Greetings,
Thank you for your interest in auditioning for a Southside Theatre Guild production!
Whether you've auditioned with us before or this is your first time, we are thrilled to have you join us. Southside Theatre Guild has been a part of the community for 52 years, and our success is built on welcoming new people, new talent, and new voices like yours.
Audition Details
Dates: August 5 and 6
Sign-In: 6:30 p.m.
Auditions Begin: 7 p.m.
Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script or "warm" readings if you've seen the sides, which are available on our blog: http://miserystg.blogspot.com.
About the Play
Misery follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash by his "number one fan," Annie Wilkes, and wakes up captive in her secluded home. As Paul convalesces, Annie reads his latest book and becomes enraged when she discovers he has killed off her favorite character, Misery Chastain. Annie forces Paul to write a new Misery novel, and he quickly realizes Annie has no intention of letting him go. The irate Annie has Paul writing as if his life depends on it—and it does.
Important Information
All roles are non-paid. If you are a member of a union, please ensure that your potential participation complies with union guidelines.
No roles have been precast.
Diversity. We encourage diversity, and unless specified, roles are open to all races and ethnicities.
Character Breakdown and Sides. Available on our blog to help you prepare.
Schedule. Our auditorium seats up to 206 audience members, and shows run for two weekends, Thursday through Sunday, with an invited guest night the Tuesday before opening. The first Saturday includes a matinee.
Attendance. Attendance is crucial, so please communicate your availability and any conflicts upfront.
Preparing for Auditions
We understand that auditioning can be overwhelming, even for seasoned performers. To ease the process, we've compiled information on the play, characters, and audition requirements on our blog. Please read over the character list, director's comments (if any), and any specific requirements for this production.
Audition Form: Please fill out and submit your audition form. (https://bit.ly/STGMiseryAudForm)
Research: Familiarize yourself with the play and characters to determine which roles you'd like to audition for.
Encouragement
We always have more people audition than we have roles available, and many factors influence casting decisions. If you aren't cast this time, we encourage you to audition for future productions. Every audition is a valuable experience and an opportunity to grow.
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further information. We are here to support you throughout the audition process and beyond.
SHOW WARNING
Please be aware that this production contains stage violence and gore, a simulated gunshot, strobing light effects, and strong language.
MISERY is presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc., New York.
We look forward to seeing you on stage. Break a leg!
Best regards,
Jared Wright
Director, Misery
Southside Theatre Guild
