Piedmont Players Theatre (PPT) announces auditions for the Mainstage production of the musical comedyCompany
Book by George Furth
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Auditions: February 27 & 28 | 7pm at The Meroney Theater
Performances: April 19-22 & 25-28, 2012
The clashing sounds and pulsing rhythms of New York City underscore this landmark "concept" show, considered by many to have inaugurated the modern era of musical theatre. Company follows five married, once married, or soon to be married couples and their mutual friend, Robert, a 30-something bachelor who has been unable to connect in a long-term relationship. In vignette after hilarious vignette, we are introduced to "those good and crazy people," his married friends, as Robert weighs the pros and cons of married life. The relationships are presented so that we see the less than ideal aspects of commitment. However, it is obvious that the committed are happy. Eventually, Bobby learns that while relationships aren't perfect, they are a necessary part of "Being Alive."
Available roles are listed below.
Robert - The central character; his 35th birthday brings the group together
Sarah - Learning karate and has issues with food and dieting.
Harry - Friendly and affable, but with a drinking problem.
Susan - A gracious Southern belle who suffers from fainting spells
Peter - Formerly Ivy League, possibly gay.
Jenny - Sweet, but a bit square
David - Chic and a bit controlling.
Amy - Neurotic, gets cold feet on her wedding day
Paul - Amy's fiancé, Jewish, who has learned how to put up with her manic spells.
Joanne - Cynical and very acerbic. Only drinks with Robert.
Larry - Joanne's third husband. Sweet and understanding.
April - A naive flight attendant. Self-described as "dumb"
Marta - Hip and vulgar. Loves New York.
Kathy - A small town girl, Robert's long-time on-off girlfriend.
Piedmont Players Theatre Inc.
213 S. Main St
Salisbury, NC 28144
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