Auditions
Auditions will be held on December 1st and 2nd for our winter show:
DON’T TALK TO THE ACTORS
Written by Tom Dudzick
Directed by Kraig Williams
Auditions:
at the Rex Putnam High School Blackbox Theatre, 4950 SE Roethe Road, Milwaukie, OR 97267
Rehearsals: Will start in early December with a first read-thru on Sunday, December 8th
Performances: February 7-23, 2020 (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
This is a volunteer production.
About the Show
The best laid plans go awry when the cast and crew of a Broadway-bound play resort to manipulation, diva-like behavior, and chaotic abandon to get what they want. Fledgling playwright Jerry Przpezniak and his fiancée are a couple of Buffalo greenhorns suddenly swept up in the whirlwind of New York’s theater scene when Jerry’s play is optioned for the big money, ego-driven world of Broadway. It’s a young playwright’s dream, but the crazy characters and dilemmas they encounter are the things theatrical nightmares are made of.
The director is looking for 3 men and 3 women, ages 20 – 60+. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Be prepared to list all conflicts between the dates of December 1, 2019 – February 23, 2020
Headshots and resumes are nice, but not required.
This is a non-paying productions
NOTE: If auditioning for Jerry, Arlene or Beatrice, please be prepared to sing if asked. No need to prepare music.
Characters:
Jerry Przpezniak: Male, can play 20-35 — Innocent playwright living his dream (he thinks…) of having his show produced on Broadway; likable, excited but possibly in over his head.
Arlene Wyniarski: Female, can play 20-35 — Jerry’s fiancée, a teacher suddenly thrust into the New York theatre scene; a “wisp of a girl”; sometimes naïve and star struck. (Note: some physical comedy involved)
Mike Policzek: Male, can play 40-60+ — Chicago theatrical director who handles crises with ease and grace; friendly and laid back, but thoroughly competent and professional.
Curt Logan: Male, can play 40-60 — Former TV star seeking a vehicle to put him back in spotlight; well-preserved with a large presence and ego; some find him charming while most find him bombastic.
Beatrice Pomeroy: Female, can play 40-60 — Night club entertainer/belter of bawdy songs/Curt’s TV wife years ago; though loud and brassy, she has a gentle soul. (Note: Beatrice sings as part of her act, but the actress playing her does not need to be a singer)
Lucinda Shaw: Female, can play 20-60+ — British, in-demand stage manager; physically a mess; very good at her job but not so great at relationships.
Auditions will be held on December 1st and 2nd for our winter show:
DON’T TALK TO THE ACTORS
Written by Tom Dudzick
Directed by Kraig Williams
Auditions:
- Sunday, December 1st from 6:00pm-8:30pm
- Monday, December 2nd from 6:30pm-9pm
at the Rex Putnam High School Blackbox Theatre, 4950 SE Roethe Road, Milwaukie, OR 97267
Rehearsals: Will start in early December with a first read-thru on Sunday, December 8th
Performances: February 7-23, 2020 (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
This is a volunteer production.
About the Show
The best laid plans go awry when the cast and crew of a Broadway-bound play resort to manipulation, diva-like behavior, and chaotic abandon to get what they want. Fledgling playwright Jerry Przpezniak and his fiancée are a couple of Buffalo greenhorns suddenly swept up in the whirlwind of New York’s theater scene when Jerry’s play is optioned for the big money, ego-driven world of Broadway. It’s a young playwright’s dream, but the crazy characters and dilemmas they encounter are the things theatrical nightmares are made of.
The director is looking for 3 men and 3 women, ages 20 – 60+. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Be prepared to list all conflicts between the dates of December 1, 2019 – February 23, 2020
Headshots and resumes are nice, but not required.
This is a non-paying productions
NOTE: If auditioning for Jerry, Arlene or Beatrice, please be prepared to sing if asked. No need to prepare music.
Characters:
Jerry Przpezniak: Male, can play 20-35 — Innocent playwright living his dream (he thinks…) of having his show produced on Broadway; likable, excited but possibly in over his head.
Arlene Wyniarski: Female, can play 20-35 — Jerry’s fiancée, a teacher suddenly thrust into the New York theatre scene; a “wisp of a girl”; sometimes naïve and star struck. (Note: some physical comedy involved)
Mike Policzek: Male, can play 40-60+ — Chicago theatrical director who handles crises with ease and grace; friendly and laid back, but thoroughly competent and professional.
Curt Logan: Male, can play 40-60 — Former TV star seeking a vehicle to put him back in spotlight; well-preserved with a large presence and ego; some find him charming while most find him bombastic.
Beatrice Pomeroy: Female, can play 40-60 — Night club entertainer/belter of bawdy songs/Curt’s TV wife years ago; though loud and brassy, she has a gentle soul. (Note: Beatrice sings as part of her act, but the actress playing her does not need to be a singer)
Lucinda Shaw: Female, can play 20-60+ — British, in-demand stage manager; physically a mess; very good at her job but not so great at relationships.
New Century Players
Office: 11022 SE 37th Milwaukie, OR 97222
Ticket inquiries please contact our box office at (503) 367-2620
Office: 11022 SE 37th Milwaukie, OR 97222
Ticket inquiries please contact our box office at (503) 367-2620
