EXPIRES: August 11, 2025

“In Praise of Sparrows” Stage Play Looking for Cast

Theater
Description

Auditions for production “In Praise of Sparrows”. Seeking cast. Please see the breakdown below.

About the project:
Synopsis: The past can haunt us in ways that are hard to overcome. This is the case for two women, whose paths cross at a pivotal chapter for both. This vivid, emotionally charged work takes the audience through a stunning tragedy, a gripping mystery–and a powerful resolution that will stay with you… “In Praise of Sparrows” shows that there is light to be found, even after decades of darkness.
Audiences will be part of the world premiere of this work.
Show Rating: PG-13 Death, Child Death, Suicide, Gunfire.

Additional info:
WHO CAN AUDITION:
29 speaking parts available for a diverse cast.
Some speaking parts for young actors with majority of roles for adult actors.
Seeking senior actors for significant roles.
Seeking culturally diverse actors.
Please note that there are some mature themes in the play.
Those auditioning will take part in readings from the script, and everyone will be given time to read and practice. No experience is required for auditions.
HOW TO PREPARE: Review the performance and rehearsal details below, and ensure you are available for the dates listed. Audition will consist of readings from the script in a collaborative environment.
VIRTUAL AUDITIONS: see the attachment.
AUDITION FORMS & WAIVERS: Printed audition forms and waivers will need to be filled out upon arrival at auditions. You can review participation waiver in advance: see the attachment. A waiver must be signed by each actor auditioning in person and every cast member.
PARTICIPATION FEE: There is no cost to participate in this production.
CASTING AND REHEARSALS: The cast list will be released on the Theatre website and social media pages on Tuesday, August 11th, 2025. Cast Orientation and Script Pickup will be Sunday August 17th from 4:30PM – 6:30PM. Rehearsals begin Monday, August 18th. Rehearsals vary by role (1-4 nights per week). All cast must attend every night during the final week.
SHOW DATES:
Friday, October 3rd, 2025 – 7:30 PM
Saturday, October 4th, 2025 – 7:30 PM
Sunday, October 5th, 2025 – 2:30 PM

If you are interested, please apply.

24 Project roles
Elderly Lydia
56
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56.
Age 100. Born to German immigrants. Bed-bound hospice patient’s past life haunts her in her final days. Restless. Suspicious. But ultimately warms to her caregiver. Has lines in the final act.
Application deadline closed.
Dr. Elizabeth Barrett
30
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39.
Pragmatic on the outside, haunted on the inside by her sister’s death and her father’s coldness.
Application deadline closed.
Dr. Tejbir Anantha
30
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49.
Southeast Asian. The calm and encouraging voice of the play. The guiding, sensitive light.
Application deadline closed.
Heinrich
30
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39.
German father, optimist, kind, a sort of conflict mediator. The Keller Family.
Application deadline closed.
Christine
30
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39.
German mother. Stern. Tense. Tends to feel slighted and insecure. The Keller Family.
Application deadline closed.
Bertha
18
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20.
17. Great beauty. Spunky. The Keller Family.
Application deadline closed.
Joseph
18
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22.
18. Sensitive, lovesick older teenage boy. The Danzer Family.
Application deadline closed.
Constable Vehling
40
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69.
Wise voice of law and order. The Law.
Application deadline closed.
Becker
20
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39.
Constable’s right-hand man. Large, brutish. The Law.
Application deadline closed.
Headmistress Schmitt
40
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69.
Busybody. Gossip. The Town Players.
Application deadline closed.
Deacon Daniels
30
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49.
Kindhearted churchman. The Town Players.
Application deadline closed.
Julius Zimmer
26
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34.
Nerdy, formal, stiff. The Town Players.
Application deadline closed.
Mr. Zimmer
50
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69.
Boastful, loud. The Town Players.
Application deadline closed.
Townsman One
18
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56.
The Town Players.
Application deadline closed.
Townsman Two
18
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56.
The Town Players.
Application deadline closed.
Fred
56
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56.
Elderly. Funny. Frail but energized. Hospice Players.
Application deadline closed.
Dominic
20
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29.
Medical assistant. Funny. Hospice Players.
Application deadline closed.
Elderly Alvina
56
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56.
Stage age 90-100. Uses a walker. Hospice Players.
Application deadline closed.
Father
18
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56.
Does not speak, is just present in the graveyard scene. Elizabeth’s Family.
Application deadline closed.
Laurel/Mother
18
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56.
Does not speak. She and Ellie appear next to Elizabeth. Elizabeth’s Family.
Application deadline closed.
Rabble Rousers
18
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56.
Wedding scene–can be townsman one and two. Ensemble Players.
Application deadline closed.
Wedding Guests (10-20)
18
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56.
Ensemble Players.
Application deadline closed.
Medical Panel
18
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56.
Seated (about ten). Ensemble Players.
Application deadline closed.
Reunion Players
18
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56.
As many as possible. Fred, Elderly Alvina, etc. Ensemble Players.
Application deadline closed.