Due to several cast members testing positive for Covid 19, the Actors Theater of Orcas Island regrets to announce the cancellation of Making God Laugh by Sean Grenan at the Orcas Grange, scheduled for July 26-28 and August 2-4.
ATOI regrets the cancellation, but we prioritize the health and safety of the cast, crew and our patrons always.
ATOI CASTING NOTICE
MAKING GOD LAUGH
By Sean Grennan
Directed by Dorrie BraunCompany meeting/Read Through first week in June
Rehearsals June and July
Performances July 26-Aug 4
All at the GrangePlot:
‘Making God Laugh’ follows one typical American family over the course of 30 years’ worth of holidays. Starting in 1980, Ruthie and Bill’s grown children all return home, where we learn of their plans and dreams as they embark on their adult lives. The empty-nester parents contend with their own changes, too, as old family rituals are trotted out and ancient tensions flare up. As time passes, the family discovers that, despite what we may have in mind, we often arrive at unexpected destinations.Roles Breakdown:
Ruthie (already cast)
Bill (already cast)
Richard – eldest son, one-time football hero out to conquer the world, “up to the second” stylish, late 20s at start and, as does everyone, ages 30 years
Maddie – second child, strong-willed aspiring actress, only child who moved away, mid-20s at start
Thomas – son two, the “good” son, studying for the priesthood at the beginning, mid-20s at startAuditions:
Sunday, June 2, 2-4 pm and Monday, June 3, 7-9 pm at the Grange.
Readings will be from the script, sides will be provided
If unable to make the auditions, please contact Dorrie for an appointment.Script available for viewing at the Orcas Library front desk.
Questions? Please contact Dorrie at missdorrie@aol.com
Interested in theater? Are you a beginner, or an experienced actor who wants to sharpen their skills or simply experience the joy and deep fun of acting? The Actors Theater of Orcas Island (ATOI) is excited to announce a series of acting/scene study workshops led by Paula Russell, SAG/AFTRA, AEA. Paula lives part-time on Orcas and has been a teacher, performer and director for ATOI and Orcas Center, in addition to her work in Austin,Texas.
The workshop will begin with an evening intensive at the Grange Friday May 17th, and an all-day workshop on Sunday May 19th, followed by Thursday evening classes May 23rd through June 20th. This will culminate in a public performance in June.
The cost is $240, with partial scholarships available through ATOI.
