CenterStage Players will hold auditions for their February/March performance of THE ROYAL FAMILY at their performance venue – The North College Hill City Center (1500 W. Galbraith Road, Cincinnati, OH 45231)
Auditions will take place on Monday, December 9th and Wednesday, December 11th (7-9:30 PM).
No appointment necessary. Auditioners will be taken in the approximate order of arrival.
Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.
Show dates are February 28, March 1, 2, 6, 7, and 8. .
Show Details: THE ROYAL FAMILY
By Edna Ferber & George S. Kaufman
Directed by Burt McCollom
A comedy – a thinly-veiled portrait of the legendary Barrymores. Another renowned “Royal Family of Broadway”, the Cavendish clan comprises three generations of legendary American actors. When the Cavendish name and reputation is threatened Dowager Fanny rules with a combination of strength, wit, courage, and a sharp tongue, proving that the “show” indeed, “must (and will) go on.”
Cast of Characters
- Fanny Cavendish: Matriarch of the Cavendish family, mother of Julie and Tony, a talented actress who no longer performs. 60’s – 70’s.
- Julie Cavendish: Daughter of Fanny, mother of Gwen, middle-aged, still very attractive woman and a phenomenal actress. Oversees the family’s affairs. 40’s.
- Gwen Cavendish: Daughter of Julie, 19 years old and a talented actress. She is, however, less enthusiastic about theatre than the rest of her family. 20’s.
- Tony Cavendish: Son of Fanny. A little younger than Julie, he has been working on a movie in Hollywood, but has returned to New York because of some trouble. High-strung and used to having his own way. 30’s – 40’s.
- Oscar Wolfe: The Cavendish family’s manager. A figure of authority and knows what he wants. Has been working with the Cavendish’s for years, making him almost part of the family. 50’s – 60’s.
- Perry Stewart: Gwen’s boyfriend. Attractive young man from a good family with a bright future. Would like Gwen to leave the stage so they can be together. 20’s – 30’s.
- Gilbert Marshall: Former suitor of Julie. Rich business man, back in town after almost twenty years to see Julie again. 40’s – 50’s.
- Herbert Dean: Fanny’s brother. Past his prime and having trouble finding acting work. 50’s – 60’s.
- Kitty LeMoyne Dean: Herbert’s wife. Mediocre actress, sees herself younger and more talented than she actually is. 40’s – 50’s.
- Della: the Cavendish’s housekeeper, an efficient woman, capable of keeping up with the many needs of the family. Any age.
- Jo: the houseman, takes orders from Della and helps keep the family happy. Any age.
- Miss Peake: Gwen’s nurse for baby Aubrey. Any age, young.
If you have questions about the production, please feel free to contact the director, Burt McCollom at 513.235.8554.
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