Auditions September 10 & 12, 2024 for
A Moon for the Misbegotten by Eugene O’Neill
Schenectady Civic Players will be holding open auditions for
A MOON FOR THE MISBEGOTTEN
by Eugene O’Neill
Directed by Evan Jones
Auditions:
Tuesday, September 10 & Thursday, September 12
Sign-ups begin at 7:15 pm, auditions begin at 7:30 pm
Location:
Schenectady Civic Players is located at 12 S. Church St, Schenectady, NY, 12305.
Performances Dates:
November 15 – 17 & 20 – 24, 2024
Friday / Saturday at 8:00 pm, Sunday at 2:30 pm, Wednesday/Thursday at 7:30 pm
Rehearsals:
There will be 3-4 rehearsals per week, days/times depending on cast availability.
Please bring lists of conflicts to auditions.
Synopsis:
“A Moon for the Misbegotten” by Eugene O’Neill is a poignant drama set in rural Connecticut in 1923. The play centers around Josie Hogan, a strong and earthy woman, and her complex relationship with James Tyrone Jr., a charismatic but troubled alcoholic haunted by his past. Over the course of a fateful night, the two characters confront their deepest fears and vulnerabilities. Josie attempts to offer Jamie solace and redemption, while grappling with her own longing for love and acceptance. The play delves into themes of guilt, forgiveness, and the search for human connection amidst personal struggles.
Available Roles:
Josie Hogan (30’s-ish)
Josie is a strong, earthy woman, and fiercely protective of her family. Beneath her tough exterior, she yearns for love and acceptance, displaying both vulnerability and sharp wit. Her relationship with James Tyrone Jr. is marked by deep affection and complexity.
James Tyrone Jr. (30’s-40’s)
Jamie is a charismatic but troubled alcoholic haunted by his past. He struggles with guilt and regret, seeking redemption and self-forgiveness. His bond with Josie is a mix of tenderness and conflict.
Phil Hogan (60’s)
Phil, Josie’s cunning and manipulative father, is an Irish immigrant and tenant farmer. Though rough and abrasive, he deeply loves and protects Josie, often using humor and resilience to cope with adversity.
T. Stedman Harder (20’s-40’s)
Harder is a wealthy, arrogant neighbor and the Hogans’ landlord, often at odds with them. He symbolizes the oppressive forces of wealth and power, frequently clashing with Phil and Josie.
Mike Hogan (20’s)
Mike, Josie’s younger brother, is eager to escape the farm and his father’s control. Naive and longing for independence, he represents the desire to break free from familial constraints.
NOTE: T. Steadman Harder and Mike Hogan may be double cast
Please email the director with questions: Evan Jones at epjones1234@gmail.com.
Schenectady Civic Players promotes inclusive casting, and encourages individuals, regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, or disability, to participate in the audition process.