Brian Friel, writer; Charlotte Moore, dir.; JZ Casting (Geoff Josselson, CSA & Katja Zarolinski, CSA), casting dirs.; Charlotte Moore, artistic dir.; Ciaran O'Reilly, producing dir.
Seeking Equity actors for roles in "Aristocrats." The Irish Rep believes in diversity and representation in casting and encourages actors of all ethnicities, races, gender identities, ages, and body types, as well as performers with disabilities, to audition. All stage management positions have been filled.
To apply, see the "Key Details" section below.
Rehearsal and Production Dates & Locations
Rehearsals begin Dec. 5; runs Jan. 11, 2024-March 3 at the Irish Repertory Theatre, NYC.
Compensation & Contract Details
Key Details
- Aug 8, 2023: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM EDT Lunch runs 1:30-2:30 p.m.
New York City, NY
Additional Instructions:
For
consideration, bring a headshot and resume stapled together, and
prepare a short contemporary or classic monologue. EPA Procedures are in
effect for this audition. An Equity Monitor will be provided. Always
bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.
Equity’s
contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and
encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment
opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such,
Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and
ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition.
Additional Materials
Synopsis:
Set in Ballybeg Hall in County Donegal, Brian Friel’s Chekovian
masterpiece chronicles the decaying home of District Justice O'Donnell,
where the family congregates for a wedding, but stays to attend a
funeral. Friel's tale of three sisters and their eccentric brother
reveals the way 'in which the ache of one family becomes the microcosm
for the ache of a society.
Willie Diver: Mid-30s. A handyman from
the local village. A good-natured fellow is always willing to lend a
hand. Northern Irish Accent.
Tom Hoffnung: 40s-50s. American. Mild-mannered, calm. Studious, curious. Comes from the academic world. Mid-American accent.
Uncle
George: 70s. Very eccentric. His mouth never stops working. All his
gestures informed with great energy as if he were involved in some
urgent business. Anglo-Irish Accent.
Casimir: 30s. Eccentric. The
only son of the house. There is something unique about him - informed
perhaps by his physical movements & distinctive mannerisms.
Anglo-Irish Accent.
Alice: 30s. Lively. Gregarious. Alcoholic. Drinks too much to cover the memories of a painful past. Anglo-Irish Accent.
Eamon:
30s. A local who married into the Big House. Boisterous and lively but
with a bitter sarcastic side. A heavy drinker - can be abusive.
Sometimes a smoldering presence. Northern Irish Accent.
Claire: 20s.
The youngest daughter. A gifted pianist. Suffers from mood swings.
Highly energized at times and often withdrawn and solitary. She is about
to be married to a local older man. Anglo-Irish Accent.
Judith: Late
30s-40s. The eldest of the daughters who stayed home to take care of
their ailing father and homestead. Pragmatic. No nonsense. Anglo-Irish
Accent.
