Eclipse Theatre Company is holding open auditions for "The Tin Woman" by Sean Grennan and director to be announced. Auditions take place on Friday, November 19, 2021 from 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Saturday, November 20, 2021 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM. Call Backs (if needed) will be held on Sunday, November 21, 2021 from 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM. The show runs February 25, 2022 through March 12, 2022 at 7:30 PM on Fridays and Saturdays and 2:00 PM on Sundays
Complete this form prior to your audition. If you are unavailable on these dates, but are interested in auditioning, contact us at
info@eclipsecolumbus.com.
Please note:
o If you have a resume and/or head shot, email them to
info@eclipsecolumbus.como Auditions will consist of a 2-3 minute monologue or combination of monologues in any style.
o Auditions are located at Eclipse Theatre Company; 915 Schrock Road, 43229
Note: Eclipse Theatre Company is requiring that all members of our productions, including, but not limited to directors, designers, cast, and crew, must provide proof of vaccination. Without this, individuals will not be permitted to participate.
About the play:
Instead of relishing life after her heart transplant, Joy enters a downward spiral, unsure whether she truly deserves a second chance. Meanwhile, Alice and Hank mourn the loss of their son, Jack, whose heart was used to save Joy. At a friend's urging, Joy tracks down Jack's family to find closure. But are Alice, Hank, and their daughter Sammy ready to accept Jack's death? Based on a true story, The Tin Woman uses humor and pathos to explore loss, family, and what it means to be given new life. (Courtesy Playscripts)
Characters:
JOY - mid-20s to late 30s, a freelance graphic artist. At the outset, Joy has received a life-saving heart transplant but if conflicted about what to do now. Smart, sometimes acerbic, attractive but rudderless with her new lease on life.
HANK - early 60s. He is nearing retirement as head of a small building supplies company. Husband to Alice and father to Sammy and the now-deceased heart donor, Jack. Hank is pushing forward, trying very hard not to wallow in or even barely acknowledge his grief and guilt. He can be snappish, abrupt and lately has been drinking more than he ought. He believes he's handling things just fine.
JACK - 36, an accountant with aspirations of being a professional photographer. He dresses fashionably, hipster-ish. Jack is dead at the outset but nonetheless appears throughout the show. He's not a ghost exactly, more of a memory that lingers.
ALICE - early 60s, mother to the deceased Jack and to Sammy. She's a solid, loving, enduring presence. She knows her husband and is aware of what he's going through. She accepts his scorn until she doesn't anymore. A big heart that is dealing with its own pain while trying to hold the family together and do the right thing.
SAMMY - 20s-30s, a pre-school teacher and Jack's younger sister. She's somewhat "new agey" but with an enormous heart. She really wants to help in any way she can. She writes a blog where she might over-share her life, to Hank's consternation. She can give in too easily to her emotions but of everyone, she is the most in touch with them.
NURSE - 30s-60s. Nurse is very competent if a bit annoying in her approach. She's by the book in all things but, probably because she is so busy, can sometimes condescend. A functionary but a positive person with a small religious streak.
DARLA - mid-20s to late 30s. Darla is somewhat flamboyant, artsy, very caring for Joy. A singular soul in habit and dress. She worries about and wants the best for her friend.
