Western Reserve Playhouse in Bath, Ohio is holding auditions for... Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike By Christopher Durang Director: Chris Bizub Show Dates: November 25-December 10, 2022 (Fridays and Saturdays at 8PM, Sunday, December 4, 2022 at 2PM) When: July 10th & 16th, 2022 - 10am-1pm Where: Western Reserve Playhouse 3326 Everett Rd, Bath, OH 44286 Callbacks as Needed: July 17th - 10am-12pm Rehearsals will start- October 10th, 2022 Sun-Thurs 7pm-10pm Sign Up for a Time Slot in this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAA28A7F8C61-vanya<https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.signupgenius.com%2Fgo%2F10C0F4FACAA28A7F8C61-vanya%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1oyCFMF064Vxc6AOKN6sgAnWwAL2KrycZaUY4V-8PQp-PxQSvVkakOcxM&h=AT0CibPcM97-vYiymKAqVFyHFV2hfXSJkv797KKjGyVh1XnMvK4OpKlkNfZyKjqUpTZzwypcf67y-NQT7ovApwGbc9GeZhoTpehcrKlBFWm717fz8wDLef3T1F7ri42T&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT0IonqC9bLmAkS1xomcHe-AQGzHu0O-FUrFQ5XHLEOgEqNHn0SEU7Jq2gCMHpLBl0T5gzORQYS5lceXLWt8JG9K4NipJygw2KiecJ0jbAiEbTKSAyw6dqIezg5TnhC7lUFfJQTACtJPPLyrIjGHrUYs> Those auditioning will be asked to prepare EITHER a one-minute monologue in the style of the show or do a cold reading from the script. Please email Director, Chris Bizub at cmb164@1870.uakron.edu<mailto:cmb164@1870.uakron.edu> with any questions. Synopsis: The story revolves around the relationships of three middle-aged single siblings, two of whom live together, and takes place during a visit by the third, Masha, who supports them. They discuss their lives and loves, argue, and Masha threatens to sell the house. Some of the show's elements were derived from works of Anton Chekhov, including several character names and sibling relationships, the play's setting in a country house (in Bucks County, Pennsylvania) with a vestigial cherry orchard, the performance of an "avant-garde" play by one of the main characters (as in The Seagull), and the themes of old vs. new generations, real vs. assumed identities, the challenges of a woman growing older after successes in a career that seems to be ending, the hope and carelessness of youth, intrafamilial rivalries, and the possible loss of an ancestral home. * The character descriptions below should NOT be taken as literal guidelines for casting. They offer a very broad outline to give a rough idea of character types. * Before auditioning, actors are strongly encouraged to read the play. * Roles are open to all ethnicity and gender identities. * We ask that all who are auditioning at this time read our Safety and Covid policies. Actors are asked to show proof of vaccination status and must be fully vaccinated by the first day of rehearsal. * We will accept video auditions as well: * Unlisted YouTube links or Vimeo links are the preferred method of sharing your video content. Please be sure your share settings are correct before sending. Please avoid sending large video files to download. Please do not exceed 3 mins total in your video. Also include headshots and resumes and email links to 2022WRPAuditions@gmail.com<mailto:2022WRPAuditions@gmail.com> and cmb164@1870.uakron.edu<mailto:cmb164@1870.uakron.edu> All Videos must be submitted by July 16th, 2022 by 5pm *No equity contracts offered at this time.* Available Roles: VANYA - (male identifying, age range 50's to 60's) SONIA - (female identifying, age range 40's to 60's) MASHA - (female identifying, age range 40's to 60's) SPIKE - (male identifying, 20’s to early 30’s) CASSANDRA - ( Female identifying, 30’s to 40’s) NINA - ( female identifying, 20’s) This production is also auditioning 1-2 understudies, please at audition time state if you are interested in that. At this time it is only an understudy position and shows are not guaranteed. COVID-19 Safety and Vaccination Requirements for The Western Reserve Playhouse: If you are working on a production with The Western Reserve Playhouse, you must have received your vaccine before the first rehearsal/day. Proof of vaccination card may be required. Everyone working with the 2022 WRP Mainstage Adult Productions (designers, contractors,employees, etc.) will also be vaccinated. If you have any questions about the Covid Safety Protocols please contact WRP’s Artistic Director, Dawn Sniadak-Yamokoski at dawn@thewrp.org<mailto:dawn@thewrp.org>