Flagler Playhouse announces auditions for Neil Simon's 'Rumors'

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Do you have what it takes to be on the Flagler Playhouse stage?

The play, Neil Simon's "Rumors," is a farce set in a residential area of New York. Ken and Chris Gorman arrive at the home of their friend Charley Brock, deputy mayor, and his wife Myra for their 10th anniversary party. However, the house is sealed shut, Myra and the servants are nowhere to be seen, and Charley has apparently tried to shoot himself. As the other guests arrive, Ken and Chris have to maintain the charade while taking care of Charley, who has passed out in his upstairs bedroom. It all comes to a head when the police arrive.

Audition dates are 1 p.m. Saturday, July 17, and 1 p.m. Sunday, July 18, in the back lounge of the theater. Signs will be posted. Casting five women and five men, all ages (20+), races, genders, shapes, and sizes. You will be asked to read from the script (no need to memorize). Scripts will be available at the auditions.

The play will have nine performances: Sept. 16-19, 22-26.

Please wear a mask as you enter and when cannot properly social distance (mask will not be worn for production or during actual audition). Doors open 30 minutes early. Plan to arrive early to fill out an audition form. Headshots and resumes are not required, but always appreciated. Please bring your calendar and provide a complete list of your conflicts through Sept. 26. Individuals with too many conflicts may not be considered for a part.

Any questions, please email Bob Pritchard at [email protected].