Casting Teen Performers for "Rhinoceros" Play
Seeking teen performers for the play "Rhinoceros". See details below. About the project: GENERAL PLOT: A pleasant town descends into chaos when inhabitants lose their individuality and transform into beasts with a herd mentality. PLOT FROM THE ANTI-HERO'S PERSPECTIVE: A lovable alcoholic struggles with purpose as everyone around him loses their individuality, beckoning him to join a demonic movement. GENRE: Theatre of the Absurd - a theatrical movement that depicts the absurdity of human existence. It emerged in Europe in the 1940s and '50s. Ionesco's Rhinoceros was a response to the rise of fascism in Nazi Germany. Additional info: Rehearsals do not begin until April. Preparation: Registration opens at 10:30AM. Prepare a 1-minute monologue (optional) that showcases your ability to express extreme emotion OR one that best represents your true personality or soul. The director will facilitate cold readings and group activities in between monologues. Be brave! Fight for your role! If you are interested please apply.
17 roles
A lovable “Everyman.” Introspective. Polite. Trustworthy. Eager. Uncomfortable. Vulnerable. Embarrassed. / Frustrated. Infuriated. Terrified. / Steady. Brave. Invincible. Righteous. Victorious.
Refined. Intelligent. Intimidating. / Belligerent. Brutish. / Horrifying. Demonic.
Innocent. Sweet. Helpful. / Administrative. Professional. Adorable. / Charismatic. Sensual. Irresistible. / Vexatious. Abrasive. Cruel.
Cerebral. Established. Pretentious. Unwavering. / Abandoned. Euphoric. (will either be played by a precocious child or a distinguished man)
Following. / Judging. (played by either a child or an older man)
Wealthy. Blissful. Influential. Privileged. / Hysterical. Suicidal.
Preppy. Corporate. Medium. Safe. / Pining. Nervous. / Disappointed. Resigned.
Harsh. Stiff. Overbearing. Boxy. Decisive. / Retired. Free.
Frumpy. Anguished. Needy. / Hopeful. Determined. / Liberated.
Cynical. Calculating. Skeptical. Antagonistic. / Regretful. Passionate.
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