Auditions
Thank you for your interest in auditioning for A.D. Players at The George.
Most auditions for our 2024-2025 season have occurred. Auditions for remaining productions (see dates and character breakdowns below) will occur primarily on an invitation-only basis rather than as open calls. If you wish to be considered for an invitation to any upcoming season show auditions, send a headshot and resume to auditions@adplayers.org. If interested in a particular production or role, note this in your email.
2024-2025 Season Production Dates and Character Breakdowns
HOW TO DIE: THE LIFE OF DIETRICH BONHOEFFER (World Premiere)
By Andy Pederson
Directed by Kevin Dean
First Rehearsal: March 18, 2025
Performances: April 9–27, 2025
Possible Extension through May 4, 2025
Because this is a world premiere, characters and their descriptions are subject to change. Some roles may be doubled.
* DIETRICH: Pastor, spy, theologian
* SABINE: Dietrich’s twin sister
* PAULA: Dietrich’s mother
* KARL: Dietrich’s father
* KLAUS: Dietrich’s brother
* JEAN: French theologian, friend from Union Seminary
* FRANK: African American pastor, friend from Union Seminary
* HANS: Dietrich’s brother-in-law, fellow spy
* CANARIS: High-ranking Nazi, leader of the resistance
* BELL: Bishop in the Church of England
* MARIA: Dietrich’s fiancé
* VON GERSDORFF: German General, failed assassin of Hitler
* ROEDER: Concentration camp interrogator
* KNOBLOCH: Tegel prison guard
THE WIZARD OF OZ, THE MUSICAL
By L. Frank Baum, with Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg
Adapted by Jon Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company
Directed by Sarah Norris
First Rehearsal: June 10, 2025
Performances: July 9 – August 3, 2025
Possible extension through August 10, 2025
* DOROTHY GALE (Mezzo/Mix): Young Kansas girl, earnest, expressive, and strong-willed, in search of something more. Very strong singer who moves well.
* HUNK / SCARECROW (Baritone, to F): Plucky and clever in a pinch, even while lacking a brain. Strong actor with an honest quality. Excellent dancer – acrobatic skills a bonus.
* HICKORY / TIN MAN (Baritone/Tenor, to G): Desperate for a heart. A kind-hearted romantic. Singing and dance required.
* ZEKE / COWARDLY LION (Baritone, to F): A mix of bravado and cowardice. Should move well. Cuddly actor with excellent comic timing.
* ALMIRA GULTCH / WICKED WITCH OF THE WEST: Character villain with an over-the-top stage presence. Excellent comic actress, has a killer cackle. Sings comically so doesn’t have to have a strong voice.
* PROFESSOR MARVEL / THE WIZARD: Older father figure with an eccentric flair. Basic conjuring or sleight of hand a bonus. Non-singing.
* AUNT EM / GLINDA (Soprano): Aunt Em is demanding, but loves her niece. Non-singing. Glinda is the Good Witch of the North, benevolent and beloved. Strong singer.
* UNCLE HENRY / EMERALD CITY GUARD (Baritone): Uncle Henry is Dorothy’s pleasant uncle. Non-singing. Guard is a strong comic actor, big presence.
Children and youth will be cast a Munchkins, Winkies, Flying Monkeys, etc., but will auditioned at a separate, yet-to-be-scheduled date.
Email auditions@adplayers.org if you have questions or concerns about current auditions.
