm. If interested, please apply.

6 roles

Margaret “Meg” MagrathFemale28-32 y.o.All ethnicities

Oldest Magrath sister, stayed behind to take care of Grandaddy.

Lenora “Lenny” MagrathFemale20-29 y.o.All ethnicities

Middle Magrath sister, left town to pursue a singing career in Los Angeles.

Rebecca “Babe” Botrelle (nee Magrath)Female20-29 y.o.All ethnicities

Youngest of the sisters, accused of shooting her abusive husband.

Chick BoyleMale30-50 y.o.All ethnicities

Cousin of the Magrath sisters.

Barnette LloydMale26-39 y.o.All ethnicities

Young local lawyer with a personal interest in helping Babe.

Doc PorterMale20-39 y.o.All ethnicities

Former boyfriend of Meg.