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Auditions: Doubt, A Parable
Raleigh Little Theatre is seeking performers for its upcoming production of Doubt, A Parable, by John Patrick Shanley. This show will be presented in the Gaddy-Goodwin Teaching Theatre.
About the show
Set in 1964 against the evolving socio-political landscape of America, Doubt, A Parable is a compelling drama penned by John Patrick Shanley. In the Bronx, at St. Nicholas Church School, an institution that mirrors the nation’s contemporary upheaval, the play unfolds. The story centers on Sister Aloysius Beauvier, the school principal who is staunchly traditional and inflexible in her beliefs. Her world is shaken when she develops grave suspicions about the conduct of the charming and progressive Father Flynn, the parish priest whose modern methods and demeanor earn him the love and respect of his community.
Important dates
Audition Information Session: Monday, August 5, 2024 at 7pm [Zoom link]
- This optional information session will include an overview of the audition process, forms, and guidance on how to prepare. This is a great session to attend if you have never auditioned for a show before, never volunteered at RLT, or if you would like to hear more from the director about the process and show.
Auditions: August 12, 2024 (Monday) and August 13, 2024 (Tuesday) 7pm-10pm
Callbacks: August 14, 2024 (Wednesday) at 7-10pm
Cast List: August 16, 2024 at noon (Friday)
Rehearsals: September 3, 2024 – October 10, 2024 on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 7-10pm (plus occasional Wednesdays, as space allows)
Tech rehearsals: October 12, 2024 (Saturday) through October 16, 2024 (Wednesday)
Performances: October 17, 2024 – November 3, 2024. Performances are Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 3pm.
- There is the possibility of adding Saturday matinees to the performance schedule on October 26 and November 2, 2024. If you are cast, you must be available for all performances including any added ones.
About the roles
Raleigh Little Theatre encourages actors of any ethnicity, identity, ability, etc. to audition for any role. If the script requires strict adherence to any characteristic(s), those will be listed in the character description.
Sister Aloysius Beauvier (White, Female Presenting, Age Presenting: 50’s – 70’s) Principal of St. Nicholas School, she stands as a bastion of traditional Catholic education. As a strict disciplinarian, she is unwavering in her commitment to the conservative ways of the church, believing firmly in the power of rigorous academic and moral instruction. Unsparing and by-the-book, Sister Aloysius enforces the rules with an unsentimental hand, ensuring that her school upholds the values she holds sacred. Driven by an unyielding sense of duty, she is a formidable educator who will not budge on her convictions.
Father Brendan Flynn (White, Male Presenting, Age Presenting: 30’s – 50’s) A warm and affable priest with a working-class background, he is cherished for his commitment to good works at St. Nicholas Church. Articulate and personable, he embodies a youthful yet wise spirit, advocating for a progressive Catholic Church that connects empathetically with the general public. Emphasizing closeness over distance, Father Flynn engages warmly with his parishioners, guiding them with a gentle hand as he aspires to make faith a relatable and living experience.
Sister James (White, Female Presenting, Age Presenting: 20’s – 30’s) A youthful nun and an enthusiastic educator at the St. Nicholas School, Sister James embodies both innocence and an unwavering commitment to her faith. Her heart radiates warmth, drawing students to confide in her. Though her tender-hearted nature makes her easily swayed, life’s harsh realities compel her to confront difficult decisions. Her journey is one of balancing her innate kindness with the complexities of the world.
Mrs. Muller (Black or Black/Mixed, Female Presenting, Age Presenting: 30’s – 40’s) A composed, strict, working-class mother who is fiercely dedicated to her son, Donald. Caught in a heart-wrenching tug-of-war between ensuring her son’s current safety and not jeopardizing his educational prospects, she exemplifies the tenacity and complex sacrifices inherent in motherhood.
About the production team
Director: Sean A. Brosnahan
Scenic Designer: Sonya Drum
Sound Designer: Alex Thompson
Costume Designer: Elspeth McClanahan
About the auditions
Click here to sign up for an audition day!
All auditionees should arrive for the time slot they sign up for on the day they sign up for. Auditionees should prepare a 1-2 minute monologue.
Please fill out the following paperwork to bring with you to the auditions:
A callback list will be posted by noon on August 14, 2024 (Wednesday). All auditionees that are called back will be asked to read from provided sections of the script.
If you need specific accommodations to audition, please contact Executive Producer Michele Weathers at Michele@nullRaleighLittleTheatre.org to make your request. Examples of accommodations made in the past are: wheelchair accessible audition space, large print materials, prompters in the audition room, volunteers to help fill out forms, and auditions by appointment due to extenuating circumstances.
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