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Open audition notice for THE OLD MAN AND THE OLD MOON, a play with music
Book, Music, and Lyrics by Pigpen Theatre Co.

Auditions will be held Mon & Tue, Mar 14 & 15, 2022, starting at 7:00 pm both nights.
Production dates: May 27-June 12, 2022

The Dayton Theatre Guild at the Caryl D. Philip TheatreScape
430 Wayne Ave, Dayton OH, 45410
937-278-5993 — http://www.daytontheatreguild.org

Directed by Jeff Sams
Produced by Debra Strauss

THE OLD MAN AND THE OLD MOON, refilling the light that spills out every night. When his wife unexpectedly leaves home, The Old Man abandons his post to find her and plunges the world into darkness. His eventful journey across land, air, and sea reminds them —- and us —- of the unwavering power of love. This is basic storytelling at its best, and a lesson about the inevitability of change. It reminds us of the magic of folktales that take place in a timeless land far, far away.

Casting Requirements:

• Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.
• A résumé and headshot are not required but are encouraged.
• Please be prepared to list all conflicts, including weekends, between Apr 4 & Jun 12, 2022.

MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR EVERYONE AUDITIONING OR OTHERWISE.
ALL CAST AND CREW ARE REQUIRED TO BE VACCINATED FOR COVID-19

This is a movement play. The director is looking for a strong group of actors who are comfortable with physical movement and singing on stage. Experience as a puppeteer is a plus. All actors should be able to sit, stand, move, and lift objects easily.

This production will use 7 actors to play nearly 30 roles by changing costume pieces and using hand props. Actors never leave the stage and work as an ensemble to tell the story. Those auditioning may be asked to attempt a British, Scottish, or Irish dialect. Playing an instrument is not necessary, but please let us know if you are able.

Be prepared to sing 16 Bars of a song in the style of the show. A folk song would be great. An accompanist will be provided.

Those auditioning should dress comfortably for movement and be prepared to learn and sing an excerpt from a song.

Here is a link to a Google folder which includes a perusal of the script and the audition sides:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ir_IWYEAJ-CxPkVXn9wWm2lncYBk-opt

• Actor 1 (Male):
  The Old Man ‐‐ *THIS ROLE HAS BEEN PRECAST
• Actor 2 (Male)
  Matheson, Patron ‐‐ *THIS ROLE HAS BEEN PRECAST
• Actor 3 (Female)
  Butcher, Ben, Callahan, Rebel Two, Perry
• Actor 4 (Female)
  Mabelu, Fine Lady, Dog (puppet)
• Actor 5 (Male)
  Boatswain One, Llewellyn, Ghost Singer
• Actor 6 (Female)
  The Old Woman, Boatswain Two, Mickey, Captain, Bartley, Young Woman
• Actor 7 (Male)
  Fishmonger, Clerk, Cookie, Rebel One, Bartender,Solomon

The show runs weekends May 27-June 12, 2022

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Open audition notice for THE PRICE by Arthur Miller

Audition Dates: Mon & Tue, Feb 7 & 8, 2021, starting at 7:00 pm both nights.
Production dates: Mar 25-Apr 10, 2022

The Dayton Theatre Guild at the Caryl D. Philip TheatreScape
430 Wayne Ave, Dayton OH, 45410
937-278-5993 — www.daytontheatreguild.org

Directed by Debra Kent
Produced by K.L.Storer

Years after an angry breakup, two brothers, Victor and Walter Franz, are reunited by the death of their father. As they sort through his possessions in an old brownstone attic, the memories evoked by his belongings stir up old hostilities. THE PRICE is about family dynamics, the price of furniture and the price of one’s decisions. It premiered on Broadway in 1968, and has had four revivals since. The Price was nominated for two Tony Awards in 1968, including best play.

Casting Requirements:

• Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.
• A résumé and headshot are not required but are appreciated.
• Please bring all scheduling conflicts between Feb 9 and Apr 10, 2022

MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR EVERYONE AUDITIONING OR OTHERWISE.

ALL CAST AND CREW ARE REQUIRED TO BE VACCINATED FOR COVID-19

Roles available:

• Victor Franz – Nearly 50*, and the youngest of the two brothers, a policeman
• Esther Franz – Victor’s wife
• Gregory Solomon – An antiques appraiser and buyer, somewhere close to 90*
• Walter Franz – Oldest of the two brothers, mid-fifties or so*

It’s much more important that an actor be able to PLAY an age rather than actually BE the age.

The director is looking to cast two actors who can play brothers, one slightly older than the other, and both old enough to question the choices they’ve made in life.

For more information contact:
Producer K.L.Storer at kl.storer@daytontheatreguild.org

The show runs weekends Mar 25-Apr 10, 2022

For more information, including auditions, see http://www.daytontheatreguild.org/