Casting Performers for "North Star" Play
Audition for "North Star" Play. Males and females needed. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: A young girl faces life-changing choices in the midst of the Civil Rights era. Set in North Carolina in the 1960s, North Star is the story of Relia, a Black girl, searching for her place to shine in both society and her personal life. The joyous innocence of summer is transformed by the rising tensions of the growing civil rights movement. Relia’s parents are hotly divided between letting her participate in the demonstrations and shielding her from the harsh realities of the civil rights struggle and their community’s battle for freedom. Relia’s memories of magical moments stargazing with her father help guide her as she risks her life to be a part of the Dream & Freedom. Additional info: Performances: February 17-18-19 as a part of ARTREACH and February 20-21 for public performances. If interested, please apply.
11 roles
Relia’s father, African-American. Thoughtful, determined undertaker
Aurelia’s mother. Loving but “does not play”
The Librarian.
Manson’s mother, African-American
Community college student.
Friend of Manson. Janitor, big talker but dedicated to “the case”
Family minister. Friend of Manson, soft-spoken, clear-sighted, slight stutter, quiet will of steel
Manager of five and dime store.
Farmer. (Can be played by Mr. Connell)
Willie’s uncle, killed but appears in a dream. (played in silhouette by Franklin or other male character)
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