[Capdist-auditions] Immediate casting "Movers and Shakers" in Glens Falls

[Barbara Miner]

Actors needed for a new historical play based upon the life of Eunice
Chapman. This play is currently a work in progress and changes may be made
during the rehearsal process.

The story:  In the early 19th century, Eunice Chapman’s children had been
taken away from her by her husband, James. At a time when American women
had neither property rights nor civil rights, Eunice was a revolutionary
force in her steadfast efforts to reclaim her children.  She eventually
went on to obtain the first legislative divorce in New York State history.



Rehearsals starting July 10th, 4 nights per week.  Performances on August
11th and 12th at the Park Theater in Glens Falls.  Available roles:

James Chapman:  Age 21 to 45.  Abusive, alcoholic husband of Eunice.

Catherine Bonnel:  18+.  Has an almost identical experience to Eunice in
having her children stolen.  Also narrates the story.

Sister#1/Mrs. Coopers:  18+.  Shaker sister/Mrs. Coopers supports Eunice
through the lowest point in her life.

Elder Hannah/Mrs. Geddis:  18+.  Elder Hannah is a leader in the Shaker
community, unsympathetic to Eunice and Catherine.  Mrs. Geddis is a witness
in the trial in support of Eunice.

Committee Man/Sheriff Moses Johnson:  18+.  Trial coordinator and law
enforcement agent.

Sally:  18+ Eunice’s sister.

Deric Veeder:  18+.  Escaped from the Shaker community.  Witness at
Eunice’s trial.

Mother Lucy:  18+.  Shaker community leader.  Allows children to be taken
from “outsider” mothers.

George:  8 to 13 years of age, then 18+ by end of play.  Son of Eunice and
James.

Susan:  8 to 13 years of age, then 18+ by end of play.  Daughter of Eunice
and James.  Also doubles as boy #2.

Julia:  7 to 10 years of age, then 15 by the end of play.  Daughter of
Eunice and James.    Also doubles as boy #1.

Elder Seth:  35+.  Shaker leader.  Supports and defends James.

Brother #1:  18+  Shaker community member.  Right hand man of Elder Seth.

Those interested should send a video submission of a dramatic monologue to
Grace at hervoicetheatre at gmail.com
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