Theatre Casting Call for "A Raisin in the Sun"
Looking to cast male and female talent for "A Raisin in the Sun" show. Please see the details below. Additional info: Prepare a 30-second to 1-minute monologue. Be ready to read selections from the script. Sign-Up Deadline: April 16, 2025. Callbacks: April 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM. Rehearsal Schedule: Rehearsals will be held on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays for the duration of the rehearsal period. For an exact schedule, please see below. See the attachment for details. If you are interested, please apply.
9 roles
A strong, dignified African American woman in her early 60s. An actress who can convey both warmth and authority.
Lena’s son. An actor capable of portraying a range of emotions, from frustration to hope.
Walter's wife. An actress reflecting quiet strength and underlying exhaustion.
Walter’s sister. An actress who can portray youthful idealism and intellectual curiosity.
A Nigerian student and Beneatha’s suitor. An actor with charisma and intelligence. Speaks with a Nigerian accent.
Another of Beneatha’s suitors, from a wealthy African American family. An actor who can portray sophistication and arrogance.
A middle-aged white man representing racial prejudice. An actor who can subtly convey underlying prejudice.
Walter’s friend and business partner. An actor who can portray earnestness and vulnerability.
The Younger family’s nosy neighbor. An actress who can blend humor and critique in her lines.
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