Sylvia by A.R. Gurney Auditions
Schedule
Sat Aug 06 2022 at 02:00 pm to 04:00 pm
Location
Playcrafters Barn Theatre | Moline, IL
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Playcrafters will hold auditions for "Sylvia" by A.R. Gurney, performance dates are September 30th-October 2nd and October 7th-9th. Directed by Kathy Graham
Auditions will take place on August 6th from 2-4 PM and August 7th from 6-8 PM
After 22 years of child-raising in the suburbs, Greg and Kate have moved to Manhattan. His career as a financial trader is winding down, while Kate is experiencing new opportunities as an English teacher. One day, Greg brings home a stray dog he found in the park – or, more accurately, one that found him – bearing only the name “Sylvia” on her tag. It is love at first sight between man and dog, but Kate is not on board. She and Sylvia battle for Greg’s affection in this comedic and touching story about the relationship we humans have with our pets.
Casting Requirements:
Sylvia: This is a very high-energy part requiring the physicality of a Labradoodle. She is loving and feisty!
Greg: Middle-aged male in his 40’s or 50’s preferred. He’s tired and is wanting to escape his mundane life and settle into truly living. Sylvia gives him a reason to begin enjoying life.
Kate: A highly motivated middle-aged woman. She’s raised her children and is motivated to move up in her career as an educator. When Sylvia enters their lives, the animal’s presence disrupts her plans for their lives moving forward.
Tom: Tom is married, younger, probably in his 30’s. He is also a dog lover and gives advice on dogs and relationships when he and his dog, Bowser (never seen), meet up with Greg & Sylvia at the dog park.
Phyllis: She is a true New York society snob who has reconnected with her college Sorority sister, Kate. She is certainly NOT an animal lover.
Leslie: Leslie, a marriage counselor, wears unisex clothing and is sexually ambivalent. A gender-neutral actor would be very welcome in this role. They attempts to help the couple, though with little success, in dealing with their issues.
All levels of experience and all ethnicities are encouraged to try out. Actors should come prepared to cold-read from the script. Those wishing to audition for Sylvia should dress to demonstrate physical ability to represent the character of an active young dog.
Anyone not able to meet the dates of auditions should email [email protected] as soon as possible to make arrangements with the director.
Design and Crew:
If you are interested in helping backstage, you can still come to auditions to meet the Director and let them know what you are interested in doing. We are always looking for volunteers to learn and staff important backstage positions, build/paint sets, gather props, and work with costumes. You may also express your interest in the above email.
Volunteer:
We welcome you to volunteer! Every performance needs help in the box office, concessions, and ushering! Those who volunteer are able to see the show for free!
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Where is it happening?
Playcrafters Barn Theatre, 4950 35th Ave, Moline, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
