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Casting Performers for "Fences" Show

Bethlehem, PA, United States
ID: 276126Exp: 1/19/2025
Description:

The company is holding auditions for "Fences" show and looking for performers, please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Additional info: Fences is set in 1950s Pittsburgh and follows Troy Maxson, a former baseball player now working as a garbage collector. Struggling with the disappointment of dreams unfulfilled due to racial barriers, Troy’s bitterness starts to affect his relationships with his family. As he builds a fence around his home, he also builds emotional walls that keep out those he loves. This Pulitzer Prize-winning drama by August Wilson delves into themes of family, love, responsibility, and the lasting impact of prejudice. Additional info: Performances will be March 28th to April 13th. Performances will take place from Friday to Sunday during this time. Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 PM and Sundays at 3:00 PM. Tech rehearsal will take place from March 22nd to 27th. Please note that tech rehearsal is mandatory for all actors. Auditions will consist of reading the prepared sides (below). Please bring a current resume (if available) and a list of conflicts for the months of January-April. Please note that understudies will be considered. Please apply if interested.

6 roles

TROY MAXSONBoth genders40-69 y.o.All ethnicities

The central character, Troy is a former baseball player and current garbage collector who prides himself on providing for his family. Troy is shaped by racism and has a hard time showing affection.

ROSEBoth genders40-69 y.o.All ethnicities

Troy's wife and the source of love and nurturing in the family.

CORYBoth genders18-25 y.o.All ethnicities

Troy and Rose's son who is a talented football player. Cory embodies hope for the future, but his father's pessimism gets in the way.

LYONSBoth genders20-39 y.o.All ethnicities

Troy's son from a previous relationship, Lyons is an ambitious jazz musician who struggles to make a living.

GABRIELMale30-59 y.o.All ethnicities

Troy's brother who is delusional from a head injury in World War II. Gabriel is a wise fool who often sounds silly but knows more about the other characters than they know about themselves.

BONOBoth genders40-69 y.o.All ethnicities

Troy's best friend and coworker who met him in prison.