AUDITIONS
The Rainmaker
by N. Richard Nash
directed by Jay Thompson
Auditions
April 8 & 9
Performances
May 30 - June 15
Sunday Matinee June 9 at 2pm
At the time of a paralyzing drought in the West we discover a girl whose
father and two brothers are worried as much about her potential future
as an old maid as they are about their dying cattle. For the truth is, she is
indeed a plain girl. The brothers try every possible scheme to marry her
off, without success. Nor is there any sign of relief from the dry heat,
when suddenly, from out of nowhere, appears a picaresque,
sweet-talking man with quite the sales pitch. Claiming to be a
“rainmaker,” the man promises to bring rain, for $100. It’s a silly idea, but
the rainmaker is so refreshing and persistent that the family nally
consents, banging on big brass drums to rattle the sky. Meanwhile, the
rainmaker also turns his magic on the girl, and persuades her that she has
a very real beauty of her own. She believes it, just as her father believes
the fellow can actually bring rain. Rain does come, and so does love.
Characters
HC Curry: (male, 50-55) Good natured, laid back, head of family, firm but loving
Noah Curry: (male, 20-30) Hot tempered, quick to judge, wanting to take over ranch, not intuitive, chauvinistic, tries to be physically intimidating, protective of sister but not in a good way
Jim Curry: (male, 18-30) Naïve, innocent, gullible, wants to be led, protective of sister in a good way
Lizzie Curry: (female, 18-30)Assertive to point of stubborn, intelligent, independent, loyal, strong willed, knows what she doesn’t want
File: (male, 25-32) Strong, knows what he doesn’t want, good character, loyal, embracing the values and mores of the Greatest Generation
Sheriff Thomas: (male, 50-60) Easy going, retiring soon keeping File to take over, Sage advice, fatherly toward File
Bill Starbuck: (male, 30-38) Flashy, pattern of confidence man, bold, bigger than life, heart throb veneer, slick like a game show host, charming, leading man type
Note: The ages of the actors do not necessarily need to match the ages of the characters.
Noah Curry: (male, 20-30) Hot tempered, quick to judge, wanting to take over ranch, not intuitive, chauvinistic, tries to be physically intimidating, protective of sister but not in a good way
Jim Curry: (male, 18-30) Naïve, innocent, gullible, wants to be led, protective of sister in a good way
Lizzie Curry: (female, 18-30)Assertive to point of stubborn, intelligent, independent, loyal, strong willed, knows what she doesn’t want
File: (male, 25-32) Strong, knows what he doesn’t want, good character, loyal, embracing the values and mores of the Greatest Generation
Sheriff Thomas: (male, 50-60) Easy going, retiring soon keeping File to take over, Sage advice, fatherly toward File
Bill Starbuck: (male, 30-38) Flashy, pattern of confidence man, bold, bigger than life, heart throb veneer, slick like a game show host, charming, leading man type
Note: The ages of the actors do not necessarily need to match the ages of the characters.
Auditioning at StageCenter
First-timers welcome! Auditions are open to everyone and typically consist of two nights of cold reads. Rehearsals are usually Mon - Thu at 7 - 9 pm, with work days 10 am - 2 pm on Saturdays. All volunteer, no cast fees. Cast lists posted on Facebook. Interested in crew? Let us know or come to auditions!