Theatre Casting Call for "Refracted Light" Stage Play
Casting actors for "Refracted Light" Stage Play, please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: As Penny Harris prepares to leave for college, a family's world shifts under the weight of change. Struggling with mental health challenges and the fear of the unknown, each family member must confront their own vulnerabilities, past mistakes, and the deep bonds that hold them together. A raw and heartfelt story about growth, resilience, and unconditional love. Additional info: What to Prepare: A 1-minute monologue Bring a headshot and resume Performances: November 20-23 Non-Equity Actors only Please apply if interested.
5 roles
Artsy, introspective, and deeply creative. Penny is navigating the pressures of young adulthood while living with bipolar disorder, anxiety, and depression. She carries a quiet strength beneath her vulnerability.
Penny’s father. A pragmatic and supportive suburban dad who uses humor and logic to manage life’s stresses. Warm-hearted, though not always emotionally intuitive.
Penny’s mother. Protective, emotionally driven, and sometimes overbearing in her love. Lucy is a caretaker at heart who struggles to let go as change approaches.
Lucy’s older sister. A vibrant, quick-witted actor with a traveling troupe. Becky masks her own mental health struggles behind humor and a free-spirited facade. Empathetic but conflict-avoidant.
The family’s trusted therapist. Compassionate, insightful, and not afraid to challenge his clients. Warm and authentic with a grounded presence.
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