Theatre Casting Call for "King O' The Moon"
Production of "King O' The Moon" needs talent. Find the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: About the Play: A Comedy/Drama — It is 1969, and as Apollo 11 is about to land on the moon, the Pazinski family gathers to honor their late father's memory — quickly becoming entangled in each others' problems. Rudy is re-thinking the priesthood, Eddie is preparing for fatherhood and Vietnam, and Annie is contemplating divorce as their mother Ellen considers a new romance. There's rarely a quiet moment in the Pazinski household as they each hurtle towards the next decade. Rate: All actors are offered a stipend. Additional info: Callbacks: Monday July 21st, 6-10pm How to Prepare: 1-2 minute dramatic or comedic monologue. Rehearsals: Rehearsals will begin roughly around July 28th Technical Rehearsals: Saturday, September 6th and Sunday, September 7th. 12pm – 9pm. Dress Rehearsals: Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday – September 9, 10, 11th from 6-11 pm. Performances (12): September 12th – October 5th. The Friday and Saturday night curtains are at 7:30pm. Sunday matinee curtains are at 2:30 pm. *** If you are interested, please apply.
7 roles
The widowed matriarch of the family, managing the tavern nextdoor. A strong yet caring mother who secretly enjoys life without a husband in it.
Her Children Ellen's youngest son, who is questioning his calling to the priesthood and is now a pacifist. Thoughtful with his family, but uses humor to help diffuse situations.
Her Children Ellen's daughter, who is struggling to keep a secret about her marriage. She resents Maureen’s carefree attitude towards life and struggles with always trying to do the right and careful thing.
Her Children Ellen's son, who is being deployed to Vietnam. He is patriotic, masculine, and blunt.
Her Children Ellen’s son who has mental challenges and often expresses the heart of the family's emotions through nonverbal actions. *Role is a character struggling with developmental delays — representation encouraged in applications!
Her Children Eddie’s wife who is pregnant and has a somewhat strained relationship with his sister Annie — fun, brash, and flirty.
A family friend who cares deeply for Ellen and her kids.
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