NPTG auditions for the musical Blood Brothers
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Blood Brothers by Willy Russell.
Genre: Musical Drama
Directed by Kevin Baldwin
Music Director Kris Layton
Show Dates: Oct 16, 17, 23, 24, @ 8pm Oct 18 and 25 @ 2
Rehearsal Schedule- Tues, Thurs, & Sun @ 6pm
Set in Liverpool from the 1960s through early 1980s, Blood Brothers tells the story of twin boys, Mickey and Edward. Their mother, Mrs. Johnstone, is already struggling to raise children when she discovers she is expecting twins. Unable to afford to keep them both, she makes a desperate pact with her wealthy employer, Mrs. Lyons, agreeing to give one baby away.
Edward is raised in comfort and privilege, while Mickey grows up in poverty shaped by the struggles of working class life. Separated at birth and unaware of their true connection, the boys lead very different childhoods in the same city.
At the age of 7, Mickey and Edward meet by chance. Discovering that they share a birthday, they immediately become close friends, swearing to be blood brothers. Yet neither knows that they are, in fact, real brothers. Their bond stays strong into adolescence even as both develop feelings for Mickey's neighbor and childhood friend, Linda, as the years pass.
However, the class divide between them becomes harder to ignore. Edward follows an easier path through education and opportunity, while Mickey faces, unemployment, crime and personal struggles. Eventually, the truth of their shared parentage is revealed, leading to a shocking climax in which both brothers die, fulfilling the tragic destiny hinted throughout the play.
Cast of Characters:
Mrs. Johnstone (Mother): The biological mother of Mickey and Edward. A struggling single mother of many children, she is forced to give away one twin due to severe financial hardship.
Narrator: A character who acts as a Greek chorus, constantly reminding the audience of the twins' fatal destiny while breaking the fourth wall. (Also plays Milkman, Gynecologist, Bus Conductor, Milkman 2, Teacher, and a Riffle Range Man.
Mrs. Lyons: Edward's adoptive mother. Wealthy, but unable to have children, she manipulates Mrs. Johnstone into an agreement, later becoming paranoid and possessive over Edward.
Mickey Johnstone: The twin kept by his biological mother. He grows up in poverty, faces unemployment, and suffers from depression. Mickey represents the struggles of the working class
Edward (Eddie) Lyons: The twin given to the wealthy Mrs. Lyons. Raised in a privileged environment, he attends a top university and becomes a successful councilor.
Linda: A loyal working-class friend to both boys. She acts as the love interest and eventually marries Mickey, though she later seeks comfort in Edward during Mickey's downward spiral.
Sammy: Mickey's older brother. He grows from a reckless delinquent into a hardened criminal, acting as a negative male role model in Mickey's life.
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Ensemble/Chorus
Auditions Info
Place: New Players Theatre Guild
15 Rollstone Street, Fitchburg
Date: August 2nd and 4th
Time: 6:00pm-9:30pm
Callbacks if needed: August 6th 6pm
Bring: A head shot if you have one (if not, one may be taken)
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Theater Resume
A typed or written list of ALL conflicts that fall on rehearsal dates from *August 6th through October 15th*
Auditions begin at 6pm and will consist of cold readings and a closed vocal audition. Please prepare a song for your vocal audition from the show. Your punctuality will be noted and appreciated!
Genre: Musical Drama
Directed by Kevin Baldwin
Music Director Kris Layton
Show Dates: Oct 16, 17, 23, 24, @ 8pm Oct 18 and 25 @ 2
Rehearsal Schedule- Tues, Thurs, & Sun @ 6pm
Set in Liverpool from the 1960s through early 1980s, Blood Brothers tells the story of twin boys, Mickey and Edward. Their mother, Mrs. Johnstone, is already struggling to raise children when she discovers she is expecting twins. Unable to afford to keep them both, she makes a desperate pact with her wealthy employer, Mrs. Lyons, agreeing to give one baby away.
Edward is raised in comfort and privilege, while Mickey grows up in poverty shaped by the struggles of working class life. Separated at birth and unaware of their true connection, the boys lead very different childhoods in the same city.
At the age of 7, Mickey and Edward meet by chance. Discovering that they share a birthday, they immediately become close friends, swearing to be blood brothers. Yet neither knows that they are, in fact, real brothers. Their bond stays strong into adolescence even as both develop feelings for Mickey's neighbor and childhood friend, Linda, as the years pass.
However, the class divide between them becomes harder to ignore. Edward follows an easier path through education and opportunity, while Mickey faces, unemployment, crime and personal struggles. Eventually, the truth of their shared parentage is revealed, leading to a shocking climax in which both brothers die, fulfilling the tragic destiny hinted throughout the play.
Cast of Characters:
Mrs. Johnstone (Mother): The biological mother of Mickey and Edward. A struggling single mother of many children, she is forced to give away one twin due to severe financial hardship.
Narrator: A character who acts as a Greek chorus, constantly reminding the audience of the twins' fatal destiny while breaking the fourth wall. (Also plays Milkman, Gynecologist, Bus Conductor, Milkman 2, Teacher, and a Riffle Range Man.
Mrs. Lyons: Edward's adoptive mother. Wealthy, but unable to have children, she manipulates Mrs. Johnstone into an agreement, later becoming paranoid and possessive over Edward.
Mickey Johnstone: The twin kept by his biological mother. He grows up in poverty, faces unemployment, and suffers from depression. Mickey represents the struggles of the working class
Edward (Eddie) Lyons: The twin given to the wealthy Mrs. Lyons. Raised in a privileged environment, he attends a top university and becomes a successful councilor.
Linda: A loyal working-class friend to both boys. She acts as the love interest and eventually marries Mickey, though she later seeks comfort in Edward during Mickey's downward spiral.
Sammy: Mickey's older brother. He grows from a reckless delinquent into a hardened criminal, acting as a negative male role model in Mickey's life.
Police
Ensemble/Chorus
Auditions Info
Place: New Players Theatre Guild
15 Rollstone Street, Fitchburg
Date: August 2nd and 4th
Time: 6:00pm-9:30pm
Callbacks if needed: August 6th 6pm
Bring: A head shot if you have one (if not, one may be taken)
Water
Theater Resume
A typed or written list of ALL conflicts that fall on rehearsal dates from *August 6th through October 15th*
Auditions begin at 6pm and will consist of cold readings and a closed vocal audition. Please prepare a song for your vocal audition from the show. Your punctuality will be noted and appreciated!
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15 Rollstone St, Fitchburg, MA, United States
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Host or PublisherNew Players Theatre Guild
