The Alchemy Theatre to Hold Auditions For LYDIA By Octavio Solis
Performances will take place on October 17 - 26, 2025.
The Alchemy Theatre is now accepting submissions for Lydia, a searing and poetic drama by acclaimed Mexican-American playwright Octavio Solis. Directed by Michael Cooper, Lydia will be performed in-the-round at The Whisenhunt at Zach Theater in Austin from October 17 - 26, 2025.
Set in 1970s El Paso, Lydia explores themes of immigration, disability, identity, and family
secrets as a Mexican-American household welcomes a mysterious undocumented caretaker
into their lives-with explosive results. This intimate production will offer local actors the
opportunity to engage with complex roles in a culturally resonant and emotionally charged story.
Audition Details
- Submission Deadline: Saturday, August 10, 2025
- Callback Dates: Saturday & Sunday, August 23-24, 2025
- Rehearsals Begin: September 15, 2025 (evenings and weekends)
- Tech Week: October 10-16
- Performances: October 17 - 26 (8 performances over 2 weeks)
To Submit:
Please email the following to Michael Cooper, Director at: mcooper@thealchemytheatre.org
- Headshot (PDF)
- Resume (PDF)
- Role(s) you are interested in
- Valid contact information
Seeking Non-Equity Austin-Based Talent for the Following Roles:
- LYDIA - a mysterious undocumented maid with a powerful intuitive connection to Ceci
- CECI - a 17-year-old girl in a semi-vegetative state who expresses herself through poetic monologues
- MISHA - a sensitive and artistic teenage brother
- RENE - the older brother hiding guilt and struggling with his identity
- ROSA - the overwhelmed mother
- CLAUDIO - the brooding father
- ALVARO - a cousin and Vietnam veteran working for Border Patrol
Note: Lydia includes Spanish-language dialogue, Mexican-American cultural references, and mature themes including trauma, desire, and family dysfunction. Spanish fluency is a plus but not required for all roles. All roles are paid.
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