Auditions this weekend for Neil Simon's 'Barefoot in the Park'

This coming Sunday, Feb. 18, Algoma Repertory Theatre will host auditions for its upcoming production of the Neil Simon romantic comedy hit, Barefoot in the Park.

The dinner theatre production will run at the Quattro Hotel and Conference Centre from May 29 to June 1.

Full audition details can be found in the following news release:

Algoma Repertory Theatre will be presenting one of the most beloved comedies of Neil Simon, Barefoot in the Park, this May 29 - June 1, 2024 at Quattro Hotel as dinner Theatre.

Synopsis:

Newlyweds Corie and Paul Bratter are over the moon to begin their life together in their new apartment in Manhattan. It may be small, and a six-flight climb, the heating may be busted, and snow may be falling through the skylight, but nothing can quash their newlywed bliss.

Paul is a straight-laced lawyer and Corie a romantic free-spirit; nevertheless, opposites attract and the two are wild about each other.

Corie decides to set her conservative widowed mother up with their eccentric, bohemian neighbour. A wild night ensues, one that highlights just how different Corie and Paul are. The young couple must learn how to accept and embrace their differences as they learn that marriage is no easy walk in the park.

Character breakdown:

Corie Bratter - female, 20s-30s
Corie is young, bright, and head over heels in love with her newlywed husband, Paul. Corie wants to seize every moment and adventure as she carves out their new life together. Her insatiable spirit creates sparkling memorable moments but her immaturity leads to conflict.

Paul Bratter - male, 20s-30s
Paul is Corie's responsible and doting husband. Now that the honeymoon is over, Paul is focusing on his budding career as a lawyer. He can be brazen but his practical approach to life balances his new marriage.

Mrs. Banks - female, 40s-60s
Mrs. Ethel Banks is Corie's mother. Now, Corie is moved out and Ethel is an empty nester and is unsure what her next move is as a single, uninhibited woman. She is excited to watch Corie and Paul turn into young adults even though her daughter's approach seems a little bizarre.

Victor Velasco - male, 40s-60s
Victor Velasco is the worldly and eccentric attic-dwelling neighbour to Paul and Corie. He and Corie share the same Carpe Diem spirit – his nights are filled with exotic foods, slow dances and serenades.

Telephone repair - male, any age - small role
Installs and repairs the Bratters' phone

Delivery man - male, any age - small role
Delivers packages to Bratters' 5th floor apartment

Audition details:

Date: Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024
Time: 1 p.m.
Location: Elite Dance Force, 477 Queen St. E.

Please use the side entrance off the back parking lot (door to the right), then head downstairs. Shoes must be removed to preserve the dance studio's flooring, so remember to wear some warm socks!

Audition material will be provided when you arrive.

Barefoot in the Park by Neil Simon
May 29 - June 1, 2024
Dinner and show - $80
Show only: $40

Doors open: 5:30 p.m.
Dinner: 6:15 p.m.
Show: 8 p.m.
Show only arrive by 7:45 p.m.
Tables of 10

Tickets are available now and can be purchased online or by contacting Marc Beaudette at 705-943-9519.

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