AUDITIONS for *OUT AT SEA* a one-act (30 minute!) political satire Written by by Slawomir Mrozek (famous Polish playwright, cartoonist and satirist) Directed by Jill Levin Description of the play:
From LaMama, ETC's New York production: "In *Out at Sea, *three men starving on a life raft employ a hilariously logical application of democratic and other bureaucratic procedures to determine which of them is to become dinner for the other two."
*CHARACTERS *(character names do not reflect actual physical attributes...): FAT: a power-hungry, savvy politician; any age MEDIUM: a bureaucrat who knows on which side his bread is buttered; any age THIN: an innocent victim desperately trying to stay alive; any age POSTMAN: a helpful public servant; any age BUTLER: a devoted personal servant; any age *note: Butler and Postman could be played by same actor/actress* *AUDITION INFORMATION:* Saturday, August 6th 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sunday August 7th 2:00 - 3:30 10924 Magnolia, Cleveland (University Circle) Montessori High School Annex building (at end of drive next to Ferris House) Bring headshot and resume if available Come prepared to read from the script (sides will be provided ahead of time upon request) YOU MUST call *216-780-0365* or email *jlevin@montessorihighschool.org <jlevin@montessorihighschool.org> *to request an audition time *REHEARSAL and PERFORMANCE INFORMATION* 30-minute play. Heavy on lines for three main characters. Rehearsals begin August 15th. 4 times per week including at least one weekend day until week before performance (September 12-16, every evening) Total of 3 performances: 2 Performances on Saturday, September 19 at FIREFISH FESTIVAL in Lorain, Ohio (can provide transportation) 1 additional performance in September (TBD by cast availability) at Montessori High School at University Circle Modest stipend for performances -- Jill Levin 216-780-0365