LAST CALL! We're just about two weeks out from Clague Playhouse's upcoming auditions for its production of OPUS, by Michael Hollinger, directed by Craig Joseph. Show Dates: January 24-February 16, 2024 The Story: After firing one of their founding members due to his erratic behavior, a world-class string quartet takes a chance on a gifted but relatively inexperienced young woman. With only a few days to rehearse a grueling Beethoven masterpiece, the four struggle to prepare their highest-profile performance ever—a televised ceremony at the White House. Their rehearsal room becomes a pressure-cooker as passions rise, personalities clash, and the players are forced to confront the ephemeral nature of their life’s work. Recipient of the Barrymore Award for Outstanding New Play, a Steinberg New Play Citation from the American Theatre Critics Association, and nominations for Lucille Lortel and John Gassner Awards for Best New Play. Character Breakdown: ELLIOTT, 40s, male-identifying, any race. First violin. Secretly dating Dorian. A bit uptight, perfectionist, leader of the group and doesn't like being crossed. Often serious and taciturn. Very responsible. ALAN, 30s-40s, male-identifying, any race. Second violin. Happy-go-lucky. Wants there to be harmony among the quartet. May or may not be romantically interested in Grace. Often feels like a friendly puppy. A bit of a slob. DORIAN, 30s-40s, male-identifying, any race. Viola. The best musician in the group, but with an artist's volatile, moody temperament. A little unpredictable. Secretly dating Elliott and often in conflict with him. He's been kicked out of the group and wants back in. Probably a genius. CARL, 40s, male-identifying, any race. Cello. Family man. Stable center of the group, but is feeling the strain of his group's disharmony. His cancer has returned, and he's trying to keep it a secret from the rest of them. Doesn't speak often, but when he does, his wisdom causes others to listen. GRACE, 20s, female-identifying, any race. Viola. The youngest and a newcomer to the group. May seem a bit shy and reticent at first, but she can hold her own among these men. Talented musician - and able to speak truth to the group when they can't see beyond their messed-up dynamic. Full of surprises. Audition Dates and Times: Saturday, May 25th from 1-5 PM / Tuesday, May 28th from 6-10 PM at Clague Playhouse (1371 Clague Road, Westlake, OH 44145). To Audition: Please reach out via e-mail to the director of the production, Craig Joseph, at craigjose@gmail.com to request a slot. Include your headshot, resumé, and your preferred date. You will be signed up for a 45 minute slot, during which you'll be playing through several scenes with a group of 4-5 other actors. Sides will be e-mailed to you closer to the audition so that you can prepare. Callbacks will only be held if needed. Rehearsals: Will begin in mid-December, will take a brief break for the holidays, and then we move ahead full steam in January. Rehearsals will take place Sunday through Thursday evenings and Saturday days, if needed. If you have any additional questions, please reach out to craigjose@gmail.com.