THEATRE WORKSHOP OF NANTUCKET 2025 SEASON - NANTUCKET, MA EPA
AUDITION DATE:
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (E)
Lunch 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
APPOINTMENTS:
To schedule an audition appointment, please contact casting Monday-Friday at:
opportunities@theatrenantucket.org. We are not accepting video submissions.
CONTRACT
:
SPT
$482 weekly minimum (SPT 4)
SEEKING:
Equity actors for roles in Theatre Workshop of Nantucket's 2025 Season (See breakdown).
PREPARATION:
Please prepare sides, which will be provided by casting once an audition appointment is scheduled via email.
LOCATION:
Bennett Hall
62 Center St
Nantucket, MA 02554-3605
Bennett Hall is located to the right of the First Congregational Church.
PERSONNEL:
Expected to attend:
Justin Cerne, Producing Artistic Director
Addie Doyle, Production Manager
OTHER DATES
THE COTTAGE
Rehearsals - May 19 - June 3
Performances - June 4 - 21
SYNOPSIS: Set in the English countryside in 1923, this comedy of manners explores infidelity, love, and the strength of women.
SEEKING:
Sylvia Van Kipnis: Age: Late 20s to 40s, Female-identifying. A strong, confident woman with a sharp wit and sense of humor. Sylvia is the orchestrator of the play’s drama, with a deep sense of self-awareness.
Beau Chappell: Age: Late 20s to 40s, Male-identifying. A charming, slightly clueless man entangled in multiple affairs. Beau struggles with commitment but is not entirely unredeemable.
Marjorie McCarthy: Age: 20s to 30s, Female-identifying. A sweet, naive, and optimistic young woman, initially unaware of the complexities of love and betrayal.
Clarke Van Kipnis: Age: Late 20s to 40s, Male-identifying. A stoic and seemingly dependable man who is hiding his own secrets. Clarke has a classic charm but can be distant.
Dierdre Van Kipnis: Age: Late 20s to 40s, Female-identifying. A passionate and fiery woman, quick to defend her honor and beliefs. She is both strong-willed and deeply vulnerable.
Richard Van Kipnis: Age: Late 20s to 40s, Male-identifying. A free-spirited and adventurous man, Richard has a zest for life but struggles with emotional depth and responsibility.
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
Written by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux
Rehearsals - June 23 - July 8
Performances - July 9 - August 23
SYNOPSIS: This jukebox musical dramatizes the December 4, 1956, recording session with Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins.
SEEKING:
Elvis Presley: (pre-cast) Age: 20s, Male-identifying. Charismatic, cool, and the epitome of a rising star. A strong singer and guitarist with an authentic Elvis swagger.
Johnny Cash: (pre-cast) Age: Late 20s to early 30s, Male-identifying. Calm, collected, and with a deep, resonant voice. A man of few words, Johnny exudes a quiet intensity. Strong baritone voice required.
Jerry Lee Lewis: (pre-cast) Age: Early 20s, Male-identifying. Energetic, brash, and comedic, with exceptional piano skills. Jerry Lee is a natural showman with a rebellious streak.
Carl Perkins: (pre-cast) Age: Mid to late 20s, Male-identifying. Talented but slightly overshadowed by Elvis. Carl is driven and passionate about his music. Strong guitar skills required.
Sam Phillips: (pre-cast) Age: 30s to 40s, Male-identifying. The father of rock and roll. A savvy businessman and mentor, Sam is the glue holding the group together.
Dyanne: (pre-cast) Age: 20s, Female-identifying. Elvis’s girlfriend. Confident, poised, and glamorous. A strong singer with a sultry quality.
BUYER & CELLAR
Written by Jonathan Tolins
Rehearsals - July 15 - 24
Performances - July 25 - August 16
SYNOPSIS: A one-person show about an out-of-work actor hired to manage Barbra Streisand’s underground mall.
SEEKING:
Alex More: (pre-cast) Age: Late 20s to 40s, Male-identifying or Female-identifying. Charming, witty, and slightly cynical. Alex is a natural storyteller who is quick on his feet and able to switch between multiple characters.
SYLVIA
Written by A.R. Gurney
Rehearsals - August 26 - September 9
Performances - September 9 - October 3
SYNOPSIS: A comedic exploration of marriage, midlife crises, and a dog who changes everything.
SEEKING:
Sylvia: Age: 20s to early 30s, Female-identifying. A dog, played by a human. Energetic, playful, and full of personality. Sylvia embodies the loyalty and exuberance of man’s best friend.
Greg: (pre-cast) Age: 40s to 50s, Male-identifying. A man going through a midlife crisis. Greg is likable and relatable but sometimes selfish and oblivious.
Kate: (pre-cast) Age: 40s to 50s, Female-identifying. Intelligent, sophisticated, and career-driven. Kate is practical but struggles to connect with Greg's newfound attachment to Sylvia.
Tom, Phyllis, and Leslie: Age: 30s to 50s. Male-identifying (Tom), Female-identifying (Phyllis), Any gender identification (Leslie). A trio of comedic characters often caricatured. Each offers their perspective on the relationship dynamics.
MISERY
Written by Simon Moore
Rehearsals - August 27 - September 11
Performances - September 12 - October 4
SYNOPSIS: Based on the Stephen King novel, this thriller captures the terrifying power dynamics between a writer and his biggest fan.
SEEKING:
Paul Sheldon: (pre-cast) Age: 40s to 50s, Male-identifying. A successful author. Paul is resourceful, determined, and increasingly desperate as the play progresses.
Annie Wilkes: (pre-cast) Age: 40s to 50s, Female-identifying. A devoted fan with a dangerous obsession. Annie is unpredictable, manipulative, and deeply unsettling.
Sheriff Buster: Age: 50s to 60s, Male-identifying. A small-town lawman. Buster is kind-hearted, practical, and quick-thinking.
OTHER:
www.theatrenantucket.org
An Equity Monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition.
Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA
Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition. Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.
