DIRECTOR:
Richie Lester
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AUDITIONS
Monday, Aug 19, 7pm
CALLBACKS/MAKEUPS
Tuesday, Aug 20, 7pm
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PERFORMANCES:
Nov 8-24
Meet the Director - RICHIE LESTER
SYNOPSIS
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In this Tony award-winning classic by Neil Simon, a divorced sportswriter (aka “the slob”) invites his recently divorced best friend (aka “the neat freak”) to be his roommate, and the results are predictably hilarious. Throw in a colorful cadre of 1960’s era pals and a pair of vivacious English sisters and you have a winning formula for non-stop fun! Can our two protagonists learn to co-exist in one space, and perhaps more importantly, will poker nights ever be the same? Hailed as one of the greatest comedies of all time, The New York Times said it best with, “There is scarcely a moment that is not hilarious.”
CHARACTERS
* Age ranges refer to the character and not the actor.
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OSCAR MADISON
Recently divorced NY sportswriter, gambler, and Felix's best friend. Sloppy, untidy but carefree and good-natured. Has plenty of problems but doesn't let them get in the way of having a good time. (Age range 40's - early 50's.)
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FELIX UNGAR
Fastidious, hypochondriac newswriter who is recently separated. He is "fussy" and often histrionic and craves order and neatness. An excellent cook. (Age range 40's - early 50's.)
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MURRAY
A NYPD policeman, one of Felix's and Oscar's poker buddies. Mild-mannered, deliberate in his actions and movements. (Age range - 35 - 60)
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VINNIE
Mild-mannered and henpecked, an easy target for Oscar's poker buddies. (Age range - 35 - 60)
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SPEED
Gruff and sarcastic, quick with a dig. Likes to pick on Vinnie and Murray. (Age range - 35 - 60)
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ROY
One of Oscar's poker buddies and his accountant. Sensible and practical. Likes to complain and gets frustrated at Oscar's carefree attitude. (Age range - 35 - 60)
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PIGEON SISTERS
English sisters who live in Oscar's building. Like to laugh, flirt, and have a good time. (Age range - late 20's - early 40's)