A RAISIN IN THE SUN - Evening Star Productions Non Equity Auditions

BENEATHA YOUNGER: Looking for an African American Woman in her early to mid 20’s to play a

woman in her early 20’s. She represents the thoughts of a future generation. She opens her mouth, and

speaks her opinion proudly and unapologetically. It does not matter if others agree or not. She is beautiful

Most importantly,she is a feminist before the word was created. This is the character that is also the

closest representation to Ms. Hansberry.


JOSEPH ASAGAI: Looking for an African American Man in his mid 20’s to early 30’s to play this role.

He is one of Beneatha’s suitors. He is Tall, Dark, Handsome and “other worldy” (he comes from

Africa). He challenges Beneatha on her thoughts, and opinions, and the way that she sees the world in

general. It is never mean or sarcastic, but always stimulating and inviting. He is a respectful young man

who wants to make a difference in the world somehow.


For more information, please visit www.eveningstarpro.com, and click on the"job listings" tab at the top. Look for the .pdf file under the heading"for the actor/actress and follow the directions.