A Doll's HouseDirected by: Michael Hovance
Nora appears to have a picture of a perfect life, with a doting husband, loving children and a beautiful home. But she has lied to save her husband's life, and when that lie is revealed, his sole concern is about what scandal will bring upon their household. It doesn’t take long for the cracks to appear in Nora’s world. Blackmail, lies and love triangles combine to explode the Helmer household.
When A Doll’s House premiered in 1879, it caused a sensation and sparked international controversy. Widely regarded as a revolutionary work in European theatre, it is often considered the first ‘modern’ feminist play, boldly suggesting that women deserve roles beyond the confines of marriage. Over a century later, A Doll’s House remains strikingly relevant.”
AUDITIONS:
In person auditions: 7/1: 2 PM - 6:00 and 7/6: 5 PM- 9 PM.
Self tapes: Due 7/7 PM please email them to Richard at richard@theplayfulstage.com
To book an audition please email Richard at richard@theplayfulstage.com and Holly at Hollyleveque@gmail.com.
Sides will be provided once the audition has been scheduled.
PERFORMANCES: 8/29, 8/30, 8/31, 9/6, 9/7, 9/12, 9/13 and 9/14.
CASTING BREAKDOWN:
Nora Helmer – 25-40. Female presenting. Any Ethnicity.
A seemingly frivolous and naïve housewife who undergoes a powerful journey of self-realization and independence.
Torvald Helmer – 35-50s. Male presenting. Any Ethnicity.
Nora’s husband. A respected lawyer who prides himself on morality and control, but is patronizing and blind to his wife’s inner world.
Doctor Rank – 35-50s. Male presenting. Any Ethnicity.
A close family friend, terminally ill. Introspective, intelligent, and secretly in love with Nora.
Kristine Linde – 30-40. Female presenting. Any Ethnicity.
Nora’s old friend. Practical, self-sufficient, and honest. Has a past history with Krogstad.
Nils Krogstad – 30-50s. Male presenting. Any Ethnicity.
A bank employee in danger of losing his job. Desperate and morally ambiguous, but not without redemptive qualities.
Anne-Marie – 55-65. Female presenting. Any Ethnicity.
Nora’s former nanny who takes care of the children. A mother-like figure to Nora who gave up her own daughter out of economic necessity.
*Please note LBSC is a non paying and not equity theater. *
Nora appears to have a picture of a perfect life, with a doting husband, loving children and a beautiful home. But she has lied to save her husband's life, and when that lie is revealed, his sole concern is about what scandal will bring upon their household. It doesn’t take long for the cracks to appear in Nora’s world. Blackmail, lies and love triangles combine to explode the Helmer household.
When A Doll’s House premiered in 1879, it caused a sensation and sparked international controversy. Widely regarded as a revolutionary work in European theatre, it is often considered the first ‘modern’ feminist play, boldly suggesting that women deserve roles beyond the confines of marriage. Over a century later, A Doll’s House remains strikingly relevant.”
AUDITIONS:
In person auditions: 7/1: 2 PM - 6:00 and 7/6: 5 PM- 9 PM.
Self tapes: Due 7/7 PM please email them to Richard at richard@theplayfulstage.com
To book an audition please email Richard at richard@theplayfulstage.com and Holly at Hollyleveque@gmail.com.
Sides will be provided once the audition has been scheduled.
Nora Helmer – 25-40. Female presenting. Any Ethnicity.
A seemingly frivolous and naïve housewife who undergoes a powerful journey of self-realization and independence.
Torvald Helmer – 35-50s. Male presenting. Any Ethnicity.
Nora’s husband. A respected lawyer who prides himself on morality and control, but is patronizing and blind to his wife’s inner world.
Doctor Rank – 35-50s. Male presenting. Any Ethnicity.
A close family friend, terminally ill. Introspective, intelligent, and secretly in love with Nora.
Kristine Linde – 30-40. Female presenting. Any Ethnicity.
Nora’s old friend. Practical, self-sufficient, and honest. Has a past history with Krogstad.
Nils Krogstad – 30-50s. Male presenting. Any Ethnicity.
A bank employee in danger of losing his job. Desperate and morally ambiguous, but not without redemptive qualities.
Anne-Marie – 55-65. Female presenting. Any Ethnicity.
Nora’s former nanny who takes care of the children. A mother-like figure to Nora who gave up her own daughter out of economic necessity.