SCHENECTADY CIVIC PLAYHOUSE
THE CAPITAL DISTRICT'S OLDEST COMMUNITY THEATER
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MOON FOR THE MISBEGOTTEN BY EUGENE O’NEILL
DIRECTED BY EVAN JONES
November 15-24, 2024
Auditions: Sept 10 & 12, 2024
Following the events of O’Neill’s classic Long Day’s Journey into Night, Moon for the Misbegotten brings James “Jamie” Tyrone, Jr. to the home of his tenant farmer, Mike Hogan, a salty Irish geezer. There he encounters, after years, Hogan’s voluptuous, Amazon-like daughter, Josie. During one moonlit night, as the lovestruck Josie seems to claim him as her own, the truculent, drunken Jamie drowns in a wave of self-pity and remorse. When dawn comes, the moon is gone and so is the man, leaving Josie with a new challenge to her dauntless spirit.
AUDITIONS
When:
Tuesday, Sept 10 and Thursday, Sept 12 - 7:15pm
Where:
Schenectady Civic Playhouse, 12 S Church Street, Schenectady, NY 12305
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
How to Prepare:
Readings will be from the script. A digital copy of the audition sides are available using the link below. You will be asked to fill out a contact form and declare your rehearsal availability, so bring your calendar.
The Schenectady Civic Players is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive community: on our stage, through our creative and technical teams, and in our audiences. Actors of all ages, genders, races, and/or ethnic backgrounds are welcome to audition for any role that they are interested in portraying.