Villagers Theater will hold auditions for "8" by Dustin Black from 7 to 9 p.m. April 18, to be performed as a staged reading with script in hands. Many of the roles will be precast.
Uncover the truth about marriage for gay and lesbian Americans. “8,″ a new play about marriage equality, chronicles the landmark trial of Perry v. Schwarzenegger. The show re-enacts the California federal trial that started to make the case for legalizing same-sex marriage. This case recently made it to the U.S. Supreme Court on March 26.
"8" provides the historical context of marriage from expert testimony, showing the human cost of discrimination and uncovering the arguments used to justify bans on marriage for same-sex couples. Using the actual court transcripts from the landmark federal trial of California’s Proposition 8 and first-hand interviews, “8″ shows both sides of the debate in a moving 90-minute play.
Rehearsals will be held between May 6 and May 16. Potential cast members should be available during this time. Performances will be at 8 p.m. May 17 and May 18 and at 2 p.m. May 19. Talkback with cast, director and special guests will be held after each performance.
Available roles are listed at the Villagers Theater website, updated daily. Those who audition will be asked to read a portion of the script. Please bring your resumé and a picture. Any conflicts must be noted on the application.
All tickets cost $15. No group rates or discounts are available. A portion of the proceeds will go to benefit the American Foundation for Equal Rights.
If you cannot make the audition, but want to be involved, contact the director at casting@trianglecircleplayers.org. Tickets are available online.
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