Middle-aged male actor, AEA or non-equity, needed as an understudy/replacement for character of Boss Finley in Tennessee William's Sweet Bird of Youth. Two weekends guaranteed, possibly more if show extends.
Synopsis
An unrelenting tale of misspent youth and glory days gone by, Sweet Bird of Youth focuses on Chance Wayne, self-professed from the wrong side of the tracks, and his last-ditch stand to regain the love of Heavenly Finley. Aided by a temperamental and drunk faded movie star, Chance faces off with Heavenly's father, "Boss" Thomas J. Finley, a corrupt and ruthless politician/evangelist, who doesn't like bastards or any one he considers less than around his sweet girl.
Starting immediately. Replacement dates start November 18, 2010, and run though Nov. 28, 2010, with possible extension through Dec. 19, 2010.
If called to audition, sides will be provided.
Contact Info:
Please send headshot/resume to:
Kathy Scambiatterra
The Artistic Home
3914 N. Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60613
