"American Son" Audition for the Theater
Auditions for the Indiana Premier of "American Son". In need of cast. See the details below. About the project: SYNOPSIS: A Florida police station in the middle of the night; a mother searching for her missing teenage son. AMERICAN SON is a gripping tale of two parents caught in our national divide, with their worst fears hanging in the balance. This 90-minute drama explores issues – maternal, paternal, marital, and societal – while tackling the subtle and not-so-subtle racial dynamics in American culture. Additional info: WHAT TO PREPARE: You do NOT need to prepare a monologue but are welcome to perform one if you would like. Auditions will consist of reading from the script. Headshots and resumes are welcome but not mandatory. Directors will have audition paperwork for you to complete upon arrival. Please bring any schedule conflicts you might have. Rehearsals will take place Monday through Thursday starting June 16th, from 7-9pm each evening. Possible callbacks on Wednesday, June 4th PERFORMANCES: August 8, 2025 - 7:30pm August 9, 2025 - 7:30pm August 10, 2025 - 2:30pm August 14, 2025 - 7:30pm August 15, 2025 - 7:30pm August 16, 2025 - 7:30pm August 17, 2025 - 2:30pm If you are interested, please apply.
4 roles
A professor of psychology and the mother of a teenage son. Recently separated from her husband. Emotionally raw but trying to keep it together behind a professional façade. Exceptionally intelligent and self-possessed.
Kendra’s estranged husband. An FBI agent. Takes pride in his family’s long tradition of military service. Though rigid in his views, he has a warm, sensitive side and is a deeply loving and devoted father.
An intelligent, congenial younger police officer with bold career ambitions who lacks actual life experience.
A tough, no-nonsense career police officer who is used to having people listen when he talks. He has paid his dues. He knows the rules and has no hesitation enforcing them.
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