Playhouse on the Square Holds Auditions for GREY GARDENS
On Sunday, September 19, at 6pm, Playhouse on the Square will hold auditions for Grey Gardens. Edith Bouvier Beale and her daughter "Little Edie," - Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis' most scandalous relatives. Members of Memphis' famed Beale family, they were once the highest of high society, but now the two have become East Hampton's most notorious recluses, living in a dilapidated mansion with 51 cats for company. Based on the cult classic documentary, Grey Gardens is a hilarious and heartbreaking look at two indomitable women. "Grey Gardens is more than a unique and unmissable musical: It's a Gift!" - Rolling Stone. Winner of three 2007 Tony Awards.
WHERE - The Circuit Playhouse, 51 South Cooper Street, 38104
NEEDED - 1 Caucasian Female (20s), 1 Caucasian Female (50s-70s), 2 Caucasian young girls (9-12), 3 CaucasIan Males (20s-60s), 1 African-American Male (20s-30s)
WHAT TO PREPARE - Please prepare 16 bars of a song. Please bring a headshot and resume with you.
ARTISTS INVOLVED - Grey Gardens is directed by Guest Artist Jimmy LeDuc. The role of Big Edie (Act 1) and Little Edie (Act 2) has been filled by Carla McDonald.
The show runs at The Circuit Playhouse March 25 - April 17, 2011. Rehearsals begin February 15, 2011. For more information, contact Courtney Oliver at courtney@playhouseonthesquare.org.
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