THE CHERRY ORCHARD - South Bend Civic Theatre Non Equity Auditions

South Bend Civic Theatre announces auditions for the classic Studio drama The Cherry Orchard August 5-6!

South Bend Civic Theatre will hold auditions for Anton Chekov’s classis play, The Cherry Orchard, translated by Tom Stoppard, August 5-6 from 6-9 PM at the Scottish Rite Building across the parking lot from SBCT.

The Cherry Orchard is a full length play about the down fall of a once very wealthy family. Liubov and her brother Gaev are the owners of a large estate that includes a cherished cherry orchard. However, due to some bad financial decisions and the impending social changes, the family is about to lose their home to an auction. Lopakhin, a family friend and businessman has offered several very viable suggestions. One of which would include the selling of the orchard. Though this would solve all of the financial problems, Liubov will hear nothing of it. She continues to spend money she doesn't have and seems completely oblivious to the seriousness of the situation. In the end the choices are made for her and the family must cope with their oncoming descent.

Character breakdown is as follows:

5 Females, 9-10 Males (Age of actors playing the roles is flexible according to your personal age range).

Males:

• Lopakhin: A wealthy business man. 30-35 yrs.
• Yepikhodov: a clerk. About 28-30 yrs. old. Clumsy. Nickname is “catastrophe corner”. In love with Dunyasha.
• Firs: An 87 year old manservant.
• Gaev: Brother to Andreevna (Liubov). 51 years old.
• Simeonov-Pishchik: Land owner well dressed. 55-65 yrs. old. Not in good physical condition.
• Yasha: Young manservant. Has been traveling with Liubov. Takes many liberties. Does not seem to know “his place”. Bit of a lady's man.
• Trofimov (Petya): Student/tutor. 28-29 yrs. old. Outspoken, liberal minded.
• Passer-by: A very short scene where he begs money. May be double cast in another role or used as a party guest and scene shifter.
• Post Office Clerk: A guest at the party. (flexible age)
• Station Master: A guest at the party. (flexible age)

Females

• Ranevskaya (Liubov): Landowner. Owner of the house and cherry orchard. 46-50 yrs. old.
• Anya: Liubov's daughter. 17 yrs. old.
• Varya: Adopted daughter of Liubov. 24 yrs. old.
• Dunyasha: A housemaid. Yepikhodov is in love with her. 25-28 yrs. old.
• Charlotta: A governess. Eccentric and opinionated. 50-60+ years old. Used to be somewhat of a circus performer. Performs magic tricks.

Scripts are available to check out with a refundable $10 deposit from the Box Office (open 12-6 weekdays; call 574-234-1112 for script availability).

Performances for The Cherry Orchard will take place in the Warner Studio Theatre at South Bend Civic Theatre September 27-October 6.

South Bend Civic Theatre productions feature volunteer actors drawn from the Michiana region. Most non-musical auditions consist of “cold readings” from the script and directors attempt to schedule rehearsals around individual conflicts as best they can. SBCT welcomes and encourages actors of all experience levels, from novices eager to get the acting bug to seasoned veterans, to their auditions. SBCT is also committed to reflecting the diversity of the community and encourages and welcomes actors of all backgrounds to audition.

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