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By Conor McPherson
Directed by Brian Sheldon

March 20 through 29, 2026

Friday & Saturday: 8:00 PM / Wednesday & Thursday: 7:30 PM / Sunday 2:30 PM

Auditions: December 16 & 18, 2025

The Seafarer is a chilling Tony-nominated play about the sea, Ireland, and the power of myth. It’s Christmas Eve, and Sharky has returned to Dublin to look after his aging brother, who’s recently gone blind. Old drinking buddies Ivan and Nicky are holed up at the house too, hoping to play some cards. But the arrival of a stranger from the distant past raises the stakes, and as the game unfolds, Sharky realizes he's playing for much more than just money.

Casting open to all races unless otherwise indicated in description.  There are no age restrictions for these parts.

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​James "Sharky" Harkin: He's the central figure, recently returned home to Dublin to care for his brother after a period of being a van driver/chauffeur. Sharky is trying to stay sober, especially during the holidays, but his past and the arrival of Mr. Lockhart complicate his efforts. He is described as self-loathing yet tough.

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Richard Harkin: Sharky's older brother, recently blinded, who enjoys drinking and has a strong personality. He can be happy-go-lucky but also prone to despair. He's described as having a Falstaffian quality, being both a drunkard and a wit.

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Ivan: An old friend of the brothers, also fond of drinking. He's kind but seems to be a lost soul.

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Nicky Giblin: A friend of Richard's and a rival of Sharky's, often testing boundaries. He's described as having a "life of the party" demeanor.

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Mr. Lockhart: A mysterious stranger who arrives for the poker game. He is elegantly dressed and exudes an air of confidence. He has a history with Sharky,

revealing himself to be a devilish figure with an interest in Sharky's soul.

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