Auditions:
Monday, March 2nd & Tuesday, March 3rd at 6:30 pm
Possible call backs:
Wednesday, March 4th
We welcome video auditions; they can be submitted at info@theatreinthepark.com. Submissions will be due on Sunday, March 1st, at 5:00 pm.
Auditions will take place at Theatre in the Park, 107 Pullen Rd, Raleigh.
By: Sarah Ruhl
Directed By: Sean A. Brosnahan
Stage Manager: Jeremy Vance
Assistant Director: Alex Barr
About the Play:
In Eurydice, Sarah Ruhl reimagines the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice through the eyes of it’s heroine. After a sudden death on her wedding day, Eurydice enters the Underworld, where her memories disappear and she is reunited with her father. As Orpheus follows her, determined to bring her home, Eurydice is faced with impossible choices about love, identity, and remembrance. Tender, funny, and surreal, the play uses language, music, movement, and ensemble storytelling to examine how we hold onto one another, and what it means to let go.
Please prepare the following for your audition:
All performers should come dressed comfortably and be prepared to move and vocalize based on their personal capabilities. Performers are encouraged to bring some form of tool with which to make music to the audition. This could be a genuine music instrument, a childs toy, or any everyday item with which rhythm, percussion, or music-like sound could be created.
Callbacks, if required, will consist of scenework from the script, and sides will be provided in advance.
Video Submissions : Performers unable to attend the general call dates may submit a 90 second or less video audition, showcasing the ability to create music and movement using any method they choose.
Important Dates:
Rehearsals will begin in Mid-to-late April, 2026.
Show Dates:
Thu- Fri June 4-6, 11-13 at 7:30 PM | Sun June 7 & 14 at 3:00 PM
Please note we may add a matinee on Saturday, June 13th at 2 pm if needed
Sign up for an audition slot: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADA928AAFF2-62334105-eurydice/6936870#/
ROLES:
In reference to the character descriptions below – The characters in this show are on the binary and written with he/him or she/her pronouns as you will see in the following descriptions. However, we seek to be as inclusive as possible and ask gender non-conforming, genderqueer, transgender and non-binary actors to list on the audition form the roles they most identify with.
Characters
Eurydice (Female Presenting, Age Range 20-30, Any Race)
A young woman who loves books, ideas, and language. Romantic but thoughtful, vulnerable yet sharp. Eurydice’s journey is one of remembering who she is and what she wants. This role requires emotional honesty, curiosity, and a collaborative spirit.
Orpheus (Male Presenting, Age Range 20-30, Any Race)
A gifted musician whose devotion to his art is inseparable from his devotion to Eurydice. Passionate, sincere, and emotionally driven, though not always grounded. Some form of singing ability is required; instrumental skill is a plus.
Her Father (The role of the Father has already been cast)
A loving, steady presence in the Underworld. Patient, kind, and quietly humorous, he offers Eurydice guidance, comfort, and connection.
A Nasty Interesting Man / Lord of the Underworld (Any Gender, Age Range 40+, Any Race)
A strange and unsettling figure who delights in control and disruption. Appears first as a smooth manipulator, then as a childish, impulsive ruler of the Underworld.
The Stones (All demographics aged 13+ are welcome to audition for the Stones. Comfort with rhythm and movement required)
An ensemble chorus who inhabit the Underworld. They observe, comment, and enforce its rules, often through movement and group rhythm. The Stones are both funny and unforgiving. Could be played as children. Could be played by teens.
Big Stone: Authoritative and grounded.
Little Stone: Inquisitive, lighter, and morally aware.
Loud Stone: Bold, reactive, and highly expressive.