[Capdist-auditions] Auditions for A Raisin in the Sun

[brian at slca-ctp.org]

AUDITION ANNOUNCMENT
A Raisin in the Sun

By Lorraine Hansberry

Directed by Aaron Moore

 

AUDITION DATES: November 18th and 19th, 2024
SIGN IN: 6:30pm. Auditions begin at 7:00pm
AUDITION LOCATION: Sand Lake Center for the Arts. 2880 NY 43, Averill Park
NY 12018



Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.

All auditioners should bring a list of conflicts from November 24th-January
25th.


Production dates: January 31, February 1, 7, 8 @7:30pm. February 2 and 9
@2:30pm

Tech week: January 26-30 (No conflicts)

A Raisin in the Sun is a play by
<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lorraine_Hansberry> Lorraine Hansberry that
debuted on  <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Broadway_theatre> Broadway in
1959. <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Raisin_in_the_Sun#cite_note-1> [1]
The title comes from the poem "
<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harlem_(poem)> Harlem" (also known as "A
Dream Deferred"
<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Raisin_in_the_Sun#cite_note-2> [2]) by
<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Langston_Hughes> Langston Hughes. The story
tells of a black family's experiences in south
<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chicago> Chicago, as they attempt to improve
their financial circumstances with an insurance payout following the death
of the father, and deals with matters of
<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Housing_discrimination_in_the_United_States>
housing discrimination,  <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Racism> racism, and
<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cultural_assimilation> assimilation. Widely
considered one of the greatest and most influential works of all time. 

Available roles: 

Walter Younger: Sometimes called "Brother." Passionate, ambitious, and
bursting with the energy of his dreams, Walter Lee is a desperate man,
shackled by poverty and prejudice, and obsessed with a business idea that he
thinks will solve all of his economic and social problems. 

Ruth Younger: A "soft" personality type. Ruth is not aggressive; she just
lets life "happen" to her. She is the "worn-out wife" with a tedious,
routine lifestyle. Ruth has only simple dreams and would be content to live
out her life being moderately comfortable. 

Beneatha Younger: The most educated of the Youngers, she sometimes seems to
be obnoxious and self-centered; especially in the early scenes, she freely
verbalizes her views in a household that has difficulty understanding her
perspectives. She favors her African suitor over her rich boyfriend, much to
the puzzlement of her family.

Travis Younger: In spite of his manipulative nature, Travis is a likeable
child because, although he might be mischievous at times, he is always
mannerly. He seems sheltered and overprotected by the numerous adults in the
household, yet he is a "street kid," drawn to the life of his neighborhood. 

Lena Younger (Mama): A proud woman, Lena does not have much material wealth,
but she walks tall, exudes dignity, and carries herself, with the "noble
bearing of the women of the Heroes of Southwest Africa [a pastoral people.
She lives vicariously through her children, for even her dream of having a
house is motivated only by her desire to make living conditions better for
her family. 

George Murchison: George is pedantic - an academic show-off - constantly
making literary allusions even when he knows that this information is lost
upon his audience.

Joseph Asagai: An African student, courting the attentions of Beneatha. In
trying to win her affections, he is persistent but never overbearing. He
flatters her with gifts.

Karl Lindner: Comes off extremely shy and timid, none threatening or
abrasive or loud. He is polite and mannerly even though everything he says
is insulting to the Youngers. (Caucasian)

Mrs. Johnson: Comic relief. She is a flat caricature of the nosy, jealous
neighbor

Bobo:  Somewhat dimwitted, but he is basically honest and appears to be a
loyal friend.

Moving Men: None speaking roles, but memorable pieces of the story.

Production director: Aaron Moore aaronmoore841 at yahoo.com
<mailto:aaronmoore841 at yahoo.com>  
(Please reach out to Aaron with any questions) 
SLCA-CTP can be reached at 518-674-2007

 

Brian Sheldon

Executive Director



 

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