Casting Teen Performers for "Mary Jane" Play
Casting teen performers for the play "Mary Jane." Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: As Mary Jane navigates both the mundane and the unfathomable realities of caring for Alex, her chronically ill young son, she finds herself building a community of women from many walks of life. From Pulitzer Prize finalist Amy Herzog, Mary Jane is a heartbreak, life affirming portrait of a one mother’s search for hope. Captivating, affecting and compassionate, it’s the story of a single mother in an impossible family situation. Faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, Mary Jane relies on unflagging optimism and humor, along with the wisdom of the women around her who have become a makeshift family, to take on each new day. But will inner strength and newfound friendships be enough to see her through? The New York Times calls Mary Jane“the most profound of Herzog’s many fine plays.” And The New Yorker raves, “beautiful and remarkable... Herzog has made theatre that shines.” Rate: All roles are paid and non-union. The stipend for the role of Mary Jane is $750, all other roles will receive $550. Additional info: There will be eleven performances: February 7 - 23, 2024 Callbacks may be held on December 3 if needed Schedule: Rehearsals will start in mid-December No rehearsal between December 23 - January 1 Rehearsals will typically run evenings during the week and some weekend days. No conflicts will be allowed between January 29 and February 23 Audition Process: Read through the character descriptions below! Sign up for a 15-minute time slot for your audition, you will be reading sides from the play. Fill out your audition form (attach any headshot or resume if available)! Look over the selected sides. Each audition will include an introduction, readings of the sides, and any redirects from the director. The directors will notify everyone auditioning, either way, before a cast list is announced. Tips: Arrive 5-10 minutes before your audition time to check in, breathe, get water and be comfortable Read over the sides before your audition Wear something comfortable that you feel confident in! Be yourself! The directors want to work with great people, so while we're interested in your character choices, we want you to be as relaxed and comfortable as possible and show us your personality! If you are interested please apply.
9 roles
Single mother of Alex, her chronically ill child. Balancing caring for her child and navigating the world.
Superintendent of Mary Jane's apartment building. Tough and no-nonsense, still compassionate. (doubles with TENKEI)
Buddhist nun, Chaplin at the hospital. Must have or be willing to buzz hair/go very short (doubles with RUTHIE)
One of Alex's caretaker nurses that helps out Mary Jane. (doubles with DR. TORROS)
Alex's doctor at the hospital. (doubles with SHERRY)
Mom of another chronically ill child. Looking to Mary Jane for guidance. Totally overwhelmed with her situation (doubles with CHAYA)
Mom of another chronically ill child in the hospital. Has many children and a worldly strength and patience in her faith. Hasidic Jew. (doubles with BRIANNE)
Sherry's niece. Young college student visiting Mary Jane and her mother on college break. Excited to meet Alex. (doubles with Kat)
The ever elusive music therapist at the hospital. Never around but exceptionally kind. (doubles with AMELIA)