Performers Needed for Theatre Audition "Waiting in the Wings"
Theatre announces auditions for "Waiting in the Wings". Seeking actors. Please see the breakdown below. About the project: Synopsis: Coward's tribute to theatre is set in a retirement home for actresses in the 1940’s. Residents are all former stars. Jealousies abound, especially between Lotta and another who was also married to her former husband. A tragedy brings them to their senses and a new solarium brings out everyone's good nature. Additional info: Playing ages are flexible. The director would like auditionees to read from the script. PDF of the script: see the attachment. Rehearsals: For convenience of the actors, 50% of rehearsals will take place in Carmel, with the other 50% in Elwood. Performance dates: April 25 – May 4, 2025. If you are interested, please apply.
18 roles
A bright woman with a theatrical sense of humor. Age 60+.
Very colorful. Late 60’s.
Vivacious. Early 70’s.
Immensely dignified. Mid 70’s.
Age 80+.
Permanently wistful. Age 70+.
Lively for her age, speaks with a strong brogue. Age 80+.
Considerate and caring.
Gruff and rather masculine.
An elderly gentleman. Age 65+.
Well-preserved, well made-up. Age 70+.
Lotta’s dresser.
The maid.
A wispy older lady, somewhat distracted. Age 70’s.
Director is thinking of doubling this role with Alan Bennet as the Dr is only on for s very short time.
Neat dresser with a quality of failure.
May double this role from another.
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