Norma and The Maniac is a new play by Ray Nelson receiving its world premiere, Jeff-eligible production this February 2015 in association with Redtwist Theatre. Currently, we are seeking actresses to audition for the title role of Norma. Female, early 40's. Worn out from being her mother's caretaker.
Synopsis: Caring for her terminally ill mother has left Norma burnt out and depressed. The Maniac is the lead singer of a Chicago death metal band with plans to kill himself on stage. Things get worse for Norma after the two meet and he decides to follow her. After The Maniac's persistence to leave the city, and seeing no end to the care of her mother, Norma decides to go with The Maniac on a road-trip to see the ocean. Norma and The Maniac explores our struggle to break out of the situations in life that keep us from ever finding happiness.
Auditions will be held at Redtwist Theatre, 1044 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., Chicago, IL 60660.
Rehearsals: TBD. Dependent on everyone's schedule. They will begin early January 2015, and be scheduled approximately 3-5 times a week during week nights and weekend days. Tech rehearsals will start the week of February 15, 2015. Performances: Will be at Redtwist Theatre and will run from February 21, 2015 until March 30, 2015 on Saturdays at 3 p.m. and Sundays and Mondays at 7:30 p.m.
Contact Info:
To schedule a time slot, please e-mail your headshot and resume to the director, Alexander St. John. Please specify if you have any time constraints for the 30th and list any/all conflicts between mid-December and the end of March. You will be e-mailed a confirmation of your time slot as well as sides to prepare for the audition.