Casting Teen Performers for "A Raisin in the Sun" Play
Casting Call for Teen Performers for the Play "A Raisin in the Sun." Please see the details below. About the project: A Raisin in the Sun is a play by Lorraine Hansberry that debuted on Broadway in 1959.[1] The title comes from the poem “Harlem” (also known as “A Dream Deferred”[2]) by Langston Hughes. The story tells of a black family’s experiences in south Chicago, as they attempt to improve their financial circumstances with an insurance payout following the death of the father, and deals with matters of housing discrimination, racism, and assimilation. Widely considered one of the greatest and most influential works of all time. Additional info: SIGN IN: 6:30 pm. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. All auditioners should bring a list of conflicts from November 24th to January 25th. Production dates: January 31, February 1, 7, 8 @7:30pm. February 2 and 9 @2:30pm Tech week: January 26-30 (No conflicts) Please see the attachment for details. If you are interested please apply.
11 roles
Sometimes called “Brother.” Passionate, ambitious, and bursting with the energy of his dreams, Walter Lee is a desperate man, shackled by poverty and prejudice, and obsessed with a business idea that he thinks will solve all of his economic and social problems.
A “soft” personality type. Ruth is not aggressive; she just lets life “happen” to her. She is the “worn-out wife” with a tedious, routine lifestyle. Ruth has only simple dreams and would be content to live out her life being moderately comfortable.
The most educated of the Youngers, she sometimes seems to be obnoxious and self-centered; especially in the early scenes, she freely verbalizes her views in a household that has difficulty understanding her perspectives. She favors her African suitor over her rich boyfriend, much to the puzzlement of her family.
In spite of his manipulative nature, Travis is a likeable child because, although he might be mischievous at times, he is always mannerly. He seems sheltered and overprotected by the numerous adults in the household, yet he is a “street kid,” drawn to the life of his neighborhood.
A proud woman, Lena does not have much material wealth, but she walks tall, exudes dignity, and carries herself, with the “noble bearing of the women of the Heroes of Southwest Africa [a pastoral people. She lives vicariously through her children, for even her dream of having a house is motivated only by her desire to make living conditions better for her family.
George is pedantic — an academic show-off — constantly making literary allusions even when he knows that this information is lost upon his audience.
An African student, courting the attentions of Beneatha. In trying to win her affections, he is persistent but never overbearing. He flatters her with gifts.
Comes off extremely shy and timid, none threatening or abrasive or loud. He is polite and mannerly even though everything he says is insulting to the Youngers.
Johnson: Comic relief. She is a flat caricature of the nosy, jealous neighbor
Somewhat dimwitted, but he is basically honest and appears to be a loyal friend.
None speaking roles, but memorable pieces of the story.
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