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Performers Needed for "Suddenly Last Summer" Play

Philadelphia, PA, United States
ID: 310308Exp: 5/18/2026
$714/week
Description:

Seeking actors for "Suddenly Last Summer" play. Please find the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Rate: $714 weekly minimum — 6 performances per week. Additional info: Performed together as two one-act plays. First rehearsal: May 4, 2027. Tech: May 28–30. Opening night: June 5. Closing: June 27 (extension to July 4, 2027). Location: Quintessence Theatre, 7135 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA. Please prepare two contrasting monologues in the style of the pieces in heightened or stylized language. Total audition material should be 2½ minutes or less. Bring a hard copy of your headshot and resume. An Equity monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition. If interested, please apply.

7 roles

Catherine HollyFemale18-96 y.o.All ethnicities

Young and troubled, she witnesses the death of her beloved cousin Sebastian. She is institutionalized to keep the truth quiet.

Mrs. VenableFemale18-96 y.o.All ethnicities

Older wheelchair-bound woman insistent on preserving the memory and legacy of her son Sebastian.

Dr. CukrowiczMale18-96 y.o.All ethnicities

Young, handsome doctor who specializes in a new psychological treatment for disturbed patients.

SebastianMale18-96 y.o.All ethnicities

Young and passionate poet who passes away suddenly while on a summer trip with Catherine Holly.

Miss FoxhillFemale18-96 y.o.All ethnicities

An attendant to Mrs. Venable. She is quiet and dutiful.

George HollyMale18-96 y.o.All ethnicities

Catherine Holly's brother. He’s only focused on the money Sebastian left to the Holly family in his will.

Mrs. HollyFemale18-96 y.o.All ethnicities

Catherine Holly's mother. She is desperate to keep the peace with Mrs. Venable so she and her children will receive the money and possessions Sebastian left to them in his will. Sister Felicity, F, A nun from Saint Mary's who is in charge of Catherine Holly while she is outside the institution.