Elmwood Playhouse in Nyack, NY will be holding auditions for its upcoming production of
The Shape of Things, written by Neil LaBute and directed by Omar Kozarsky. The Shape of Things is a modern love story that follows the relationship between Adam and Evelyn. The play raises questions about the boundaries between creation and destruction.
AUDITIONS: Monday February 20, 2023 at 7pm and Tuesday February 21, 2023 at 7pm
CALLBACKS: Thursday February 23 2023 at 7pm (by invitation only)
PERFORMANCES: Friday May 12, 2023 thru Saturday June 3, 2023 (Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays with possible Wednesday and Thursdays)
SHOW DESCRIPTION:
How far would you go for art? For love? These are some of the questions asked in this modern day Pygmalion. After a chance meeting, Evelyn and Adam become embroiled in an intense love affair. Under Evelyn’s influence, Adam goes to great lengths to improve his appearance and character — with both positive and negative results. The Shape of Things, which originally starred Paul Rudd and Rachel Weisz in both the stage and film versions, challenges the audience’s ideas about art, relationships and love itself.
CAST REQUIREMENTS: (2 males, 2 females)
ADAM – (Male 20s): “A diamond in the rough,” grad student; has the potential to be more attractive but a bit shy and unsure of himself. A very likable guy.
EVELYN – (Female 20s): Art school grad student; strong, opinionated, rebellious. She is both clever and determined. Attractive, but not necessarily “pretty.”
JENNY – (Female 20s): Pretty, polite, intelligent (but not witty); her life is perhaps a bit sheltered. Engaged to Phillip.
PHILIP – (Male 20s): Traditionally handsome, cool and even cocky; “charming” (at least he thinks he is). Engaged to Jenny.
Note: This production contains some adult situations and language.
For additional information please email shapeofthings@elmwoodplayhouse.com
Sides from the script will be made available at the audition. All roles available. Casting is open to all ethnicities, races, and gender identifications. Newcomers are especially welcomed. Crew and other volunteers are also needed for the event. Visit
www.elmwoodplayhouse.com/covid19 to read the theater’s current COVID policies and safety measures. For more information or directions, call 845-353-1313 or visit
www.elmwoodplayhouse.com/auditions
Elmwood Playhouse is a nonprofit community theater and provides a local, intimate setting for live theatre– a place to share the stories that connect our lives. Elmwood Playhouse believes that live theatre is a unique and essential component of society. It seeks to provide opportunities for creative expression, to reflect the diverse voices of our community, to collaborate with other local organizations, and to engage our audience members now and into the future.
Elmwood Playhouse 10 Park Street, Nyack, New York 845-353-1313
www.elmwoodplayhouse.com
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