"A Raisin in the Sun" Play Seeks Teen 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. Additional info: Please review the sides for the characters you’re most interested in. Memorization is not required, and printed sides will be provided at auditions. We’ll do our best to read everyone for the roles they are interested in. Callbacks: SAT / DEC 13 / 1 - 4 PM (Pit and Balcony) Performances: FEB 27, 28 & MAR 1, 6, 7, 8* *Hold for add-on performance MAR 5 See the document attached for details. If interested, please apply.
4 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.
Idealistic Nigerian student; introduces Beneatha to new perspectives on identity and heritage. Actor must use an African accent.
Wealthy, conservative college student interested in Beneatha romantically but dismissive of her progressive ideas.