Theatre Workshop of Nantucket | Nantucket, MA
Thursday, February 13, 2025
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM (E)
BREAK: 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
SPT
$482 weekly minimum (SPT 4)
Equity actors for roles in Theatre Workshop of Nantucket's 2025 Season (See breakdown).
Audition will consist of sides. Sides are available at the following link:
Theatre Workshop of Nantucket Auditions
Actors' Equity New York Audition Center
165 W 46th St
16th Fl
New York, NY 10036
EXPECTED TO ATTEND:
Cindi Rush (Casting Director)
Jamison Stern (reader)
Rehearsals - May 19 - June 3
Performances - June 4 - 21
Rehearsals - June 23 - July 8
Performances - July 9 - August 23
Rehearsals - July 15 - 24
Performances - July 25 - August 16
Rehearsals - August 26 - September 9
Performances - September 9 - October 3
Rehearsals - August 27 - September 11
Performances - September 12 - October 4
www.theatrenantucket.org
Questions: opportunities@theatrenantucket.org
EPA Procedures are in effect for this audition. An Equity Monitor will be provided.
Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA
Theatre Workshop of Nantucket 2025 Season
Written by Sandy Rustin
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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