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SPRING PLAY
Auditions are Thursday, March 5th at the Bird Island Theatre Rehearsal Space from 6-8PM. Please arrive by 6PM and plan on staying until 8PM.
Rehearsals are most M-T-TH-F and some weekends! 6:30-8:30/9:00PM.
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Character Breakdown:
If you are unfamiliar with this show, the most accessible point of comparison is the Griswold Family of National Lampoon’s fame.
- DON BROWNING: Adult writer, young boy in flashbacks. Don is at the center of this story and rarely, if ever, leaves the stage. Actors considering auditioning for this role should be comfortable memorizing a large amount of dialogue and be able to convey an adult and teenage version of Don.
- DAD: Don’s father. A man who loves his family, life, and adventure. A constant presence throughout the play. While he may not always be talking, he’s always there.
- MOM: Don’s mother, past and present. A woman of saintly patience and strong love for her family. Must be able to play an adult and “older adult” version of her character.
- SIS: Don’s sister, past and present. That annoying sister you know and mostly love. Must be able to play an adult and teenage version of her character.
- MULTIPLE CHARACTER GUYS (12 roles total, may be split between 2-4 actors playing 2-4 roles each): Plays a hog farmer, Don’s uncle, man with vegetable stand, Don’s grandfather, grocery store employee, farmer with hoe, Don’s childhood friend turned professor, Amish peddler at flea market, Civil War performer, mechanic, unhappy old man, and stoic waiter
- MULTIPLE CHARACTER GIRLS (10 roles total, may be split between 2-4 actors playing 2-4 roles each): hog farmer Bob’s wife, Don’s aunt, woman with fruit cart, Don’s grandmother, woman in grocery store parking lot, Amish peddler at flea market, assistant to Civil War guy, auto repair shop worker, patron in hotel, nightmare waitress
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MULTIPLE CHARACTER GUYS
MULTIPLE CHARACTER GIRLS
MULTIPLE CHARACTER GIRLS
(12 roles – typically split among 2–4 actors)
Hog Farmer – Proud, practical rural man with grounded, dry humor.
Don’s Uncle – Big family personality; warm, possibly opinionated.
Man with Vegetable Stand – Eager roadside vendor trying to make a sale.
Don’s Grandfather – Reflective, stubborn, generational presence with subtle humor.
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(12 roles – typically split among 2–4 actors)
Hog Farmer – Proud, practical rural man with grounded, dry humor.
Don’s Uncle – Big family personality; warm, possibly opinionated.
Man with Vegetable Stand – Eager roadside vendor trying to make a sale.
Don’s Grandfather – Reflective, stubborn, generational presence with subtle humor.
Grocery Store Employee – Deadpan, procedural, unimpressed.
Farmer with Hoe – Physical, minimal dialogue; strong character through posture and movement.
Childhood Friend (Professor) – Former kid buddy turned self-serious academic; strong contrast role.
Amish Peddler – Quiet, observant, understated humor through stillness.
Civil War Performer – Overly committed reenactor; bold, theatrical energy.
Mechanic – Gruff, direct, blue-collar realism.
Unhappy Old Man – Cranky, world-weary, comedic through timing and reaction.
Waiter – Emotionless, efficient, humor through restraint.
MULTIPLE CHARACTER GIRLS
MULTIPLE CHARACTER GIRLS
MULTIPLE CHARACTER GIRLS
(10 roles – typically split among 2–4 actors)
Hog Farmer Bob’s Wife – Strong, practical, steady rural presence.
Don’s Aunt – Family warmth with possible dramatic flair.
Woman with Fruit Cart – Persistent, energetic vendor personality.
Don’s Grandmother – Gentle, loving, reflective. Woman in Grocery Store Parking Lot – Opinionated small
(10 roles – typically split among 2–4 actors)
Hog Farmer Bob’s Wife – Strong, practical, steady rural presence.
Don’s Aunt – Family warmth with possible dramatic flair.
Woman with Fruit Cart – Persistent, energetic vendor personality.
Don’s Grandmother – Gentle, loving, reflective. Woman in Grocery Store Parking Lot – Opinionated small-town observer.
Amish Peddler – Soft-spoken, composed, subtle reactions.
Assistant to Civil War Performer – Earnest, intensely committed helper.
Auto Repair Shop Worker – Confident, capable, straightforward.
Hotel Patron – Traveler with distinct attitude (impatient, awkward, curious).
“Nightmare” Waitress – Fast, sharp, overwhelming; big comedic opportunity.
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MULTIPLE CHARACTER GIRLS
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Tech- Projections- this show has three projectors on stage for scenes, road signs and postcards. (These two assistants will assist Heidi)
Tech- Lights – Strong work ethic, willingness to learn light board and care for equipment.
Tech- Sound- assistant to run the mic system.
Stage Manager- organizes stage items when in use, sets up light
Tech- Projections- this show has three projectors on stage for scenes, road signs and postcards. (These two assistants will assist Heidi)
Tech- Lights – Strong work ethic, willingness to learn light board and care for equipment.
Tech- Sound- assistant to run the mic system.
Stage Manager- organizes stage items when in use, sets up lights and all other items as needed for stage rehearsals, responsible for doors. Puts everything away after stage rehearsals. Re-locks all doors and lights.