Casting Call: Actors for Seared by Theresa Rebeck – Exciting Opportunity at Emerging Fairfield County Performance Space (Just 50 Miles from NYC) - Lachat Farm

Casting Notice: Seared by Theresa Rebeck 

Set in the kitchen of a small, struggling Brooklyn restaurant, this dark comedy is a tightly wound examination of a chef’s artistic vision and the sacrifices he and the people around him make for success. 

Location: Lachat Farm, Weston, CT 

Rehearsals: 2/10/25 - 3/6/25 

Performances: 9 performances: 3/7 – 3/8 (Evening), 3/9 (Matinee); 3/14-3/15 (Evening), 3/16 (Matinee); 3/21 – 3/22 (Evening), 3/23 (Matinee) 

No housing available. 

Accepting auditions from both equity and non-equity actors. 

ROLES AVAILABLE: 

HARRY: Male, 35 – 60, All Ethnicities                                                                                                                                                                    Genius chef in love with his work. Devoted to his craft at the expense of everything/everyone else. Hot headed and supremely self-confident.                                                                                                                                                                                                           Traits: Intense, perfectionist, stubborn. Skills Required: Must be very comfortable cooking and able to cook onset. 

MIKE: Male, 35-60, All Ethnicities                                                                                                                                                                    Pragmatic, long-suffering business partner and friend to Harry. Deep respect for Harry’s culinary genius but is desperate to finally make their investment pay off.                                                                                                                                                                 Traits: Practical, frustrated, loyal. 

RODNEY: Male, 18-35, Black                                                                                                                                                                                    Young waiter with dreams of his own that slowly become apparent throughout the course of the play. Opinionated but manages to navigate the high-pressure environment with spirit and a sense of humor.                                                                                       Traits: Calm, quietly ambitious, naturally humorous manner                                                                                                                                                              

EMILY: Female, 30-45, All Ethnicities                                                                                                                                                                    Business consultant brought on by Mike to help them capitalize on their growing popularity and (finally) turn a profit. Loves and believes in their restaurant and Harry’s genius. Always able to read the room.                                                                                        Traits: Smart, strategic, confident, and energetic 

AUDITION INSTRUCTIONS: 

Equity Audition date: Saturday January 11th, 2025 9am - 4pm 

Non Equity Audition date: Friday January 10th, 2025 3pm - 6pm or Sunday January 12th, 2025 10am - 1 pm 

All auditions, rehearsals & performances will take place at:                                                                                                                         LACHAT FARM                                                                                                                                                                                                                 106 Godfrey Rd W Weston, CT 06883 (1 hour north of NYC)                                                                                                                                   Email Diana@lachattownfarm.org for the following:                                                                                                                                                 • Please indicate a time range preference; requests accommodated as best as possible.                                                                          • If available, please submit email,headshot and resume with the role you are auditioning for in the subject line by January 10th at 2pm.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 • Any further information needed Audition Sides available here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Opiq7ArVydSAVSl3bbkyrmrbqobZ5Ene?usp=sharing 

NOTES:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   1. You may be asked to also do a cold reading at the time of the audition.                                                                                                      2. Actors will be exposed to seafood during rehearsals and performances.                                                                                            Deadline for Submissions: Thursday, Jan , 11 am                                                                                                                                                       We encourage actors of all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive cast.                         Salary: $400 - $510 per week; depending on Equity status. * 

Nestled in the heart of Weston, CT, a mere 50 miles from NYC, Lachat Farm offers a much-needed cultural respite - a place where time slows down and the vibrance of the arts intertwines with the wonder of nature. Offering events like last year’s Renee Elise Goldsberry concert, the Steely Dan Duo and Once the Musical, Lachat has developed a stellar reputation for bringing first-class talent and programs to regional audiences. For more about Lachat Farm, visit www.lachattownfarm.org