25-26 Auditions — The Drama Group

***A Christmas Story***
***AUDITION INFO***

September 8 6-9 p.m.
September 11 6-9 p.m.
Callbacks September 14 2-5 p.m.

for colored girls . . . Audition Info

Dates & Times:
- Saturday, November 16, 2025, | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday, November 17, 2025, | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Callbacks: Tuesday, November 19, 2025, | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Location: Chicago Heights Drama Group
**ABOUT THE SHOW**
**All who audition must be familiar with the stage play. This production is not the *For Colored Girl’s* movie version.**
Remember the interpretation of characters from the movie **are not** the same from the Broadway show.
A poetic emotionally charged choreopoem, *For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide / When the Rainbow is Enuf* weaves together the voices of seven Black women—each identified only by a color. Through a blend of dance, music, and powerful spoken word, these women share stories of pain, passion, sisterhood, trauma, and triumph. This production will be set in a stylized 'Night at the Museum' setting where the women step in and out of life-size picture frames to share their truths, guided by the heartbeat of an African female drummer.
**AUDITION DETAILS**
Preparation:
- Please prepare one monologue from a character in the show. Selected sides are available below- No need to memorize, but familiarity and emotional commitment are encouraged.
- Come dressed comfortably; movement may be involved. Please be prepared for a cold read if asked to read an additional monologue.
**CHARACTER BREAKDOWN**
*Actors must identify as Women of Color and/or transwomen of color actors and be comfortable portraying womanhood. All characters use poetic language and will dance and sing in this production. I am seeking understudies for all roles with a guaranteed performance.
**Character/Age Range/Description**
**Lady in Brown / Rose** 25–40
The grounded narrator; introspective and wise. She opens and frames the story.
**Lady in Yellow** 18–25
Youthful and joyful; speaks of first love and innocence.
**Lady in Orange** 20–35
Bold and brash; deals with apology and accountability in relationships.
**Lady in Red** 30–40
Passionate and intense; represents sensuality and betrayal.
**Lady in Green** 40-60
Strong, sarcastic, yet vulnerable; speaks truth with emotional clarity.
**Lady in Blue** 20–30
Dreamy and intellectual; connected deeply to art and loss.
**Lady in Purple** 30–45
Spiritual, grounded, and maternal; a voice of healing and divine strength.
**PERFORMANCE NOTES**
**Rehearsals**
December- 16th, 18th, 19th, 23rd, 30th
January and February 7pm-10pm weekdays, Weekends 3pm-6pm - Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday starting Jan 4th
Tech Week – Sunday 2-6pm, Weekdays 6pm-10pm February 8th- 12th
**Performances**
February 13th-15th - Friday: Call time 6:30pm, Saturday call time 6:30pm, Sunday call time 1pm
February 19th-22nd Thursday: Call time 6:30pm Friday same as above. Saturday two show day: 1pm call time for first show and 6:30pm call time for second show. Sunday is the same as above with strike to follow.
**Please be aware that additional shows may be added.**

All performers should be prepared for a physically and emotionally intensive experience that centers vulnerability, sisterhood, and womanhood. We will primarily focus on building that sisterhood, vulnerable moments and creating a safe space for expressing those emotions. This is a movement-driven, ensemble-based production.

Cabaret Audition Info

January 25 6-9:30 p.m.
January 26 6-9:30 p.m.
Callbacks January 28 7-10 p.m.

*Age ranges for ensemble must be 18+, where age ranges for principles must be 21+.

*IDs will be checked at the door

There are many physically intimate moments in this production, including but not limited to kissing, close physical contact, and emotionally vulnerable scenes. An intimacy coordinator will be present and involved throughout the rehearsal process to safely and respectfully choreograph all moments of physical intimacy. The safety, comfort, and autonomy of every performer is a top priority.

Character Breakdown

Master of Ceremonies (Emcee) - Any Ethnicity, Any Gender, Any Age over 21+.

Host at the Kit Kat Club-- a gender-nonconforming-presenting, exuberant figure; comfortable with being close to the audience; dark, comedic, sinister, vulgar...yet lovable. staging/choreography.

Accent: German

Vocal range top: C#5 - Vocal range bottom: C3

Sally Bowles - Any Ethnicity, Age: 25 - 40s

A British cabaret singer at the Kit Kat Club. Quirky and flighty. Struggles with knowing the darkness of the reality of her life and has woeful luck in her relationships with men.

Accent: British

Vocal range top: C5 - Vocal range bottom: A3

Clifford (Cliff) Bradshaw, Any Ethnicity (POC, Preferred), Age: 21 - 30s

An American novelist and English teacher traveling to Berlin. Through his journey he explores the many facets and complexities of his sexuality, politics, and artistic goals.)

Accent: American

Vocal range top: E4 - Vocal range bottom: A2

Fräulein Schneider, Any Ethnicity. Age: 40s - 60s

A landlady who rents rooms to Cliff, Sally, and several other characters in her large flat. She is alone and is resigned to her place in life, but secretly longs for companionship. She is very critical of some people while looking the other way with others.

Accent: German

Vocal range top: A-flat4 - Vocal range low: D3

Herr Schultz, Any Ethnicity. Age: 40s - 60s

A Jewish fruit shop owner who falls in love with Fraulein Schneider; sweet, lovable, and adoring; heart-breakingly naïve about the political turmoil in Germany.

Accent: German

Vocal range top: high F Vocal range low: low G

Fräulein Kost (doubles as Kit Kat “Girl”) White. Age 25 to 40s

A prostitute who rents in Fraulein Schneider's boarding house; larger than lifepersonality, quick witted and sharp tongued.

Accent: German

Vocal range top: high F - Vocal range low: A flat

Ernst Ludwig, White. Age: 21s to 30s

A friendly and likable German, takes English lessons from Cliff, and smuggles funds for the Nazi party; comfortable with stage movement and light dance (waltz); and sing in German.

Accent: German

Vocal range top: high F - Vocal range low: A flat

The Kit Kat “Girls” & “Boys” Any Ethnicity. Age 18+

• These performers are often in salacious situations and costumes. They are an eclectic mix of types and aren’t necessarily a matching unit. It is very important they act, sing, dance / move well and with confidence.

• Rosie

• Lulu

• Frenchie

• Texas

• Fritzie

• Helga

• Bobby

• Victor

• Hans (doubles as Rudy, a sailor)

• Herman (doubles as Customs Official & Max)• Accent: German

• All gender-identities and body types welcome

Boy Soprano

• Voiceover role

• Sings in German

• German dialect

Clyde’s Audition Info

March 15 1-4 p.m.
March 17 7-9 p.m.

Character Descriptions

Jason-

Mid-20’s to early 30’s. White. Working class. Funny. Served 8 years in prison. White supremacist affiliation to keep from getting beat up in prison. Goes from being seen as a threat to being open and vulnerable. Knows the errors of his ways. Just wants a chance. Actor with comedic chops.

Clyde-

Late 30’s - 50’s. Black. Lady with great comedic chops. She is able to change the temperature of a room with an entrance. A bit of a Dominatrix. Loves to expose a person’s vulnerabilities. Seductive. Brash. Controls the room when she enters it. Delights in humiliating others. Wicked. Runs truck stop.

Montrellous-

40’s-late 50’s. Black. Mindful. Served many years in prison. Interested in healing. Kind. Working class. Sensitive and caring, particularly to the younger generation. Uses cooking as a means of meditation. Wise with a great sense of humor and patience.

Rafael-

Mid-late 20’s. Latinx. Formerly incarcerated. A romantic. Loves food. In love with Letitia. Funny. Fun. Playful. Recovering. Working to find a more spiritual path. Full of charm and empathy. Terrified of his boss. Actor should have great comedic timing.

Letitia-

Mid-late 20’s. Black/Latina. Recently released from prison, she is trying to build her life up again. Mother to a daughter with health issues, her job is important to her even when the atmosphere is toxic. A romantic, she is looking to find a genuine partner. She is a survivor and has life skills. She is working towards building a mindful journey for her life and her daughter. Funny with a strong understanding of what is important in life.

Audition prep info: cold readings of select scenes from the script

The Prom Audition Info

May 27 6-10 p.m.
May 29 6-10 p.m.
Callbacks May 30 2-5 p.m.

GENERAL AUDITION INFORMATION

Please bring a current photo that we may keep. You will be asked to fill out a Theatre Resume, with any prior experience...though none is required.
All auditions are held at the Milord Studio Theatre. 330 West 202nd Street—Chicago Heights, IL. 60411
Drama or Comedy – Be prepared to read from the script.
Musical – Check the specific show auditions for information on what to prepare. You will need to bring sheet music (in your key) for our accompanist. Be prepared to read from the script - and wear comfortable clothes/shoes for a dance/movement audition, conducted by the Choreographer.
Rehearsal Information can found by clicking on Staff Calendar and going to show audition month. (The calendar is easier to read on a PC, but a phone can be used. It is necessary to click on each date on the phone to discover the information.) All rehearsals and performances are listed.
Covid protocols set forth by CDC and State of Illinois for indoor spaces will be followed as well as protective guidelines followed by the League of Chicago theatres.

The Drama Group is a community theatre. Actors – These are non-paid/non-equity shows. The Drama Group promotes diversity in casting. Performers of all backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, sizes, racial identities, physical abilities, gender identities (and/or non-conforming) are encouraged to audition.

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