AUDITION INFORMATION
Upright Theatre Company (Non-Equity) is holding auditions for
God of Carnage
By Yasmina Reza
Translated by Christopher Hampton
Performances April 14-May 7, 2023
Directed by Natalie Burkhart
Upright Theatre Company (Non-Equity) is holding auditions for
God of Carnage
By Yasmina Reza
Translated by Christopher Hampton
Performances April 14-May 7, 2023
Directed by Natalie Burkhart
Upright Theatre Co. is holding auditions for its upcoming production of God of Carnage. Performers are asked to fill out an online audition form and submit their headshot, resume, conflict calendar, and a video audition to [email protected] of them performing a one- to two-minute satirical monologue by February 27, 2023. Please note the monologue does not need to be performed from memory. Callbacks (if needed) will be held in-person on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 from 7:00pm to 10:00pm at Upright Theatre Company’s studio space in Euless, TX and will consist of cold readings from the script. Online audition forms and conflict calendars can be found at the bottom of this page.
ABOUT THE SHOW
This Tony Award-winning comedy is about two sets of parents who meet up to resolve a playground fight between their sons. As the parents discuss bullying and seek resolutions, their civility quickly devolves into savage bickering and accusations. As their middle-class cocktail gathering becomes an ideological warzone full of tears and tantrums, it becomes clear that these grown-ups need some disciplining of their own.
UPRIGHT RATING: MA (Mature Audiences)
*Dark comedy with drinking, language, and adult themes. Not recommended for children.
For more information on Upright Production Ratings, please email [email protected].
ROLES AVAILABLE
Annette Raleigh (age 30-45 - Alan’s wife)
At first presenting herself as an elite member of the one percent, she is actually on the brink of a panic attack. Her self-confidence has been eroded by her husband Alan’s eternal preoccupation with work.
Alan Raleigh (age 35-50 - Annette’s husband)
An openly rude corporate lawyer, he frequently interrupts their meeting by talking on his cell phone. As he says, “I have no manners”. At first seen as cool and aloof, he is sexist and always acts in his own self-interest.
Veronica Novak (age 30-45 - Michael’s wife)
A writer - she pictures herself as the queen of social conscience and common courtesy – but is really judgmental and domineering. As the situation disintegrates, she fails to maintain her crumbling façade of civility.
Michael Novak (age 35-50 - Veronica’s husband)
Initially eager to create peace, his uncouth nature is slowly revealed. He makes racial comments, denounces child-raising, and progresses from a seemingly good-natured wholesale supplier/salesperson to a neurotic Neanderthal.
AUDITION INFORMATION
AUDITION DATE: Video submissions due by February 27, 2023. Callbacks (if needed) will be in-person on March 1, 2023, 7pm-10pm. Audition forms and conflict calendars can be found on the Upright Theatre Co. website at: https://www.uprighttheatre.org/auditions.html.
LOCATION: Upright Theatre Company’s Studio on Main, 2501 N Main St, Ste 210, Euless, TX 76039
REHEARSALS: Rehearsals begin March 11, 2023 and will generally be four nights per week from 7-10pm, Monday through Friday, and Saturday from 10a-2p.
PERFORMANCE DATES: April 14-May 7, 2023, on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 3:00pm.
For more information, please email [email protected]. Additionally, if you are unable to attend the audition or callback date but would still like to audition, please email [email protected].
ABOUT UPRIGHT THEATRE COMPANY
Upright Theatre Company, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2020 with the goal of providing high-quality artistic and educational programming to the community. Upright Theatre Company promotes artistic excellence in the performing arts, along with education and outreach opportunities that work to provide public access to the arts and arts education. Upright Theatre Company's mission is to elevate the culture of our community by presenting classic and contemporary works that challenge thought, inspire empathy and enhance personal growth; to provide a safe, nurturing and professional educational experience for emerging artists; to promote the talents of our diverse community by collaborating with local businesses, showcasing local artists and cultivating the arts for local families.
ABOUT THE SHOW
This Tony Award-winning comedy is about two sets of parents who meet up to resolve a playground fight between their sons. As the parents discuss bullying and seek resolutions, their civility quickly devolves into savage bickering and accusations. As their middle-class cocktail gathering becomes an ideological warzone full of tears and tantrums, it becomes clear that these grown-ups need some disciplining of their own.
UPRIGHT RATING: MA (Mature Audiences)
*Dark comedy with drinking, language, and adult themes. Not recommended for children.
For more information on Upright Production Ratings, please email [email protected].
ROLES AVAILABLE
Annette Raleigh (age 30-45 - Alan’s wife)
At first presenting herself as an elite member of the one percent, she is actually on the brink of a panic attack. Her self-confidence has been eroded by her husband Alan’s eternal preoccupation with work.
Alan Raleigh (age 35-50 - Annette’s husband)
An openly rude corporate lawyer, he frequently interrupts their meeting by talking on his cell phone. As he says, “I have no manners”. At first seen as cool and aloof, he is sexist and always acts in his own self-interest.
Veronica Novak (age 30-45 - Michael’s wife)
A writer - she pictures herself as the queen of social conscience and common courtesy – but is really judgmental and domineering. As the situation disintegrates, she fails to maintain her crumbling façade of civility.
Michael Novak (age 35-50 - Veronica’s husband)
Initially eager to create peace, his uncouth nature is slowly revealed. He makes racial comments, denounces child-raising, and progresses from a seemingly good-natured wholesale supplier/salesperson to a neurotic Neanderthal.
AUDITION INFORMATION
AUDITION DATE: Video submissions due by February 27, 2023. Callbacks (if needed) will be in-person on March 1, 2023, 7pm-10pm. Audition forms and conflict calendars can be found on the Upright Theatre Co. website at: https://www.uprighttheatre.org/auditions.html.
LOCATION: Upright Theatre Company’s Studio on Main, 2501 N Main St, Ste 210, Euless, TX 76039
REHEARSALS: Rehearsals begin March 11, 2023 and will generally be four nights per week from 7-10pm, Monday through Friday, and Saturday from 10a-2p.
PERFORMANCE DATES: April 14-May 7, 2023, on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 3:00pm.
For more information, please email [email protected]. Additionally, if you are unable to attend the audition or callback date but would still like to audition, please email [email protected].
ABOUT UPRIGHT THEATRE COMPANY
Upright Theatre Company, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2020 with the goal of providing high-quality artistic and educational programming to the community. Upright Theatre Company promotes artistic excellence in the performing arts, along with education and outreach opportunities that work to provide public access to the arts and arts education. Upright Theatre Company's mission is to elevate the culture of our community by presenting classic and contemporary works that challenge thought, inspire empathy and enhance personal growth; to provide a safe, nurturing and professional educational experience for emerging artists; to promote the talents of our diverse community by collaborating with local businesses, showcasing local artists and cultivating the arts for local families.
Important Links:
CLICK HERE FOR THE AUDITION FORM
CLICK HERE FOR THE CONFLICT CALENDAR
For more info, please email [email protected].
CLICK HERE FOR THE AUDITION FORM
CLICK HERE FOR THE CONFLICT CALENDAR
For more info, please email [email protected].
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An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. By visiting Upright Theatre Company, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.
