"A Raisin in the Sun" Play Seeks Boys and Girls
The Center invites actors ages 12 and older to audition for roles in this production. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Lorraine Hansberry's timeless drama follows the Younger family as they navigate ambition, hope, and injustice in 1950s Chicago. When a life insurance check arrives, each family member reflects on their dreams of a different future; one that promises freedom, security, or change in their life. As they face systematic barriers and personal struggles, the Younger family must decide what dreams are worth fighting for. A Raisin in the Sun is a powerful and deeply relevant story of resilience. Additional info: Performances: FEB 27 - MAR 1 & MAR 6 - 8, 2026 See the document attached for details. If interested, please apply.
2 roles
Passionate intellectual exploring her identity; challenges traditional family values, dreams of becoming a doctor, and is caught between two very different suitors.
Playful, curious child coping with poverty; admires his father, loves his mother, and remains hopeful despite tough realities.