Seeking Talent for Production of "Ordinary People"
The company is holding auditions for "Ordinary People" show and looking for performers, please see the details below ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: "Ordinary People," a poignant drama adapted by Nancy Pahl-Gilsenan from Judith Guest's 1976 novel, delves into the raw emotional landscape of a family unraveling after a devastating tragedy. First performed in 1983, this powerful play explores the profound effects of grief, depression, and fractured family ties, offering a deeply moving portrayal of resilience and healing. Additional info: Auditions will consist of readings from the script Rehearsals There will be a few rehearsals in December. No conflicts will be allowed January 31-February 5 (Tech week) Performances Fri, February 6, 2026 (Opening Night), 8:00 PM Sat, February 7, 2026, 8:00 PM Sun, February 8, 2026, 3:00 PM Fri, February 13, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat, February 14, 2026, 8:00 PM Sun, February 15, 2026, 3:00 PM Fri, February 20, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat, February 21, 2026, 8:00 PM Sun, February 22, 2026, 3:00 PM Please apply if interested.
9 roles
To play 17/18. The son of Calvin and Beth. About 18 months before the play begins, he was involved in a boating accident with his brother, Buck, an accident which left Buck dead. A year later, Conrad tried to commit suicide but failed, forcing him to spend time in hospital. At the beginning of the play, he has been out of the hospital for a month. He is trying to get his life back on track, but he feels little purpose in life and no motivation
A tax attorney and a natural listener. He tends to blame himself for most negative things that occur in his family.
Although she is troubled by the horrible events she has experienced with her sons, she wants to move on without dwelling on the past at all, an attitude that brings her into conflict with Calvin, who thinks that the family needs to talk through the past.
A psychiatrist in Chicago with whom Conrad begins meeting once a week in an effort to gain more "control."
To play 17/18. Conrad and Buck’s best friend, HS swimmer, trying to reconnect with Conrad and grieve the loss of Buck
To play 17/18 Conrad and Lazenby’s teammate, typical jock
To play 17/18 Recently moved to town because her parents are divorcing, Becomes Conrad’s girlfriend
To play 17/18 Conrad’s friend from the psychiatric hospital, fighting depression
Conrad’s swim coach
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