"The Giver" Audition for the Theater
Performers needed for "The Giver". Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: SYNOPSIS: Jonas' world is perfect. Everything is under control and safe. There is no war or fear or pain. There are also no choices. Every person is assigned a role in the community. But when Jonas turns 12, he is chosen for special training from The Giver — to receive and keep the memories of the community. The Giver is the only person who holds the memories of real pain and real joy. Now Jonas will learn the truth. Through this astonishing and moving adaptation, discover what it means to grow up, to grow wise, and to take control of your own destiny. Rate: $525 weekly minimum (Cat. 1 - Tier B). Additional info: Please prepare the Sides for the roles you are interested in. First Rehearsal: January 2nd, 2026 Previews: January 21st and 22nd, 2026 Opening: January 23rd, 2026 Closing: February 8th, 2026 Performances: Thurs 7:30, Fri 7:30, Sat 2:30 & 7:30, Sun 2:30. Wed & Thurs previews 7:30. See the document attached for all details. To be considesred, please schedule an audition appointment.
6 roles
(Male-presenting) - A good natured man who is preparing his son for the "Ceremony of Twelve". Works in the Nurturing center.
(Female-presenting) - A good natured woman. She serves on the "committee". Mother is helping to prepare her son for the "Ceremony of Twelve". Also doubles as the Chief Elder.
(Male-presenting or non-binary, 18+ to play 11-year-old about to turn 12) - An eleven-year-old about to grow older. Jonas has anxieties about his Ceremony of Twelve when he and his peers will be assigned their positions in the community.
(Male-presenting or non-binary, 18+ to play 11-year-old about to turn 12) - Asher is an elevenyear-old about to grow older and the best friend of Jonas. They struggle with language and are concerned that their placement in the community is at risk. May double in other roles.
(Female-presenting, 18+ to play a 11-year-old about to turn 12) - Another friend of Jonas who is an eleven-year-old about to grow older. She is capable and kind. (May double as Rosemary- a girl from the past)
(Male-presenting, non-binary, or female-presenting) - An old person, about to change. They hold all of the secrets, history, and pain of the past.
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