New Ground Theatre Holds Auditions for August: Osage County

Davenport - New Ground Theatre is holding auditions for its October production of August: Osage County on July 23rd and 24th.

August: Osage County is a dark comedy by Tracy Letts. Set in Oklahoma, it chronicles the reunion of the Weston family. When the patriarch disappears, the dysfunctional family gathers, and long-buried secrets are brought out to see the light. The play won both the Tony Award and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 2008. New Ground's production will be presented at the Village Theatre from October 15-24; rehearsals will begin in September.

From director Derek Bertelsen:

"Auditions will take place Friday, July 23 from 7:00-9:00 and Saturday, July 24 from 1:00-3:00 at the Village Theatre. The cast is comprised of 6 men (ages ranging from early 30s to mid 60s) and 7 women (ages ranging from mid 20s to mid 60s). A teenage girl is also needed to play the role of Jean. The production does include strong language and adult themes. Auditionees are asked to come prepared to read from the script. Resumes and headshots will be accepted but are not required to audition for the play. All actors are compensated."

For more information, e-mail derekmichaelwest@gmail.com or visit www.newgroundtheatre.org.