Play - Directed by Jared Sparks-Lee​​
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The Little Theatre of Tuscarawas County proudly announces auditions for WOMAN IN BLACK!

 

Please Read The Information Below and CLICK HERE to complete your digital audition form!

 

SYNOPSIS: A lawyer hires an actor to tutor him in recounting to family and friends a story that has long troubled him concerning events that transpired when he attended the funeral of an elderly recluse. There he caught sight of the woman in black, the mere mention of whom terrifies the locals, for she is a specter who haunts the neighborhood where her illegitimate child was accidentally killed. Anyone who sees her dies! The lawyer has invited some friends to watch as he and the actor recreate the events of that dark and stormy night. A classic of the genre.

 

Director: Jared Sparks-Lee

Assistant Director: David Sparks-Lee

Stage Manager: Seth Rhodes

Producer: Haley Kimble

 

WHEN: Auditions will be held November 2nd and 3rd from 6-9pm at The Little Theatre of Tuscarawas County (located at 466 Carrie Ave NW, New Philadelphia, OH 44663). Please arrive early to fill out any necessary forms and plan to stay for the entire duration of the evening.

 

CALLBACKS (if needed): Callbacks will be held on Wednesday evening, November 5th if needed to make casting decisions. (NOTE: There will be no callbacks for the role of the “Woman in Black”)

 

WHAT TO PREPARE: 

• All auditioners ages 18 and up will be considered for the roles available. 

• FOR ACTOR & KIPPS - Please prepare to perform both of the prepared monologues attached to the audition notice to perform at auditions. Monologues do not need to be memorized. Please be prepared to showcase a British accent during your audition. 

• FOR WOMAN IN BLACK - Please prepare a 1-2 minute monologue of your choosing that showcases a mysterious demeanor and haunting personality. We are looking for movement and body dynamics that you can incorporate into your monologue as this is a non-speaking role in the production.

 

PLAN AHEAD: Please consider filling out the digital audition form prior to showing up for auditions to help the evening run smoothly and quickly. The digital audition form may be found HERE

 

REHEARSALS: Rehearsals will begin the week November 9th and will rehearse 2-3 days a week through November with more frequent rehearsals starting in December based off of actor availability. Actors will only be called to rehearsals if they are needed.

 

PERFORMANCES: January 8th-18th (Thursday/Friday/Saturdays at 7:30pm; Sundays at 2:30pm)
 

ROLES AVAILABLE: 

Arthur Kipps (male, 40s-70s) -  A retired solicitor, emotionally reserved but haunted by a terrible event from his youth. He is desperate to tell his story and rid himself of its power. In performance, Kipps takes on numerous character roles (landlords, villagers, clients, etc.), requiring excellent versatility and strong character-acting skills. Must be adept at physical and vocal transformation.

 

The Actor (male, 20s-40s) - A confident, professional performer hired by Kipps to help dramatize his story. Initially enthusiastic and somewhat skeptical, he gradually becomes immersed in the chilling narrative. Doubles as the young Arthur Kipps within the reenactment, portraying him with earnestness and mounting dread. Requires charisma, emotional range, and stamina.

 

The Woman In Black (female, non-speaking role) -  A spectral presence, terrifying in stillness and physicality. No spoken lines, but demands precision in movement, control, and the ability to embody menace through gesture and atmosphere.

 

Please direct any and all questions to the director at jared.sparks1010@gmail.com