Casting Teen Performers for "Doubt, A Parable" Play
Casting teen performers for the play "Doubt: A Parable." Please review the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Set in 1964 against the evolving socio-political landscape of America, "Doubt: A Parable" is a compelling drama penned by John Patrick Shanley. In the Bronx, at St. Nicholas Church School, an institution that mirrors the nation's contemporary upheaval, the play unfolds. The story centers on Sister Aloysius Beauvier, the school principal who is staunchly traditional and inflexible in her beliefs. Her world is shaken when she develops grave suspicions about the conduct of the charming and progressive Father Flynn, the parish priest whose modern methods and demeanor earn him the love and respect of his community. Additional info: Callbacks: August 14, 2024 (Wednesday) at 7-10 pm Cast List: August 16, 2024 noon (Friday) Rehearsals: September 3, 2024 – October 10, 2024, on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 7-10 pm (plus occasional Wednesdays, as space allows) Tech rehearsals: October 13, 2024 (Sunday) through October 16, 2024 (Wednesday) Please see the attachment for details. If you are interested please apply.
3 roles
A warm and affable priest with a working-class background, he is cherished for his commitment to good works at St. Nicholas Church. Articulate and personable, he embodies a youthful yet wise spirit, advocating for a progressive Catholic Church that connects empathetically with the general public. Emphasizing closeness over distance, Father Flynn engages warmly with his parishioners, guiding them with a gentle hand as he aspires to make faith a relatable and living experience.
A youthful nun and an enthusiastic educator at the St. Nicholas School, Sister James embodies both innocence and an unwavering commitment to her faith. Her heart radiates warmth, drawing students to confide in her. Though her tender-hearted nature makes her easily swayed, life’s harsh realities compel her to confront difficult decisions. Her journey is one of balancing her innate kindness with the complexities of the world.
A composed, strict, working-class mother who is fiercely dedicated to her son, Donald. Caught in a heart-wrenching tug-of-war between ensuring her son’s current safety and not jeopardizing his educational prospects, she exemplifies the tenacity and complex sacrifices inherent in motherhood.
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