Casting Teen Performers for "Fences" Play
Casting teen performers for the play "Fences." Please find the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: SYNOPSIS: Troy Maxson, one of the greatest characters of American theater, has stepped up to the plate too many times in his life only to go down swinging. Shut out of the big leagues by prejudice, the former Negro League homerun king is now a garbage collector just trying to make a living and do right by his family. When his youngest son shows promise on the high school football team, Troy must come to terms with his past disappointments or risk tearing his family apart. “Universal enough to touch a chord in every human heart.” – The New York Times. Rate: Actors will be paid. Details discussed upon casting offer. Additional info: SHOW RUN: March 15 – March 16, 2025 REHEARSALS: Rehearsals begin in January 2025. The final schedule will be determined by actor conflict. Only local, non-union talent will be considered. CALLBACKS: Will be held in person on December 7th, 2024. Submissions should include a slate that includes the actor’s name and role of interest. The monologue should be submitted as one, unedited take. While performing/recording the audition monologue, actors should stand and look directly at the camera. Submissions should include the actor's resume as an additional attachment. Please see the attachment for details. When applying, please include “Fences Audition – Role” in the subject line.
2 roles
Troy and Rose Masons’ son. A senior in highschool. An ambitious young man who has the talent and determination to realize his dreams, Cory comes of age during the course of the play when he challenges and confronts Troy and leaves home.
Troy’s child, mothered by Alberta, his lover, who passed away while giving birth. Her innocent need for care and support convinces Rose to take Troy back into the house. Some singing. Special Requirements: Ability to portray youthful innocence.
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