"Embers" Audition for the Theater
In need of talent for the "Embers". Please see more details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: Seven friends gather for a bonfire four years after their high school graduation. Most have just returned home from college; one never left. As the evening progresses, what was intended to be a nostalgic reunion of old friends turns into a fraught affair in which secrets are revealed and interpersonal tensions come to a head. Ultimately, each one must confront the changes in the dynamics of their friendships and the different directions in which life is pulling them. Rate: All roles will receive a $300 stipend. Additional info: Please prepare a 2-3 minute contemporary monologue. The rest of the time will be for adjustments/a re-read/questions. REHEARSALS 8/17 – 8/30 – First read through and a few days of table work between 6PM to 10PM. These rehearsal dates and times will be set based on actor availability. 9/2 – 9/5 – between 6PM to 10PM 9/8 – 9/11 – between 6PM to 10PM All of these rehearsal days will be used. Exact time will be set based on actor availability. PERFORMANCES 9/12, 9/13, 9/18, 9/19, 9/20 – 7:30PM 9/14 – 6:00PM All rehearsals and performances will be at The Brick House. All performances will be outdoors, weather permitting. If you are interested, please apply.
7 roles
Femme presenting The sole friend of the group to go out of state for college.
Femme presenting In a high school relationship with Luke. She’s planning on getting an apartment with him.
Masc presenting In a high school relationship with Sara. A bit immature.
Masc presenting Having a difficult time moving beyond the college party lifestyle.
Femme presenting High school class president, popular and respected. Was in the same college and major as Luke.
Masc presenting Often serves as the boys’ punching bag, despite being very close friends. The host of the gathering.
Femme presenting Formerly close friends with Olivia. Remained at home to take care of her sick mother. Intelligent, yearning to get out.
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