Auditions for "Ratatat Man: The Little Drummer Boy Comes Of Age"
The company is holding auditions for "Ratatat Man: The Little Drummer Boy Comes Of Age" ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: Ratatat Man unfolds as Oliver Denton, a forty-something drummer in a jazz quartet, looks back on a fateful Christmas in 1969. Having lost a dad to Vietnam and a mama to despair, young Oli now resides with his Aunt Susan. In the close quarters where they live, he finds himself in the crossfire of a troubled marriage between two neighbors. Tapping his drum in the children’s choir at St. Michael’s provides Oliver some solace, but did the beat of his drum create the perfect cover for the perfect crime? This year, in the nightclub scene of jazz and blues, an unexpected Christmas friendship helps him finally unwrap the truth. This Christmas, the past is the present. Additional info: PERFORMANCE DATES: Dec. 4-7, 2025 Auditioners will have the opportunity to read portions of the script from several different scenes, with several different characters, and will be invited to read scenes with others who are auditioning for the show.
15 roles
Makes a living as a drummer in a jazz quartet, lives in an apartment. Curt in his speech. Not rude, but not overly friendly. Hesitant to allow anyone inside his personal life. Single, no children, no roots.
Is the older sister to Oliver’s mother. As guardian for her nephew, she projects a confident attitude and can size-up a situation quickly. Her tough persona is partly put-on to provide a positive atmosphere for Oliver.
Is an educated, well-connected, practical, clear-thinking upwardly mobile single woman. She is a problem solver who will make someone else’s dilemma her own.
An upstairs neighbor to Susan and Young Oliver. In an abusive marriage but strives to maintain the guise that all is happy. The consummate peacekeeper, even to her own peril. In later years (70s), JANE lives in a nursing home and her life has mellowed.
An angry self-pitying man who grew up believing his looks and personality would carry him to success. When sober, has a soft spot for children and tries to impart lessons he’s learned in life. When drinking, is abusive, demanding, confrontational.
Former owner/manager (now occasional paying customer), of The Sax night club. Quick to impart his opinion on the entertainment industry and those in it. Now in his 70s, his demeanor commands respect.
Classmate and friend of Oliver. Happy, full of adventure and imagination.
Lead singer in The Sax Jazz Quartet. While talented, her zest to chase stardom is quelled by the need to provide for her daughter.
Band leader at The Sax. He is happy and business-like.
School Teacher (Choir Director)
School Teacher
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