Book by Enda Walsh, Music & Lyrics by Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova

September 4, 2025-October 19, 2025
First Rehearsal 8/11/25

Directed by James Warwick

Once is an intimate, actor-musician musical centered on the connection between a Dublin street musician and a Czech pianist. All actors must sing, act, and play instruments live on stage, often while in motion or mid-scene. The show requires nuanced emotional storytelling, musical sensitivity, and proficiency with Irish and Czech dialects. Precision, focus, and deep ensemble collaboration are essential.

• Girl: (Feminine Presenting, 25-40) Direct, intelligent, no nonsense, and witty. Should have something ‘other’ about her. Has had to work hard at life but doesn’t think she deserves any sympathy. Must play the piano and sing extremely well. Must have a strong Czech (Eastern European) accent. (Mezzo-Soprano)

• Guy: (Masculine Presenting, 25-40) A struggling Irish musician. Lost and a bit sad, but extremely appealing. Works with his Da in a vacuum repair shop. Must sing and play guitar extremely well. Must have a strong Irish accent. (Baritone)

• Billy: (Masculine Presenting, 30-49) A large Irish man. Owner of the music store where Girl plays piano. Loud, funny and protective of Girl but also has a vulnerability. Must sing and traditionally plays guitar* well. Must have a strong Irish accent. (Baritone)

• Reza: (Feminine Presenting, 25-29) A sexy, funny, smart Czech girl. Often a bit larger then life. Must sing and traditionally plays  violin/fiddle*. Must have a strong Czech (Eastern European) accent. (Soprano)

• Baruska: (Feminine Presenting, 45+)Mother of Girl. A cool but caring Czech mother who likes a full house and full stomachs. Doesn’t possess many inhibitions. Must sing and traditionally plays the accordion/piano* well. Must have a strong Czech (Eastern European) accent. (Alto)

• Bank Manager: (Any gender identity, 30-49) Vocal type open. Seems quite prim and proper but has a secret passion for music. Must sing and traditionally plays guitar* and cello* well. Must have a strong Irish (Cork) accent. (Vocal Type Open)

• Da: (Masculine Presenting, 50+) Guy’s dad. A man of few words, but a lovely and caring father. Must play guitar*, ukulele/ mandolin* well. Must have a strong Irish accent. (Vocal Type Open)

• Svec: (Masculine Presenting, 20-39) A real odd ball. Loves television and coffee. Traditionally plays guitar* and drum kit* extremely well. Must have a strong Czech (Eastern European) accent. (Baritone)

• Andrej: (Masculine Presenting, 20-29) Earnest and kind. It works well if he has a slight build, made slighter by his oversized interview suit. An employee at a fast food chain, but has big dreams. Traditionally plays guitar* and bass guitar* extremely well. Must have a strong Czech (Eastern European) accent. (Baritone)

• Eamon: (Masculine Presenting, 20-49) The music studio manager where Guy and Girl record their album. A tough nut to crack but eventually gives into the musicians’ talents. Must sing and traditionally plays guitar* (and piano*) well. Must have a strong Irish accent. (Baritone)

• Emcee: (Masculine Presenting, 20-49) The emcee at a bar. A good-natured ball buster. Must sing and traditionally plays guitar* (and piano*) extremely well. Must have a strong Irish accent. (Baritone)

• Ex-Girlfriend: (Feminine Presenting, 20-39) Guy’s ex-girlfriend who now lives in New York. Kind, lovely and likeable. Traditionally plays violin* extremely well. Must have a strong Irish accent. (Mezzo-Soprano)

• Ivanka: Ivanka is Girl’s young daughter. She does not play an instrument and is usually played by a child actor. 

*Please Note: All cast members play an instrument in the show. “Girl” must play the piano and “Guy” must play the guitar, but other characters may not be set in stone. Instruments required for the show are: Guitar, Piano, Mandolin, Ukelele, Banjo, Violin, Cello, Accordion, Bass Guitar, Drums, Cajon. All auditioners must play an instrument during their appointment.

by Robert Harling

October 23, 2025-November 30, 2025
First Rehearsal 10/6/25

Directed by Sue Dziura

Set in a small-town Louisiana beauty salon, Steel Magnolias is a character-driven ensemble piece that blends sharp comedy with deep emotional resonance. The play centers on six strong Southern women whose friendships help them navigate life’s joys and sorrows. Each role requires strong comedic timing, emotional depth, and the ability to deliver both intimate, heartfelt moments and fast-paced dialogue.

All actors should be comfortable working in or developing a believable Southern American dialect.

Roles:

• Truvy Jones (feminine-presenting, 40s–50s)
  Warm, outgoing, and quick-witted. Owns the beauty salon where the story unfolds. Truvy is the glue that holds the group together and brings a lively energy to every scene. Requires strong comedic timing and warmth.

• Annelle Dupuy-Desoto (feminine-presenting, early 20s)
  Shy, anxious, and awkward at first, Annelle undergoes a major transformation over the course of the play. She finds her confidence and deepens her faith. A great role for an actor who can show clear character growth.

• Clairee Belcher (feminine-presenting, 60s–70s)
  The former mayor’s widow. Elegant, dry, and mischievous with a sharp sense of humor. Clairee is a master of the well-placed quip but also shows depth and generosity. Strong comedic delivery and subtle emotional grounding required.

• Shelby Eatenton-Latcherie (feminine-presenting, 20s)
  Spirited and strong-willed, Shelby faces major life decisions while managing a serious medical condition. A demanding role requiring charm, emotional nuance, and vulnerability.

• M’Lynn Eatenton (feminine-presenting, 40s–50s) Shelby’s mother. Intelligent, strong, and deeply protective. M’Lynn provides emotional weight to the play, especially in the later scenes. Requires a skilled actor with emotional control and depth.

• Ouiser Boudreaux (feminine-presenting, 60s–70s)
  Tough, eccentric, and blunt. Ouiser has a gruff exterior but a hidden heart of gold. A comedic powerhouse role that also needs truth and texture beneath the laughs.

by Steven Canny & John Nicholson

January 8, 2026-February 15, 2026
First Rehearsal 12/22/25

Director TBD

A fast-paced, hilarious adaptation of the classic Sherlock Holmes mystery. The Hound of the Baskervilles reimagined by Peepolykus is a madcap comedic take on the gothic tale, featuring three actors playing dozens of roles. This high-energy comedy demands strong physicality, sharp timing, quick changes, and precise character differentiation.

Roles:

• Javier / Holmes: (30-50) Esteemed actor. Miscast as Holmes, but determined to be the iconic detective. His fiery temper bleeds through to the other characters he plays. Hot-headed & ridiculously passionate about this evening's performance. His ego is easily bruised & intrudes upon his professionalism at times.

• Jason / Sir Henry: (25-40) British. Master of disguises; perhaps the most consummate actor of this small troupe. Fearless & agile. Nothing can stand in the way of his getting through this play. Has a light, cheery, wonderfully inventive energy born of 1000s of unappreciated performances.

• John / Watson: (40s) British. Slightly vain. A bit battered by his career in the theatre. Not quite as bright as his colleagues. The lines between acting & surviving the play are not always clear to him. Believes he is the lead.

by Ken Ludwig

February 26, 2026-April 5, 2026
First Rehearsal 2/9/26

Director TBD

In this heartfelt two-person play, a World War II-era romance unfolds through a series of letters between Army Captain Jack Ludwig and aspiring actress Louise Rabiner. Dear Jack, Dear Louise requires actors with strong emotional range, clear comic instincts, and the ability to sustain audience connection through solo-style performance. Precision in timing, tonal shifts, and character development is essential, as both roles carry the full arc of the story.

Roles:

• Jack Ludwig: (Masculine presenting, 30ish) Reserved, shy, small-town gentleman. Jack is a dutiful Army physician during World War II.

• Louise Rabiner: (Feminine presenting, early to mid-20s) Outgoing, energetic, and not afraid to say what's on her mind. Louise is an aspiring dancer and actress living in New York City during WWII. Looking for strong comedic skills.

Book, Music & Lyrics by IRENE SANKOFF & DAVID HEIN

April 16, 2026-May 31, 2026
First Rehearsal 3/23/26

Directed and Choreographed by Russell Garrett

Come From Away is a high-energy, ensemble-based musical telling the true story of 7,000 airline passengers stranded in Newfoundland on 9/11. All performers play multiple roles, requiring strong vocal ability, emotional range, dialect work, and fluid character transitions. The show demands stamina, precise timing, and a deep sense of ensemble storytelling—every actor is onstage almost the entire time, driving the momentum, music, and heart of the piece together.

Roles:

• Bonnie: (Feminine presenting, 30-40) A no-nonsense mother of three, Bonnie is the head of the Gander area SPCA. When she discovers animals are trapped on the planes, she stops at nothing to ensure their safety - but in frustration, she often lashes out at those around her. (Vocal range top: B4)

• Beulah: (Feminine Presenting, 40-60) The head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son, who walks Hannah to her church and prays with her. (Vocal range: Mezzo with belt up to D)

• Janice: (Feminine Presenting, 20-30) An eager new local TV reporter, Janice is thrown into the deep end on her first day. Initially naïve about the world, Janice must face the pain and confusion around her. (Vocal range top: E5)

• Beverly/Annette: (Feminine Presenting, 40-60) BEVERLY: The first female captain for American Airlines Pilot, Beverly Bass has always loved flying, when her world suddenly changes. ANNETTE: A local teacher and librarian at the Gander Academy and a mother. A practical woman who, on occasion, has been known to drift off into a daydream. (Vocal range top: C#5)

• Diane: (Feminine Presenting, 40-60) A traditional divorcee from Texas, who is terrified that her son may have been flying at the time of the attacks. When she finds out that he's safe, she's given a new lease on life and discovers a wilder more carefree side of herself. (Vocal range bottom: D5)

• Hannah: (Feminine Presenting, Black, 40-60) The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan, Hannah waits for news about her son and is comforted by Beulah. (Vocal range top: E5. Contemporary Soprano)

• Claude: (Masculine Presenting,40-60) The gregarious and well-liked Mayor of Gander, Newfoundland, Claude loves his work, the townspeople and his daily traditions, but he's never had to deal with a crisis of this magnitude before. (Vocal range top: G4) 

• Oz: (Masculine Presenting, 30-50) The quirky constable in the two-person Gander police force. When the town's population suddenly doubles, Oz helps out in unexpected ways.( Vocal range top: G4)

• Nick/Doug: (Masculine Presenting,40-60) NICK: An English oil engineer who is focused on his work, Nick's life is turned upside down when he falls for Diane. DOUG: An Air Traffic Controller, married to Bonnie, who tries to help his wife and the animals. (Vocal range top: E4)

• Kevin T/Garth: (Masculine Presenting, 30-40) KEVIN T: The head of an environmental energy company in Los Angeles, Kevin was on vacation with his boyfriend (and secretary, also named Kevin), when they are stranded in Gander. Inspired by the town's generosity, Kevin creates the Pay It Forward Foundation. GARTH: The head of the local union, representing the Bus Drivers. (Vocal range top: G4)

• Kevin J/Ali: (Masculine Presenting, Middle Eastern, 25-40) KEVIN J: Kevin's T’s boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, he is eager to leave as soon as possible. The events of September 11 make him reassess his life and his future. ALI: A Middle Eastern chef who works for an international hotel chain. He is misunderstood at times and the subject of discrimination, but despite adversity, he shows resilience and kindness. (Vocal range: B2-G4)

• Bob/Muhumuza: (Masculine Presenting, Black, 20-35) BOB: A hardened New Yorker, Bob is suspicious of where he's landed, fearing that it's World War 3, that someone is going to shoot him and steal his wallet - but instead, he ends up losing his New York jadedness. MUHUMUZA: A husband and a father. He is a protective man who, like his family, is rattled by the events of September 11 and is frightened that they are all being taken to a military compound. (Vocal Range: B2-F#4)