PROJECT
POTUS (Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive)
Produced by CASA (Cincinnati Area Studio Artists)
Location: CASA, 2511 Essex Place, Cincinnati, OH
ABOUT THE SHOW
This is a fast-paced, farcical political comedy that follows seven women scrambling to contain a White House crisis after the President’s latest scandal explodes. As chaos escalates with pregnancy, drugs, media leaks, and political fallout, the women must outmaneuver each other and the system to maintain control. It’s bold, irreverent, highly physical, and very actor-driven.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking female, trans, and nonbinary performers of all races, backgrounds, and body types. Age is flexible. Beauty is subjective.
We’re specifically looking for performers who are:
- Fast and sharp with language
- Fearless with big comedic choices
- Physically expressive
- Comfortable working in heightened, chaotic comedy
AUDITION DETAILS
Video submissions due: April 4
Callbacks: April 18 at CASA
Submit here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfRopXalvP2XJ7xfewKwbqr9n-tyfFZiQ_y2QBK8fJrnaYhXA/viewform?usp=header
Actors will be asked to provide:
- A slate (name, height, location)
- One comedic monologue (or provided sides)
- Headshot and resume
REHEARSALS & PERFORMANCES
Rehearsals begin in late May, with required availability the evening of May 22
Performances run June 26–28 and July 2–4 at CASA
COMPENSATION
A small stipend will be provided, with amount based on ticket sales
CONTENT NOTES
- Strong language throughout
- Sexual content and adult themes
- References to drug use and political scandal
- High-energy physical comedy
- Some intimacy and physical humor required
- No nudity, but actors should be comfortable with suggestive material
CHARACTER BREAKDOWNS
DUSTY
20s–early 30s. The President’s young mistress. Starts off idealistic and quickly realizes she is in over her head. Her unexpected pregnancy sets the entire crisis in motion. Comedic, reactive, and emotionally volatile.
BERNADETTE
40s–60s. The President’s sister. A chaotic, charismatic felon awaiting a pardon. Bold, unpredictable, and highly physical. A big comedic role that requires fearlessness.
CHRIS
30s–40s. A journalist, often portrayed as a Black woman. A single mother balancing career and motherhood while chasing a major story. Smart, grounded, and relentless with sharp comedic timing.
MARGARET
40s–50s. The First Lady. Ivy League-educated, brilliant, and commanding. Often portrayed as Black. Controlled, strategic, and powerful, with moments of explosive honesty.
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