THE GROVE Submission - Staged Reading Auditions

STAGED READING GUIDELINES

THE GROVE – Photo / Resume Request

The Grove (NYC) Equity 29-Hour Staged Reading Guidelines; $100 stipend

Playwright: Mfoniso Udofia

Director: Daniel Horrigan

Casting Director: Axel Avin, Jr.

Dates: April 8th-11th

NYC auditions will be held Friday March 25th in by appointment only.

For consideration, email picture and resume to:
thegrovecasting@gmail.com

Seeking dynamic performers to play African/ African American roles in this new play by emerging playwright Mfoniso Udofia."The Grove" is a coming of age story, as we follow our central character, Adiagha, we see how she is torn between honoring her Nigerian family and it's deeply steeped traditions while at the same time fighting for her own voice and individuality. Alongside a compelling story"The Grove" combines Traditional Nigerian Song, Slam Poetry and Strong Vocal Rhythms to make a truly unique and exciting piece of theater.

Disciple Ufot:

Male, 55 years old, Nigerian. Must have a West African dialect. Tall, athletic build. He is intense and imposing. he is a very traditional Nigerian. Prone to aggressive, dramatic mood swings yet loves and values his family deeply.

Cosmos Essien:

Male, 60 years old, Nigerian. Must have a west African dialect. Fiery, witty, verbose a traditional leader.

Udom Udoh:

Male, 45 - 50 years old, Nigerian. Must have a West African dialect. Athletic build. He is Gregarious, fun loving, charming and enjoys engaging in a healthy debate.